Tyler Albright, PharmD

[Pages:8]Meet Our Residents 2021-2022

PGY-1 Ambulatory Care

Tyler Albright, PharmD

Pharmacy school: University of Wisconsin- Madison School of Pharmacy Career interests: Ambulatory care with goal of narrowing scope during PGY-1 year Residency Project: Specialty Medication Management Service Expansion Why the Madison VA?: The team support and camaraderie on top of the wonderful preceptors! Hobbies: Soccer, frisbee golf, winning fantasy football leagues, movies and podcasts Favorite things to do in Madison: Rec sports and lake activities Contact email: Tyler.Albright@ Pronouns: he/him/his

Cassie Sedgwick, PharmD

Pharmacy school: University of Wisconsin-Madison School of Pharmacy Career interests: Primary Care Residency Project: Upper GI Bleeding in Patients on Oral Anticoagulants in a VA Anticoagulation Service: Risk Factor Analysis Why the Madison VA?: During pharmacy school, I had the opportunity to work on population health initiatives at the Madison VA. It was so rewarding to work with the Veteran population and be able to serve those who served us. Pharmacists within the Madison VA work at the top of their licenses to provide high quality patient care. That combined with the incredibly supportive and positive work culture fosters a great environment for growth as residents! Hobbies: Hiking, kayaking, rock climbing, camping, hanging out with my dog, reading, and baking Favorite things to do in Madison: Spending time on the surrounding lakes and hanging out at the terrace Contact email: Cassie.Sedgwick@ Pronouns: she/her/hers

Lauren Finley, PharmD

Pharmacy school: University of Wisconsin- Madison School of Pharmacy Career interests: I am currently interested in primary care and diabetes, but I am excited to experience all the different ambulatory clinics the Madison VA has to offer! Residency Project: Improving feasibility of CPS deprescribing visits utilizing the VIONE tool Why the Madison VA?: I have always wanted to be a part of the Madison VA because of the enthusiasm and culture of the pharmacy department, being able to build relationships with the most deserving patient population, working at the top of my license in an ambulatory care setting, and the numerous teaching opportunities at the UW-Madison School of Pharmacy. Hobbies: I love spending time outside walking, hiking, and biking. I am also interested in photography. Favorite things to do in Madison: My favorite places in Madison are the Arboretum, Botanical Garden, Picnic Point, and the Mendota and Monona Terrace. Contact email: Lauren.Finley1@ Pronouns: she/her/hers

Kristin Hesselbach, PharmD

Pharmacy school: University of Wisconsin- Madison School of Pharmacy Career interests: Infectious diseases, tobacco cessation, diabetes Residency Project: Antiplatelet deprescribing in Veterans on direct oral anticoagulants indefinitely for atrial fibrillation or venous thromboembolism with stable coronary artery disease Why the Madison VA?: I chose the Madison VA because I want to serve our nation's Veterans while working alongside an incredible pharmacy team. The work culture at the hospital and clinics is such a positive environment to work and learn in, and I am excited to continue my education here! Hobbies: Hiking, camping, soccer, alpine skiing, water sports, cooking Favorite things to do in Madison: Vising the Terrace, farmer's market, cheering on Badger sports, live music concerts, trivia Contact email: Kristin.Hesselbach@ Pronouns: she/her/hers

Amber Klankowski, PharmD

Pharmacy school: Rosalind Franklin University Career interests: Mental Health, COPD, Smoking Cessation Residency Project: Does the development and execution of a provider-run BZD taper clinic result in deprescribing or dose reduction of BZD prescriptions in geriatric patients? Why the Madison VA?: One of the things that attracted me the Madison VA was how kind and welcoming everyone I met was. Also, everyone I talked with was extremely passionate and happy about the work they do and the opportunity to serve the veteran population. One of the things I am most excited about for the coming year is being able to grow my knowledge in many of the different clinics that the Madison VA has to offer while being able to serve the Veteran population. Hobbies: Skiing, traveling, baking Favorite things to do in Madison: I just moved here so exploring all that Madison has to offer. I loved the Farmers Market! Contact email: Amber.Klankowski@ Pronouns: she/her/hers

General Practice PGY-1

Kara Mudd, PharmD

Pharmacy school: UW-Madison School of Pharmacy Career interests: Pain and palliative care, critical care, oncology Residency Project: Evaluation of Buprenorphine Utilization for Opioid Use Disorder in the Emergency Department Why the Madison VA?: The inclusive culture at the Madison VA is absolutely incredible. As a pharmacy student, I completed the majority of my APPE rotations here and it was really exciting to see the amount of involvement pharmacists have in patient care through their broad scope of practice and ability to practice at the top of their licenses. On top of that, the preceptors at the Madison VA genuinely have a passion for teaching and foster such a positive learning environment. It is truly an honor to be able to provide care to Veterans and I am so excited to be a part of this program and serve those who served us! Hobbies: I enjoy running, biking, canoeing, baking, and cheering on my favorite Wisconsin sports teams! Favorite things to do in Madison: Biking the lake loop, running to Picnic Point, and going to the Farmers Market on the Capitol Square! Contact email: Kara.Mudd@ Pronouns: she/her/hers

PGY-2 Ambulatory Care

Mackenzie Betancur, PharmD

Pharmacy school: University of Colorado ? Skaggs School of Pharmacy Career interests: Primary care, heart failure, diabetes Residency Project: Evaluation of clinical pharmacy specialist performing comprehensive medication management in a VA transplant program Why the Madison VA?: So many reasons! I had fantastic ambulatory care APPE rotations during my 4th year of pharmacy school that lead me to pursuing VA hospitals. I was extremely excited when I found the Madison VA and learned that I could do a full year in ambulatory care as a PGY-1 resident. When I interviewed here it was undeniable that I would be learning from the best and that this is where I needed train. I love being able to give back to veterans who have given so much to us. Hobbies: I love spending time with family, my friends, and my pets (2 dogs and 1 cat

). I also love to read, care for my many houseplants, and play board/card games. Favorite things to do in Madison: Kayaking on the lakes and exploring new restaurants! Contact email: Mackenzie.Betancur@ Pronouns: she/her/hers

Jodi Meyer, PharmD

Pharmacy school: University of Wisconsin- Madison School of Pharmacy Career interests: Diabetes, COPD, primary care Residency project: The metabolic and cost impact of initiating subcutaneous semaglutide in patients with type 2 diabetes on high daily doses of insulin Why the Madison VA? I was able to complete an internship at the Madison VA during pharmacy school, and I loved the work culture within the pharmacy department and the hospital as a whole. Everybody goes above and beyond to serve the Veterans and provide high quality and coordinated care. Of course, an added bonus is the pharmacists' extensive scope of practice and the strong trust that others have in the pharmacy team. Hobbies: Photography, baking, board games/puzzles, visiting National Parks, frisbee Favorite things to do in Madison: Visit all the amazing restaurants, walks at Picnic Point, kayaking on the lakes, and going to the Farmer's Market. Contact email: Jodi.Meyer@ Pronouns: she/her/hers

Jordan Hilsenhoff, PharmD

Pharmacy school: University of Wisconsin ? Madison School of Pharmacy Career interests: Primary care, rural health Residency Project: Antiplatelet deprescribing in Veterans on direct oral anticoagulants indefinitely for atrial fibrillation or venous thromboembolism with stable coronary artery disease Why the Madison VA?: As a student, I had the incredible opportunity to complete a population health project at the Madison VA that allowed me to make important interventions for rural Veterans. This was my first glimpse into the incredible scope of practice pharmacists have here, and the impact they can make in Veterans' lives. After then completing an APPE rotation in ambulatory care at the Madison VA, it was clear that the culture and practice model for pharmacists here is unmatched. I grew more and more passionate about ambulatory care with every day on rotation, and I quickly learned that this was the place I was meant to be for residency! Hobbies: Crafting (painting, crocheting, arm knitting, zentangle, etc.), figure skating,

hiking, and spending time with friends, family, and my dog Favorite things to do in Madison: Exploring new restaurants and cute shops downtown, hanging out at the Terrace or Farmer's market, and hiking at nearby state parks Contact email: Jordan.Hilsenhoff@ Pronouns: she/her/hers

Elyse Keating, PharmD

Pharmacy school: University of Wisconsin- Madison School of Pharmacy Career interests: Primary care, diabetes, tobacco treatment, teaching Residency project: Optimizing Care for Veterans with Chronic Leukemia through the Expansion of a Clinical Pharmacy Specialist- Managed Chronic Leukemia Service Why the Madison VA? I am passionate about both the culture of the pharmacy department here at the Madison VA and the role of the clinical pharmacy specialist within the primary care team. This team approach to care truly allows for interdisciplinary collaboration. Forming relationships with Veterans and helping them achieve their specific health goals also motivates me. Hobbies: Cooking, kayaking, board games, and spending time with family/friends. Favorite things to do in Madison: I love exploring new restaurants and getting out on the lakes! Contact email: Elyse.Keating@ Pronouns: she/her/hers

Hannah Hecht, PharmD

Pharmacy school: University of Wisconsin-Madison School of Pharmacy Career interests: Primary Care, Cardiology, Anticoagulation Residency Project: Development and Implementation of a Pharmacist-Led Pharmacogenomics Consult Service Why the Madison VA?: After doing the VALOR internship here, I realized why staff really want to stay! The work culture at the VA is absolutely incredible. Everyone is extremely supportive of one another and genuinely tries to lift their colleagues up and help them succeed. Not to mention, serving Veterans is an honor, and it's a great feeling to know that the patients we serve appreciate and value the services we offer. Also, the scope of practice and the expansive role pharmacists are able to take on in the interprofessional health care team reassured me that every day at the Madison VA we have the opportunity to make a positive impact on our patients' lives. And that seemed like a pretty great place to work! Hobbies: hiking around state parks, trying to cook new recipes, hanging out with my puppy, and watching the Packers Favorite things to do in Madison: kayaking, hitting the Terrace, hiking, and all things Badger sports! Contact email: Hannah.Hecht@ Pronouns: she/her/hers

PGY-2 Pain and Palliative Care

Chelsea Drake, PharmD

Pharmacy school: I obtained my PharmD at The University of Arizona and went on to complete by PGY1 at Covenant Medical Center in Lubbock, TX. Career interests: I'm really interested in palliative care, pain management, oncology, and precepting Residency Project: Impact of inpatient pain management pharmacy service Why the Madison VA?: I was drawn to the Madison VA primarily due to their strong diversity and inclusion values and that I would be able to practice in all areas of interest. Hobbies: I enjoy baking, cooking, trying new recipes, listening to audiobooks, and taking pictures of my cats. Favorite things to do in Madison: In the short time I've been here, I've enjoyed all the parks and trying all the local restaurants. Contact email: Chelsea.Drake@ Pronouns: she/her/hers

PGY-1/PGY-2 Health-Systems Pharmacy Administration

Collins Enwerem, PharmD

PGY-1 Health-Systems Pharmacy Administration Resident Pharmacy school: Texas Southern University College of Pharmacy Career interests: Advancement of Ambulatory care services, specialty pharmacy, medication safety, clinical management, and most importantly advocating for the pharmacy profession Residency Project: I will be working on a research project on health equity using predefined factors in our VA facility. Why the Madison VA? The Madison VA felt like home to me during my residency interview. After my interview on that faithful day, I was very convinced I wanted to be part of this family. The Madison VA residency program offers numerous opportunities that align closely with my career goals. The extensive leadership experience in addition to the program's dedication to the advancement of pharmacy research and expansion of clinical knowledge amongst its residents further solidified my decision. Here, I will have the opportunity to sharpen my clinical skills as well as learn the ropes of becoming a leader in a health system. Ultimately, it was the people, everyone was so welcoming and there was a sense of family from the very start. Hobbies: Soccer, Running, trying out new restaurants, and spending quality time with family and friends. Favorite things to do in Madison: I have enjoyed hanging out with my co-residents, kayaking, bike riding. I still have so much to explore Contact email: Collins.Enwerem@ Pronouns: he/him/his

Julia Gilbertson, PharmD

PGY-2 Health-Systems Pharmacy Administration Resident Pharmacy school: UW-Madison School of Pharmacy Career interests: ambulatory care administration, academia, inpatient clinical pharmacy, process improvement, health equity Residency Project: Development and Implementation of Inpatient Clinical Pharmacist Quality Outcomes Measures at the Madison VA Why the Madison VA?: A huge part of why I chose the Madison VA is the culture. I believe that the pharmacy department here fosters an environment of continuous growth as both a healthcare professional and as an individual, and I am so excited to be a part of this wonderful community! Hobbies: I love running, hiking, playing tennis, and pretty much anything active! I also love traveling, especially trying new restaurants in another city. Favorite things to do in Madison: Eating Stella's spicy cheese bread with my coresidents at the Dane County Farmer's Market, having a bonfire at Picnic Point, and hanging out at the Memorial Union Terrace. Contact email: Julia.Gilbertson@ Pronouns: She/her/hers

PGY-2 Mental Health

Katherine Rothbauer, PharmD

Pharmacy school: UW Madison Career interests: Mental health, geriatrics, academia Residency Project: Clinical Utility of Pharmacogenetic Testing in a Veteran Mental Health Population: A Prospective Randomized Controlled Trial Why the Madison VA?: I had some great experiences working with Veterans through the Madison VA during pharmacy school and knew I wanted to continue serving the Veteran population in my career. The pharmacy team and overall environment is very supportive and the advanced roles of both ambulatory care and mental health pharmacists at the VA provide for an amazing learning experience! Hobbies: biking/hiking/camping, spending time with family/friends, reading, and anything crafty Favorite things to do in Madison: I love all the running and biking trails in and around Madison, and spending Saturday mornings at the Farmer's Market! Contact email: Katherine.Rothbauer@ Pronouns: she/her/hers

Tessa Burghardt, PharmD

Pharmacy school: University of Wisconsin- Madison School of Pharmacy Career interests: Mental health, tobacco treatment, primary care Residency project: Implementation of panel management among BHIP teams at the Madison VA Why the Madison VA: Our MH PGY-2 program is incredible. All of the preceptors are super passionate about teaching and really care about you as a resident! So mix in the wide variety of advanced learning experiences and the amazing RPD who goes out of her way to meet with you regularly and personalize your schedule, there truly isn't a better psych program! Hobbies: Traveling, scuba diving, reading, getting way too into Netflix/Hulu series, really anything that involves being on the water and staying active Favorite things to do in Madison: Exploring the endless restaurants, trails, and, of course, the Farmer's Market! Contact email: Tessa.Burghardt@ Pronouns: she/her/hers

Maralena Taube, PharmD

Pharmacy school: University of Wisconsin-Madison School of Pharmacy Career interests: Mental health, epilepsy, metabolic syndrome, sleep Residency Project: The development and implementation of a pharmacist-managed clozapine clinic for metabolic monitoring Why the Madison VA?: It started with my admiration and gratefulness towards our Veterans. Coming from a family of Vets, I wanted to show my appreciation and serve them as they have so selflessly served us! Next, I wanted to complete a residency at a facility that valued pharmacy, and it's safe to say that the Madison VA is THE place to be for this. The scope of practice pharmacists have and the role they play in direct patient care is an experience unlike anything I have had thus far, and it really ensures that Veterans get timely (and amazing!) care. You can truly feel the support not only from your co-residents, but every preceptor as well. We are truly a team here! Hobbies: Exercising, baking/decorating sugar cookies, painting, spending time with family Favorite things to do in Madison: Jogging, shopping State St., sitting at the Terrace, and watching Badger games Contact email: Maralena.Taube@ Pronouns: she/her/hers

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