Meet the residents of the Pharmacy Residency Program at Trinity Health Muskegon, Graduate Medical Education.
Ferris State University College of Pharmacy
Fruitport, Mich.
Emergency Medicine, Abulatory Care, Infectious Disease
Ferris State University
I chose Trinity Health Muskegon due to how invested the pharmacy team is in their residents.
Outside of work, I enjoy coaching soccer and spending time with friends.
Ferris State University College of Pharmacy
Muskegon, Mich.
Ambulatory Care, Social Determinants of Health, and Opioid Use Disorder
Ferris State University
Growing up in Muskegon, I have developed a passion for treating and bettering the health of my community. I completed my clinical rotations at Trinity Health Muskegon where I was able to practice in a variety of ambulatory care clinics. With my clinical interests, sense of community, and the strong clinical opportunities available, I was happy to continue my training at Trinity Health Muskegon.
Outside of work, I enjoy reading, going to the beach, trying new restaurants and going for walks with my husband and puppy.
Ferris State University College of Pharmacy
Dexter, Mich.
Acute Care, Emergency Medicine, Specialty Pharmacy
Ferris State University
I was drawn to Trinity Health Muskegon because of the values of the company, the opportunities for residents provided over the course of the year, the specific focus in acute care, the flexibility of the program, and the friendly and supportive culture of the staff.
I enjoy hiking, kayaking and spending time with friends and family. I also enjoy reading and bingeing Netflix on the weekends. I love exploring the area and getting involved in community events!
Butler University College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences
Carmel, Ind.
My current interests include ambulatory care, chronic disease state management and psychiatric pharmacy.
Samford University
From the start, I was drawn to the supportive and family-like culture that this program fosters. In addition to the amazing culture here, I was also very interested in the ambulatory care electives that are offered. It is rare to have the opportunity to staff in an ambulatory care clinic throughout the entire PGY1 year, which made this program really stand out to me. I am grateful that I get to continue my pharmacy career here at Trinity Health.
Outside of work, I enjoy going to the beach, staying active, spending time with my family and friends, and watching reality TV shows.
Ferris State University College of Pharmacy
Hudsonville, Mich.
Ambulatory care pharmacy, diabetes management, hypertension management, infectious diseases
Grand Valley State University
I had the pleasure of being a pharmacy student at Trinity Health Muskegon during my fourth year of pharmacy school and really enjoyed the culture that was present throughout Trinity Health Muskegon. I was drawn to the PGY1 pharmacy residency program due to the numerous learning opportunities and the ability to take ambulatory care electives.
In my free time I really enjoy mountain biking, spending time by pool, snowboarding in the winter and spending time with family and friends.
Ferris State University College of Pharmacy
Holland, Mich.
My current interests include internal medicine and ambulatory care.
Ferris State University
I was initially interested in Trinity Health Muskegon because of the variety of rotations offered, and after meeting everyone at a couple of residency showcases, I was able to learn more about the supportive learning environment. This truly aligned with the culture in which I hoped to complete my PGY1 residency program and confirmed my decision that this was the right place. I am very excited to continue my pharmacy journey here at Trinity Health Muskegon.
Outside of pharmacy, I enjoy reading, spending time with my family and friends, watching dramas and playing board games.
Ferris State University College of Pharmacy
Richland, Mich.
Inpatient Pharmacy
Ferris State University
I completed my fourth-year clinical rotations at Trinity Health Muskegon, which exposed me to the comradery between employees at this health system and the excellent patient care delivered at this health system. The PGY1 pharmacy residency here offers diverse rotation offerings that will allow me to gain a well-rounded experience as a new pharmacist.
I also enjoy that this program is in West Michigan since it is so close to the lakeshore and there are many outdoor activities to partake in.
My hobbies/interests mainly involve getting outside and staying active. I really enjoy riding my bike, taking my dogs for walks and finding new trails to hike. I also enjoy playing card games and boards game with friends and family in my free time.
Ferris State University College of Pharmacy
Kentwood, Mich.
Ambulatory Care and Geriatrics
Ferris State University
I had undergone my fourth-year rotations at Trinity Health Muskegon’s longitudinal APPE program, STRIVE, and witnessed firsthand how positive, encouraging, and adaptable to change this environment is. These are the values that resonate with me. In addition to the culture, the PGY1 program offers ambulatory care electives which aligns with my professional goals.
If I am not in the pharmacy, you can find me lost in the aisles of The Container Store, unwinding at the Costco food court, taking my cats out for a walk, or resisting the urge to online shop.
Ferris State University College of Pharmacy
Ada, Mich.
My interests include infectious disease, internal medicine, and ambulatory care.
Ferris State University
This past year, I completed my clinical rotations as a STRIVE student at Trinity Health Muskegon and was able to experience first-hand the incredible mentors and learning environment that Trinity Health Muskegon has. I’m thrilled to be able to continue my pharmacy journey as a resident here.
Outside of pharmacy, I enjoy reading, hiking, spending time at my family cottage on Black Lake, and experimenting with new recipes.
University of Illinois Chicago College of Pharmacy
Korla, Xinjiang, China
Critical care and emergency medicine
Boise State University – Health Sciences
I came to the USA during my high school year which was in Michigan. After completing pharmacy school, I wanted a well-rounded experience for my PGY1 residency year. My ultimate goal is to learn clinical pharmacy practice and bring my knowledge and skills back to China and work in the inpatient setting.
I enjoy playing games, watching amines, and exercising. I recently started enjoying musical theaters and restudying Japanese.
Wayne State University
Canton, Mich.
Ambulatory Care, Cardiology
University of Michigan – Dearborn
I chose Trinity Health Muskegon because of the wide array of ambulatory care experiences offered at various West Michigan clinics. I wanted my residency to include as many ambulatory settings as possible while keeping the door open to pursue my inpatient interests. I felt a connection with Trinity’s culture as I interacted with various preceptors and knew that despite this being a difficult year, I could thrive within their supportive environment.
Playing/watching sports, running, laying on the beach, exploring new coffee shops, hiking
Midwestern University Glendale College of Pharmacy
Baghdad, Iraq
Ambulatory care and any setting where there are direct interactions with patients.
Grand Valley State University
I had a great impression of Trinity Health Muskegon from Midyear, and even after the interview process, Trinity Health stood out. I love the culture that has been cultivated, as it aligns most with my goals and personality so I’m really excited to spend my PGY1 year here.
When I'm not studying, I enjoy hiking, traveling, photography, and trying new restaurants.
University of Wisconsin-Madison
Manawa, Wisc.
Ambulatory Care—Primary Care/Endocrine/Mental Health/Infectious Disease
University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh
I was looking for PGY1 programs with a focus in ambulatory care. I knew this was the right field for me and wanted to obtain as much experience from preceptors who have years of practice experience in clinics. I loved that Mercy Health had a strong role in the community with multiple clinics throughout West Michigan. My interview day sold me on the program. Everyone I interacted with was welcoming and made the interview process relaxed. I knew surrounding myself around good people throughout a stressful year of residency was essential to my success.
Advice to residency candidates: Gain as much experience in different areas of pharmacy to determine what your ideal pharmacist role looks like. Challenge yourself by putting yourself in situations outside of your comfort zone because this is a huge opportunity for personal growth. Never settle for complacency because as pharmacists we need to continue growing our clinical knowledge.
Outside of work, I enjoy running, hiking, paddleboarding, kayaking and trying new restaurants/breweries/wineries.
Ferris State University College of Pharmacy
Holt, Mich.
MTM, Transitions of Care, Diabetes Disease State Management
Ferris State University
My first rotation of my 4th year was at Affinia Health where I worked within Mercy Health’s Network. It was there that I had the best experience working with colleagues that I knew I wanted to stay within this health system. I have always had a passion for chronic disease state management and wished to pursue an ambulatory care track which led me to Mercy Health’s Ambulatory-focused Residency Program.
Advice to residency candidates: When looking for a residency program, it is your responsibility to be picky. I know this sounds odd, but you don’t want to apply to a program just to get a residency because you think you need to do one. You want to pick a program that fits your needs and will help you meet and exceed your future goals. I recommend really taking your time to get to know the program, the program director, current residents, preceptors, and anyone else involved in the program. Take advantage of all the opportunities to meet these people and come with questions, LOTS of questions. Ask questions that will help you determine if this program fits your needs. Remember you are interviewing us as well!
Outside of work, I enjoy Netflix, playing with my fur babies and finding all of the best foodie locations.
Ferris State University College of Pharmacy
Canton, Mich.
Infectious Disease, HIV, Public Health
Ferris State University
Working as a technician, I came to appreciate the culture of learning that was created within the pharmacy department and thought it would be a great place to further my career.
Advice to residency candidates: Ask questions. Find out if the residency program is a good fit for you.
Outside of work, I enjoy golfing, fishing and biking.
Ferris State University College of Pharmacy
Mio, Mich.
Emergency Medicine, Internal Medicine, Infectious Disease
Ferris State University
Completing my APPEs at Mercy Health in Muskegon and working closely with the pharmacy team allowed me to observe first-hand how the residency program operates, how the preceptors facilitate learning, and how quickly the previous residents became confident pharmacists. Mercy Health proved to be a superb learning environment for students and residents, which made me want to continue my growth as a pharmacist here.
Advice to residency candidates: Find a residency program that cares about you as a resident as well as a person. Search for a program that values your development as a pharmacist, but also your physical and mental health throughout residency. It’s easy to focus solely on your job as a resident, so having an RPD and preceptors who understand the importance of work-life balance is key. Another great piece of advice I would pass on is to step out of your comfort zone. Give yourself space to grow by exploring new ideas and taking on roles that make you uncomfortable.
Outside of work, I enjoy playing and watching sports, watching movies, going to the beach, hanging out with family and friends, and trying new restaurants and foods.
