Pharmacy Intern at Beth Israel Shapiro Outpatient Pharmacy (2023-08 – 2025-08)
Supervising Manager: Jigar Mehta, Pharm.D., AAHIVP, MBA
- Trained new hires on Data Entry, POS, CII filling, and Meds-to-Beds process, dispatched Meds-to-Beds runners, and participated in weekly CII inventory counts.
- Collaborated with MDs, RNs, and other healthcare facilities to clarify and adjust medication orders to ensure patient safety in a fast-paced setting.
- Reconstituted and compounded non-sterile simple medications in accordance with pharmacy protocols and USP standards.
APPE Intern - Ambulatory Rotation at Greater Lawrence Family Health Center (2026-03 – 2026-04)
Preceptor: Ashley Rogers, PharmD, BCPS & Neath Ouk, PharmD
- Facilitated 10+ in-person and telehealth visits for diabetes, hypertension, TBI, and anticoagulation (INR); developed and presented clinical interventions accepted and implemented by preceptors
- Delivered a comprehensive patient case study and guidance on the implementation presentation on the newly approved Awiqli® to the pharmacy team.
- Reconciled medication lists and participated in the transition-of-care clinic, and conducted telehealth visits.
- Counseled patients on new medications, side effect management, and proper administration techniques for inhalers, injections, and CGMs.
- Documented patient care encounters in Athena EHR and performed POC blood glucose and INR testing.
APPE Intern - Outpatient Specialty Pharmacy Rotation at Dana Farber Cancer Institute (2026-02 – 2026-03)
Preceptor: Minh Do, Pharm.D
- Investigated manufacturer stability data, USP standards, and clinical trials to validate the BUD for cytarabine and methotrexate compounding in collaboration with the Dana-Farber/Jimmy Fund oncology teams with great attention to detail.
- Assisted in the preparation of BMS IMiD REMS and OptumRX audits by reviewing patient charts, correcting documentation based on the auditors' checklists, and verifying accuracy with Request Authorization Forms.
- Created a Master Formulation Record for temozolomide and mercaptopurine extemporaneous formulations.
- Produced an EMEND oral suspension layman's preparation infographic for patients in different languages.
- Compounded non-sterile medications in a clean hood in accordance with pharmacy protocols and USP policies.
APPE Intern - Institutional Rotation at Masspack LTC / AWP Pharmacy (2025-12 – 2026-01)
Preceptor: Neil Welch, Pharm.D
- Assisted in entering 700+ patient profiles in FrameworkLTC and processed insurance billing and claims.
- Mitigated gaps in care during clinic closure by proactively contacting providers to authorize refills and facilitating the successful transition of patients to their new pharmacy for seamless continuity of care.
APPE Intern - Community Rotation at Stop & Shop Pharmacy #0062 (2025-10 – 2025-12)
Preceptor: Todd Gianatasio, Pharm.D
- Administered multiple routine immunizations daily, such as influenza, COVID, and shingles vaccines.
- Assisted non-English-speaking patients by translating prescription and vaccine information to Vietnamese patients directly or using translation tools for other languages to ensure accurate communication and high-quality patient care.
APPE Intern - Investigational Drug Service Rotation at VA Boston Healthcare System - Jamaica Plain Campus (2025-09 – 2025-10)
Preceptor: Jane Hughes, Pharm.D., BCNSP, BC-ADM
- Edited and reformatted the IDS Pharmacy Standard of Practice, protocols, and informed consent forms.
- Assisted in a Phase 1 oncology research study's regulatory affairs to ensure they met federal and local policies and standards.
- Reviewed and critiqued animal and human clinical trials involving Schedule I substances to ensure feasibility and implementation.
- Compounded study drug and matching placebos following procedures and clinical trial protocols using the ProFiller 3600 and handled the receipt, preparation, and disposition of study drugs.
APPE Intern - Internal Med Clinical Rotation at Lahey Hospital and Medical Center - MICU (2025-05 – 2025-06)
Preceptor: Philip Grgurich, Pharm.D, MBA, BCCCP, FCCM
- Participated in daily interdisciplinary rounds, collaborating with MDs, PAs, NPs, RNs, and PharmD preceptor.
- Conducted patient workups for 3-4 patients daily and provided evidence-based therapeutic recommendations, with the majority of suggestions accepted and implemented.
- Analyzed and presented clinical trial data for journal club presentations and drug information papers, with emphasis on study design, outcomes, and clinical applicability.
- Delivered a case-based disease state presentation on Cytomegalovirus, integrating patient-specific data, guideline-based therapy, and clinical decision-making.
Media Business Owner & Freelance Illustrator at Self-Employed (2020-06 – Present)
- Negotiate with manufacturers and sponsors, produce shipping labels, and handle inventory logistics.
- Create illustrations, merchandise, graphic designs, and character designs for over 200+ clients.
- Managed multiple long-term projects and led large teams. Hosted 3 charity events for the Red Cross and Games for Love, raising around $10,000 total.
- Consulted under NDA for an international agency; experience with Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) contracts and confidentiality agreements.
