PGY1 Pharmacy Residents

Kaity Brosnahan, PharmD

Pharmacy Education

The Ohio State University College of Pharmacy

Hometown

Westerville, Ohio

Research

Enoxaparin Dosing and Time to Target Concentrations in Pediatric Patients

Areas of Interest

Pediatrics

Why did you choose MUSC?

MUSC has a robust program with a wide variety of rotations to choose from. As someone interested in pediatrics, I was excited by the opportunity to staff at Shawn Jenkins Children's Hospital and have multiple pediatric rotations as a PGY1 resident.

What are your hobbies outside of residency?

Long walks, shopping, playing with my dog

Contact

brosnaha@musc.edu

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Riley Chafer, PharmD

Pharmacy Education

Medical University of South Carolina College of Pharmacy

Hometown

Hilton Head Island, South Carolina

Research

Evaluation of Bivalirudin Safety and Effectiveness in Patients with Suspected or Confirmed HIT and Renal Dysfunction

Areas of Interest

Critical Care

Why did you choose MUSC?

MUSC had everything I was looking for in a program - large residency class, high caliber rotations, and on-call experience to name a few. Having completed my education at MUSC I knew what type of training I was going to receive, and it made me very excited.

What are your hobbies outside of residency?

Eating at all the great restaurants in Charleston, walking my dog on the West Ashley Greenway, traveling whenever I get the chance.

Contact

chafer@musc.edu,
Instagram: riley_chafer

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Lauren Dietz, PharmD

Pharmacy Education

University of Kentucky College of Pharmacy

Hometown

Plainfield, Illinois

Research

Comparison of taxane and platinum infusion reactions before and after COVID vaccinations

Areas of Interest

Oncology, Pediatrics

Why did you choose MUSC?

I chose MUSC because I was looking for a rigorous residency program that offered 24-hour on-call program that would challenge me to become a strong, well-rounded pharmacist. Additionally, I was excited for the opportunity to teach and precept pharmacy students.

What are your hobbies outside of residency?

Boating, cooking, reading

Contact

dietzl@musc.edu

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Kate Harding, PharmD

Pharmacy Education

University of Kentucky College of Pharmacy

Hometown

Rochester Hills, Michigan

Research

Evaluation Of Patients Who Have Failed Hepatitis C Treatment With A Direct Acting Antiviral At An Academic Medical Center

Areas of Interest

Critical Care, psychiatry

Why did you choose MUSC?

I chose MUSC because I knew the variety of challenging rotations, diverse patient acuity, on-call program, and ability to train with high quality healthcare professionals would provide me with an extremely well-rounded experience! Additionally, the supportive and close-knit environment at MUSC was very apparent and something I valued highly in a residency program!

What are your hobbies outside of residency?

Walking my dog, going to the beach, reading

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Jordan Jones, PharmD

Pharmacy Education

University Of South Carolina

Hometown

Blythewood, South Carolina

Research

Creation and Performance of an Extended Spectrum Beta-Lactamase-Producing Enterobacterales (ESBL-E) Clinical Risk Factor Scoring Tool in Non-Urinary Isolates

Areas of Interest

Infectious Diseases

Why did you choose MUSC?

I had a few rotations at MUSC as a student and fell in love with the campus and all of the opportunities it offered. The preceptors are incredible and passionate about helping you grow.

What are your hobbies outside of residency?

Trivia, going to the beach, baking

Contact

jonejord@musc.edu

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Bacil Kadi, PharmD

Pharmacy Education

Purdue University

Hometown

South Bend, Indiana

Research

Impact of 24-hour call response on time to antibiotics of open fractures in the Emergency Department

Areas of Interest

Emergency Medicine

Why did you choose MUSC?

I chose MUSC for the robust training as well as the supportive culture of the pharmacy department.

What are your hobbies outside of residency?

Golf, Sand Volleyball, Video Games

Contact

kadi@musc.edu

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Leah Kovalic, PharmD, MS

Pharmacy Education

University of Kentucky College of Pharmacy

Hometown

Winchester, Kentucky

Research

Benefits of Having A Pharmacist in An Outpatient Psychiatry Clinic

Areas of Interest

Transplant, internal medicine, infectious diseases

Why did you choose MUSC?

I felt like I would be pushed to be the best pharmacist that I can be while also having a strong support system.

What are your hobbies outside of residency?

Cooking, reading, playing Skyrim

Contact

kovalic@musc.edu

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Lacy La Fever, PharmD, MS

Pharmacy Education

PharmD from Wingate University; MS in Biomedical Sciences from Liberty University; BS in Biochemistry from Queens University of Charlotte

Hometown

Denver, Colorado

Research

Evaluation Of Carboplatin Dose Calculations And Effects On Outcomes

Areas of Interest

Oncology (outpatient solid organ clinic) and Clinical Research

Why did you choose MUSC?

What ultimately sold me was the people. I could tell that the preceptors cared about you as a person and were genuinely interested in what I had to say. The residents also reflected this and also supported that the preceptors do care about helping grow personally and professionally. I knew this was a place that would help me grow into the pharmacist I want to be.

What are your hobbies outside of residency?

Big foodie so trying new restaurants and breweries, movie and series connoisseur, reading, hiking, exploring new places

Contact

lafeverl@musc.edu

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Emily McKenna, PharmD

Pharmacy Education

University of Florida College of Pharmacy

Hometown

Tampa, Florida

Research

Melatonin use in pediatric patients following solid organ transplantation

Areas of Interest

Pediatrics and Critical Care

Why did you choose MUSC?

I choose MUSC as it offered a great variety of rotations in both adults and pediatrics with fantastic preceptors. I was looking for a program that would help me grow and challenge me, MUSC was the perfect fit with the on-call program, research opportunities, and staffing options.

What are your hobbies outside of residency?

Trying new restaurants around Charleston, game nights with co-residents, and crafting!

Contact

mckenemi@musc.edu

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Jade Montgomery, PharmD, MPH

Pharmacy Education

Samford University McWhorter School of Pharmacy

Hometown

Livingston, Alabama

Research

Relationship Between Time to Dose Escalation of Biologics for Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBD) and Therapeutic Failure

Areas of Interest

Internal Medicine and Critical Care

Why did you choose MUSC?

I chose MUSC for the diverse rotation experiences, the ability to participate in 24-hour on-call, and the preceptors. The rotations and 24-hour in-house on-call shifts are very challenging but they really allow you to grow as a new practitioner, utilize your clinical knowledge, and work as part of the care team. I have been able to meet and work with a lot of great doctors and nurses through this experience and they really look to you for medication questions. I also like the fact that MUSC is a large academic medical center, which allows for the ability to interact with a variety of learners while on rotation.

What are your hobbies outside of residency?

Reading, Volleyball/Pickleball, Trivia

Contact

montgjad@musc.edu | Instagram @jademo5

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Abigail Rath, PharmD

Pharmacy Education

University of Tennessee

Hometown

Charleston, South Carolina

Research

Cephalexin four times daily versus twice daily for the treatment of UTIs diagnosed in the Emergency Department

Areas of Interest

Critical Care

Why did you choose MUSC?

I chose MUSC due to the amazing opportunities to be exposed to a vast variety of different disease states while in the setting of a nurturing environment. I knew that MUSC would challenge me personally, but allow me ample opportunities to grow professionally. I feel extremely grateful to be surrounded by world-class clinicians practicing at the top of their license. These individuals have inspired me/continue to inspire me to be the best patient advocate.

What are your hobbies outside of residency?

Walking my dog, riding my horse, and hanging out with friends and family

Contact

ratha@musc.edu | Instagram: @abigailrath