PGY1 Community-Based Pharmacy Residents

Anoop Kotian, PharmD

Pharmacy Education

University of Tennessee Health Science Center

Hometown

Birmingham, Alabama

Research

Rate of Disease-Modifying Therapy Discontinuation in Patients with Multiple Sclerosis

Areas of Interest

Ambulatory Care, Specialty Pharmacy, Management

Why did you choose MUSC?

Being a health science center located in the heart of Charleston’s medical district, MUSC has a plethora of learning opportunities in various clinics and hospitals. Additionally, I felt MUSC provided a lot of flexibility and peer support that can aid in shaping me as a future healthcare practitioner.

Contact

ank301@musc.edu

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Ugochi Nwamara, PharmD

Pharmacy Education

University of North Carolina Eshelman School of Pharmacy

Hometown

Elizabeth City, North Carolina

Research

Evaluation of the Impact of a Patient-Oriented Eczema Measure (POEM) on Clinical and Operational Outcomes for Patients Receiving Dupilumab for Atopic Dermatitis

Areas of Interest

Ambulatory Care: Diabetes, Nephrology, Psychiatry

Why did you choose MUSC?

I was looking for a program that would (1) challenge me to practice at the top of my license through various experiences and (2) support me and my co-residents personally and professionally during this time in our pharmacy careers. Through my interview, MUSC assured me that those boxes, and many others were checked!

Contact

ugn@musc.edu

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Pooja Poladia, PharmD

Pharmacy Education

University of Kansas

Hometown

Olathe, Kansas

Research

Management of Chemotherapy induced Peripheral Neuropathy

Areas of Interest

Ambulatory Care, Oncology, Cardiology

Why did you choose MUSC?

I was looking for a community program with a vast ambulatory care experience along with rotational opportunities in specialty areas. I chose MUSC not only for the unique program but also the people here are genuinely committed to the residents' success.

Contact

poladia@musc.edu