Pharmacy Residents and Faculty
Learn more about our current residents, preceptors and past residents.
What our residents say
“I was drawn to Lehigh Valley Health Network [LVHN] because of the variety of rotations offered, specifically those in pediatrics. The opportunity to complete a teaching certificate was also appealing to me. During the interview process, I immediately felt welcome and comfortable with the program director and the preceptors. Additionally, the current residents are very enthusiastic about the program, and they described a very supportive environment at LVHN. Ultimately, all of these aspects were what made me choose LVHN, and I am very excited to grow and develop in this residency program.”
– Ashley Brown, PharmD, 2024-2025 PGY-1 resident
“I chose Lehigh Valley Health Network for my PGY-1 residency for a variety of reasons, with the main reason being the special place that LVHN holds in my heart. LVHN has been the main health provider for both myself and my family for as long as I can remember. Being presented with the opportunity to take part in providing exceptional care to patients, the same exceptional care in which I have received over the years, was an experience that I knew would be both fulfilling and rewarding to my life. The interactions I had on LVHN rotations and the residency interview further solidified my belief that LVHN is a family-oriented institution that would serve me well as I continue to grow both personally and professionally.”
– Carissa Kern, PharmD, 2024-2025 PGY-1 resident
“I chose Lehigh Valley Health Network for my PGY-1 residency for the multitude of experiences offered, such as pediatrics and critical care. During my time here as an APPE [advanced pharmacy practice experience] student and during the interview process, the preceptors demonstrated their knowledge and enthusiasm in their clinical areas and excitement toward the residency program and the residents within it. Lehigh Valley excels in preparing their residents to transcend into prestigious clinical pharmacists.“
– Madeline Stauffer, PharmD, 2024-2025 PGY-1 resident
“I chose Lehigh Valley Health Network for my PGY-1 residency for a few different reasons including staff and rotation opportunities offered. One of the main reasons I chose to apply to this program was because of the elective and required rotation options, specifically those in pediatrics. During the interview process the way that the staff spoke with me and the other applicants made me feel welcomed, included, and that they were interested in knowing about me as a whole including interests outside of pharmacy. Additionally, they made me feel as though making the transition from student to resident would be easier with them.”
– Allexa Buckingham, PharmD, 2023-2024 PGY-1 resident
“Lehigh Valley originally caught my eye with the unique opportunities it offers its residents in terms of core, elective and longitudinal learning experiences, but it captured my heart with the people I met during the interview. The program director and preceptors were all so encouraging and made me feel at home right from the get-go. Additionally, it was clear from speaking to the current residents how much they loved the program, mentors, projects and learning opportunities as well as LVHN as a whole, and it made me fall in love with the program. The companionship and pride the residents felt for themselves and each other’s accomplishments shone throughout my time with them, and I knew overall this was something I wanted for my residency experience.”
– Leah Castelnovo, PharmD, 2023-2024 PGY-1 resident
“I chose Lehigh Valley Health Network for my PGY-1 residency for a variety of reasons. The program offers many unique experiences that will allow me to further develop my knowledge and skills to become a well-rounded clinical pharmacist. During my interview, I could tell the preceptors were not only welcoming and kind but dedicated to the program’s success and ensuring each resident is prepared for their career as a pharmacist.”
– Stephen Ensor, PharmD, 2023-2024 PGY-1 resident
“I chose Lehigh Valley Health Network for my PGY-1 residency not only for the diverse clinical experiences and well-rounded program but also for the culture. Everyone has been so welcoming throughout my interview process, and it is evident how dedicated and passionate they are about the care of the patients they serve, as well as the success of the residency program. The opportunities offered at LVHN provide the clinical and longitudinal rotations to excel as a clinical pharmacist.”
– Shannon Fitzpatrick, PharmD, 2023-2024 PGY-1 resident
“I chose Lehigh Valley Health Network for my PGY-1 residency for a variety of reasons. There are endless opportunities in multiple areas of pharmacy including longitudinal experiences, unique rotations and the opportunity to pursue a teaching certificate. The preceptors are all very welcoming and passionate about pharmacy and teaching the residents!”
– Michelle Gronski, PharmD, 2022-2023 PGY-1 resident
“I chose Lehigh Valley Health Network for my PGY-1 residency because it provides residents with the opportunity to gain experience with a diverse range of patient populations, both adult and pediatric, through its selection of elective rotations. Upon speaking with the preceptors during my interview, it was evident that they were all dedicated not only to the success of the program overall but also to the success and development of each individual resident based on their interests and goals.”
– Brianna Schafer, PharmD, 2022-2023 PGY-1 resident
“I chose LVHN because of the dedicated preceptors, progressive pharmacy practices and expansive clinical experiences. After my interview, I knew that LVHN was the best choice for me; the program offers a leading-edge and well-rounded experience that allows me to explore all areas of clinical pharmacy.”
– Kimberly Sharpe, PharmD, 2022-2023 PGY-1 resident
“Lehigh Valley Health Network is an institution that will make me an adaptable, well-rounded clinician. I chose LVHN for my PGY-1 residency because they offer a variety of rotations that appeal to my interests of critical care and cardiology. Everyone I have met has a passion for health care and cares about the outcomes in their patients, and I am excited to be a part of this culture.”
– Peter Yakoub, PharmD, 2022-2023 PGY-1 resident
Our current residents
Class of 2025
Ashley Brown, PharmD
Temple University School of Pharmacy – Philadelphia
Ashley Brown, PharmD, is originally from Schuylkill Haven, Pa. She graduated from Temple University School of Pharmacy and completed the advanced clinical practice track. Prior to and throughout her time in pharmacy school, she was a technician/intern with Penn State Health St. Joseph in Reading, Pa. Her current interests include pediatrics, infectious diseases, ambulatory care and critical care. Outside of pharmacy, she enjoys cooking, crocheting, spending time with her dog and watching sports.
Carissa Kern, PharmD
Wilkes University – Wilkes-Barre, Pa.
Carissa Kern, PharmD, grew up in Northampton, Pa., and attended pharmacy school at the Wilkes University Nesbitt School of Pharmacy. Throughout her time at Wilkes, she elected to focus on didactic learning along with involvement in pharmacy organizations, making sure to take advantage of all of the opportunities that presented themselves. She served as fundraising chair for Lambda Kappa Sigma and president of Rho Chi and was selected to take part in the Rho Chi Student Executive Council Task Force. Her current areas of interest include cardiology, critical care and infectious diseases with hopes of pursuing a career in a hospital setting post-residency year. Outside of pharmacy, she enjoys reading, going to wineries, cooking and spending time with family and friends.
Madeline Stauffer, PharmD
Saint Joseph’s University Philadelphia College of Pharmacy – Philadelphia
Madeline Stauffer, PharmD, is from Bedminster, Pa., and completed her Doctor of Pharmacy at Philadelphia College of Pharmacy. Throughout pharmacy school, she worked at Doylestown Hospital in the IV compounding lab. During school she participated in research focusing on sodium-glucose cotransporter-2 inhibitors for heart failure and doxorubicin for triple negative breast cancer. Her areas of interest include pediatrics, critical care and cardiology. After completion of her PGY-1 residency she hopes to pursue a PGY-2 in her area of interest or work as a clinical staff pharmacist. In her free time, she enjoys reading, crafting, baking and doing puzzles.
Preceptors
Pharmacy administrators
Janine Barnaby, RPh, BS, BCOP
Director, Pharmacy Cancer Institute and Infusion Services
Philadelphia College of Pharmacy and Science – Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy
Anthony Gabriel, PharmD, BCPS
Director of Clinical Pharmacy Services – Lehigh Valley Hospital
Philadelphia College of Pharmacy and Science – Doctor of Pharmacy
ChristianaCare – PGY-1 residency
Clinical pharmacists
Brooke Broczkowski, PharmD
Clinical pharmacy specialist – antimicrobial stewardship
St. John’s University – Doctor of Pharmacy
St. Luke’s University Health Network – PGY-1 residency
Baystate Medical Center – PGY-2 Infectious Diseases Residency
Michelle Gronski, PharmD
Clinical pharmacy specialist – PICU/Children’s ER
Wilkes University Nesbitt School of Pharmacy – Doctor of Pharmacy
Lehigh Valley Health Network – PGY-1 residency
Cone Health – PGY-2 Pediatric Pharmacotherapy
Matthew Fair, BS, PharmD, BCPS, BCGP
Clinical pharmacy specialist – internal medicine
West Virginia University – Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy
Duquesne University – Doctor of Pharmacy
Lauren Geerlof, PharmD, BCPS, BC-ADM
Clinical pharmacist – integrated care coordination
Rutgers University, Ernest Mario School of Pharmacy – Doctor of Pharmacy
Lehigh Valley Health Network – PGY-1 residency
Laura Hayn, PharmD
Clinical pharmacy specialist – NICU
Moravian College – Bachelor of Science in Biology, Psychology
Temple University – Doctor of Pharmacy
University of North Carolina – PGY-1 residency
University of North Carolina – PGY-2 Pediatric Pharmacotherapy Residency
Katarzyna (Katrina) Jabbour, PharmD, BCPS
Clinical pharmacist – family medicine
Northeastern University – Doctor of Pharmacy
Coastal Medical Inc./University of Rhode Island – Primary Care Pharmacy Residency
Jarrod Kile, RPh, BCPS, BCIDP
Clinical pharmacy specialist – infectious diseases
Philadelphia College of Pharmacy and Science – Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy
Katelin Kimler, PharmD, BCPPS
Clinical pharmacy specialist – pediatrics and maternal health
Ernest Mario School of Pharmacy, Rutgers University – Doctor of Pharmacy
Lehigh Valley Health Network – PGY-1 residency
Ernest Mario School of Pharmacy, Rutgers University – PGY-2 Pediatric Pharmacotherapy Residency
Jason Laskosky, PharmD, BCPS
Clinical pharmacy specialist – critical care
Philadelphia College of Pharmacy and Science – Doctor of Pharmacy
Arun Mancheril, PharmD, BCPS
Clinical pharmacy specialist – investigational drugs/inpatient oncology
University of Kansas School of Pharmacy – Doctor of Pharmacy
Long Island University, Arnold & Marie Schwartz College of Pharmacy – Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy
Katie Nesbitt, PharmD, BCPS
Clinical pharmacy specialist – cardiology and anticoagulation
Philadelphia College of Pharmacy – Doctor of Pharmacy
Reading Health Network – PGY-1 residency
Alexis Nicholson, PharmD, BCACP
Clinical pharmacy specialist – population health
Wilkes University Nesbitt School of Pharmacy – Doctor of Pharmacy
Lehigh Valley Health Network – PGY-1 residency
Milisha Shah, PharmD, BCPS, BCTX
Clinical pharmacy specialist – solid organ transplant
Ernest Mario School of Pharmacy, Rutgers University – Doctor of Pharmacy
Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital – PGY-1 residency
Bona Shin, PharmD
Clinical pharmacy specialist – solid organ transplant
University of Illinois at Chicago College of Pharmacy – Doctor of Pharmacy
Reading Hospital – PGY-1 residency
The Johns Hopkins Hospital – PGY-2 Solid Organ Transplant
Megan Taylor, PharmD, MSCR
Clinical pharmacy specialist – adult emergency medicine
Campbell University College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences – Doctor of Pharmacy
Lehigh Valley Health Network – PGY-1 residency
University of North Carolina Health Rex – PGY-2 Critical Care Residency
Kristin Held Wheatley, PharmD, BCOP
Clinical pharmacy specialist – pediatric oncology and infectious diseases
Program director – PGY-1 Pharmacy Residency
University of Pittsburgh School of Pharmacy – Doctor of Pharmacy
Lehigh Valley Health Network – PGY-1 residency
Children’s Mercy Hospitals and Clinics – PGY-2 Pediatric Oncology Residency