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Fellowships
Infectious Diseases Health Outcomes Research Fellowship
The Fellowship Program in Infectious Diseases Health Outcomes Research is offered through Nova Southeastern University's Barry and Judy Silverman College of Pharmacy. The fellow will be exposed to and be involved in, a variety of health outcomes analyses using epidemiologic health care assessment approaches including retrospective evaluations and pharmacoeconomic analysis of patient outcomes. Fellows will employ knowledge acquired throughout training to conduct research and ultimately, learn to function as an independent investigator. Research participation is the major emphasis of the fellow's activities, however, teaching experience both in the classroom and experiential, and practical clinical experience will be incorporated. As part of the fellowship training, the fellow will submit their research to national and international infectious diseases meetings and prepare manuscripts for submission to peer reviewed journals for publication.
Application Deadline: February 15
- Length: 2 years
- Start date: July 1
- Required Degree: Pharm.D
- Enrolled in or Successful Completion of an accredited PGY1 Pharmacy Residency
- At this time, applicants must be enrolled in Saudi Arabia Culture Missions Scholarships (SACM) or another externally funded program to qualify.
For more information please contact:
Dana Holger, Pharm.D., MPH, AAHIVP, C.Ph.
Assistant Professor, Department of Pharmacy Practice
NSU College of Pharmacy
dh1166@nova.edu
Residencies
Community-Based Pharmacy Practice Brochure (PDF)
The Residency Program in Community-Based Pharmacy Practice is offered through NSU’s Silverman College of Pharmacy. The resident will be exposed to and be involved in, a variety of community pharmacy experiences. These experiences include pharmacy administration, regulatory, and clinical services. The resident will participate in disease management, medication therapy management and other clinical services within the NSU Clinic Pharmacy. The resident will also participate in the ICUBAcares Pharmacist Advocate Program Patient Care Center where he/she will be involved in developing formulary management, adherence, medication therapy management and prior authorization strategies as well as engaging patients and providing patient care services surrounding these strategies.
As part of the residency training, the resident will be given the opportunity in didactic
and clerkship opportunities in the education of pharmacy students as well as conducting
a clinical research project.
Application Deadline: January 15
- Length: 1 year
- Start date: July 1
- Required Degree: Pharm.D.
For more information please contact:
Goar Alvarez, BPharm.,Pharm.D., C.Ph. ,FASCP
Assistant Dean, Pharmacy Services
Nova Southeastern University
Silverman College of Pharmacy
3200 South University Drive
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33328
(954) 262-1383
galvarez@nova.edu
Director of Pharmacy – NSU Pharmacy
Director of Pharmacy - SFSH
Florida Board of Pharmacy Member
Pharmacy Residency Brochure (PDF)
PGY1 residency programs build upon Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) education and outcomes to develop pharmacist practitioners with knowledge, skills, and abilities as defined in the educational competency areas, goals, and objectives. Residents who successfully complete PGY1 residency programs will be skilled in diverse patient care, practice management, leadership, and education, and be prepared to provide patient care, seek board certification in pharmacotherapy (i.e., BCPS), and pursue advanced education and training opportunities including postgraduate year two (PGY2) residencies.
Application Deadline: January 15
- Length: 1 year
- Start date: July 1
- Required Degree: Pharm.D.
For more information please contact:
Yarelis Alvarado, BPharm., Pharm.D., BCPS, BCCCP
Assistant Professor
Nova Southeastern University
Silverman College of Pharmacy
997 San Roberto Street Professional Offices Park IV
San Juan, PR 00926
(787) 773-6576
alvarado@nova.edu
Ambulatory Care Residency Brochure (PDF)
The PGY-2 Residency in Ambulatory Care at the Nova Southeastern University's Barry and Judy Silverman College of Pharmacy provides an in-depth experience in general primary care, focused management in cardiology, diabetes, transitions of care and academia. Experiences will be tailored to give the resident exposure to patients with chronic disease states in a variety of outpatient clinics within an Accountable Care Organization throughout South Florida. Residents will work closely in a variety of pharmacy faculty practice sites within the Accountable Care Organization (ACO) Research Network, Services and Education (ACORN SEED) team. This PGY-2 program will prepare residents to practice in a mixture of pharmacist-led and interdisciplinary patient visits.
The residency provides a unique teaching certificate program which offers experiences both in small group instruction and didactic lectures through the Nova Southeastern University Teaching Certificate Program (ITALICSRx). An additional focus of the program is through leadership and management understanding development and expansion of pharmacy services within innovative practice models. Additional rotation opportunities include academia (focused in administration) and Adherence, Transitions of Care Medication Therapy Management Call Center, and others based on resident interest and preceptor availability. The resident is expected to complete an IRB-approved research project of publishable quality and present results at local, regional or state pharmacy meetings.
Application deadline: January 7
- Letter of Intent
- Curriculum Vitae
- College/School of Pharmacy Transcript
- Three Letters of Recommendation
- On-site Interview
- Enrolled in or Successful Completion of an accredited PGY1 Pharmacy Residency
- Ability to Obtain Licensure in the State of Florida
Benefits:
- Salary: $45,000 (subject to change)
- Vacation: Ten working days in addition to NSU school holidays
- Professional leave: To attend meetings and educational conferences
- Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, 401K
- Travel compensation for national conferences
For more information please contact:
Tina Benny, Pharm.D., BCACP
Associate Professor, Department of Pharmacy Practice
Residency Program Director, PGY2 Ambulatory Care
NSU's Silverman College of Pharmacy
tjoseph1@nova.edu
Psychiatry Pharmacy Residency Brochure (PDF)
The specialized residency in psychiatric pharmacy practice is offered through NSU's Barry & Judy Silverman College of Pharmacy. Practice opportunities exist at South Florida State Hospital, Jackson Memorial Hospital, Baptist Hospital, and the West Palm Beach Veterans Administration Medical Center. It is a directed postgraduate program that centers on developing the competencies necessary to provide pharmaceutical care to psychiatric patients.
This residency and the criteria for evaluation are designed to parallel or meet the standards as set forth by the American Society of Health-System Pharmacists (ASHP). As part of the residency training experience, the resident will be given the opportunity to participate in both the didactic and clerkship education of pharmacy students. Additionally, the resident will be expected to originate a plan, develop a protocol, and conduct a clinical research project in an area of interest with the intention of presenting or publishing the results of their study.
Length: 1 year
Start Date: July 1
Degree Required: Pharm.D.
For more information please contact:
Jose Rey, Pharm.D., BCPP
Professor, Pharmacy Practice
NSU's College of Pharmacy
3200 South University Drive, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33328
Phone: (954) 262-1388
Email: joserey@nova.edu
The mission of Walgreens Community-Based Pharmacy Residency Program is to develop
confident, effective, and innovative community pharmacy practitioners. Graduates of
this program will be prepared for clinical and leadership positions in the community
and specialty pharmacy setting. The program is primarily based at the Walgreens Local
Specialty Pharmacy in Miami, within the medical building associated with a Federally
Qualified Healthcare Center. This unique setting serves HIV/AIDS and Hepatitis patients
for their health care, education, and wellness needs. Pharmacists at this site work
closely with an interdisciplinary healthcare team servicing roughly 1,000 patients
a month to optimize clinical outcomes. In addition, the resident will receive training
at other nearby Walgreens Local Specialty Pharmacies that offer clinical services
to oncology, transplant, and fertility patients. Graduates of this program will gain
insight to medication management, medication reconciliation, and educational and behavioral
counseling. These skills will enable the resident to achieve their professional goals
while providing compassionate care for members of the community and contribute to
advancement of the pharmacy healthcare profession.
This residency is offered in partnership with NSU's Barry and Judy Silverman College of Pharmacy and will provide the resident the opportunity to develop academic skills by acting
as a preceptor and educator and by conducting research. In addition, the resident
will actively participate in education of Walgreens pharmacists, technicians, pharmacy
students, and the community at large.
For more information please contact:
Suky Lafortune, Pharm.D., AAHIVP
Registered Manager On-Site
PGY1 Residency Program Director, Walgreens-Nova Southeastern University
Email: suky.lafortune@walgreens.com
Rina Shah, Pharm.D.
Director of Pharmacy
Phone: (847) 315-3739
Email: rina.shah@walgreens.com
Meet the Fellows and Residents
Infectious Diseases Health Outcomes Research Fellowship
Dr. Ali Althubyani is originally from Makkah, Saudi Arabia. He earned two Doctor of Pharmacy degrees,
the first degree was from Umm Al-Qura University at Saudi Arabia in 2014 and the second
one was from NSU-COP at Fort Lauderdale, FL in 2021. He completed his PGY1 and PGY2-ID
at St. Elizabeth’s Medical Center in Boston, MA in 2023. What type of residency now?
Althubyani is a board-certified pharmacotherapy specialist. Althubyani professional
interests include multidrug-resistant infections, antimicrobial stewardship, and academia.
His career goals include practicing as a board-certified infectious diseases specialist
at an academic medical center affiliated with a school of pharmacy, combining clinical
practice with both research and teaching experiences. Outside of pharmacy, he enjoys
traveling, exploring new places, playing soccer and tennis, and spending time with
family and friends.
PGY-1 Community-Based Pharmacy Practice
My name is Katelyn Grillo, and I am a recent graduate of the Nova Southeastern University Barry and Judy Silverman
College of Pharmacy (NSU COP) and currently a PGY-1 Resident at NSU Pharmacy. I obtained
my bachelor's degree in Marine Biology from Florida International University, where
my senior seminar research focused on pharmacognosy—the study of medications derived
from natural sources such as animals and plants. This research allowed me to merge
my passion for marine biology with pharmacy, shaping my professional future. During
my time at NSU COP, I was honored to be inducted into the Rho Chi academic honor society,
where I enjoyed tutoring my peers. My professional interests include Psychiatry, particularly
substance use disorders, Ambulatory Care, and Academia. I am extremely excited to
learn as much as I can from this residency to practice at the top of my license and
continue giving back to the community. In my spare time, I enjoy going to the beach,
cooking, and spending time with my dog and the elderly cat I rescued.
My name is Francisco Rivera, Pharm.D., and I am currently a PGY-1 Pharmacy Resident at Nova Southeastern University
Barry & Judy Silverman College of Pharmacy. I graduated from the University of Puerto
Rico-Mayagüez Campus in 2020 with a Bachelor of Science in Biology. In 2024, I earned
my Doctor of Pharmacy degree from NSU-B&J Silverman College of Pharmacy. My experience
in the field spans independent community pharmacy, ambulatory care, critical care,
and oncology. I have a passion for ambulatory care and have recently developed an
interest in academia and mentoring. Im honored and grateful to Dr. Alvarez for the
opportunity to continue being a part of NSU, and I am very excited to make the most
of this residency year.
My name is Lianette Veliz, Pharm.D., I graduated from Miami Dade College with a Bachelor's in Biopharmaceutical
Sciences, where I discovered my passion for pharmacy and teaching. I recently received
my Doctor of Pharmacy degree from Nova Southeastern University's Barry and Judy Silverman
College of Pharmacy. My current practice interests include consultant pharmacy, academia,
and ambulatory care. In my spare time, I enjoy going to the movies and taking nature
walks. I am thrilled and honored to have been selected to be a part of the NSU team,
and I look forward to continuing my professional growth under the guidance of an excellent
team of faculty.
PGY-1 Pharmacy
My name is Camille P. Maldonado González, and I am currently pursuing the PGY-1 Pharmacy Residency with NSU and Sistema de
Salud Menonita. I was born in Bayamón and raised in Vega Baja, Puerto Rico. I completed
my bachelor's degree in human biology at the University of Puerto Rico, Bayamón Campus.
During that time, I noticed an interest in pharmacy during that time, so I decided
to apply and complete my graduate studies. I pursued my Doctor of Pharmacy degree
at the University of Puerto Rico, Medical Sciences Campus. While I was in Pharmacy
School, I was very active in student organizations and directive boards. As a pharmacist,
I value and recognize the importance of our role in patient care. Therefore, I am
eager to continue learning during this year of additional training. On the other hand,
in my free time, I like to spend time with my family and loved ones, enjoy outside
activities, and play the piano.
Karla A. Rivera is a recent NSU College of Pharmacy graduate from the Puerto Rico Regional Campus
and one of their two PGY-1 residents in collaboration with the Mennonite Healthcare
System. Through tutoring and her advanced pharmacy practice experiences, she developed
a passion for academia and great insight into the clinical role of a pharmacist; this
fostered her desire to pursue continued education through residency. Outside of pharmacy,
she enjoys photographing nature and spending quality time with her loved ones. Karla
hopes that this residency will help her build upon her interests and equip her with
the tools necessary to serve her community.
PGY-2 Psychiatric Pharmacy Practice
Sian Clements, a Miami Beach native, earned her undergraduate degree from Miami Dade College and
her Pharm.D. from Nova Southeastern University (NSU) in 2023. Following this, she
completed a PGY-1 community pharmacy residency at NSU and is currently one of two
PGY-2 psychiatric pharmacy residents at the university. Her residency practice site
is located at South Florida State Hospital in Pembroke Pines. Sian has a keen interest
in psychiatric pharmacy, particularly in mental health within the community setting.
Outside of her professional pursuits, she enjoys dining out, watching movies at home,
and caring for her elderly dog, Nugget.
My name is Christian Grillo, and I am a graduate from NSU’s College of Pharmacy, and currently one of the PGY-2
residents in Psychiatric Pharmacy Practice. Before pharmacy school, I obtained my
Bachelor's degrees in Biology and in Interdisciplinary Studies. I was also a chemistry
teacher at City of Hialeah Educational Academy, which helped build my love for academia
and teaching. During pharmacy school, my passion for academia continued to expand,
but I developed new-found interests, particularly within Psychiatry and research.
I hope to further my career in order to continue serving those patients who are critically
underserved within our community, particularly the mentally ill.