Current and Past Residents

When I was first choosing residency programs to apply to, I knew I wanted to find a place that I could grow as a professional and offered a supportive environment. Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist ended up at the top of my list after I learned about the multitude of opportunities they offered, such as a plethora of mentors and their unique six-week rotations. During my interview, I walked in feeling nervous but left with a strong sense of belonging- even just from the interview itself. The conversations I had with the RPD, RPCs, and experienced preceptors clearly reflected their commitment to furthering a resident's knowledge as well as supporting them throughout this journey. I'm excited to begin this next chapter and can't wait to see what the next two years have in store!

As a large academic medical center focused on advancing patient care beyond the usual standard of compassionate healthcare, Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist immediately caught my attention. The flexibility of their program was one of the biggest draws to me when looking into various programs prior to the Match. It really felt like you could pursue any interest you wanted with the number and selection of available elective rotations. When I had my interview, I got the feeling that my ideals resonated with their mentality, and they made me feel welcomed. Throughout my first year of residency here, all my initial impressions were reinforced, and I am excited to continue into my second year here, specializing in Investigational Drugs and Research. The supportive network of preceptors and coresidents I have been able to develop here has made the challenges of residency life much easier and I can't wait to see what this year holds.

As I was researching PGY2 programs, my search focused on finding a program that would provide an environment to gain the skills to be a great IDS pharmacist. When I learned that Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist was starting the IDR residency, they instantly became a top choice. As a graduate of the pharmacy internship program, I experienced firsthand the level of research and number of onsite clinical trials at Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist. Going through the interview process, I found the IDS pharmacy team to be one of the most welcoming and supportive teams I have met. I am excited by the opportunity to grow with the team within the first year of this program and better define this residency for those who come after. Last, I am fully confident in the program’s ability and offering to develop my research and leadership skills, all while affording the networking opportunities needed to launch my career as an IDS pharmacist.