Meet Our Residents

PGY1/PGY2 Health System Pharmacy Administration and Leadership Residency

Brias Watson Undergrad: University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, AR PharmD: University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Little Rock, AR PGY1 Pharmacy Residency: Parkland Health, Dallas, TX Career Interests: Emergency Medicine, LGBTQ+ inclusive healthcare, Medication Safety, Pharmacy Procurement, Operations and Pharmacy Technology Professional Goals: My short-term goals include completing a PGY1/PGY2 HSPAL residency, obtaining an MBA, strengthening my management skills and giving back to my profession by gaining experience precepting pharmacy students and staying involved with ASHP. Long term, my goals are to seek board certification and become a pharmacy director at an academic medical center. Personal Interests and Hobbies: I enjoy gardening (both indoors and outdoors), hiking, traveling, trying new foods, planning gatherings with family and friends, and skydiving (I hope to obtain a Skydiving license one day.) Why did you choose Parkland? There are numerous reasons I chose Parkland, including the vast diversity in rotations offered, the large number of co-residents, as well as the opportunity to obtain a teaching certificate. However, what stands out to me the most is the culture. I also wanted to work for an institution that gave back to the community. Parkland has numerous outreach programs including Homeless Outreach Medical Services (HOMES) and correctional health services that directly benefit the Dallas County community. Finally, the incredible pharmacists at Parkland made me feel right at home throughout the interview process. Parkland has a long history of serving Dallas County and I am incredibly excited to be a part of that legacy.

PGY1 Pharmacy Residency

	Onyinyechi Iwuchukwu Undergrad: University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA, Bachelor of Science in Biology PharmD: University of Texas at Austin College of Pharmacy Career Interests: Ambulatory Care with a focus on long-term conditions such as hypertension, diabetes, and hyperlipidemia Professional Goals: My short-term goal is to complete a PGY1 and then a PGY2 in Ambulatory Care while precepting students along the way. Long term I would like to become board-certified in diabetes management and other interests such as pain management and then work as a clinical pharmacist in an outpatient setting. Personal Interests and Hobbies: I love going to the movies, binge-watching anime, reading fantasy and mystery books, doing outdoor activities like biking, and grabbing boba with family or friends. Why did you choose Parkland? I chose Parkland because of the variety of clinic experiences as well as the opportunity to work in a high acuity environment that would make me a well-rounded pharmacist. After speaking with preceptors, I knew it would provide a challenging yet very supportive environment that would help me in achieving my goals. Lastly, I wanted to be part of a team that focused on helping the underserved in the community receive care.
	Nadine Natsheh Undergrad: The University of Ontario Institute of Technology, Oshawa, Ontario, Canada; Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences PharmD: The University of Texas at Tyler Fisch College of Pharmacy, Tyler, TX Career Interests: Emergency Medicine & Critical Care Professional Goals: My short-term goals include building on my foundational knowledge, developing my critical thinking skills throughout PGY1, and pursuing a PGY2 in one of my areas of interest. Long term, I would like to become a board-certified clinical pharmacist, practice clinically at a teaching hospital, precept students, and lecture at a college of pharmacy. Personal Interests and Hobbies: I absolutely love to shop, explore new restaurants, go on nature walks, bake cheesecakes, create charcuterie boards, watch the sunset, and spend time with my family and friends! Why did you choose Parkland? I chose Parkland because of the exceptional opportunity to work with an underserved patient population that will enhance my critical thinking skills as I navigate through the diverse patient specific factors to consider when making medication related recommendations. Additionally, Parkland is a level 1 trauma center that offers a unique range of specialty rotations such as HIV/HOMES, burn surgery, and jail health that will provide me with a well-rounded experience. Parkland’s reputation as a leading teaching facility coupled with its nurturing culture has truly provided me with the confidence that training here will equip me with the essential skills I need to thrive as a competent clinician, capable of excelling in diverse healthcare settings.
	Jennifer Bao Tran Undergrad: University of Louisiana at Lafayette in Lafayette, Louisiana PharmD: University of Texas at Austin College of Pharmacy in Austin, TX Career Interests: Ambulatory care, teaching and mentoring Professional Goals: Short-term, my goals are to take in the opportunities as a PGY1 resident to become a resourceful pharmacist, learn from those around me, and strengthen my area of practice to pursue a PGY2. I love collaborating with others, and I look forward to working with an inter-professional team to serve my patients. Long-term, I would love to be a board-certified clinical pharmacist working on a team to serve the underserved population, serve as a preceptor/mentor, and participate in a regional or national pharmacy organization/work with the local College of Pharmacy. I would also like to volunteer as a pharmacist at youth camps, working with kids with healthcare needs. Personal Interests and Hobbies: I grew up in a family-owned restaurant, so I absolutely love to try new restaurants! I like exploring (either traveling or trying new hobbies), reading, binging a good show, and spending quality time with my friends and family. Why did you choose Parkland? I chose this residency program for its ample opportunities and unique rotations. After learning more about the culture, values, and diverse populations served, I knew that Parkland was the right program to challenge and train me to become a well-rounded pharmacist.
	Samantha Whitcomb Undergrad: University of Iowa, Iowa City, IA; Major: Pre-Pharmacy PharmD: University of Iowa College of Pharmacy, Iowa City, IA Career Interests: Ambulatory Care and Cardiology Professional Goals: My professional short-term goals include completing a PGY1 residency and further advancing my skills to be a well-rounded pharmacist. My professional long-term goals include obtaining board certification in my practice area of interest and practicing as a clinical pharmacist while precepting students and residents. Personal Interests and Hobbies: I love exploring new restaurants, live music, and traveling. Day to day, I enjoy staying active and listening to podcasts. Why did you choose Parkland? I chose Parkland because it is a large teaching institution that will allow me to further advance my knowledge as a pharmacist while also caring for a diverse population of patients. Parkland provides a wide array of unique learning opportunities that allows residents to have an optimal learning experience. I admire the culture that exists at Parkland and know that this is a team that I want to be a part of!
	Alexis Zamora Undergrad: Baylor University, Waco, TX PharmD: University of North Texas Health Science Center at Fort Worth, TX Career Interests: Ambulatory care and mentoring Professional Goals: My short-term goal is to complete a PGY1, where I aim to enhance my clinical knowledge, cultivate confidence in my abilities, gain experience as a preceptor, and pursue a PGY2 program in my field of interest. Looking ahead, my long-term goal is to attain board certification, work as a clinical specialist, and contribute to the professional growth of future generations by engaging in student precepting. Personal Interests and Hobbies: I love to travel, explore the DFW area for new coffee shops and restaurants, work out, and spend time with my family and friends! Why did you choose Parkland? I selected Parkland for its dedication to serving a highly diverse and underserved patient population and the unique clinical opportunities in my areas of interest. Additionally, Parkland’s Values resonate deeply with my own, allowing my passions for collaboration and patient-centered care to propel my career.

PGY2 Ambulatory Care Pharmacy Residency

Angela Augustino Undergrad: University of Texas at Austin; BSA in Human Development and Family Sciences PharmD: University of Texas at Austin College of Pharmacy PGY1 Pharmacy Residency: Parkland Health, Dallas, TX Career Interests: Ambulatory care Professional Goals: My goals are to become board certified and ultimately work in a clinical role while precepting learners. Personal Interests and Hobbies: I like trying new restaurants, being outdoors, and spending time with family and friends. Why did you choose Parkland? I chose Parkland because Parkland serves a diverse patient population and offers many unique and extensive clinical opportunities. I also really admired the commitment to patient safety and quality patient care. After my interview, I knew that this was a healthcare system that I wanted to be a part of.

PGY2 Psychiatric Pharmacy Residency

Mimi Nguyen Undergrad: University of Virginia; Charlottesville, VA; B.A. in Psychology, B.A. in Biology PharmD: University of North Carolina Eshelman School of Pharmacy; Chapel Hill, NC PGY1 Pharmacy Residency: Inova Mount Vernon Hospital; Alexandria, VA Career Interests: Substance use disorders, neurology, med-psych Professional Goals: Obtain BCPP certification upon completion of PGY2 pharmacy residency, work as clinical psychiatric pharmacist in setting that emphasizes providing comprehensive patient care, and advocate for mental health awareness. Personal Interests and Hobbies: Spending time with family and friends, cooking, trying new cafes and restaurants, traveling, and journaling. Why did you choose Parkland? I chose Parkland because of the availability of diverse clinical rotations and learning experiences in psychiatric pharmacy, as well the opportunity to provide care to many patient populations in a variety of different practice settings.

PGY2 Infectious Diseases Pharmacy Residency

Emily Funderburk Undergrad: The University of Texas at Austin, Degree: Nutritional Sciences PharmD: University of Texas at Austin College of Pharmacy PGY1 Pharmacy Residency: Parkland Health, Dallas, TX Career Interests: Infectious disease Professional Goals: Short term, I aim to complete my PGY2 residency and becoming BCIDP certified. After residency, I hope to find a job as an infectious disease pharmacy specialist at a hospital or clinic where I will have amble opportunities to precept students, interact with other infectious disease professionals, and enact positive change within my institution. Personal Interests and Hobbies: My favorite thing to do in my free time is host get-togethers with friends and family - whether that be dinner parties, game nights, or birthdays! I also enjoy trying out new recipes and exploring new restaurants. Why did you choose Parkland? I chose Parkland for the opportunity to care for a high acuity and underserved patient population. At Parkland, there is something new to learn every day and there are plenty of opportunities for pharmacist intervention.