Current Pharmacy Residents

Pharmacy Residents 2023-24
 Current Pharmacy Residents | 2023-24
Front Row: Jennifer Liriano-Suarez, Breanne Wofford, Micaela Seazzu, Heather Wallhauser, Kaitlyn Phillips, Taylor Law, Hannah Holbert
Back Row: Cami Andreini, Luke Hentrich , Morgan Knight , Matthew Zakhari, Erin Anderson, Lindsey Pitt, Abby Cowan, Courtney Storey
 

PGY2 Pharmacy Residents

 

Erin Anderson PGY2

Erin Anderson, PharmD, BCPS
PGY2 Internal Medicine Pharmacy Resident

Dr. Anderson grew up in Knoxville, TN. She obtained a Bachelor of Science in Pre-Pharmacy from University of Tennessee Knoxville and attended the University of Tennessee Health Science Center College of Pharmacy where she received a Bachelor of Science in Pharmaceutical Sciences and a Doctor of Pharmacy degree. Her research project is entitled “Evaluating the Effects of Opiate Administration on Clostridioides difficile Infection”. In the future, she hopes to work as an internal medicine pharmacist where she can teach and precept student pharmacists. Outside of pharmacy, she enjoys hiking around East Tennessee, traveling to National Parks, and going on adventures with her dogs. She chose UT Medical Center because of the relationships she formed with residents and preceptors and all the learning opportunities available.

 

 

Luke Hentrich

Luke Hentrich, PharmD, BCPS
PGY2 Pharmacotherapy Pharmacy Resident

Dr. Hentrich is originally from Herrin, IL. He graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Sciences from Auburn University and a Doctor of Pharmacy degree from the Auburn University Harrison College of Pharmacy. His research is entitled “Smoking Cessation Pharmacotherapy: Predictors of Successful Prescription in a Hospitalized Patient Population.” Practice interests of Dr. Hentrich’s include Family Medicine, Critical Care, and Interdisciplinary Education. In his free time, he enjoys exploring the local restaurant scene with his pharmacy and physician friends and drinking caffeine at all hours of the day. He chose the Pharmacotherapy Residency at UT Medical Center for the opportunity to build rapport with an amazing medical staff and provide education on therapeutics to current and future healthcare providers.

 

 

Taylor Law PGY2

Taylor Law, PharmD
PGY2 Critical Care Pharmacy Resident

Dr. Law grew up in Wapakoneta, Ohio. She obtained her Bachelor of Science in Pharmaceutical Sciences from The Ohio State University and stayed for another four years at The Ohio State University College of Pharmacy where she received her Doctor of Pharmacy degree. Her clinical interests include medical critical care and antimicrobial stewardship. Her research project is entitled “Phenobarbital vs. Symptom-Triggered Benzodiazepines for Alcohol Withdrawal Syndrome in the Trauma Surgical ICU.” In the future, she hopes to work as a medical critical care pharmacist in a position where she can precept and participate in research. Outside of pharmacy, she enjoys exploring Knoxville and trying new breweries with her co-residents. She is also passionate about staying active and enjoys biking and weightlifting. Of course, she also enjoys obnoxiously cheering on the Buckeyes! After completion of her PGY1 residency at ProMedica Toledo Hospital in Toledo, OH, she chose to pursue a PGY2 residency in Critical Care at UT Medical center due to the progressive pharmacy model, experienced and kind preceptors, and the plethora of learning experiences within multiple intensive care settings housed within the medical center.

 

Kaitlyn Phillips PGY2

Kaitlyn Phillips, PharmD
PGY2 Ambulatory Care Pharmacy Resident

Dr. Phillips is from Erwin, Tennessee. She attended the University of Tennessee, Knoxville for her undergraduate studies and is a proud alumna of East Tennessee State University Bill Gatton College of Pharmacy. She completed the outpatient-focused PGY1 Pharmacy Residency at the University of South Carolina—Tandem Health before coming back home to UT. Her clinical interests include both type 1 and type 2 diabetes mellitus, cardiometabolic risk reduction, and academia. Her research project is entitled “Evaluation of Lipid Management in Very High-Risk Patients of an Outpatient Cardiology Practice”. Her career goals include a faculty position at a college of pharmacy or medical residency program with a clinical practice site in the primary care setting. Outside of work, she and her fiancé have a little dog named Ruth. Dr. Phillips is a VFL and has converted her fiancé to be one as well—you can catch them in Neyland Stadium for every home game this fall! She chose to pursue residency at UT Medical Center for the extensive array of unique rotations, the caliber of medical excellence, and the inclusive culture surrounding pharmacists here.

 

Lindsey Pitt PGY2

Lindsey M. Pitt, PharmD
PGY2 Ambulatory Care Pharmacy Resident

Dr. Pitt grew up in Athens, Alabama. She obtained her Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Sciences from Auburn University and attended Auburn University Harrison College of Pharmacy where she received her Doctor of Pharmacy degree. Her clinical interests include primary care, population health, and outpatient HIV management. Her research project is entitled, “Impact of Pharmacist Involvement in the Transitions of Care Process at an Academic Medical Center”. In the future, she hopes to work as an ambulatory care pharmacist in a position where she can positively impact patients and precept student pharmacists. Outside of pharmacy, she and her husband have two cats, brothers Ollie and Louis, who were born on their wedding day. After completion of her PGY1 residency at DCH Regional Medical Center in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, she chose to pursue a PGY2 residency in Ambulatory Care at UT Medical Center due to the extensive rotation opportunities to work collaboratively with physicians in many different specialties.

 

Cortney Storey PGY2

Cortney Storey, PharmD, MBA
PGY2 Critical Care Pharmacy Resident

Dr. Storey grew up in Fayetteville, Tennessee. She obtained her Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from Presbyterian College in Clinton, SC and attended The University of Tennessee Health Science Center College of Pharmacy where she received her Bachelor of Science in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Master of Business Administration, and Doctor of Pharmacy degrees. Her clinical interests include critical care medicine, cardiovascular critical care, and emergency medicine. Her research project is entitled “Efficacy of Clonidine to Transition from Dexmedetomidine in Trauma-Surgical ICU patients”. In the future, she hopes to work as a critical care pharmacist and preceptor where she can practice and teach. Outside of pharmacy, she enjoys staying active and enjoying the outdoors camping or surfing at the lake with her family. She also enjoys cheering on the Vols year-round. She chose to pursue a PGY2 Critical Care Residency at UT Medical Center because of the vast critical care experiences offered and the opportunities to participate in interdisciplinary collaboration daily.

 

Matthew Zakhari

Matthew Zakhari, PharmD
PGY2 Oncology Pharmacy Resident

Dr. Zakhari grew up in Brentwood, Tennessee. He was enrolled in the Early Assurance pharmacy pathway at Belmont University and obtained his Doctor of Pharmacy degree from the Belmont University College of Pharmacy in Nashville, TN. His clinical interests include inpatient hematology/oncology, bone marrow transplant, and cellular therapy as well as academia. His research project is entitled “Clinical Impact of Proton-Pump Inhibitor Therapy in Combination with Certain Tyrosine Kinase Inhibitors in Adult Patients with Chronic Myeloid Leukemia”. In the future, he hopes to work as a hybrid inpatient/outpatient bone marrow transplant pharmacist at a medium-sized academic medical center when he can also teach a few lectures at a local pharmacy school. Outside of pharmacy, he is a huge fan of the New York Jets and the Vols of course! In his free time, he also enjoys watching documentaries, especially ones that focus on the Cold War and the Space Race. He chose to pursue a PGY2 residency in oncology at UT Medical Center due to the growing oncology service lines, progressive pharmacy practice, and the wonderful preceptors who have a genuine interest in his success.

 

 

PGY1 Pharmacy Residents

 

Cami Andreini PG1

Cami Andreini, PharmD
PGY1 Pharmacy Resident

Dr. Andreini grew up in Cary, North Carolina. After receiving her Bachelor of Science in Chemistry at Towson University in Towson, MD, she moved back to North Carolina to complete her Doctor of Pharmacy at the University of North Carolina Eshelman School of Pharmacy. Her clinical interests include oncology and ambulatory care. Her research project is entitled “Evaluation of Thrombocytopenia Associated with Epoprostenol Therapy.” Dr. Andreini hopes to pursue a career as a clinical pharmacist in an outpatient setting where she can work one-on-one with cancer patients to optimize their care. She chose to pursue residency at UT Medical Center due to the strong sense of community and support she felt among the pharmacy department staff. She was also drawn to UTMC’s integrated, decentralized pharmacy practice model and the opportunity to work closely with an interdisciplinary team. Outside of pharmacy, she enjoys trying new restaurants around town, staying physically active, traveling, and spending time with friends and family.

 

Abby Cowan

Abby Cowan, PharmD, MSPH
PGY1 Pharmacy Resident

Dr. Cowan grew up in Ernul, NC, a small rural community located near Greenville, NC. She attended Campbell University College of Pharmacy & Health Sciences where she received her Doctor of Pharmacy and Master of Science in Public Health degrees. Her clinical interests include internal medicine, cardiology, and solid organ transplant. Her research project is entitled “Acute Pain Management in Patients Taking Buprenorphine for Opioid Use Disorder.” In the future, she hopes to work as a clinical inpatient pharmacist at an academic medical center and be actively involved in precepting and research. Outside of pharmacy, she has a chocolate Labrador Retriever named Maddox and is excited to explore all of the pet friendly outdoor activities Knoxville has to offer. Outside of this, she enjoys completing DIY projects and spending time with her co-residents. She chose to pursue residency at UT Medical Center due to the customizable rotation schedule, supportive environment, and the integration of pharmacists into patient care.

 

Hannah Holbert PGY1

Hannah Holbert, PharmD, MPH
PGY1 Pharmacotherapy Resident

Dr. Holbert, a Knoxville native, obtained her Bachelor of Science in Health and Human Sciences from the University of Tennessee Knoxville. She then attended pharmacy school at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center College of Pharmacy, where she received her Bachelor of Science in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Master of Public Health, Doctor of Pharmacy, and the Viatris Excellence in Pharmacy Award. Dr. Holbert’s clinical interests include cardiology, family medicine, and academia. Her research project is entitled, “Empiric Fluoroquinolone Therapy in Urinary Tract Infections Caused by Resistant Pathogens.” With a passion for teaching, she hopes to work as a clinical pharmacist with opportunities to precept and teach students in the future. Outside of pharmacy, Dr. Holbert enjoys spending time with family and her two dogs, Mabel and Lhotse. She also enjoys cheering on the Tennessee Volunteers and playing trivia at local restaurants with friends. She chose to pursue the Pharmacotherapy residency at UT Medical Center due to the program’s numerous teaching opportunities, unique pharmacy practice model, and prioritization of interdisciplinary collaboration to optimize patient care.

 

Morgan Knight PGY1

J. Morgan Knight, PharmD, MHIIM
PGY1 Pharmacy Resident

Dr. Knight was born and raised in Knoxville, Tennessee. He completed his Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry from the University of Tennessee Knoxville and his post-graduate education from the University of Tennessee Health Science Center College of Pharmacy, obtaining a dual PharmD and Master’s in Health Informatics. He chose to pursue residency at UT Medical Center for various reasons but primarily because of the people. Our department is full of individuals committed to the resident’s development that will help him achieve his professional goals. His research project is entitled "Evaluation of Vasopressin Response in Obese and Non-Obese Adult Patients with Septic Shock." For fun, you will most likely find Dr. Knight in Neyland Stadium during the fall, Thompson-Boling Arena during the winter, and Lindsey-Nelson during the spring. He could spend hours talking to you about UT athletics and is actively attempting to convert all his co-residents into Vols fans.

 

Jennifer Liriano-Suarez PGY1

Jennifer Liriano-Suarez, PharmD
PGY1 Pharmacy Resident

Dr. Liriano-Suarez was born and raised in Carolina, Puerto Rico. She obtained a Bachelor of Science in Biology from the University of Puerto Rico Rio Piedras Campus and completed her Doctor of Pharmacy degree at Virginia Commonwealth University School of Pharmacy. Her clinical interests include ambulatory care, internal medicine, and cardiology. In the future, she hopes to work within an interdisciplinary team while precepting students. Her research project is entitled “Evaluation of Risk of Serotonin Syndrome with Linezolid and Concomitant Serotonergic Agents in Hospitalized Patients.” Jennifer chose to pursue residency at UT Medical Center due to the wide variety of rotations and the supportive environment provided by the preceptors that was obvious during her interview. When she is not at the hospital, you can find her at the gym, trying different ice cream and pizza places, traveling, or baking.

 

Micaela Seazzu PGY1

Micaela E Seazzu, PharmD
PGY1 Pharmacy Resident

Dr. Seazzu grew up in Albuquerque, New Mexico. She obtained a Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry from Calvin College in Grand Rapids, Michigan, and a Doctor of Pharmacy from the University of New Mexico College of Pharmacy. Her clinical interests include psychiatry, neurology, and infectious disease. Her research project is entitled “The Impact of Social Determinants of Health on Opioid Usage and Outcomes.” In the future, she hopes to obtain board certification and work as a behavioral health pharmacist clinician within a dual clinic/inpatient setting. In this role, she hopes to bridge the gap in care for behavioral health patients who do not have access to their primary care provider or psychiatric providers to provide comprehensive medication management as part of the multi-disciplinary medical team. Outside of pharmacy, she and her husband enjoy maintaining an active lifestyle, hiking outdoors, hanging out with their dogs, Aspen and Sarge, and trying new restaurants. She enjoys surfing and going to Avalanche hockey games. She chose to pursue a residency at UT Medical Center to build a robust clinical knowledge set, the vast rotation options, and the encouraging preceptor support.

 

Heather Wallhauser PGY1

Heather Wallhauser, PharmD
PGY1 Pharmacy Resident

Dr. Wallhauser grew up in Jasper, Indiana. She obtained her Doctor of Pharmacy degree from Butler University College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences. Her research project is entitled, “Hyperglycemia Occurrence in Enterally Fed Ischemic Stroke Patients.” Her goal is to become a clinical pharmacy specialist at an academic medical center with a close tie to a college of pharmacy, where she will have the ability to teach and precept students. Outside of the hospital, she enjoys camping, hiking, and spending time with her family. She and her three sisters always have way too much fun at their staple camping spot, Lake Rudolph Campground in Santa Claus, Indiana. She chose to pursue residency at UT Medical Center due to the extensive opportunities to teach and precept students, the close-knit feel of the pharmacy department, and the preceptors’ dedication to her growth and learning.

 

Breanne Wofford PGY1

Breanne R. Wofford, PharmD
PGY1 Pharmacy Resident

Dr. Wofford grew up in Dayton, TN. She obtained her Bachelor of Science in Food Science from the University of Tennessee at Knoxville and attended the University of Tennessee Health Science Center College of Pharmacy where she received her Bachelor of Science in Pharmaceutical Sciences and Doctor of Pharmacy degrees. Her clinical interests include specialty pharmacy and ambulatory care. Her research project is entitled “Evaluation of Warfarin Loading Doses versus Resumption of Maintenance Therapy Following Interruption of Warfarin Therapy”. In the future, she hopes to work as an ambulatory care pharmacist within a specialty clinic. In this role she hopes to assist providers in the management of complex specialty medications and support patients to improve outcomes and accessibility. Outside of pharmacy, she and her husband enjoy being outdoors, going fly fishing, and baking. She enjoys going home to her parents’ family farm and spending time with her baby niece, Laurel. She also loves to cheer on the Vols! She chose to pursue residency at UT Medical Center due to the warm learning environment and extensive rotation opportunities.