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Infectious Diseases Pharmacy Fellowship Program

Baylor St. Luke's Medical Center/University of Houston College of Pharmacy

Program Description

The Baylor St. Luke's Medical Center/University of Houston College of Pharmacy Infectious Diseases Pharmacy Fellowship combines infectious disease clinical practice and research in a two-year program.

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Program Highlights

Our two-year fellowship is uniquely structured to combine intensive clinical practice with robust research opportunities. As a fellow, your first year will focus heavily on clinical activities to establish a strong foundation, seamlessly transitioning into a research-focused second year where you will collaborate directly with expert faculty researchers from the University of Houston College of Pharmacy. An optional third year of research may be available for interested candidates. Research is conducted in collaboration with expert faculty researchers from the University of Houston College of Pharmacy.

A series of rotations designed to provide comprehensive learning experiences will be offered regarding advanced infectious disease pharmacotherapy issues. Experiences include, but are not limited to, pharmacokinetics/ pharmacodynamics, medical microbiology, antimicrobial stewardship, and infection control. Rotations with immunocompromised patients, critically ill patients, and general medicine patients are included.

The fellow is trained in healthcare informatics to support clinical decision making involved in optimizing clinical outcomes while minimizing unintended consequences of antimicrobial use. The fellow will be required to engage in teaching and preceptorship of students during selected rotations.

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Welcome Message from Program Director

Thank you for your interest in the Infectious Diseases Pharmacy Fellowship Program at Baylor St. Luke's Medical Center, offered in collaboration with the University of Houston College of Pharmacy. We are delighted that you are considering our program as a pivotal step in your professional journey.

We are committed to developing independent practitioners and leaders in the field of infectious diseases. Throughout your time with us, you will be challenged and supported by a dedicated team of preceptors who are invested in your clinical growth, research development, and personal mentorship. You will also have the opportunity to engage in the teaching and preceptorship of students, with an optional Certificate in Academia available to further enhance your professional skillset.

We invite you to explore our program, review our comprehensive learning experiences, and discover how our collaborative, high-acuity environment can help you achieve your career goals. We look forward to connecting with you during the upcoming recruitment and interview season.

Kady Phe, Pharm.D., BCIDP
Director, Infectious Diseases Pharmacy Fellowship

Learning Experiences

Fellows have the opportunity to engage in teaching and preceptorship of students and PGY1 residents during selected rotations. An optional certificate in academia is offered through the University of Houston.

Fellows are required to work every third weekend and one major and one minor holiday.

Required Learning Experiences

Orientation, clinical microbiology, antimicrobial stewardship I & II, general ID consult, ICU ID consult , solid organ transplant ID consult, research; off-site experiences may be offered based on availability

Additional Learning Experiences

Elective Experience Options (based on availability):

  • Community antimicrobial stewardship (off-site)
  • Immunocompromised/hematology-oncology ID consult (off-site)
Longitudinal Learning Experiences:
Program Essentials
  • Protocol and policy development/modification
  • Completion of major and best practice improvement research projects
  • Participation in on-call activities and formal presentations
  • Committee involvement including national, division and local participation

Training Locations

Non-profit, quaternary care, adult academic medical center licensed for 850 beds; 44 operating rooms; 164 critical care beds

Residency Programs at BSLMC:

PGY1 Pharmacy Practice Residency (4 positions)
PGY2 Cardiology Pharmacy Practice Residency (1 position)
PGY2 Solid Organ Transplant Pharmacy Practice Residency (2 positions)
PGY2 Critical Care Pharmacy Practice Residency (2 positions)
Infectious Diseases Fellowship (2 positions)

Collaborative Partnerships:

Baylor College of Medicine
University of Houston College of Pharmacy
University of Texas - Austin College of Pharmacy
Texas Southern University College of Pharmacy
Texas A&M University College of Pharmacy

Compensation & Benefits

Salary

$62,088/year with full time benefits

Health & Wellness

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance

Time Away & Flexibility

19 Vacation Days
4 Personal Days

Financial & Retirement

Employer matched retirement

Professional Benefits & Perks

Professional meeting/travel reimbursement (SCCM)
No state income tax
Wellness programs
BLS and ACLS Certification

Our Community

Houston is the fourth largest city and one of the most diverse metropolitan areas in the country. Known for its world-class healthcare systems and vibrant cultural scene, Houston provides an ideal environment for both professional growth and personal fulfillment. Besides healthcare innovation, Houston is known for cultural diversity, expansive food scene, NASA’s Johnson Space Center, museums, parks, professional sports entertainment and the annual Houston Rodeo!

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How to Apply

The following documents are necessary to be submitted to the Program Director as part of a complete application for the Infectious Diseases Pharmacy Fellowship. The deadline for application is January 4 of each year. Please note: Completion of an ASHP-accredited PGY1 Residency is required for the fellowship.

  • Cover Letter
    Please provide a cover letter for your application materials which addresses the following items:
    • Short and long-term career goals
    • Thoughts on how an Infectious Diseases Fellowship will help you to achieve these goals
    • Why you feel that an ID fellowship is now the best career path for you
    • Any information about yourself and your candidacy which may not be apparent on other documents
  • CV or Resume
  • Most recent College of Pharmacy and/or Graduate School transcript(s)
    This is waived if you are more than five years' post-graduation. The transcript can be an unofficial copy.
  • Letters of Recommendation
    Three letters of recommendation are required, preferably from clinical preceptors during residency. No set format is required for the letters, but they need to address your potential for success in the fellowship program.
  • Passport-size photo.
    An on-site interview is considered very important and is required for a complete application. The interview is normally a full day and will require a 20-minute presentation on an infectious diseases topic of your choice to a group of clinical pharmacists and University of Houston ID faculty.

Contact Information

Residency Program Director:
Kady Phe, PharmD, BCIDP
kady.phe@commonspirit.org

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