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PGY2 Cardiology Pharmacy Residency Program

Baylor St. Luke's Medical Center

Program Description

PGY2 pharmacy residency programs build on Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) education and PGY1 pharmacy residency programs to contribute to the development of clinical pharmacists in specialized areas of practice. PGY2 residencies provide residents with opportunities to function independently as practitioners by conceptualizing and integrating accumulated experience and knowledge and incorporating both into the provision of patient care or other advanced practice settings. Residents who successfully complete an accredited PGY2 pharmacy residency are prepared for advanced patient care, academic, or other specialized positions, along with board certification, if available.

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Program Highlights

The PGY2 Cardiology Pharmacy Residency program at Baylor St. Luke’s Medical Center was the first of its kind in Texas and has been ASHP-accredited since 2007. As part of CommonSpirit Health, Baylor St. Luke’s Medical Center is a 850-bed quaternary care hospital located within the world-renowned Texas Medical Center in Houston, TX. We are home to the Texas Heart Institute® (THI), where the first successful U.S. heart transplant (1968) and the first total artificial heart implant (1969) were performed. The Department of Pharmacy at Baylor St. Luke’s Medical Center is committed to providing high quality patient-centered care, guided by our mission and core values of compassion, inclusion, integrity, excellence, and collaboration.

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Welcome to Our PGY2 Cardiology Pharmacy Residency Program

Welcome, and thank you for your interest in our PGY2 Cardiology Pharmacy Residency Program!

Our program is committed to developing highly skilled, compassionate, and confident cardiology pharmacy specialists who are prepared to make a meaningful impact on the care of patients with a wide range of cardiovascular diseases.

Throughout the year, the PGY2 cardiology pharmacy resident will be immersed in a diverse and challenging practice environment where he or she will work alongside physicians, nurses, advanced practice providers, and other members of multidisciplinary cardiovascular teams. Through progressive clinical experiences, longitudinal learning, research and quality improvement opportunities, teaching, and mentorship, the resident will grow professionally and personally.

We believe the most successful residency experience is one in which residents are challenged while also supported. Our preceptors are dedicated to providing meaningful feedback, individualized mentorship, and opportunities for residents to develop their unique clinical interests and professional goals. We strive to create an environment where questions are welcomed, collaboration is valued, and residents are empowered to become independent practitioners and leaders in cardiology pharmacy.

A PGY2 year is an exciting and transformative step in a pharmacist’s career. While the year will undoubtedly challenge you, it will also provide opportunities to discover your strengths, expand your clinical expertise, and build relationships that will continue throughout your career.

We invite you to explore our program, learn about our clinical experiences and opportunities, and discover what makes our residency community special. We look forward to getting to know you and learning how our program can help you achieve your goals in cardiology pharmacy.

We hope you will consider joining our team!

Thomas Szymanski, PharmD, BCCP, BCCCP
PGY2 Cardiology Pharmacy - Residency Program Director

Learning Experiences

Residents 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.

Residents are required to work every third weekend and one major and one minor holiday in the Medical ICUs.

Required Learning Experiences

Core Rotations:

  • Orientation
  • Medical Cardiology I + II (Baylor Cardiology Consult service)
  • Cardiovascular Surgery - Red Team (CABG + valve service)
  • Cardiovascular Surgery - Green Team (aortic service)
  • Mechanical Circulatory Support/Advanced Heart Failure
  • Cardiac Care Unit I
  • Heart Transplant/LVAD
  • Research

Additional Learning Experiences

Elective Experience Options:

  • Benign Hematology
  • Medical ICU
  • Cardiac Care Unit II (at Houston Methodist Hospital)
  • Emergency Medicine
Longitudinal Learning Experiences:
Program Essentials
  • Protocol and policy development/modification
  • Administrative and management projects
  • 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 world's largest rodeo, the annual Houston Rodeo and Livestock Show!

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How to Apply

All applicants must apply through the Pharmacy Online Residency Centralized Application Service (PhORCAS) and participate in the ASHP Residency Match process.

  • Prerequisite: Successful completion of an ASHP-accredited PGY1 Residency Program
  • Application Deadline: January 5th
  • Formal interview (on-site or virtual)
  • Required application documents:
    • Curriculum vitae
    • Letter of intent
    • Three (3) letters of recommendation
    • Official copy of academic transcripts from college of pharmacy

Contact Information

Residency Program Director:
Thomas Szymanski, PharmD, BCCP, BCCCP
tom.szymanski@commonspirit.org

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