Dr. Garrett Crawford is originally from Annapolis, Maryland. He earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Biological Sciences from Virginia Tech and went on to earn his Doctor of Pharmacy degree from University of Maryland School of Pharmacy. Dr. Crawford’s professional interest is in infectious diseases. Upon completion of his PGY-1 Pharmacy Residency, Dr. Crawford plans to pursue specialty residency training. His long-term career goal is to practice as a board-certified clinical specialist at an academic medical center, where he will have the opportunity to participate in research and precept pharmacy students and residents. In his spare time, he enjoys trying new restaurants, boating, traveling, taking long city walks, and spending time with family and friends. Dr. Crawford would like to thank his family, friends, and mentors for their continued support and encouragement.

Dr. Katalin Gosling is originally from Chatham, New Jersey. She earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Biology and Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology from Bucknell University, followed by her Doctor of Pharmacy degree from the University of New England School of Pharmacy. Dr. Gosling’s professional interests include critical care and infectious diseases. Upon completion of her PGY-1 Pharmacy Residency, she plans to pursue specialty residency training. Her ultimate career goals include practicing as a board-certified clinical specialist at an academic medical center with opportunities to precept residents and students. Outside of pharmacy, Dr. Gosling is passionate about the sport of CrossFit and living a healthy lifestyle, and enjoys spending time with her French Bulldog, Riley. Dr. Gosling would like to sincerely thank her family, friends, and mentors for their continued support and encouragement.

Dr. Kara Kassekert is originally from Lino Lakes, Minnesota. She earned her Doctor of Pharmacy degree from the University of North Carolina Eshelman School of Pharmacy. Dr. Kassekert’s professional interests include emergency medicine, critical care, and pediatrics. Upon completion of her PGY-1 Pharmacy Residency, she plans to pursue specialty residency training. Her ultimate career goals include practicing as a board-certified clinical specialist at an academic medical center with opportunities to precept residents and students. In her free time, she enjoys being outdoors, exploring new restaurants, and spending time with family, friends, and her dog, Albie. Dr. Kassekert would like to thank her family, friends, and mentors for their never-ending love, support, and guidance.

Dr. Ann McArn is originally from Bay Village, Ohio. She earned her Doctor of Pharmacy degree from Ohio Northern University, Raabe College of Pharmacy. Dr. McArn’s interests include pediatrics and oncology. Upon completion of her PGY-1 Pharmacy Residency, she plans to pursue specialty residency training. Ultimately, her goal is to practice as a board-certified clinical specialist at an academic medical center. Dr. McArn hopes to be a preceptor in the future and train her dog as a therapy dog. In her free time, she enjoys running, baking, and spending time outside. Dr. McArn would like to thank her family and mentors for their endless support and guidance as she continues through her pharmacy career.

Dr. Shannon Purcell is originally from Elkhart, Indiana. She earned her Doctor of Pharmacy degree from Purdue University College of Pharmacy. Dr. Purcell’s professional interests include oncology, transitions of care and medication safety. Upon completion of her PGY-1 Pharmacy Residency, Dr. Purcell plans to pursue specialty residency training. Her goal is to ultimately practice as a board-certified clinical specialist at an academic medical center where she will have ample opportunities to precept pharmacy residents and students. In her free time, she enjoys hiking, exploring the east coast, and spending time with friends and family. Dr. Purcell would like to thank her family, friends, mentors, and dogs for their endless encouragement and support.

Dr. Michelle Ann Wasan originally grew up in the Philippines before moving to Renton, WA ten years ago. She earned her Doctor of Pharmacy degree from the University of Minnesota School of Pharmacy. Dr. Wasan’s professional interests include oncology, pediatrics, and infectious disease. Upon completion of her PGY-1 Pharmacy Residency, Dr. Wasan plans to pursue a specialized residency program. Her long-term career goals include practicing as a board-certified clinical pharmacist in an academic medical center, where she will have the opportunity to teach and precept students and residents. In her spare time, Dr. Wasan enjoys spending time with her family and friends, reading, watching movies and dramas, traveling, and overall exploring new things. Dr. Wasan would like to thank her family, boyfriend, friends, and mentors for their continuous love, support, guidance, and encouragement.

Dr. Blair Yesko is originally from Berlin, MD. She earned her Doctor of Pharmacy degree from the University of Maryland Eastern Shore School of Pharmacy. Dr. Yesko’s professional interests include cardiology, internal medicine, and transplant. Upon completion of her PGY-1 Pharmacy Residency, Dr. Yesko plans to pursue specialty residency training. Ultimately, she would like to practice as a board-certified clinical specialist at an academic medical center where she will have opportunities to precept students and residents. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her family and friends, reading, and watching lacrosse or basketball. Dr. Yesko would like to thank her family, friends, and mentors for their continued guidance and support.

Dr. Josh Zhang is originally from Columbus, Ohio. He earned his Doctor of Pharmacy degree from Virginia Commonwealth University School of Pharmacy. Dr. Zhang’s professional interests include oncology, solid organ transplant, and critical care. Upon completion of his PGY-1 Pharmacy Residency, Dr. Zhang plans to pursue specialty residency training. His career goals include practicing as a board-certified clinical specialist at an academic medical center while precepting students and residents. In his free time, Dr. Zhang enjoys binge watching Netflix, exploring Baltimore with friends, and chasing his adorable cats Thor and Loki around the apartment. Dr. Zhang would like to thank his family, friends, and mentors for their continued support, guidance, and encouragement.

Dr. Erin Ballentine is from Frederick, Maryland. She earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Pharmaceutical Sciences from Cedarville University.  After completion of her BSPS, Erin remained at Cedarville University to earn her Masters of Business Administration concentrated in Healthcare Administration and her Doctor of Pharmacy degree.  Erin is in her first year of the two-year Health System Pharmacy Administration and Leadership Residency, which includes completing a Master of Science degree in Health Care Management at the Johns Hopkins Carey Business School.  Her professional interests include enhancing the quality and safety of patient care, pharmacy practice advancement, and clinical leadership and management. In her spare time, she enjoys running, watching football (go Steelers!), and spending time with her husband and three cats. Dr Ballentine would like to thank her family, friends, and mentors for their constant support and encouragement.

Dr. E. Alexandra Barany is originally from Toronto, Ontario. She earned her Doctor of Pharmacy Degree from the University of Toronto School of Pharmacy and is in her first year of the two-year Health-System Pharmacy Administration and Leadership Residency, which includes completing a Master of Business Administration degree in Health Care Management at the Johns Hopkins Carey Business School. Her professional interests include pharmacy practice advancement, systems-level quality improvement, interprofessional collaborative practice, team science, and leadership development. She currently serves on the American Society of Health-System Pharmacists Section of Pharmacy Practice Leaders on the Strategy and Industry Disrupters Advisory Group. In her spare time, Dr. Barany enjoys racing triathlons and learning how to cook new recipes. Dr. Barany would like to thank her family, friends, and mentors for their tireless support, guidance, and love.

Dr. Michelle Azar is originally from Livonia, Michigan. She earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Biomolecular Sciences from the University of Michigan, followed by her Doctor of Pharmacy degree from the University of Michigan College of Pharmacy. Dr. Azar is in her second year of the two-year Health System Pharmacy Administration and Leadership Residency, which includes completing a Master of Business Administration degree in Health Care Management at the Johns Hopkins Carey Business School. Her professional interests include enhancing the quality and safety of patient care, pharmacy practice advancement, data analytics, informatics, and leadership and management. She currently serves on the American Society of Health-System Pharmacists (ASHP) Section of Pharmacy Practice Leaders Advisory Group on Multi-Hospital Pharmacy Executives Committee and on the Vizient Community Pharmacy Business of Pharmacy Enterprise Committee Meeting (BPE) committee. In her spare time, she enjoys outdoor adventures, cooking, reading, and traveling to new cities. Dr. Azar would like to thank her family, friends, and mentors for their endless support and guidance.

Dr. Matthew Broadwater is originally from Baltimore, Maryland. He earned his Doctor of Pharmacy Degree from the University of North Carolina Eshelman School of Pharmacy. Dr. Broadwater is in his second year of the two-year Health-System Pharmacy Administration and Leadership Residency, which includes completing a Master of Business Administration degree in Health Care Management at the Johns Hopkins Carey Business School. His professional interests include clinical pharmacy management, supply chain management, leadership development, and pharmacy practice advancement. In his spare time, he enjoys playing sports (mostly soccer), watching movies, exploring Baltimore’s restaurant scene, traveling, and spending time with friends. Dr. Broadwater would like to sincerely thank his various mentors for their dedication and guidance, and his family and friends for their constant love and support.

Dr. Brian Tran is originally from Atlanta, Georgia and is a double dawg, graduating from the University of Georgia with his Bachelor of Science in Biology in 2019 and Doctor of Pharmacy in 2021. He then went on to complete his PGY-1 pharmacy residency at Emory Decatur Hospital in Decatur, Georgia. Dr. Tran’s clinical interests include preventative cardiology, primary care in HIV, internal medicine, and specialty pharmacy. His research interest is cardiovascular disease in patients living with HIV. Upon completion of his PGY-2, he plans to become board certified in ambulatory care and practice at an academic medical center with opportunities to precept and mentor pharmacy learners. In his free time, he enjoys working out, finding new coffee shops, and playing video and trading card games. Dr. Tran would like to sincerely thank his family, friends, and mentors for their continued support and encouragement.

Dr. Katharine Russo is originally from Freehold, NJ. She earned her Doctor of Pharmacy degree from St. John’s University College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences in Queens, NY. She then went on to complete her PGY-1 Pharmacy Residency at Pennsylvania Hospital in Philadelphia, PA. Dr. Russo’s professional interests include diabetes management, internal medicine, patient education, and transitions of care. Upon completion of her PGY-2, Dr. Russo plans to practice as a board-certified ambulatory care pharmacist at a large academic medical center with opportunities for a faculty position and precepting pharmacy students and residents. In her free time, she enjoys traveling, exercising, cooking, and spending time with friends and family. Dr. Russo would like to thank her family, friends, and mentors for their continued support and encouragement.

Dr. Callan Banks is originally from Ripley, West Virginia. She earned her Doctor of Pharmacy degree from West Virginia University School of Pharmacy and completed her PGY-1 Pharmacy Residency at The Johns Hopkins Hospital. Dr. Banks’s professional interests include solid tumors, hematological malignancies, and supportive care. Upon completion of her PGY-2 Oncology Pharmacy Residency, Dr. Banks plans to practice as a board-certified clinical specialist at an academic medical center, where she will have the opportunity to precept pharmacy students and residents. In her spare time, she enjoys hiking, riding horses, skiing, exploring new restaurants, and spending time with family and friends. Dr. Banks would like to thank her fiancé, family, friends, and mentors for their continuous support and encouragement.

Dr. Daniel Skoloda is originally from Youngstown, Ohio. He earned his Doctor of Pharmacy degree from Duquesne University School of Pharmacy and completed his PGY-1 Pharmacy Residency training at the Johns Hopkins Hospital. Dr. Skoloda’s professional interests include hematologic malignancies and oncology critical care. His long-term career goals including practicing as a board-certified clinical pharmacist in an academic medical center in the inpatient setting, where he will have the opportunity to teach and precept students and residents. In his free time, Dr. Skoloda enjoys cooking, playing golf, rock climbing, hiking, backpacking, and skiing. Dr. Skoloda would like to express his sincere gratitude to his wife, family, friends, and mentors for their support, guidance, and encouragement.

Dr. Elayna Silfani is originally from Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. She earned her Doctor of Pharmacy degree from Temple University in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and completed her PGY1 Pharmacy Residency at The Johns Hopkins Hospital. Dr. Silfani’s professional interests include hematologic malignancies and oncology critical care. After completing residency, Dr. Silfani plans to purse board certification and to practice as an oncology clinical pharmacy specialist at an academic medical center where she will have further opportunities to precept students and residents. Outside of pharmacy, Dr. Silfani enjoys trying new restaurants and coffee shops, spending time with her family and friends (and cat, Winnie), reading and cooking. Dr. Silfani would like to sincerely thank her wonderful parents, siblings, boyfriend, friends, coresidents, preceptors and mentors for their endless guidance, support, and encouragement throughout her pharmacy journey.