Choosing the University of Minnesota Postgraduate (PGY1) Pharmacy Residency Program
Diversity
The College of Pharmacy offers several distinct PGY1 Pharmacy Residency Program experiences, all of which focus on the delivery of pharmaceutical care in ambulatory environments. Sites encompass rural pharmacies, urban environments, high-risk populations, and corporate entities.
Collegiality
While residents complete most of their training at a specific host site, the program includes several activities designed to enhance learning and build collegiality among trainees, including:
- Edit and write for Curbside Consult
- Pharmaceutical Care Grand Rounds and Case Presentations
- Teach in the College of Pharmacy/Precepting
- Monthly Academic days
- Required coursework to include: Intro to Comprehensive Medication Management, ABC's of Evidence Based Medicine, Building an MTM Practice, and the elective Collaborative Residency Teaching Program.
Our program also fosters strong relationships between residents and preceptors, and encourages a partnership among these two parties.
Benefits
All residency experiences include the following fringe benefits:
- Competitive Stipend ($55,000/yr for 26-27)
- Health Insurance
- Professional Conference Reimbursement (up to $1,500)
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Vacation/Personal Days
- Accreditation
The program is accredited by ASHP. All of our opportunities are accredited as PGY1 residencies.