Community University Health Care Center | Geritom Medical, Inc | Goodrich Pharmacy | M Health Fairview | Mille Lacs Health System | New Ulm Medical Center | Park Nicollet | Welia Health | Year 1: Combined PGY1 Residency and Practice Advancement Fellowship | Year 2: Combined PGY1 Residency and Practice Advancement Fellowship
Site: Community University Healthcare Center
Claire Buser, PharmD
Pharmacy School: UNC Eshelman School of Pharmacy
Clinical Interests: Chronic Disease State Management, Tobacco Cessation, Mental Health
Personal Interests: I enjoy spending time with my family and friends, traveling to new places, reading, and crafting!
Career Goals: My goal is to become an ambulatory care pharmacist in a clinic setting where I can collaborate within an interprofessional healthcare team and develop meaningful, longitudinal relationships with patients, particularly those from underserved communities. I aim to provide equitable, patient-centered care that ensures all individuals have access to high-quality treatment and support, empowering them to actively engage in and take ownership of their own health.
Why the University of Minnesota: UMN and CUHCC aligned closely with what I was seeking in a residency program. I was especially drawn to the program’s strong focus on ambulatory care across diverse patient populations, including individuals of all ages, backgrounds, ethnicities, and languages. I also appreciated the emphasis on providing equitable, patient-centered care and addressing health disparities within underserved communities. The program’s commitment to interprofessional collaboration and community engagement further reflects the type of practice environment I hope to grow in as I develop into a clinician.
Site: Geritom Medical, Inc
Nina Bui, PharmD
Pharmacy School: University of Minnesota
Clinical Interests: Neurological
Personal Interests: My personal interests are spending time with my family and Goldendoodle, Mino. And I also love traveling and cooking Vietnamese food.
Career Goals: My career goals are to help improve and overcome patients’ health conditions. I love working in an ambulatory and medication therapy management setting, which allows me to build a close relationship with my patients.
Why the University of Minnesota: I chose the College of Pharmacy Postgraduate Pharmacy Residency Program because of the offerings in ambulatory care settings.
Site: Goodrich Pharmacy
Maddie Detra, PharmD
Pharmacy School: University of Minnesota
Clinical Interests: Ambulatory care, DM, Asthma, pharmacogenomics
Personal Interests: Spending time outdoors/travel, art, being with friends
Career Goals: I want to be a pharmacist that patients recommend and trust because I go above and beyond what is expected
Why the University of Minnesota: I value that the university values and i know the create some of the best residents.
Site: M Health Fairview
Madelynn Aeilts, PharmD
Pharmacy School: Drake University
Clinical Interests: Chronic disease state management, cardiology, neurology, technology
Personal Interests: I enjoy staying active through yoga, running, hiking, and pickleball. In the summer, you can usually find me reading a good book in the sun or taking my puppy on walks. I also enjoy playing cards, spending time with friends, and watching sports.
Career Goals: My goal is to become an ambulatory care pharmacist within a clinic setting, build meaningful relationships with my patients, and merge patient care with innovative technologies.
Why the University of Minnesota: I chose the University of Minnesota's program due to the various learning opportunities it provides to residents and the ability to connect with other ambulatory residents across different practice sites.
Site: M Health Fairview
Tina Nhan, PharmD
Pharmacy School: University of Wisconsin-Madison
Clinical Interests: Primary care, diabetes, women's health, heart failure
Personal Interests: Traveling, exploring new cafes, painting, and spending time with friends and family
Career Goals: My goal is to practice as an ambulatory care pharmacist in the primary care setting!
Why the University of Minnesota: The amazing ambulatory care training program, support from preceptors, and opportunity to precept students!
Site: M Health Fairview
Pete Schirrick, PharmD
Pharmacy School: North Dakota State University
Clinical Interests: Cardiology, diabetes, and oncology.
Personal Interests: I really enjoy cooking, trying new restaurants, playing fantasy sports, and exploring the Twin Cities with my wife.
Career Goals: I would love to work in an ambulatory care/MTM setting in a clinic where I get to make a direct impact on my patients every day.
Why the University of Minnesota: I felt this program was a great opportunity to continue learning and make myself the best pharmacist I can be for my future patients and community.
Site: M Health Fairview
Christ Tran, PharmD
Pharmacy School: University of Iowa College of Pharmacy
Clinical Interests: Diabetes, heart failure, hypertension, dyslipidemia, geriatrics, mental health.
Personal Interests: Traveling, cooking, trying new food spots, music (attending music festivals and going to concerts), and spending quality time with friends & family.
Career Goals: To practice as an ambulatory care pharmacist in a primary care setting, building solid relationships with my patients, and using what I have learned to give back to my communities.
Why the University of Minnesota: Not only have previous residents confidently endorsed the overall strength of the program, but also its focus on helping residents build strong ambulatory care skills, the chance to serve a diverse patient population in a state that allows pharmacists to practice at the top of their license, and the opportunity to give back to communities that truly deserve and appreciate it.
Site: Park Nicollet Health
Chloe Fleming, PharmD
Pharmacy School: Samford University: McWhorter School of Pharmacy
Clinical Interests: Ambulatory Care, Primary Care, Endocrinology
Personal Interests: Fitness, Outdoors
Career Goals: Work as an ambulatory care/MTM pharmacist and be a Board Certified Ambulatory Care Pharmacist and Preceptor to students and residents
Why the University of Minnesota: I chose the University of Minnesota College of Pharmacy residency program because of its strong emphasis on ambulatory care, interdisciplinary collaboration, and commitment to serving diverse patient populations. I am especially drawn to the program’s opportunities for clinical growth, teaching, and leadership development, which align closely with my long-term career goals as a pharmacist.
Site: Welia Health - Community
Kate France, PharmD
Pharmacy School: University of Minnesota - Duluth
Clinical Interests: PGX, Mental Health, SUD, chronic disease management
Personal Interests: Advancing health equity, community engagement, being a good friend
Career Goals: Complete residency and leverage my degree for good within rural and underserved communities
Why the University of Minnesota: I love my site, I love this team, and I am excited to see what we can build together!
Site: Welia Health - Hospital
Olivia Johnson, PharmD
Pharmacy School: University of Minnesota - Twin Cities
Clinical Interests: Diabetes, cardiac conditions, geriatrics, and rural health
Personal Interests: I enjoy spending time with my 3 horses, going to my boyfriend's dirt tack races, riding four wheelers, and going camping!
Career Goals: I can see myself either having a career in inpatient pharmacy or ambulatory care! Either way, I hope to make a meaningful impact and strong connections with patients and other health care providers!
Why the University of Minnesota: I selected this residency program because of having been at my clinical site that I matched with as a student and absolutely loving it! I was drawn to the opportunity to get experience in both inpatient and ambulatory care. I also appreciate the concept of having multiple co-residents to go through this process with!
Site: Year 2/Resident: Combined PGY1 Residency and Practice Advancement Fellowship
Rose Yang, PharmD
Pharmacy School: North Dakota State University
Clinical Interests: Serving underserved and underrepresented communities, cardiovascular disease, advocacy/policy, chronic disease state management, and preventive care.
Personal Interests: I love being creative, this includes: writing, photography, baking, fashion, you name it! I enjoy staying active by playing tennis and running. Lastly, I love spending time with my family on the weekends.
Career Goals: My career goals include becoming a specialized MTM pharmacist in cardiology while also working in legislative advocacy/policy. Personally, I also aspire to become a New York Times bestselling author.
Why the University of Minnesota: I chose this Program because it offers a unique opportunity to strengthen my clinical skills in ambulatory care while gaining hands-on leadership experience. It truly feels like the best of both worlds‚ supporting my growth as both a clinician and future pharmacy leader. The interview confirmed it was the right fit; everyone was incredibly welcoming, and the environment felt supportive. Being in Minnesota, my home state, makes it all the more special!