Pharmacotherapy Residency

PGY1 and PGY2 24-Month Pharmacotherapy Residency

Mission Statement:

We strive to prepare board-certified pharmacotherapy specialists with the skills needed to deliver comprehensive care in outpatient primary care and inpatient general medicine settings and effectively teach professional students and post-graduate trainees.

Program Description:

The Idaho State University Pharmacotherapy Residency is a two-year program jointly funded by the Departments of Pharmacy Practice and Family Medicine that provides clinical pharmacy services in both the inpatient and outpatient care settings. Pharmacotherapy residents participate in multidisciplinary rounds on the inpatient medicine service and work hand-in-hand with medical residents to provide therapeutic recommendations and improve patient outcomes. This residency is accredited with the American Society of Health-System Pharmacists.

Contact:
Jordan Ferro, PharmD, BCPS
(208) 282-1233 | j ordanferro@isu.edu

Program Structure

2022-2023 Residency Class

Concentrated

Orientation (2 weeks)

Business Plan (2 weeks)

Block

Internal Medicine I and II (8 weeks each)

Internal Medicine III (4 weeks)

Pharmacotherapy I and II (8 weeks each)

Inpatient Pharmacy (8 weeks)

Emergency Medicine (4 weeks)

Pediatrics (4 weeks)

Pharmacotherapy-psych emphasis (4 weeks)

Critical Care (8 weeks)

Ambulatory Care (8 weeks)

Advanced Internal Medicine I (8 weeks)

Advanced Internal Medicine II (4 weeks)

Managed Care (12 weeks)

Electives (two 4 week blocks + 1 longitudinal)

Longitudinal

Pharmacotherapy Clinic I and II (12 months each)

Residency Project I and II (12 months each)

Leadership and Professional Development (24 months)

Management (3 months)

Academia I and II (12 months each)

Patient Centered Dispensing (24 months)

Electives

Advanced Academia

Two 4 week blocks + one 6-month longitudinal
Electives are conditional on appropriate progression in the program
Residents may repeat any core learning experience as an elective opportunity

Benefits

Health Benefits: Group life, health, dental and vision insurance coverage are available
ISU Tuition: Employees and spouses may enroll in university courses for a nominal fee, and many workshops and programs are offered at no charge to employees and their families.
Ten (10) days of paid leave per year
Fourteen (14) paid holidays
Financial assistance for professional meeting attendance
Approximately $50,000/year stipend

Training Sites

Health West ISU
Portneuf Medical Center
Bengal Pharmacy
MedImpact, Inc
ISU College of Pharmacy

Application Requirements

Completion of and ACPE-accredited PharmD program
Eligibility for licensure in Idaho
Official Pharmacy School transcripts
Current Curriculum Vitae
Three (3) professional letters of reference
On-site interview
Participation in PhORCAS and the National Matching Service

Current Pharmacotherapy Residents

Pharmacotherapy resident Harrison Hoskin's professional head shot

Harrison Hoskins, PharmD

PGY-2

Harrison Hoskins was born and raised in Blackfoot, ID. After serving in the US Army, Harrison enrolled in Pharmacy School and graduated from Idaho State University in 2023 with his Doctorate of Pharmacy. His clinical interests include adult inpatient medicine, outpatient chronic disease state management at our very own Ryan White HIV clinic program, and facilitating lectures with the College of Pharmacy and Department of Family Medicine and Pharmacy Practice. Harrison enjoys the tight knit relationship with his fellow family medicine residents finding support and camaraderie that enhance both his professional growth and personal well-being during residency.

Kristen Caldwell, PharmD

PGY-1

Kristen Caldwell, originally from Parma, Idaho, is a 2024 graduate of the Idaho State University College of Pharmacy. Throughout her academic journey, Kristen developed a deep appreciation for the diverse areas of pharmacy practice. While she has enjoyed exploring many areas of pharmacy, she is particularly passionate about oncology, transitions of care, academia, and ambulatory care. Currently participating in the ISU Pharmacotherapy Residency Program, Kristen is excited to expand her knowledge and gain hands-on experience in areas she has yet to explore in depth. The residency has provided her with invaluable opportunities to meet her career goals and desires in pharmacy so she can continue to grow as a clinical pharmacist and educator for future pharmacists. Kristen finds the most fulfillment in her ability to form meaningful connections with patients and assist them in achieving their healthcare goals. Her commitment to patient-centered care is a cornerstone of her practice, and she looks forward to further shaping her practice within the ISU Pharmacotherapy Residency.

Mary Cutright, PharmD

PGY-1

Mary Cutright was born in Montebello, CA and was raised in a small farming community in Fresno, CA. She graduated from Idaho State University College of Pharmacy, receiving her Doctor of Pharmacy degree May of 2024. Mary's clinical interests include infectious disease, adult internal medicine and managing chronic disease states on complex patient populations. What she enjoys most about her two-year pharmacotherapy residency program is the diverse range of rotations, which include inpatient medicine, critical care, emergency medicine, managed care, behavioral health and outpatient chronic disease management. With her goal of working in a rural community, Mary feels like building a strong knowledge base across various clinical areas would help her serve rural patients to the best of her ability. She also appreciates the unique opportunity to learn from medical faculty and attendings alongside dedicated medical residents.