PGY-2 Ambulatory Care Pharmacy Residency at Jersey Shore University Medical Center
Welcome Letter From Our Program Director
Welcome, and thank you for your interest in the Hackensack Meridian Health (HMH) Ambulatory Care Post Graduate Year 2 (PGY2) Residency Program. In collaboration with Binghamton University’s College of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences, our 12-month, ASHP-accredited program is designed to elevate the foundational skills gained during PGY1 training and transform you into a confident, forward-thinking ambulatory care clinician.
As part of Hackensack Meridian Health, a system renowned for delivering high-quality healthcare, our program is deeply committed to nurturing the next generation of pharmacy leaders. Here, you will have the unique opportunity to collaborate with expert clinicians, engage in cutting-edge research, and deepen your understanding of diverse ambulatory care settings. Our dedicated team of preceptors and mentors will provide personalized guidance and support to help you achieve your professional goals. The program provides rotation opportunities in key areas such as Specialty Pharmacy, Long-Term Care Pharmacy, High-Risk Clinics, Population Health, and Home Infusion.
Our program is thoughtfully structured to prepare you for advanced practice roles. You will become a trusted and effective member of the interdisciplinary healthcare team and a skilled educator for patients, caregivers, students, and fellow professionals. Graduates emerge well-prepared for clinical and academic career paths and are eligible for board certification in Ambulatory Care
As you explore what our program has to offer, know that your success, development, and well-being are our top priorities. We welcome applicants who share our passion for patient-centered care, innovation, and continuous learning, and who are ready to make a lasting impact on the patients and communities we serve.
Please feel free to reach out to me with any questions about the program or application process. We look forward to supporting you on your journey toward an exciting and rewarding career in ambulatory care pharmacy.
Sincerely,
Devang Shah Pharm.D., BCACP
Specialty Clinical Pharmacy Specialist
PGY2 Ambulatory Care Residency Program Director
Contact Us
Devang Shah, Pharm.D., BCACP
Residency Pharmacy Director
Email: devang.shah@hmhn.org
Lucrecia Campisi, Pharm.D., MPH
Program Residency Coordinator
Email: lucrecia.campisi@hmhn.org
Program Overview
The Hackensack Meridian Health (HMH) Post Graduate Year 2 (PGY2) Ambulatory Care Residency, offered in partnership with Binghamton University's College of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences, is designed to cultivate your expertise and leadership in specialized ambulatory care. You will gain firsthand experience in our outpatient clinics and pharmacies, providing direct patient care services that aim to reduce health disparities and deliver exceptional healthcare.
The program provides robust direct patient care experience, including a staffing component within our Transitions of Care service. You will also collaborate with multidisciplinary teams across diverse practice settings such as specialty pharmacy, long-term care, home infusion, high-risk ambulatory clinics, and population health. In these roles, you will manage chronic diseases, promote wellness, and improve patient access to preventive services. A key focus of the program is leveraging cutting-edge digital technologies and innovations to enhance the quality and accessibility of patient care.
In addition to clinical growth, residents benefit from exceptional opportunities in teaching, research, and leadership. You will strengthen your instructional skills through didactic teaching, precepting pharmacy students and PGY1 residents, facilitating journal clubs, and leading clinical discussions. You will also gain essential management experience by designing, implementing, and evaluating ambulatory care services, preparing you to build and grow pharmacy programs in future practice
Upon completion, graduates are fully prepared to excel as advanced clinical pharmacists and educators across diverse healthcare settings. Our alumni confidently move into faculty roles, ambulatory care positions, and other leadership opportunities, and are eligible for board certification in Ambulatory Care.
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