PGY1 Pharmacy Residency Program

CHRISTUS Spohn

Overview & Purpose

Welcome to the CHRISTUS Spohn Shoreline PGY1 Pharmacy Residency Program. On behalf of our preceptors and department of pharmacy, thank you for your interest in our program. The mission of CHRISTUS Health is “to extend the healing ministry of Jesus Christ.” The pharmacy department supports this mission by providing high quality comprehensive pharmaceutical care. The purpose of our residency program is to build on Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) education and outcomes to contribute to the development of clinical pharmacists responsible for medication-related care of patients with a wide range of conditions, eligible for board certification, and eligible for postgraduate year two (PGY2) pharmacy residency training. We look for candidates who are self-motivated, eager to learn, and dedicated to providing the best care to our patients.

About the Program

Located in Corpus Christi, Texas, CHRISTUS Spohn Shoreline Hospital is the largest acute care medical center in the Coastal Bend region. We are a 557-bed community teaching hospital with a full range of diagnostic and surgical specialty services in cardiac, cancer, and stroke care. It is the leading emergency facility in the areas with a Level II Trauma Center. Our institution showcases a state-of-the-art emergency department, various specialty-ICUs, cardiac cath lab and surgical suites, a teaching affiliation with the Texas A&M University System Health and Science Center College of Medicine, as well as holding accreditation as a Chest Pain Center and Joint Commission Stroke Team.

Shoreline’s residency program exists to develop clinical pharmacists who can provide comprehensive care to a wide range of patients with a wide range of conditions. Our preceptors have a wealth of knowledge and skills to empower our residents to achieve their highest potential.

  • Duration of residency: 12 months
  • Number of positions: 4
  • Estimated annual stipend: $55,000
  • NMS Code: 277113
  • Benefits: Health/Dental/Life Insurance, FSA/HSA, PTO

Contact

Taylor Lenz, PharmD
PGY1 Pharmacy Residency Program Director
361-902-4335
taylor.lenz@christushealth.org


Program Information

Qualifications & Application Process 

Residency qualifications include:

  • A Doctor of Pharmacy degree from an ACPE accredited College of Pharmacy
  • United States Citizen
  • Pharmacist licensure in the state of Texas within 90 days of residency start date
  • Participation in PhORCAS and the National Resident Matching Program

Application Process

Applicants are required to submit the following documents via PhORCAS by January 1 to be considered for the residency program:

  • Curriculum vitae
  • Official pharmacy transcript
  • Letter of intent
  • Three letters of recommendation

Applicants are selected for interviews and ranked for placement based on individual assessment against standardized criteria. Interviews occur in January and February. Applicants are placed in the residency program using the National Resident Matching Program.

Rotations 

Core Rotations

  • Orientation
  • Internal Medicine
  • Emergency Medicine
  • Critical Care
  • Oncology
  • Cardiology

Elective Rotations 

  • Ambulatory Care/Transitions of Care
  • Antimicrobial Stewardship
  • Geriatric/Long-term Care
  • Pediatrics (Available through Affiliation with Driscoll Children's Hospital)
  • Trauma
  • Psychiatry (Available through Affiliation with VA Texas Valley Coastal Bend Health System)
  • Other rotations may be developed based on resident interest
  • Advanced rotations in any core area may be developed based on resident interest
Longitudinal Experiences 
  • Staffing/ Service Commitment
  • Infectious Diseases
  • Research
  • Healthcare Ethics
  • Medication Safety
  • Pharmacy Administration
  • Code Response (Residents will be trained in ACLS as part of their experience)
  • Teaching and Leadership Fellows Program (through University of Texas College of Pharmacy)
Affiliations and Preceptorship 

Pharmacy residents work closely with medical residents from the CHRISTUS Health-Texas A&M Emergency Medicine and Family Medicine physician residency programs based at CHRISTUS Spohn Shoreline.

CHRISTUS Spohn Health System precepts P2 and P4 students from Texas A&M College of Pharmacy, as well as other schools. Residents will have the opportunity to precept these students during the second half of their residency year.

Residents will complete a teaching certificate through University of Texas College of Pharmacy.

Staffing 

Each resident is required to staff one weeknight and every 4th weekend, as well as two holidays.

Our Preceptors 
Name: Taylor Lenz, PharmD,
Preceptor: Emergency Medicine
Education: Creighton University, Omaha, NE
Residency: Creighton University Medical Center-Bergan Mercy, Omaha, NE (PGY1), MercyOne Medical Center, Des Moines, IA (PGY2 Emergency Medicine)
Joined CHRISTUS: 2022
“Being a part of CHRISTUS Health system has allowed me to work at the top of my license. In addition to being an integral part of the healthcare team, I get the opportunity to teach learners at different levels of education and have built life-long relationships with a lot of the team here at CHRISTUS.”
Sara DeJongName: Sara Dejong, PharmD, BCPS, BCCCP
Preceptor: Critical Care, Trauma
Education: University of Louisiana at Monroe, Monroe, LA
Residency: Our Lady of the Lake, Baton Rouge, LA (PGY1)
Joined CHRISTUS: 2015
“Shoreline provides many opportunities for professional growth. Residents are exposed to a wide variety of disease states due to our diverse and fascinating patient population, and build confidence in their clinical skills through collaboration with our specialty care teams. And the view from the hospital at sunrise is spectacular!”
Alex DelonyName: Alex Delony, PharmD, BCPS
Preceptor: Cardiology
Education: University of North Texas Health Science Center College of Pharmacy
Residency: CHRISTUS Spohn Shoreline, Corpus Christi, TX (PGY1)
Joined CHRISTUS: 2022
“As a previous resident of the program, I know first-hand the great support and knowledge that our preceptors provide, as well as the many opportunities that are built into the residency curriculum. Now as a preceptor myself, my goal is to help our residents gain confidence and becomes capable and independent clinicians!”
Rachel PersallName: Rachel Persall, PharmD, BCCCP
Preceptor: Critical Care
Education: Texas A&M Irma Lerma Rangel College of Pharmacy, Kingsville, TX
Residency: CHRISTUS Spohn (PGY1)
Joined CHRISTUS: 2011
“The patient population and the multidisciplinary approach to patient care mean there is always something new to learn at Shoreline!”
Laura SampleName: Laura Berkvens, PharmD, BCPS
Preceptor: Emergency Medicine, Trauma
Education: University of Connecticut, Mansfield, CT
Residency: CHRISTUS Spohn (PGY1)
Joined CHRISTUS: 2014
“At CHRISTUS Spohn Shoreline, we are part of an extraordinary team of healthcare providers. Pharmacists are considered an integral part of the multidisciplinary team and work side by side with the emergency medicine attendings and residents. It is so rewarding to be respected in a team that provides optimal care.”
Brian FrescasName: Brian Frescas, PharmD, BCIDP
Preceptor: Infectious Disease, Antimicrobial Stewardship
Education: University of Texas at Austin, Austin, TX
Residency: Methodist Healthcare, San Antonio, TX (PGY1), Beth Israel Deaconess, Boston, MA (PGY2 Infectious Disease)
Joined CHRISTUS: 2021
“I feel the biggest strength of our residency program, as well as pharmacy department in general, is the top-notch quality of our preceptors and pharmacists. I mean this both in terms of clinical knowledge and skill, but more than that, in terms of the support and camaraderie I have felt since starting here. The people here really are great, and are leading the way in implementing some amazing changes for our program and institution in general. I definitely count myself lucky and am glad I have this opportunity to join their efforts to continue growing and improving our program!”
Christina GonzalezName: Christina Gonzalez, PharmD
Preceptor: Internal Medicine, Advanced Internal Medicine
Education: Texas A&M Irma Lerma Rangel College of Pharmacy
Residency: CHRISTUS Spohn Shoreline, Corpus Christi, TX (PGY1)
Joined CHRISTUS: 2021
“I was first introduced to the CHRISTUS system as a student and have since had the opportunity to work in several areas of our pharmacy. Therefore, I know our pharmacy team is composed of great mentors that are willing to teach students and residents to be well-rounded pharmacists. Also, our hospital system provides such a variety of patient experiences as our clinical services continue to expand.”
Claude HolleyName: Claude Holley, PharmD, BCOP
Preceptor: Oncology
Education: University of Florida, Gainesville, FL
Joined CHRISTUS: 2014
“The program provides a very well-rounded experience in a wide variety of patient care environments. The ability to develop pharmacists that will make an impact on pharmacy practice is front and center.”
Jason MazourName: Jason Mazour, PharmD, BCOP
Preceptor: Oncology
Education: University of Nebraska Medical Center, Omaha, NE
Joined CHRISTUS: 1995
“In my tenure here at CHRISTUS Spohn, there has been tremendous growth in the pharmacy department. It is rewarding to see the impact on patient care and the improvements in quality of care that Pharmacy has achieved.”
gynree roachName: Gynree Roach, PharmD
Preceptor: Internal Medicine
Education: University of Texas at Tyler Fisch College of Pharmacy
Residency: CHRISTUS Spohn Shoreline, Corpus Christi, TX (PGY1)
Joined CHRISTUS: 2023
“From being a resident to a clinical pharmacist here at CHRISTUS, I have truly developed into the pharmacist I always wanted to be. I am continually learning and growing in my field and am so grateful to be a part of this amazing pharmacy team. We work at the top of our fields in multiple departments here at CHRISTUS and I love working alongside emergency medicine and family medicine residents.”
Chad WrightName: Chad Wright, PharmD, MBA, BCPS
Preceptor: Management
Education: Harding University, Searcy, AR
Joined CHRISTUS: 2018
“It has been with great pride and enjoyment to witness the growth of our clinical pharmacy program during my time here at Shoreline. I look forward to seeing what continued strides we will make in the coming years as we push to modernize pharmacy across the system.”
Joe ValadezName: Joe Valadez, PharmD, BCPS
Preceptor: Internal Medicine
Education: Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center, Amarillo, TX
Joined CHRISTUS: 2008
“It has been a great joy to watch our profession advance the way that it has over the years here at CHRISTUS Spohn. The pharmacy residents are in a unique position to not only witness this progression but to also experience firsthand the importance of a pharmacist's involvement in the care of our patients. If we continue down the path that we're on as leaders I have no doubt that pharmacists will continue to play a vital role in positively impacting the quality of care provided at our facilities.”
Hannah HodgesName: Hannah Hodges, PharmD
Preceptor: Pharmacy Administration
Education: Texas A&M Irma Lerma Rangel College of Pharmacy, Kingsville, TX
Joined CHRISTUS: 2018
“Being a part of the CHRISTUS Spohn system has allowed me to grow in my profession and be a part of a close-knit family environment. It is rewarding to see my efforts in medication safety make a difference not only in my facility but throughout the Spohn system.”
Sarah DonahoName: Sarah Donaho, PharmD
Preceptor: Staffing
Education: Texas A&M Irma Lerma Rangel College of Pharmacy, Kingsville, TX
Joined CHRISTUS: 2020
“Working here, you are a part of a team that encourages you to grow, celebrates your success, helps you through struggles, and lifts you if you stumble.”
Gaby ErtlName: Gaby Ertl, PharmD
Preceptor: Staffing
Education: University of Houston, Houston, TX
Joined CHRISTUS: 2021
“I love precepting because I have the privilege of helping our residents become confident, capable pharmacists. It’s rewarding to watch them grow and know I’m making a difference in their journey.”
Name: Lan Nguyen, PharmD
Preceptor: Medication Safety, Medication Use Evaluation (MUE)
Education: Texas A&M Irma Lerma Rangel College of Pharmacy, Kingsville, TX
Joined CHRISTUS: 2017
“My CHRISTUS Spohn family has been a critical part of my professional growth by providing me the support I need to continually grow as a clinical and medication safety pharmacist.”
Current Residents 
Gabi DiazName: Gabi Diaz, PharmD
Email: gabrille.diaz@christushealth.org
Education: University of Incarnate Word Feik School of Pharmacy, San Antonio, TX
Fun Fact:I had brain surgery during my P3 year ironically during the CNS course.
Research Project:Combination Benzodiazepine with Droperidol versus Haloperidol for Acute Agitation Treatment in the Emergency Department
“I chose CHRISTUS Spohn Shoreline because of the welcoming environment the pharmacy staff provided. It was also very apparent that the preceptors truly want their residents/students to be able to grow and be successful in the opportunities they are given.”
Name: Marina Gill, PharmDMarina Gill
Email: marina.gill@christushealth.org
Education: Butler University, Indianapolis, IN
Fun Fact:I love nature photography! I was in the path of totality for the April 2024 solar eclipse, and in the brief period of breathtaking darkness, I got the most amazing picture.
Research Project:Antimicrobial Stewardship Interventions at Transitions of Care: An Opportunity for IV to PO Conversion and Optimization of Antibiotic Regimens
“I chose CHRISTUS Spohn Shoreline because of its supportive and welcoming environment. The program’s preceptors are genuinely interested in the resident’s growth and development as a pharmacist. I appreciate the program’s variety of learning experiences and flexibility to accommodate my changing interests.”
Name: Angel Nguyenly, PharmDAngel Nguyenly
Email: angel.nguyenly@christushealth.org
Education: University of North Texas System College of Pharmacy, Fort Worth, TX
Fun Fact:I am from Houston, TX, but have moved almost all over the state chasing my pharmacy career! I have three cats currently with me as I’m rediscovering my hobbies again post-licensing exams, which include cooking (P.S. Corpus has some of the best shrimp ever!), outdoor activities, watching movies, and discovering healthier alternatives to the fine southern foods that we have in Texas.
Research Project:Evaluation of Major Bleeding Risks in Patients with Diltiazem or Metoprolol on Concomitant Apixaban
“I chose CHRISTUS Spohn Shoreline due to the many opportunities for me to make impactful interventions in our patients’ care here as a resident pharmacist. The program strives for me to gain all the experiences that I desire from a residency program with incredibly supportive preceptors making up the backbone of the program. I feel as if CHRISTUS will prepare me for many of my future endeavors in clinical practice.”
Name: Radha Serventi, PharmDRadha Serventi
Email: radha.serventi@christushealth.org
Education: University of Texas at Austin College of Pharmacy, Austin, TX
Fun Fact:I had the opportunity to visit Newton’s tomb in 2017, and snuck a picture.
Research Project:Evaluation of Chemotherapy-Induced Nausea and Vomiting Treatment Based on Risk Factors
“I chose CHRISTUS Spohn Shoreline because of the people. Every preceptor is willing to help you grow in a judgement-free zone. Everyone in the pharmacist department is close-knit. There are a variety of opportunities for cores and electives, and if something is not available, every effort is made to accommodate the resident”
Past Residents 

2023 - 2024 Class

andy dangName: Andy Dang, PharmD
Education: University of Houston College of Pharmacy, Houston, TX
Research Project: Weight-Based Dosing versus Fixed Dosing of IV Push Diltiazem in the Emergency Department for Atrial Fibrillation with Rapid Ventricular Response
Post Residency Employment: PGY2 Emergency Medicine- Allegheny Health, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Name: Sharon Everitt, PharmDsharon everitt
Education: University of Texas at Austin College of Pharmacy, Austin, TX
Research Project: Evaluation of Early Basal Insulin Administration on the Resolution of Diabetic Ketoacidosis
Post Residency Employment: Clinical Pharmacist, CHRISTUS Santa Rosa, San Marcos, Texas
Name: Arnold Molina, PharmDarnold molina
Education: Texas A&M Irma Lerma Rangel School of Pharmacy, Kingsville, TX
Research Project:Retrospective Evaluation of Clinical Outcomes Between Clopidogrel versus Ticagrelor in Acute Coronary Syndrome
Post Residency Employment:Clinical Pharmacist, CHRISTUS Spohn Shoreline, Corpus Christi, TX
gynree roachName: Gynree Roach, PharmD
 Education: University of Texas at Tyler Fisch College of Pharmacy, Tyler, TX
 Research Project: Safety and Efficacy of Intrawound Tobramycin and Vancomycin Powder Applied Locally During Orthopedic Surgeries
 Post Residency Employment: Clinical Pharmacist, CHRISTUS Spohn Shoreline, Corpus Christi, TX

2022 - 2023 Class

Christina GonzalezName: Christina Gonzales, PharmD
Education: Texas A&M Irma Lerma Rangel College of Pharmacy, Kingsville, TX
Research Project: Evaluation of the Effect of Midodrine on Time to Vasopressor Discontinuation in Adult Critically Ill Patients
Post Residency Employment: Clinical Pharmacist, CHRISTUS Spohn Shoreline, Corpus Christi, TX
Alex DelonyName: Alexandra Delony, PharmD
Education: University of North Texas System College of Pharmacy, Fort Worth, TX
Research Project: Assessing Patient-Level Risk Factors for Community
Post Residency Employment: Clinical Pharmacist, CHRISTUS Spohn Shoreline, Corpus Christi, TX
Aimee SolanoName: Aimee Solano, PharmD
Education: Fairleigh Dickinson University School of Pharmacy, Florham Park, NJ
Research Project: Evaluation of Different Fentanyl Infusion Protocols for Continuous Sedation in Mechanically Ventilated ICU Patients
Post Residency Employment: Clinical Pharmacist, CHRISTUS Spohn Shoreline, Corpus Christi, TX
Sarah GreeneName: Sarah Greene, PharmD
Education: Belmont University College of Pharmacy, Nashville, TN
Research Project: Evaluation of Outcomes Between Pharmacist-Guided and Non-Pharmacist Guided Culture Follow-Up in Patients Discharged Home from the Emergency Department
Post Residency Employment: Clinical Pharmacist, Banner University Medical Center, Tuscon, Arizona

2021 - 2022 Class

Abbey BonyataName: Abbey Bonyata, PharmD
Education: University of Houston, Houston, TX
Research Project: Fasting Glycemic Events in Noncritically Ill Hospitalized Adults Receiving Sliding-Scale Insulin with Bedtime Dose Halved or Omitted Compared to Full Dose
Post Residency Employment: Clinical Staff Pharmacist, UT Southwestern Medical Center, Dallas, TX
Caren MoseName: Caren Mose, PharmD, MBA
Education: Texas A&M Irma Lerma Rangel School of Pharmacy, Kingsville, TX
Research Project: Evaluation of Efficacy and Safety of a Weight-Based Rate Regular Insulin Intravenous Infusion Without an Initial Insulin Bolus for the Treatment of Adult Diabetic Ketoacidosis in the Emergency Department
Post Residency Employment: Clinical Pharmacist, Methodist Hospital Specialty and Transplant, San Antonio, TX
Sandra NName: Sandra Nader, PharmD
Education: University of Colorado, Aurora, CO
Research Project: Efficacy of Piperacillin/Tazobactam versus Meropenem for Empiric Sepsis Treatment in an ICU Setting
Post Residency Employment: Clinical Pharmacist, St. Luke’s Health - The Woodlands, The Woodlands, Texas