Reaching out to our current residents is a great way to gain information about each particular BayCare residency program. For our featured residents, you will discover some background information regarding why our residents decided to pursue residency training as well as how they became interested in their current practice sites and programs.
Listed below are our current pharmacy residents along with their contact information from each BayCare Pharmacy Residency site. Please contact residents with any questions you may have about the program.
2025- 2026 Residency Class
Noshin Mahmud
Annie Alexis
Colin Kehus
Victoria Isgett
Jessica Simmons
Roselee Loiz
Bethanie Budlong
Kaitlyn Kauff
Shelby Brooks
Isis Rollins
Jacob Smith
Ilyarosa Perez Palacios
Christa Epperson
Joshua Ehlers
Lindsey Council
Medina Ibisevic
Ashley Harriott
Matthew Kurisunkal
Jessica Schneid
Christian Viola
Jena Schanze
Merna Sawaris
Paola Hernandez Velez
Liza Harpley
Sarah Seward
Rachael Weingarten
Featured Residents
Noshin Mahmud
PGY2 – Health System Pharmacy Administration
Why did I choose to complete a residency?
I chose to complete a residency in Health-System Pharmacy Administration and Leadership because I wanted to build on my clinical knowledge and gain leadership skills. My goal through residency is to become a well-rounded clinical pharmacist and develop the skills needed to improve patient care throughout the health system.
Why did I choose St. Joseph’s Hospital at BayCare?
When I was choosing a residency program, it was important to me that the program’s values align with my own. I wanted to find a place where I felt supported and could gain both clinical and administrative experiences. St Joseph’s Hospital has exceeded my expectations by offering a variety of opportunities to help me reach my career goals. The supportive environment, along with the excellent leaders, preceptors, and mentors here, has been exactly what I was looking for in a residency.
Noshin Mahmud| PGY2 – Health System Pharmacy Administration
Why did I choose to complete a residency?
I chose to complete a residency in Health-System Pharmacy Administration and Leadership because I wanted to build on my clinical knowledge and gain leadership skills. My goal through residency is to become a well-rounded clinical pharmacist and develop the skills needed to improve patient care throughout the health system.
Why did I choose St. Joseph’s Hospital at BayCare?
When I was choosing a residency program, it was important to me that the program’s values align with my own. I wanted to find a place where I felt supported and could gain both clinical and administrative experiences. St Joseph’s Hospital has exceeded my expectations by offering a variety of opportunities to help me reach my career goals. The supportive environment, along with the excellent leaders, preceptors, and mentors here, has been exactly what I was looking for in a residency.
Kaitlyn Kauff
PGY1 - Mease Countryside Hospital
Why did I choose to complete a residency?
I chose to pursue a residency to build upon the knowledge and clinical skills I developed during pharmacy school and APPE rotations. I am passionate about making a positive impact on patient care, and I view postgraduate training as an essential step towards becoming a confident, well-rounded clinical pharmacist.
Why did I choose Mease Countryside Hospital at BayCare?
I was drawn to Mease Countryside Hospital because of its comprehensive rotation options, which will allow me to explore my clinical interests while developing into a well-rounded clinical pharmacist. The program’s balance of support and challenge aligns with the type of learning environment I thrive in, and I am confident that this program will provide a strong foundation for my growth into a successful clinical pharmacist.
Kaitlyn Kauff| PGY1 - Mease Countryside Hospital
Why did I choose to complete a residency?
I chose to pursue a residency to build upon the knowledge and clinical skills I developed during pharmacy school and APPE rotations. I am passionate about making a positive impact on patient care, and I view postgraduate training as an essential step towards becoming a confident, well-rounded clinical pharmacist.
Why did I choose Mease Countryside Hospital at BayCare?
I was drawn to Mease Countryside Hospital because of its comprehensive rotation options, which will allow me to explore my clinical interests while developing into a well-rounded clinical pharmacist. The program’s balance of support and challenge aligns with the type of learning environment I thrive in, and I am confident that this program will provide a strong foundation for my growth into a successful clinical pharmacist.
Ilyarosa Perez Palacios
PGY1 - Morton Plant Hospital
Why did I choose to complete a residency?
I chose to complete a PGY-1 residency because I wanted to become a well-rounded clinical pharmacist. During my APPEs, I realized that I wanted to further develop my clinical skills by working closely with complex patients in an acute care setting. Direct patient care has always been one of the most important aspects of pharmacy practice that I am passionate about, and having the ability to complete a residency would provide me with the hands-on experience and advanced training needed to transition into a clinical role in the future.
Why did I choose Morton Plant Hospital at BayCare?
I chose Morton Plant Hospital to complete my PGY-1 residency because one of my most impactful clinical rotations as a student took place here, and throughout that experience I realized this is where I wanted to continue my training as I transitioned into residency. The culture and support that was shown throughout the interview process, along with having a wide selection of rotations in areas in critical care and cardiology, showed a comprehensive program that would be the best environment for me to grow into a well-rounded clinical pharmacist.
Ilyarosa Perez Palacios| PGY1 - Morton Plant Hospital
Why did I choose to complete a residency?
I chose to complete a PGY-1 residency because I wanted to become a well-rounded clinical pharmacist. During my APPEs, I realized that I wanted to further develop my clinical skills by working closely with complex patients in an acute care setting. Direct patient care has always been one of the most important aspects of pharmacy practice that I am passionate about, and having the ability to complete a residency would provide me with the hands-on experience and advanced training needed to transition into a clinical role in the future.
Why did I choose Morton Plant Hospital at BayCare?
I chose Morton Plant Hospital to complete my PGY-1 residency because one of my most impactful clinical rotations as a student took place here, and throughout that experience I realized this is where I wanted to continue my training as I transitioned into residency. The culture and support that was shown throughout the interview process, along with having a wide selection of rotations in areas in critical care and cardiology, showed a comprehensive program that would be the best environment for me to grow into a well-rounded clinical pharmacist.
Christa Epperson
PGY1 - South Florida Baptist Hospital
Why did I choose to complete a residency?
I chose to complete a pharmacy residency because I want to continue building on the clinical knowledge and patient care experience I’ve gained throughout pharmacy school. I’ve always been eager to keep learning and improving, and I know residency will push me to grow both professionally and personally. I enjoy working as part of a healthcare team, and I’m drawn to the fast-paced and focused environment of clinical pharmacy. Completing a residency will help me become a more confident and well-rounded pharmacist.
Why did I choose South Florida Baptist Hospital at BayCare?
I chose SFBH because I had a rotation here during my 4th year of pharmacy school and had a really great experience. The pharmacy team was welcoming, supportive, and truly excited to teach, which made me feel like I could thrive here. Being the only resident also appealed to me because I knew it would give me a more individualized experience and allow me to receive more personalized training. I felt like this site would give me the chance to grow in a way that really aligns with my goals, and I’m excited to be part of a place where I already feel comfortable and valued.
Christa Epperson| PGY1 - South Florida Baptist Hospital
Why did I choose to complete a residency?
I chose to complete a pharmacy residency because I want to continue building on the clinical knowledge and patient care experience I’ve gained throughout pharmacy school. I’ve always been eager to keep learning and improving, and I know residency will push me to grow both professionally and personally. I enjoy working as part of a healthcare team, and I’m drawn to the fast-paced and focused environment of clinical pharmacy. Completing a residency will help me become a more confident and well-rounded pharmacist.
Why did I choose South Florida Baptist Hospital at BayCare?
I chose SFBH because I had a rotation here during my 4th year of pharmacy school and had a really great experience. The pharmacy team was welcoming, supportive, and truly excited to teach, which made me feel like I could thrive here. Being the only resident also appealed to me because I knew it would give me a more individualized experience and allow me to receive more personalized training. I felt like this site would give me the chance to grow in a way that really aligns with my goals, and I’m excited to be part of a place where I already feel comfortable and valued.
Christian Viola
PGY1 - St. Joseph's Hospital
Why did I choose to complete a residency?
I chose to pursue a pharmacy residency, with a focus on emergency medicine, because I thrive in high-acuity, fast-paced environments where critical thinking, rapid decision-making, and interdisciplinary collaboration are essential. I recognized that a residency would give me the immersive, hands-on experience necessary to refine my clinical judgment, enhance my ability to collaborate within interdisciplinary teams, and manage complex patient cases.
Why did I choose St. Joseph’s Hospital at BayCare?
I chose to pursue a PGY-1 Residency at Saint Joseph’s Hospital because of the strong clinical training, diverse patient population, and, most importantly, the exceptional experience I had during my APPE rotations there. I completed three rotations at Saint Joe’s, and each one reinforced how well-organized and clinically focused the pharmacy department is. From day one, I was welcomed as part of the team—preceptors were supportive, approachable, and genuinely invested in helping me grow.
Christian Viola| PGY1 - St. Joseph's Hospital
Why did I choose to complete a residency?
I chose to pursue a pharmacy residency, with a focus on emergency medicine, because I thrive in high-acuity, fast-paced environments where critical thinking, rapid decision-making, and interdisciplinary collaboration are essential. I recognized that a residency would give me the immersive, hands-on experience necessary to refine my clinical judgment, enhance my ability to collaborate within interdisciplinary teams, and manage complex patient cases.
Why did I choose St. Joseph’s Hospital at BayCare?
I chose to pursue a PGY-1 Residency at Saint Joseph’s Hospital because of the strong clinical training, diverse patient population, and, most importantly, the exceptional experience I had during my APPE rotations there. I completed three rotations at Saint Joe’s, and each one reinforced how well-organized and clinically focused the pharmacy department is. From day one, I was welcomed as part of the team—preceptors were supportive, approachable, and genuinely invested in helping me grow.
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