Oncology
- Larry Buie, PharmD,BCPS, BCOP
- Sheh-Li Chen, PharmD, BCOP
- Aimee Faso, PharmD, BCOP, CPP
- Michelle Gardiner, PharmD
- Tippu Khan, PharmD
- Benyam Muluneh, PharmD
- Kamakshi Rao, PharmD, BCOP, CPP
- John Valgus, PharmD, BCOP, CPP
- Christine Walko, PharmD, BCOP
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Jill S. Bates, PharmD, MS, BCOP
Clinical Specialist - Hemtatology/Oncology
Clinical Assistant Professor-UNC Eshelman School fo Pharmacy
Education:- PharmD- University of Illinois at Chicago College of Pharmacy
- PGY1 - Duke University Medical Center
- PGY2 - Duke University Medical Center
Preceptor for: Hematology/Oncology
Rotation Description:
The UNC Healthcare system is a non-for-profit integrated healthcare system, owned by the state of North Carolina and based in Chapel Hill. People from all 100 North Carolina counties and throughout the Southeast are patients at this 804-bed facility, more than 31,000 each year. Patients admitted to the Med E service (Hematology/Oncology service) are managed by a team of Attending Physicians, Residents, Fellows, Interns and Clinical Pharmacy Specialists. Common disease states encountered are: Acute leukemias, Multiple myeloma, Myelodysplastic syndrome (MDS), Chronic leukemias, Lymphomas, Breast cancer, Lung cancer, Colorectal cancer, Pancreatic cancer, Sarcomas, The Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) student pharmacist will provide patient-centered care on the UNC, Hospitals inpatient Hematology/Oncology service.
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Larry W. Buie, PharmD, BCPS, BCOP
Clinical Specialist - Hemtatology/Oncology
Clinical Assistant Professor - UNC Eshelman School fo Pharmacy
Education:
- PharmD - UNC Eshelman School of Pharmacy - 2005
- PGY1 - UNC Hosptials-2006
- PGY2 Oncology- Hematology/Oncology-UNC Hospitals-2007
- Preceptor for: Inpatient Malignant Hematology/Medical Oncology
Rotation Description:
On this rotation, the resident will gain exposure hematologic malignancies, as well as solid tumors. Emphasis will be placed on chemotherapeutics and the treatment of cancer, cancer related pain and supportive care will also be addressed. Activities associated with this rotation include journal club presentations, topic discussions and patient presentations designed to increase the knowledge of both oral and parenteral antineoplastic use.
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Sheh-Li Chen, PharmD, BCOP
Clinical Specialist - Benign hematology
Clinical Pharmacist - Medicine Hospitalist Service
Education:- B.S. Pharmacy - National University of Singapore- 1991
- PGY1 - University of Florida, Gainesville- 2001
- PGY2 Oncology- Duke University Medical Center- 2002
Preceptor for: Coagulation Consult service, Med Hospitalist Service
Rotation Description:
This rotation will provide a great introduction to the world of benign hematology, where the benign disorders of the red blood cell, white blood cell, platelets and clotting factors will be seen in abundance. Learners will get a chance to develop their skills in anticoagulation counseling and therapeutic drug monitoring. There will also be a glimpse into the workings of the factor stewardship program.
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Aimee Faso, PharmD, BCOP, CPP
Clinical Specialist - Hematology/Oncology Outpatient Clinic
Clinical Assistant Professor - UNC Eshelman School of Pharmacy
Education:- PharmD - University of Florida - 2003
- PGY1 - Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center - 2004
Preceptor for: Ambulatory Oncology Infusion Clinic
Rotation Description:
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Michelle Gardiner, PharmD
Clinical Central - Adult and Pediatric Oncology
Education:- PharmD - UNC Eshelman School of Pharmacy- 2007
Preceptor for: Cancer Hospital Infusion Pharmacy (CHIP)
Rotation Description:
No description.
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Tippu Khan, PharmD
Clinical Specialist - Inpatient BMT
Clinical Assistant Professor - UNC Eshelman School of Pharmacy
Education:- PharmD - Purdue University- 2004
- PGY1 - Wishard Health- 2005
- PGY2 - Clarian Health- 2006
Preceptor for: BMTU
Rotation Description:
Provides an introduction to the process of stem cell transplantation. Learners (all levels) will be expected to be fully integrated with care team, addressing both clinical and practical issues.
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Benyam Muluneh, PharmD
Clinical Specialist - Malignant Hematology Clinic
Clinical Assistant Professor - UNC Eshelman School of Pharmacy
Education:- PharmD - UNC Eshelman School of Pharmacy - 2010
- PGY1 - UNC Hospitals and Clinics - 2011
- PGY2 - Hematology/Oncology- UNC Hospitals -2012
Preceptor for: Ambulatory Care, Hematology/Oncology
Rotation Description:
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Kamakshi Rao, PharmD, BCOP, CPP
Residency Program Director - PGY1 Phamacy Practice
Clinical Pharmacist Practitioner - Ambulatory Adult Stem Cell Transplant Clinic
Clinical Assistant Professor - UNC Eshelman School of Pharmacy
Education:- PharmD - Rutgers University College of Pharmacy- 2000
- PGY1 - Virginia Commonwealth University- 2001
- Oncology Pharmacy Fellowship- The Cancer Institute of NJ/RWJUH- 2003
Preceptor for: BMT Clinic
Rotation Description:
This rotation provides an experience in the ambulatory clinic of the UNC stem cell transplant program. Learners will see patients both before and after stem cell transplant. Focuses will be on patient education, supportive care, infectious disease issues in the immunocompromised patient, graft versus host disease management, and other collaborative practices with SCT physicians and extenders.
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John Valgus, PharmD, BCOP, CPP
Residency Program Director - PGY2 Hematology/Oncology
Clinical Specialist, clinic based - Hematology/Oncology Clinic
Clinical Assistant Professor - UNC Eshelman School of Pharmacy and UNC School of Medicine
Clinical Assistant Professor - UNC School of Medicine
Education:- PharmD - Philadelphia College of Pharmacy- 1999
- PGY1 – UNC Hospitals- 2000
- PGY2 Hematology/Oncology – UNC Hospitals - 2001
- Clinical Pharmacogenetics Fellowship – GlaxoSmithKline- 2002
Preceptor for: Ambulatory Oncology/Supportive Care
Rotation Description:
The ambulatory care oncology rotation is a learning experience in which the resident will gain experience in the management of patients with oncologic disorders. Knowledge of primary treatments, supportive care, and management of complications in patients with various malignancies will be emphasized.
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Christine Walko, PharmD, BCOP
Assistant Professor - UNC Eshelman School of Pharmacy, Division of Pharmacotherapy and Experimental Therapeutics, Institute of Pharmacogenomics and Individualized Therapy
Director, NC Cancer Hospital Clinical Trials Unit Pharmacology Lab - Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center
Clinical Specialist - Outpatient solid tumor NCCH clinics
Education:- PharmD - Duquesne University - 2002
- PGY1 - Medical College of Virginia/Virginia Commonwealth University - 2003
- PGY 2 Oncology and Academic Fellowship in Oncology and Drug Metabolism - University of North Carolina –2004, 2004-2006
Preceptor for: Ambulatory Oncology/Supportive Care
Rotation Description:
Residents will learn to apply pharmacotherapy skills in the area of adult solid tumors, with a focus on lung, GI, breast cancers and melanoma. They will become a part of the multidisciplinary teams in these areas that include medical oncologists, radiation oncologists, surgical oncologists, nurse navigators, fellows, dieticians, and other health care professionals. Additionally, translation of phase I, II, and III clinical trials into clinical practice will appreciated with opportunities to participate some aspects of these research opportunities.
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