People in the Pharmacy Residency and Fellowship Programs
Valley Children’s Pediatric Pharmacy Residency and Fellowship Program is designed to provide comprehensive training to develop future leaders in pediatric pharmacotherapy.
Meet our pharmacy preceptors
Our preceptors are experienced professionals dedicated to mentoring and guiding our residents. They bring a wealth of knowledge and expertise in pediatric pharmacy.
Renzio Apostol, PharmD, BCPPS
Pharmacist Lead - NICU
Residency: Valley Children's Hospital PGY1
Practice Areas: NICU, Palliative Care, PICU
Bryan Carlson, PharmD
Pharmacy Operations Manager
Practice Area: Administration
Melissa Chase, PharmD, BCSCP
Director of Pharmacy
Residency: Washoe Medical Center PGY1
Practice Area: Administration
Jackie Crouch, PharmD, BCPS, BCPPS
Pharmacist Clinical Manager
Residency: Presbyterian St. Luke's Medical Center and Rocky Mountain Hospital for Children PGY1
Practice Areas: Administration, Outpatient Anticoagulation Clinic
Drew Dieckmann, PharmD, BCPPS
Pharmacist
Residency: Valley Children's Hospital PGY1
Valley Children's Hospital Fellowship - Critical Care
Practice Areas: PICU, PCICU, NICU, ED, Palliative Care, Antimicrobial Stewardship, Outpatient Anticoagulation
Claire Federe, PharmD
Pharmacist
Residency: Valley Children's Hospital PGY1
Practice Area: PICU, NICU, ED, Acute Care, Antimicrobial Stewardship, Outpatient Anticoagulation
Nicole Garcia, PharmD
Pharmacy Supervisor
Residency: Valley Children's PGY1
Practice Areas: Administration, Pharmacy Operations
Susan Her, PharmD
Pharmacist
Residency: Valley Children's Hospital PGY1
Practice Areas: Acute Care, Hematology/Oncology, Ambulatory Infusion Center
Danielle Hermann, PharmD
Pharmacist Lead - Acute Care | Cystic Fibrosis Pharmacist
Residency: Valley Children's Hospital PGY1
Practice Area: Acute Care, Ambulatory Care
Huma Ibrahim, PharmD
Pharmacy Supervisor
Practice Areas: Administration, Pharmacy Operations
Brenik Kuzmic, PharmD, RPH
Pharmacist
Residency: Valley Children's Hospital PGY1
Valley Children's Hospital Fellowship - Infectious Disease
Practice Areas: Antimicrobial Stewardship, Anticoagulation, Acute Care, Critical Care
Carol Lee, PharmD
Research Pharmacist
Residency: Valley Children's Hospital PGY1
Practice Area: Research, Ambulatory Care
Wenee Lopez, PharmD
Residency Program Director | Pharmacy Supervisor
Residency: Valley Children's Hospital PGY1
Practice Areas: Administration
Jyoti Mahal, PharmD
Pharmacist
Practice Areas: Neurology Clinic
Natalie Park, PharmD
Pharmacist
Residency: Valley Children's Hospital PGY1
Practice Area: Acute Care, NICU, Antimicrobial Stewardship, Outpatient Anticoagulation Clinic
Alyssa Rosas, PharmD
Pharmacist
Residency: Valley Children's Hospital PGY1
Practice Areas: Acute Care, Antimicrobial Stewardship, Hematology/Oncology, Outpatient Anticoagulation Clinic
Ashley Stearns, PharmD, BCOP
Pharmacist Lead - Oncology
Residency: Valley Children's Hospital - PGY1
Practice Areas: Oncology
Ariana Taylor, PharmD
Pharmacist
Residency: Valley Children's Hospital PGY1
Practice Area: PICU, NICU, ED, Palliative Care
Ashley Thomas, PharmD
Medication Safety and Regulatory Compliance
Residency: Valley Children's Hospital PGY1
Practice Areas: Administration
Steven Waite, PharmD
Pharmacist
Residency: VA Tucson Medical Center PGY1
Practice Areas: Acute Care, Oncology, Ambulatory Infusion Center
Kc Yovino, PharmD, BCPS, BCPPS
Pharmacist Lead - Pediatric Intensive Care Unit
Residency: Valley Children's Hospital PGY1
Valley Children's Hospital Fellowship - Critical Care
Practice Area: PICU, PCICU, NICU, ED, Palliative Care, Outpatient Anticoagulation Clinic
Our current PGY1 pharmacy residency class
Our first-year residents are enthusiastic and dedicated individuals who are eager to learn and grow in the field of pediatric pharmacy.
Long Dang, PharmD
University of the Pacific School of Pharmacy
Dr. Long Dang was born in Santa Clara, California. He attended the University of the Pacific, where he received his Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences and Doctor of Pharmacy degrees. His practice interests include pediatric acute care, infectious disease, and neonatal intensive care. In his free time, Long enjoys trying out new restaurants and cooking for friends and family. He is grateful and excited to be part of the team at Valley Children’s Hospital.
Timothy Glenn, PharmD
Loma Linda University School of Pharmacy
Dr. Timothy Glenn was born and raised in Southern California. He earned his Bachelor of Science in biology from Biola University, Master of Science in human performance and nutrition from Liberty University, and his Doctor of Pharmacy from Loma Linda University. Dr. Glenn’s professional interests include emergency medicine and critical care. Outside of work, Dr. Glenn enjoys fishing, hiking, and hanging out with his wife. He is excited to be a part of the interprofessional team here at Valley Children’s.
Tara Rikabi, PharmD
The Ohio State University School of Pharmacy
Dr. Tara Rikabi was born and raised in Columbus, Ohio. She earned both her Bachelor's and Doctor of Pharmacy degrees from The Ohio State University. She worked at Nationwide Children's Hospital in Columbus throughout her pharmacy school years. Her passion for pediatrics grew stronger through her internship at Nationwide Children's, and encouraged her to pursue a pediatric residency. Her interests within pediatrics include critical care, emergency medicine, and parental nutrition. Dr. Rikabi is very excited and grateful to be completing her PGY-1 pharmacy residency at Valley Children's Hospital.
Kalista Vue, PharmD
Marshall B. Ketchum University School of Pharmacy
Dr. Kalista Vue was born and raised in Fresno, California. She earned her Bachelor of Science Degree in Biology at California State University, Fresno, and her Doctor of Pharmacy degree at Marshall B. Ketchum University. Her professional interests include infectious disease, general medicine, and neonatal intensive care. Kalista enjoys spending time with her family and friends, watching movies, and playing games. She is honored to be part of the Valley Children’s Hospital team and looks forward to contributing to the care of pediatric patients.
Past Pharmacy Residents
- Dr. Chad Hayashi
- Dr. Jessica Irish
- Dr. Melinda Misaki
- Dr. Justine Montero
- Dr. Gislia Negrete
- Dr. Anjali Patel
- Dr. Noah Jacala
- Dr. Floredic Muya
- Dr. Cherie Kim
- Dr. Chara Aueyong
- Dr. Rasna Kaur Atwal
- Dr. Claire Federe
- Dr. Jonathon Truong
- Dr. Felicia Gary
- Dr. Christina Liao
- Dr. Ariana Mohayaee
- Dr. William Ng
- Dr. Alyssa Nakaguchi
- Dr. Drew Dieckmann
- Dr. Ashley Peton
- Dr. Renzio M.B. Apostol
- Dr. Heather Goossen
- Dr. Eduardo de la Torre
- Dr. Natalie Tran
- Dr. Susan Her
- Dr. Carol Lee
- Dr. Jamie Legaspi
- Dr. Harmeet Takhar
- Dr. Sunny Ng
- Dr. Kc Yovino
- Dr. Jason Joh
- Dr. Victoria Suh
- Dr. Amanda Sampson
- Dr. Eslie Gutierrez
- Dr. Saher Taha
- Dr. Jennee Nickleson
- Dr. Susan Abbaszadeh
Our residency fellows
Our residency fellows are advanced trainees who have completed their first year of residency and are now focusing on specialized areas of pediatric pharmacy.
Gislia Negrete, PharmD
Pacific University School of Pharmacy
Dr. Gislia Negrete grew up in Southern California in the city of Santa Paula. She found a passion for pediatrics, serving the underserved, and patient advocacy while working as a medical assistant right out of high school. She attended the University of California, Davis, where she earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Biological Sciences. She later obtained her Doctor of Pharmacy degree at Pacific University in Hillsboro, Oregon. Some of her professional interests include ambulatory care, infectious diseases, cystic fibrosis, and general pediatric medicine. During her free time, she likes to watch movies/TV shows, anything related to food, traveling, playing with her dog, Rudy, and spending time with her friends and family. She completed her PGY1 residency training at Valley Children's and is excited to continue her journey at Valley Children's as a fellow.