Current residents

Aidan Drkulec, PharmD

Aidan Drkulec, PharmD

PGY1 Pharmacy Resident (2026 - 27)

Pharmacy School: University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

Practice Areas of Interest: Oncology, Emergency Medicine

I chose Inova Fairfax Medical Campus because: I wanted to train at a program that would challenge me clinically while surrounding me with people who are invested in my growth. As a tertiary care center that serves a large and diverse population, I believe it is the ideal environment to build the clinical foundation and confidence needed for my career. 

Dena Ibrahim, PharmD

Dena Ibrahim, PharmD

PGY1 Pharmacy Resident (2026 - 27)

Pharmacy School: Virginia Commonwealth University

Practice Areas of Interest: Cardiology, Oncology, Critical Care

I chose Inova Fairfax Medical Campus because: it provides the opportunity to train at a high-acuity Level I Trauma Center while caring for a diverse patient population alongside a team committed to collaboration, growth, and mentorship. As a pharmacy student, my experiences at Inova allowed me to see firsthand the dedication of the pharmacy team to patient care, education, and professional development. The supportive culture, emphasis on clinical excellence, and diverse learning experiences make Inova the ideal place for me to continue growing as a clinical pharmacist and prepare for my future career. 

Halle Markle, PharmD

Halle Markle, PharmD

PGY2 Critical Care Pharmacy Resident (2026-2027)

Pharmacy School: The Ohio State University

PGY1 Pharmacy Residency: Inova Fairfax Medical Campus

Practice Areas of Interest: Trauma / Surgical critical care, medical ICU

I chose Inova Fairfax Medical Campus because: of its large academic medical center environment, high-acuity patient population, and the opportunity to practice at the top of my license while rotating through a diverse range of specialty areas. After completing my PGY1 here, I knew that I wanted to stay for a PGY2 in critical care because of the supportive culture, outstanding preceptors and mentors, and opportunities to continue developing as a critical care pharmacist by caring for some of the most medically complex patients.  

 

Joanna Nguyen, PharmD

Joanna Nguyen, PharmD

PGY2 Infectious Diseases Pharmacy Resident (2026-2027)

Pharmacy School: Virginia Commonwealth University

PGY1 Pharmacy Residency: Inova Fairfax Medical Campus

Practice Areas of Interest: Infectious Diseases, Antimicrobial Stewardship in Immunocompromised Hosts, Resistance Patterns

I chose Inova Fairfax Medical Campus because: IFMC is where I trained as a student and where I've grown as a resident, and it's shaped the kind of pharmacist I'm becoming. What stood out during my PGY1 was how the team balanced holding me to a high standard with genuinely supporting me along the way. As a Level 1 trauma center, we see infectious disease cases that are often complicated and high-stakes, and working through them is a big part of why I want to specialize in ID. Staying for my PGY2 with IFMC means continuing that work in a place I already know brings out my best. 

Melissa Sejas Carballo, PharmD

Melissa Sejas Carballo, PharmD

PGY1 Pharmacy Resident (2026 - 2027)

Pharmacy School: Shenandoah University

Practice Areas of Interest: Emergency Medicine and Infectious Diseases

I chose Inova Fairfax Medical Campus because: what stood out most to me about IFMC during my rotations was the people. I was fortunate to learn from preceptors who were dedicated to teaching and invested in my success. Combined with the opportunity to care for a diverse patient population at a Level I Trauma Center, IFMC provides an environment where I can continue to grow while exploring my interests in Emergency Medicine and Infectious Diseases. 

Brett Smedley, PharmD 

Brett Smedley, PharmD 

PGY1 Pharmacy Resident (2026 - 27) 

Pharmacy School: Shenandoah University 

Practice Areas of Interest: Oncology and Infectious Diseases 

I chose Inova Fairfax Medical Campus because: of its strong clinical training and diverse learning opportunities. During my student rotation and residency interview, I experienced a welcoming culture and met pharmacists who were genuinely invested in resident development. I felt it was the best environment to continue building my clinical skills and grow as a pharmacist. 

Hannah Sosa, PharmD

Hannah Sosa, PharmD

PGY1 Pharmacy Resident (2026 - 27)

Pharmacy School: University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus

Practice Areas of Interest: Emergency Medicine

I chose Inova Fairfax Medical Campus because: it offers the ideal environment to develop as a confident, well-rounded clinical pharmacist. As a Level I Trauma Center with a diverse and medically complex patient population, Inova provides exceptional opportunities to strengthen my clinical skills in high-acuity settings while pursuing my passion for emergency medicine. After interviewing with the program, I knew Inova was a place where I would be challenged, supported, and encouraged to reach my full potential. 

Cady Thomas, PharmD

Cady Thomas, PharmD

PGY2 Emergency Medicine Pharmacy Resident (2026-2027)

Pharmacy School: UNC Eshelman School of Pharmacy

PGY1 Pharmacy Residency: ECU Health Medical Center

Practice Areas of Interest: Toxicology, Medical Emergency Management

I chose Inova Fairfax Medical Campus because: I was drawn to the hospital’s high acuity patient population and the breadth of its rotation experiences. I wanted to train in an environment that would challenge me clinically while also providing a well-rounded foundation in emergency medicine. I was looking for a program with strong pediatric emergency services, meaningful exposure to behavioral health, and a robust toxicology experience. Those opportunities, combined with the chance to care for a diverse and complex patient population, made Inova Fairfax especially appealing to me. 

Tom Van Chau, PharmD

Tom Van Chau, PharmD

PGY1-2 Medication-Use Safety and Policy Pharmacy Resident (2026 - 28)

Pharmacy School: Virginia Commonwealth University

Practice Areas of Interest: Medication Safety, Pharmacy Informatics

I chose Inova Fairfax Medical Campus because: it felt like a place where I could grow both as a pharmacist and as a future leader in health-system pharmacy. Throughout the interview process, I was struck by the collaborative culture, the genuine investment in resident development, and the opportunities to be involved in meaningful system-level initiatives. My professional interests are in health-system pharmacy practice and improving the systems that support safe, effective patient care. I was excited by the opportunity to learn within an organization that values innovation, continuous improvement, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Inova offered the ideal environment to develop these interests while working alongside dedicated pharmacists and healthcare professionals who are passionate about making a difference for patients and the health system as a whole.

Pharmacy resident alumni

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Halle Markle, PharmD

Halle Markle, PharmD

Inova Residency: PGY1 Inova Fairfax Medical Campus (2025-2026)

Pharmacy School: The Ohio State University

Post-Residency: Critical Care PGY2, Inova Fairfax Medical Campus 

Christopher Bazaco, PharmD

Christopher Bazaco, PharmD

Inova Residency: PGY1 Inova Fairfax Medical Campus (2025-2026) 

Pharmacy School: Virginia Commonwealth University

Post-Residency: Oncology PGY2, Inova Health System  

Jimin Jun, PharmD

Jimin Jun, PharmD

Inova Residency: PGY1 Inova Fairfax Medical Campus (2025-2026)

Pharmacy School: Virginia Commonwealth University

Post-Residency: Critical Care PGY2, University Health at San Antonio

Thi Bao Ngan Le, PharmD

Thi Bao Ngan Le, PharmD

Inova Residency: PGY1 Inova Fairfax Medical Campus (2025-2026)

Pharmacy School: University of Illinois Chicago

Post-Residency: Internal Medicine/Cardiology Pharmacist, University of Virginia Medical Center 

Joanna Nguyen, PharmD

Joanna Nguyen, PharmD

Inova Residency: PGY1 Inova Fairfax Medical Campus (2025-2026)

Pharmacy School: Virginia Commonwealth University

Post-Residency: Infectious Diseases PGY2, Inova Fairfax Medical Campus 

Rachel Rivers, PharmD

Rachel Rivers, PharmD

Inova Residency: PGY2 Critical Care Inova Fairfax Medical Campus (2025-2026)

Pharmacy School: Virginia Commonwealth University

Post-Residency: Critical Care Clinical Pharmacist, Inova Fairfax Medical Campus 

Serra Holthaus, PharmD

Serra Holthaus, PharmD

Inova Residency: PGY2 Emergency Medicine Inova Fairfax Medical Campus (2025-2026)

Pharmacy School: The University of Texas at Austin

Post-Residency: Pursuing job opportunities in Texas  

Jennifer Estrellado, PharmD

Jennifer Estrellado, PharmD

Inova Residency: PGY1 Inova Fairfax Medical Campus (2024 – 25)  

Pharmacy School: University of Florida

Post-Residency: Solid Organ Transplant Senior Clinical Pharmacist, Inova Fairfax Hospital 

Sydney Roussel, PharmD

Sydney Roussel, PharmD

Inova Residency: PGY1 Inova Fairfax Medical Campus (2024 – 25)

Pharmacy School: Virginia Commonwealth University

Post-Residency: Solid Organ Transplant Senior Clinical Pharmacist, Inova Fairfax Hospital 

Lisa Trinh, PharmD

Lisa Trinh, PharmD

Inova Residency: PGY1 Inova Fairfax Medical Campus (2024 – 25)

Pharmacy School: University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill

Post-Residency: Oncology PGY2, University of Virginia Medical Center 

Sean Chi, PharmD

Sean Chi, PharmD

Inova Residency: PGY1 Inova Fairfax Medical Campus (2023 – 24) and PGY2 Emergency Medicine (2024 – 25)  

Pharmacy School: University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill

Post-Residency: Emergency Medicine Clinical Pharmacist, University of Vermont Medical Center

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Jun Hsu, PharmD

Jun Hsu, PharmD

Inova Residency: PGY1 Inova Fairfax Medical Campus (2023 – 24)  

Pharmacy School: VCU School of Pharmacy

Post-Residency: Transplant Clinical Pharmacist, Inova Fairfax Hospital

Christine Li, PharmD

Christine Li, PharmD

Inova Residency: PGY1 Inova Fairfax Medical Campus (2023 – 24)  

Pharmacy School: VCU School of Pharmacy

Post-Residency: Clinical Pharmacist, Inova Fairfax Hospital

Nia Doughty, PharmD

Nia Doughty, PharmD

Inova Residency: PGY1 Inova Fairfax Medical Campus (2022 – 23)

Pharmacy School: Shenandoah University

Post-Residency: Critical Care Clinical Pharmacist, Inova Fairfax Hospital

Deea Hoque, PharmD

Deea Hoque, PharmD

Inova Residency: PGY2 Critical Care (2022 – 23) 

Pharmacy School: Marshall University School of Pharmacy

Post-Residency: Critical Care Senior Clinical Pharmacist, Inova Alexandria Hospital

Maggie Thannisch, PharmD, BCCCP

Maggie Thannisch, PharmD, BCCCP

Inova Residency: PGY2 Critical Care (2021 – 22)

Pharmacy School: University of Arkansas

Post-Residency: Critical Care Senior Clinical Pharmacist, Inova Fairfax Hospital

Annie Jeon, PharmD, BCPS

Annie Jeon, PharmD, BCPS

Inova Residency: PGY1 Inova Fairfax Medical Campus (2020 – 21)  

Pharmacy School: Virginia Commonwealth University

Post-Residency: Emergency Medicine Clinical Pharmacist, Inova Fairfax Hospital

Kendra Jones, PharmD, BCPS

Kendra Jones, PharmD, BCPS

Inova Residency: PGY1 Inova Fairfax Medical Campus (2020 – 21)  

Pharmacy School: University of Kentucky

Post-Residency: Oncology Senior Clinical Pharmacist, Inova Fairfax Hospital

Lauren Albertina, PharmD, BCCCP

Lauren Albertina, PharmD, BCCCP

Inova Residency: PGY2 Critical Care (2020 – 21)

Pharmacy School: St. Louis College of Pharmacy

Post-Residency: Critical Care Senior Clinical Pharmacist and PGY1 Residency Program Director, Inova Fairfax Hospital