The Loma Linda University PGY2 Oncology Pharmacy Residency Program is fully accredited by the American Society of Health-System Pharmacists (ASHP).

The resident will develop the knowledge, attitude, and skills necessary to become an advanced pharmaceutical care practitioner in the area of oncology. The program is structured to suit the individual needs of the resident and provide an environment of quality training in pharmaceutical care. The PGY2 Oncology Residency Program offers the opportunity to experience a variety of oncology practice settings such as adult oncology, pediatric oncology, ambulatory infusion clinics, palliative care service, investigational drug service, or symptom management clinic. Loma Linda University Health is dedicated to the necessary training of competent clinical pharmacists in specialized areas. Loma Linda University Health is home to six hospitals and many clinics, including the Loma Linda University Cancer Center and the James M. Slater Proton Treatment and Research Center.

Post Graduate Year Two (PGY2)

Oncology Residency Goals

  • Become proficient in the pharmacologic management of the cancer patient by providing comprehensive supportive care and symptom management recommendations.
  • ​Function as a productive member of a multi-disciplinary oncology team.
  • Provide patient-centered pharmaceutical care.
  • Improve both written and verbal communication skills.
  • Acquire adequate knowledge and skills to prepare for and attain Board Certified Oncology Pharmacist (BCOP) certification upon completion of the program.

Resident Responsibilities

  • Actively participate in oncology patient care rounds, monitor patients and assess the appropriateness of drug therapy.
  • Provide oncology drug information and education to patients, caregivers, and other healthcare professionals.
  • Attend tumor boards, Cancer Committee  and other oncology meetings.
  • Precept pharmacy students and/or PGY1 residents.
  • Develop oncology-related guidelines and actively participate in process improvement initiatives.
  • Successfully complete an oncology-focused research project to present at the Hematology/Oncology Pharmacy Association (HOPA) Annual Conference.
  • Prepare a manuscript suitable for publishing.
  • Present two topics at monthly Oncology Pharmacy Team Meetings.
  • Contribute an article to and provide editor duties for an issue of the quarterly Pharmacy Newsletter.
  • Participate in the Loma Linda University School of Pharmacy Oncology Course.
  • Successfully complete ASHP Competency Areas, Goals and Objectives for PGY2 Oncology Pharmacy.
  • Fulfill all PGY2 Pharmacy Residencies in Oncology Appendix topic areas requirements.
  • Complete required learning experiences.

Required and Elective Learning Experiences

Required Learning Experiences

  • Administration – Longitudinal
  • Adult Cancer Center Pharmacy
  • Adult Inpatient Hematology/Oncology
  • Adult Medical Oncology Clinic
  • Ambulatory Clinic - Longitudinal
  • Gynecologic Oncology
  • Investigational Drug Service - Longitudinal
  • Oncology Course – Longitudinal
  • Orientation
  • Palliative Care / Symptom Management
  • Research - Longitudinal
  • Transplant and Cellular Therapy (TCT/BMT)
     

Elective Experiences

  • ICU - Medical
  • Infectious Disease – Adult
  • Nutritional Support
  • Pediatric Hematology/Oncology Infusion Center
  • Pediatric Inpatient Hematology/Oncology
  • Specialty Pharmacy
  • Surgical Oncology

Teaching Certificate Program

Teaching Certificate Program

Unless previously completed during PGY1 residency, residents enrolled in the PGY2 Program will participate in the Loma Linda University School of Pharmacy Teaching Certificate Program. The goal of the program is to provide participants the experience and guidance necessary to understand and apply current educational issues in pharmacy education. In order to earn the certificate, each participant must meet the following requirements:

  1. Participate in all scheduled sessions and workshops.
  2. Present a didactic classroom session (at least 1 hour) to pharmacy students.
  3. Engage in a longitudinal teaching experience in the PY3 curriculum that includes the development of at least one case (with a grading key) and overseeing group discussions about patient cases.
  4. Co-precept one Advanced Pharmacy Practice Experience (APPE) or Introductory Pharmacy Practice Experience (IPPE) student, if assigned.
  5. Develop a written statement of teaching philosophy.
  6. Develop a satisfactory teaching portfolio.

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