Burgess B. Freeman III

PharmD

• Type of Residency Training Completed at OSU:
  Pharmacy Practice (PGY1)
  
• Current Position:
  Director, Preclinical Pharmacokinetic Shared Resource, St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital (SJCRH), Memphis, TN
  
• Year of Residency Completion: 2003
  

“Why” was completing a residency at Ohio State beneficial to your career?”

I would say my time at OSUMC was an accelerated, intense introduction to the world of clinical pharmacy and the academic biomedical apparatus. I learned about appropriate and pragmatic application of pharmacotherapy across diverse practice areas; this has benefitted my career in the field of drug discovery and development. I also learned “soft skills,” like how to effectively interact with colleagues of a varying nature and to be part of a team (“Code Blues” come to mind). The pharmacy administration rotations exposed me to basic tenants I’ve built upon through my career, and often use in my responsibilities as a core laboratory director. Finally, the relationships I formed with preceptors and fellow residents endure to this day. I am grateful to have had my experiences at OSUMC, and to call myself an alum of the program.

Any particular career accomplishments you would like to highlight? Publications, Awards, Grant Funding, etc?

I was recently an integral part of a team responsible for moving SJCRH’s first ever novel small molecule investigational new drug toward the clinic. The antimalarial SJ733 is slated for a single ascending dose Phase I study in healthy subjects in early 2016.

I was a co-author on several recent manuscripts in Cancer Cell and Cell Reports, both of which are high-impact journals in the field of oncology research.

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Sidney Drake, PharmD

1. Why did I choose to complete a residency? I’m completing a pharmacy residency to challenge myself and prepare for a career in ambulatory care. I want to make a meaningful impact by advocating for my patients and helping them understand their health. This residency builds my skills in close patient collaboration, especially in managing their health and medications, and I’m committed to exploring every avenue to improve access to healthcare and medication guidance. My drive stems from a genuine desire to empower patients in their healthcare journey, helping them make informed decisions, while I continue to grow professionally and personally with each experience.
2. Why OSU? I chose OSUWMC because it was obvious that the mentorship and culture within the pharmacy residency program was strong. I felt confident that I would gain exposure to a wide variety of specialties and circumstances that would push me, all while having the support to navigate it. Working with pharmacists that not only care about me as a resident, but as a person, makes me feel welcome and cultivates an environment I am comfortable learning in.

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Cathy Kuhn

Name: Cathy Kuhn, PharmD

Type of Residency or Extended Training Completed:
ASHP-APhA Accredited Pharmacy Practice Residency With Emphasis in Community Care

Current Position: Regional Clinical Coordinator

“Why do you enjoy precepting pharmacy residents?”

I find precepting pharmacy residents to be a rewarding way to give back to the profession of pharmacy. As previous preceptors have done for me, precepting allows me to work side-by-side with the resident to promote their growth and learning.  Being a resident/new practitioner is a challenging time as you work to leave your footprints in the pharmacy world, but preceptors are there to help.  I enjoy being able to mentor residents and share my knowledge, skills, and experiences. Furthermore, I am challenged by residents professionally so that I can stay on top of my pharmacy game!