PGY1 Pharmacy Residents
PGY1 Pharmacy Residents
Jennifer Calhoun, PharmD
Doctor of Pharmacy: Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences
Research Topic: Evaluation of the Stress Dose Steroids in Patients in the ICU with Septic Shock
MUE: Serotonergic drug interactions involving linezolid
Jennifer is from Ballston Spa, NY. Jennifer is interested in critical care and emergency medicine and plans to pursue a PGY2. In her free time, Jennifer enjoys reading (primarily thrillers and literary fiction), discovering new coffee shops, and spending time outdoors with her family.
Francisco De La Cruz, PharmD
Doctor of Pharmacy: Northeastern University School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences
Research topic: Impact of Dalbavancin Use as a First-line Intravenous Antibiotic in Refractory Cellulitis on Hospital Admissions and Cost
MUE: Infusion-related reactions with daratumumab versus daratumumab-hyaluronidase
Francisco is from southeastern New Mexico. Francisco’s practice area of interest includes ambulatory care and medication safety, and his hope is to continue to build his clinical skills and pursue a PGY2 in ambulatory care. In his free time, Francisco enjoys running, reading and watching anything on Bravo!
Nicole Gaglia, PharmD
Doctor of Pharmacy: Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences
Research Topic: Fidaxomicin versus Vancomycin for initial and first recurrent episode
MUE: Potential Inconsistencies with DOAC Dosing when Recommended for Atrial Fibrillation
Nicole is from Staten Island, NY. Nicole went to UAlbany where she received a Bachelor’s in Biology in 2021 before getting her doctorate at Albany College of Pharmacy in 2025. In her free time, Nicole enjoys cooking, listening to music, taking care of her plants, and hanging with family and friends!
Katarina Scali, PharmD
Doctor of Pharmacy: Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences
Research Topic: MRSA coverage in patients presenting with sepsis and acute kidney injury
MUE: Oral fosfomycin clinical response rates
Katarina is from Hudson, NY. Katarina is interested in antimicrobial stewardship and critical care and hopes to build upon her clinical skills and establish connections with other healthcare professionals. She values the experiences this residency offers and appreciates research opportunities. In her free time, Katarina enjoys writing, listening to music/podcasts, playing guitar, video games, and watching anime.