Abbey Carr is originally from Robbins, TN. She received her Doctor of Pharmacy degree from the University of Kentucky College of Pharmacy in 2024. Her practice interests include hematology/oncology, pediatrics, and pain management and palliative care. In addition to her clinical responsibilities, Dr. Carr serves on the Children's P&T Committee and Recruitment Committee at Duke University Hospital and is completing the Teaching and Precepting Certificate Program. Her research will evaluate uncovering gender and age differences in EGFR and ALK-inhibitor toxicity management. Upon completion of PGY1 pharmacy residency, she plans to pursue a PGY2 pharmacy residency in one of her clinical interest areas. In the future, she hopes to obtain board certification and practice at an academic medical center where she can pursue clinical and precepting opportunities. Outside of pharmacy, she enjoys spending time with her husband and mini goldendoodle, reading, going on walks, and cheering on the UK Wildcats!
Paul Chan is originally from Saline, MI. He received his Bachelor of Science in Pharmaceutical Sciences from the University of Michigan and Doctor of Pharmacy Degree from the University of North Carolina School of Pharmacy. His practice interests include cardiology and emergency medicine. In addition to his clinical responsibilities, Dr. Chan serves on the Cardiology Formulary Evaluation Team and is participating in the Teaching and Precepting Certificate Program. This year, his research will evaluate the impact of piperacillin-tazobactam order panel updates on operational outcomes. Upon completion of his PGY1 residency, Dr. Chan is interested in pursuing a PGY2 residency in one of his interest areas. In the future, he hopes to obtain board certification and practice at a large academic medical center where he can further pursue clinical, research, and precepting opportunities. Outside of pharmacy, he enjoys cooking, golfing, and attending Durham Bulls baseball games!
Katarina Eckstein-Schoemann is originally from Lake Mary, Florida. She received her Bachelor of Science in Applied Physiology and Kinesiology and Doctor of Pharmacy Degree from the University of Florida. Her practice interests include oncology and solid organ transplant. In addition to her clinical responsibilities, Dr. Eckstein-Schoemann serves on the Oncology Formulary Evaluation Team and is participating in the Teaching and Precepting Certificate Program. This year, her research will be evaluating blinatumomab vs inotuzumab in B Cell Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia First Relapse. Upon completion of her PGY1 residency, Dr. Eckstein-Schoemann is interested in pursuing a PGY2 residency in one of her interest areas. In the future, she hopes to obtain board certification and practice at a large academic medical center where she can further pursue clinical, research, and teaching opportunities. Outside of pharmacy, she enjoys exploring local farmers markets, going to concerts, working out at Orangetheory, and cheering on the Florida Gators!
Shana Katz is originally from Charlotte, NC. She received her Bachelor of Science in Neuroscience from the University of Kentucky and Doctor of Pharmacy from the University of North Carolina Eshelman School of Pharmacy. Her practice interests include solid organ transplant and critical care. In addition to her clinical responsibilities, Dr. Katz serves on the Antimicrobial Stewardship Formulary Evaluation Team and is working to complete the Teaching and Learning Certificate Program. This year, her research will evaluate glycemic control in thoracic transplant patients receiving hepatitis C NAT+ donor organs. Upon completion of her PGY1 Pharmacy Residency, she plans to pursue a second year of residency training in one of her clinical interest areas. In the future, Dr. Katz hopes to obtain board certification and practice at an academic medical center where she can be involved in clinical and precepting opportunities. Outside of pharmacy, she enjoys spending time with friends, family, and her miniature dachshund Hazel!
Morgan LaMarc is originally from Lakewood Ranch, FL. She received her Doctor of Pharmacy degree from the University of Florida College of Pharmacy. Her practice interests include oncology and internal medicine. In addition to her clinical responsibilities, Dr. LaMarc serves on the Neurosciences Formulary Evaluation Team and is completing the Teaching and Learning Certificate Program. This year, her research will evaluate lower posaconazole levels for prophylaxis of invasive fungal infections after allogeneic stem cell transplant. Upon completion of her PGY1 residency, Dr. LaMarc is interested in pursuing a PGY2 residency in one of her interest areas. In the future, she hopes to obtain board certification and practice at a large academic medical center where she can further pursue clinical, research, and precepting opportunities. Outside of pharmacy, she enjoys hiking and spending time with family.
Kaely Miller was born and raised in Oak Ridge, NC. She received her Doctor of Pharmacy degree from High Point University Fred Wilson School of Pharmacy and her MBA in Healthcare Management from High Point University. Her clinical practice interest is Emergency Medicine. In addition to her clinical responsibilities, Dr. Miller serves on the ICU/Anesthesia Formulary Evaluation team and is completing the Teaching and Learning Certificate Program. She is also involved nationally as a Member-at-Large on the American College of Clinical Pharmacy Resident Advisory Committee. This year, her research project is a propensity-matched retrospective cohort study evaluating early post-hospitalization follow-up for patients receiving OPAT. Upon completion of her PGY1 pharmacy residency, she plans to pursue a PGY2 in Emergency Medicine. In the future, Dr. Miller plans to pursue specialty board certification and practice at a large academic medical center where she can be involved in clinical, research, and leadership opportunities. Outside of pharmacy, she enjoys spending time in the gym, watching professional hockey and football, and outside with her 2 dogs and horse!
Molly O’Connell is originally from New London, Wisconsin. She received her Doctor of Pharmacy from the University of Wisconsin-Madison School of Pharmacy in 2024. Her practice interests include critical care and infectious diseases. In addition to her clinical responsibilities, Dr. O’Connell serves on the Antimicrobial Stewardship Formulary Evaluation Team at Duke University Hospital and is completing the Teaching and Precepting Certificate Program. Her research will evaluate the differences in opioid and sedation requirements for mechanically ventilated patients who take Suboxone (buprenorphine/naloxone) prior to admission compared to those who are opioid naïve and opioid tolerant. Upon completion of PGY1 pharmacy residency, she plans to pursue a second year of residency in one of her clinical interest areas. In the future, she hopes to obtain board certification and practice at an academic medical center where she can further pursue clinical, research, and precepting opportunities. Outside of pharmacy, she enjoys reading, trying new restaurants, talking with family and friends, and traveling!