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Preceptors

Good Samaritan Hospital Pharmacy Preceptors
Mark Albright PharmD, BCCP Rotation(s): General Cardiology (PGY1), Advanced Heart Failure, Heart Failure Clinic Training & Education: Doctor of Pharmacy (Ohio State University), PGY1 and PGY2 Cardiology at University of Virginia Medical Center About: Dr. Albright started at TriHealth Bethesda North Hospital in 2021 after completing a PGY1 Pharmacy Practice and PGY2 Cardiology Pharmacy residency at the University of Virginia Medical Center in Charlottesville, VA. His current role is clinical pharmacist with the majority of his time spent working on the advanced heart failure service, Cardiovascular ICU, and telemetry units. Mark is extremely excited to help the advanced heart failure service line, cardiology pharmacy residency program, and the individual pharmacy residents develop and mature over time. It is one of the most satisfying and rewarding parts of the job. Mark earned his undergraduate and PharmD degrees from Ohio State (Go Bucks!) and always enjoy cheering on the Buckeyes, Reds, and Blue Jackets outside of work.
Taha Alhayani, PharmD, BCPS Rotation(s): Internal Medicine (PGY1 & PGY2 IM), Diabetes Management (PGY2 IM), Residency Project (PGY2 IM) Training & Education: Doctor of Pharmacy – University of Cincinnati (2020); PGY1 – UC Medical Center (2021); PGY2 Internal Medicine – Good Samaritan TriHealth Hospital (2022) About: Dr. Alhayani has been with TriHealth since 2021, completing his Internal Medicine PGY2 pharmacy residency with our program before joining our team as an Internal Medicine Clinical Pharmacy Specialist. He also serves as the Residency Program Coordinator for the PGY2 IM program. He received a BS in Chemistry and PharmD from the University of Cincinnati. He is originally from Iraq and has called Cincinnati his home for more than 8 years. Outside of work, he is passionate about soccer, video games, traveling, and exploring new restaurants and coffee shops.
Amneh Alzatout, PharmD, BCPS Rotation(s): Internal Medicine (PGY1 and PGY2 IM), Orientation (PGY2 IM), Weekend Practice Staffing (PGY2 IM) Training & Education: Doctor of Pharmacy – University of Cincinnati (2020); PGY1 Residency – UC Health – West Chester Hospital (2021); PGY2 Internal Medicine Residency – The Christ Hospital (2022) About: Directly after completing her two years of residency, Dr. Alzatout joined Good Samaritan Hospital as an Internal Medicine Clinical Pharmacy Specialist in 2022. Within pharmacy she has a passion for transitions of care, diversity/inclusion, and gastroenterology. Outside of pharmacy, she enjoys traveling, trying new restaurants, and hanging out with friends and family (including her two cats, Samour and Maui).
Shirin Bigdeliazari, PharmD, MBA Rotation(s): Pharmacogenomics Training & Education: Doctor of Pharmacy & Master of Business Administration – University of Kentucky (2020); PGY1 Good Samaritan TriHealth Hospital (2021) About: Dr. Bigdeliazari has been with TriHealth since graduating from University of Kentucky in 2020. After completion of her PGY1 residency at Good Samaritan, Dr. Bigdeliazari joined the TriHealth Precision Medicine team as the Pharmacogenomics Clinical Coordinator. During her PGY1 year, she gravitated towards pharmacogenomics and obtained a certification in PGx which prepared her well for her current role as a pharmacogenomics pharmacist. She is passionate about direct patient care, bridging the gap between science and clinical practice, and precepting students and residents.
Brandy Brown, PharmD, BCEMP Rotation(s): Longitudinal Administration (PGY1) Training & Education: University of Kentucky: Bachelor of Science in Human Nutrition (2015) and Doctorate of Pharmacy (2019); PGY1 at University of Kentucky St. Claire Regional Medical Center About: Dr. Brown joined TriHealth in 2025 as the GSH Clinical Coordinator and PGY1 Residency Program Director, following five years of practice in Emergency Medicine across health systems in Kentucky and West Virginia. Dr. Brown is passionate about expanding clinical services, advancing medication safety, developing and mentoring pharmacists through residency training, and fostering the growth and development of pharmacy staff. Dr. Brown is actively involved in professional organizations, including the Kentucky Society of Health System Pharmacists, where she serves on the Board of Directors. Outside of her professional role, Dr. Brown enjoys running, cooking and spending time with her husband and their three sons.
Jacob Cannan, PharmD, BCPS, BCCCP Rotation(s): Neurovascular Intensive Care Training & Education: Doctor of Pharmacy (Ohio Northern University – 2011) About: Dr. Cannan joined the clinical ranks of Good Samaritan Pharmacy in 2018 and has quickly become a leader within the department. As a versatile, critical-care-oriented pharmacist, Dr. Cannan serves as a dedicated specialist on the neurovascular critical care team.
Emily Dhamija, PharmD, BCPS, BCCCP Rotation(s): Emergency Medicine Training & Education: Doctor of Pharmacy – Ohio Northern University (2018); PGY1 – University of Toledo Medical Center (2019) About: After playing volleyball for the Polar Bears while earning her PharmD at ONU, Dr. Beasley completed her PGY1 residency at the University of Toledo Medical Center. She then went on to become a Clinical Staff Pharmacist at Wake Forest Baptist Hospital in North Carolina, covering the intensive care units, emergency department, and operating rooms. She is passionate about critical care, emergency medicine, and multidisciplinary education. Outside of the hospital, she enjoys traveling, spending time with family, and supporting local sports teams.
Beth Dunkel, PharmD, BCPS Rotation(s): Neonatal Intensive Care, Obstetrics & Antepartum Training & Education: Doctor of Pharmacy – University of Cincinnati (2011) About: Dr. Dunkel initially began her pharmacy career with Trihealth in 2006 as a pharmacy technician/intern. Following graduation, she stayed on board as a clinical pharmacist and discovered her passion for neonatal intensive care. Given her years of experience working in the pharmacy department, Dr. Dunkel is knowledgeable of pharmacy operations and enjoys sharing her expertise when onboarding PGY1 residents.
Colin Fitzgerrel, PharmD, BCPS, BCIDP Rotation(s): Infectious Diseases, Resident Research Project Training & Education: Doctor of Pharmacy (Purdue University – 2007); PGY1 Residency – Morton Plant Hospital (2008) About: Dr. Fitzgerrel has been with TriHealth since 2014 after spending many years as a critical care pharmacist in Clearwater, Florida. Since leaving bedside care, he served as the GSH department clinical coordinator and PGY1 RPD for 8 years before taking on the role of system manager of clinical pharmacy services. Dr. Fitzgerrel focuses his efforts on drug policy development, clinical service line expansion, and staff development.
Mike Friebe, PharmD Rotation(s): Pharmacy Informatics Training & Education: Doctor of Pharmacy – The Ohio State University (2018); PGY1 Residency – Cleveland Clinic Hillcrest Hospital (2019); PGY2 Pharmacy Informatics Residency – Lipscomb University/Vanderbilt University Medical Center About: Dr. Friebe joined TriHealth Pharmacy in 2020. He is passionate about bridging the gap between technology and healthcare. He is part of the pharmacy informatics team, which works closely with pharmacy operations and clinical coordinators to determine the best ways to configure Epic and various automation systems to ensure TriHealth can provide safe, high-quality medication therapy to its patients.
Alexander Gray PharmD, BCPS, BCCP Rotation(s): General Cardiology (PGY1 & PGY2 Cardiology), Advanced Heart Failure, Heart Failure Clinic, Administration (PGY2 Cardiology) Training & Education: Doctor of Pharmacy (Ohio Northern University – 2013), Residency Henry Ford Allegiance Health – Jackson, MI (2014) About: Dr. Gray joined TriHealth Bethesda North Hospital in 2014 after completion of his PGY1 residency. After working as a clinical pharmacist for 5 years, he officially started the PGY2 Cardiology program and moved into his current position of Cardiology Clinical Coordinator. What Alex enjoys most about working at TriHealth is the opportunity to grow and build a program from the ground up. Alex also enjoys his great co-workers who make coming to work even more fun. Outside of pharmacy, he enjoys soccer, a lot, including playing in recreation leagues and going to FC Cincinnati games. He also enjoys spending time with friends and family, including his three children.
Jordan Hollmeyer, PharmD, BCCCP Rotation(s): Neurovascular Intensive Care, Medical Intensive Care (PGY1 and PGY2 IM) Training & Education: Doctor of Pharmacy – University of Cincinnati (2022); PGY1 and PGY2 Critical Care Residency – Corewell Health (2023-2024) About: Dr. Jordan Hollmeyer, originally from Cincinnati, Ohio, began her pharmacy career in the TriHealth system as a pharmacy technician and intern before earning her Doctor of Pharmacy degree from the University of Cincinnati. She subsequently relocated to Michigan to complete both PGY1 and PGY2 Critical Care Pharmacy Residencies within the Corewell Health System, developing advanced expertise in intensive care pharmacotherapy. Upon completing her residency, she returned to join the Good Samaritan Hospital team as a Critical Care Pharmacy Specialist, where she currently co-precepts residents on the neuro and medical surgical ICU rotations. Dedicated to fostering clinical excellence and a positive learning environment, Dr. Hollmeyer is passionate about mentoring the next generation of pharmacy professionals. Beyond her clinical work, she enjoys spending quality time with her French bulldog, Walter, as well as engaging with friends and family.
Katie Lippard, PharmD Rotation(s): Neonatal ICU Training & Education: Doctor of Pharmacy - University of Cincinnati (2014) About: Katie has been with TriHealth since 2022 after finding her passion for neonatology while previously working as a NICU and women’s health pharmacist at UC Medical Center. Her favorite parts of her job are teaching students and residents, building the NICU pharmacy service line, getting to learn new things every day as the field of neonatology advances, contributing her clinical expertise to the multidisciplinary NICU team, and getting to see babies discharge home with their families. Outside of work, she loves spending time with her family and friends, baking and cooking, traveling, outdoor activities, and riding horses.
Nate Miller PharmD, BCPS, BCOP Rotation(s): Hematology/Oncology Training & Education: Doctor of Pharmacy (UC James L. Winkle College of Pharmacy), PGY1 - Bethesda North Hospital (2018) About: Dr. Miller was born and raised in the Clifton neighborhood of Cincinnati. He spent 4 years in Brunswick, Maine for his undergraduate education and obtained a bachelor’s in chemistry. After enduring dozens of snowstorms and eating countless lobster rolls in the Pine Tree State, Nate returned to his more temperate hometown to pursue a career pharmacy. He completed a PGY1 residency at Bethesda North Hospital and then stayed on to be a clinical pharmacist working mainly with the antimicrobial stewardship team and in the medical oncology unit. In 2021, Nate transferred to Good Samaritan Hospital to assume a lead role within the hematology/oncology service line.
Patrick O’Hearn, PharmD, BCPS Rotation(s): Orientation (PGY1), Acute Inpatient Care (PGY1), Pharmacy Practice/Staffing (PGY1) Training & Education: Doctor of Pharmacy – Pacific University School of Pharmacy (2021); PGY1 – St. Charles Health System - Bend, OR (2022) About: Dr. O’Hearn completed his PGY1 Pharmacy Residency in Bend, OR at St. Charles Health System and then spent time staffing as an inpatient hospital pharmacist at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base in Dayton, OH before joining TriHealth in October 2022. He enjoys spending time with his family, playing music, listening to comedy podcasts, and all things related to Cincinnati sports.
Claire Rennie, PharmD, BCACP Rotation(s): Endocrinology Training & Education: Doctor of Pharmacy – The Ohio State University (2023); PGY1 and PGY2 in Ambulatory Care at Lexington Veterans Affairs Health Care System About: Dr. Rennie joined TriHealth in 2025 as a Clinical Pharmacy Specialist in Endocrinology after completing her PGY1 and PGY2 residencies at the Lexington VA. Her favorite aspects of the role include interacting with patients and working closely amongst a multidisciplinary team. In her spare time, she enjoys attending concerts, cooking, and cheering on the Buckeyes and the Bengals.
Joseph Schum, PharmD, BCPS Rotation(s): Ambulatory Care (PGY1 & PGY2 IM), Literature Evaluation & Education (PGY2 IM), Teaching Certificate (PGY1) Training & Education: Doctor of Pharmacy – University of Cincinnati (2019); PGY1 & PGY2 Internal Medicine – Good Samaritan TriHealth Hospital (2020, 2021) About: Dr. Schum has been with TriHealth since graduating from the University of Cincinnati in 2019. He completed both his PGY1 residency and PGY2 Internal Medicine residency at Good Samaritan Hospital. After initially joining the internal medicine team upon completion of his residency training, he transitioned to the role of Clinical Pharmacy Specialist for the Faculty Medical Center, our on-site internal medicine clinic.
Amy Seither, PharmD Rotation(s): General Cardiology (PGY1), Advanced Heart Failure, General Cardiology Rounding, Electrophysiology and Interventional Cardiology, Residency Research Coordinator (PGY2 Cardiology) Training & Education: Doctor of Pharmacy with minors in chemistry and patient care research (Butler University; Indianapolis, IN) (2020), PGY1 UC Health – West Chester Hospital (2021); PGY2 Cardiology TriHealth – Bethesda North Hospital (2022) About: Dr. Seither stayed on at TriHealth Bethesda North Hospital after completion of her PGY2 Cardiology Pharmacy Residency in 2022. She took on the role of Cardiology Clinical Pharmacist Specialist where she spends her time working with the Advanced Heart Failure service and Cardiovascular ICU. She is excited for the opportunity to precept learners of all backgrounds and to help grow the residency program and research curriculum. She enjoys listening to audiobooks, spending time with family and friends, and trying new restaurants around town.
Natalie Smith, PharmD Rotation(s): Orientation (PGY1), Acute Care (PGY1) Training & Education: Denison University (Bachelor of Arts, 2013), University of Cincinnati (PharmD, 2021); PGY1 at Bethesda North About: Dr. Smith joined the Good Samaritan pharmacy team in summer of 2021 after completing residency. Her professional interests include oncology and infectious disease, and she is passionate about promoting antimicrobial stewardship at Good Samaritan. She also enjoys teaching and precepting, and serving as a mentor for students, residents, and newer pharmacists alike. Outside of work, Natalie enjoys writing, playing several instruments, and caring for her menagerie of pets.
Corey Wirth, PharmD, BCPS Rotation(s): Internal Medicine (PGY1 & PGY2 IM); Palliative Medicine (PGY2 IM), Orientation (PGY2 IM) Training & Education: Doctor of Pharmacy – The Ohio State University ; PGY1 Residency – Louis Stokes Veterans Affairs Medical Center About: Dr. Wirth has been an internal medicine clinical pharmacist with Good Samaritan since completion of her residency. She also serves as the PGY2 Internal Medicine Residency Program Director, which was founded in 2019.. She is a truly passionate teacher as evidenced by the volume of student pharmacists and residents she educates on an annual basis, and by her recognition by the University of Cincinnati as Preceptor of the Year.
Nancy Wuestefeld, PharmD, BCCCP Rotation(s): Medical Intensive Care (PGY1 and PGY2 IM), Nephrology (PGY2 IM) Training & Education: Doctor of Pharmacy – Butler University (2000); PGY1 Residency – University of Cincinnati Medical Center (2001) About: Dr. Wuestefeld serves as the clinical pharmacist of Good Samaritan’s medical-surgical intensive care unit, and is the pharmacy representative for many interdisciplinary committees. As a former clinical coordinator, Dr. Wuestefeld’s knowledge of clinical practice and system processes are readily apparent to our residents. Her dedication to their professional growth leads to frequent requests to repeat this required learning experience.

Good Samaritan Hospital Pharmacy Preceptors

Mark Albright PharmD, BCCP

Rotation(s): General Cardiology (PGY1), Advanced Heart Failure, Heart Failure Clinic

Training & Education: Doctor of Pharmacy (Ohio State University), PGY1 and PGY2 Cardiology at University of Virginia Medical Center

About: Dr. Albright started at TriHealth Bethesda North Hospital in 2021 after completing a PGY1 Pharmacy Practice and PGY2 Cardiology Pharmacy residency at the University of Virginia Medical Center in Charlottesville, VA. His current role is clinical pharmacist with the majority of his time spent working on the advanced heart failure service, Cardiovascular ICU, and telemetry units. Mark is extremely excited to help the advanced heart failure service line, cardiology pharmacy residency program, and the individual pharmacy residents develop and mature over time. It is one of the most satisfying and rewarding parts of the job. Mark earned his undergraduate and PharmD degrees from Ohio State (Go Bucks!) and always enjoy cheering on the Buckeyes, Reds, and Blue Jackets outside of work.

Taha Alhayani, PharmD, BCPS

Rotation(s): Internal Medicine (PGY1 & PGY2 IM), Diabetes Management (PGY2 IM), Residency Project (PGY2 IM)

Training & Education: Doctor of Pharmacy – University of Cincinnati (2020); PGY1 – UC Medical Center (2021); PGY2 Internal Medicine – Good Samaritan TriHealth Hospital (2022)

About: Dr. Alhayani has been with TriHealth since 2021, completing his Internal Medicine PGY2 pharmacy residency with our program before joining our team as an Internal Medicine Clinical Pharmacy Specialist. He also serves as the Residency Program Coordinator for the PGY2 IM program. He received a BS in Chemistry and PharmD from the University of Cincinnati. He is originally from Iraq and has called Cincinnati his home for more than 8 years. Outside of work, he is passionate about soccer, video games, traveling, and exploring new restaurants and coffee shops.

Amneh Alzatout, PharmD, BCPS

Rotation(s): Internal Medicine (PGY1 and PGY2 IM), Orientation (PGY2 IM), Weekend Practice Staffing (PGY2 IM)

Training & Education: Doctor of Pharmacy – University of Cincinnati (2020); PGY1 Residency – UC Health – West Chester Hospital (2021); PGY2 Internal Medicine Residency – The Christ Hospital (2022)

About: Directly after completing her two years of residency, Dr. Alzatout joined Good Samaritan Hospital as an Internal Medicine Clinical Pharmacy Specialist in 2022. Within pharmacy she has a passion for transitions of care, diversity/inclusion, and gastroenterology. Outside of pharmacy, she enjoys traveling, trying new restaurants, and hanging out with friends and family (including her two cats, Samour and Maui).

Shirin Bigdeliazari, PharmD, MBA

Rotation(s): Pharmacogenomics

Training & Education: Doctor of Pharmacy & Master of Business Administration – University of Kentucky (2020); PGY1 Good Samaritan TriHealth Hospital (2021)

About: Dr. Bigdeliazari has been with TriHealth since graduating from University of Kentucky in 2020. After completion of her PGY1 residency at Good Samaritan, Dr. Bigdeliazari joined the TriHealth Precision Medicine team as the Pharmacogenomics Clinical Coordinator. During her PGY1 year, she gravitated towards pharmacogenomics and obtained a certification in PGx which prepared her well for her current role as a pharmacogenomics pharmacist. She is passionate about direct patient care, bridging the gap between science and clinical practice, and precepting students and residents.

Brandy Brown, PharmD, BCEMP

Rotation(s): Longitudinal Administration (PGY1)

Training & Education: University of Kentucky: Bachelor of Science in Human Nutrition (2015) and Doctorate of Pharmacy (2019); PGY1 at University of Kentucky St. Claire Regional Medical Center

About: Dr. Brown joined TriHealth in 2025 as the GSH Clinical Coordinator and PGY1 Residency Program Director, following five years of practice in Emergency Medicine across health systems in Kentucky and West Virginia. Dr. Brown is passionate about expanding clinical services, advancing medication safety, developing and mentoring pharmacists through residency training, and fostering the growth and development of pharmacy staff. Dr. Brown is actively involved in professional organizations, including the Kentucky Society of Health System Pharmacists, where she serves on the Board of Directors. Outside of her professional role, Dr. Brown enjoys running, cooking and spending time with her husband and their three sons.

Jacob Cannan, PharmD, BCPS, BCCCP

Rotation(s): Neurovascular Intensive Care

Training & Education: Doctor of Pharmacy (Ohio Northern University – 2011)

About: Dr. Cannan joined the clinical ranks of Good Samaritan Pharmacy in 2018 and has quickly become a leader within the department. As a versatile, critical-care-oriented pharmacist, Dr. Cannan serves as a dedicated specialist on the neurovascular critical care team.

Emily Dhamija, PharmD, BCPS, BCCCP

Rotation(s): Emergency Medicine

Training & Education: Doctor of Pharmacy – Ohio Northern University (2018); PGY1 – University of Toledo Medical Center (2019)

About: After playing volleyball for the Polar Bears while earning her PharmD at ONU, Dr. Beasley completed her PGY1 residency at the University of Toledo Medical Center. She then went on to become a Clinical Staff Pharmacist at Wake Forest Baptist Hospital in North Carolina, covering the intensive care units, emergency department, and operating rooms. She is passionate about critical care, emergency medicine, and multidisciplinary education. Outside of the hospital, she enjoys traveling, spending time with family, and supporting local sports teams.

Beth Dunkel, PharmD, BCPS

Rotation(s): Neonatal Intensive Care, Obstetrics & Antepartum

Training & Education: Doctor of Pharmacy – University of Cincinnati (2011)

About: Dr. Dunkel initially began her pharmacy career with Trihealth in 2006 as a pharmacy technician/intern. Following graduation, she stayed on board as a clinical pharmacist and discovered her passion for neonatal intensive care. Given her years of experience working in the pharmacy department, Dr. Dunkel is knowledgeable of pharmacy operations and enjoys sharing her expertise when onboarding PGY1 residents.

Colin Fitzgerrel, PharmD, BCPS, BCIDP

Rotation(s): Infectious Diseases, Resident Research Project

Training & Education: Doctor of Pharmacy (Purdue University – 2007); PGY1 Residency – Morton Plant Hospital (2008)

About: Dr. Fitzgerrel has been with TriHealth since 2014 after spending many years as a critical care pharmacist in Clearwater, Florida. Since leaving bedside care, he served as the GSH department clinical coordinator and PGY1 RPD for 8 years before taking on the role of system manager of clinical pharmacy services. Dr. Fitzgerrel focuses his efforts on drug policy development, clinical service line expansion, and staff development.

Mike Friebe, PharmD

Rotation(s): Pharmacy Informatics

Training & Education: Doctor of Pharmacy – The Ohio State University (2018); PGY1 Residency – Cleveland Clinic Hillcrest Hospital (2019); PGY2 Pharmacy Informatics Residency – Lipscomb University/Vanderbilt University Medical Center

About: Dr. Friebe joined TriHealth Pharmacy in 2020. He is passionate about bridging the gap between technology and healthcare. He is part of the pharmacy informatics team, which works closely with pharmacy operations and clinical coordinators to determine the best ways to configure Epic and various automation systems to ensure TriHealth can provide safe, high-quality medication therapy to its patients.

Alexander Gray PharmD, BCPS, BCCP

Rotation(s): General Cardiology (PGY1 & PGY2 Cardiology), Advanced Heart Failure, Heart Failure Clinic, Administration (PGY2 Cardiology)

Training & Education: Doctor of Pharmacy (Ohio Northern University – 2013), Residency Henry Ford Allegiance Health – Jackson, MI (2014)

About: Dr. Gray joined TriHealth Bethesda North Hospital in 2014 after completion of his PGY1 residency. After working as a clinical pharmacist for 5 years, he officially started the PGY2 Cardiology program and moved into his current position of Cardiology Clinical Coordinator. What Alex enjoys most about working at TriHealth is the opportunity to grow and build a program from the ground up. Alex also enjoys his great co-workers who make coming to work even more fun. Outside of pharmacy, he enjoys soccer, a lot, including playing in recreation leagues and going to FC Cincinnati games. He also enjoys spending time with friends and family, including his three children.

Jordan Hollmeyer, PharmD, BCCCP

Rotation(s): Neurovascular Intensive Care, Medical Intensive Care (PGY1 and PGY2 IM)

Training & Education: Doctor of Pharmacy – University of Cincinnati (2022); PGY1 and PGY2 Critical Care Residency – Corewell Health (2023-2024)

About: Dr. Jordan Hollmeyer, originally from Cincinnati, Ohio, began her pharmacy career in the TriHealth system as a pharmacy technician and intern before earning her Doctor of Pharmacy degree from the University of Cincinnati. She subsequently relocated to Michigan to complete both PGY1 and PGY2 Critical Care Pharmacy Residencies within the Corewell Health System, developing advanced expertise in intensive care pharmacotherapy. Upon completing her residency, she returned to join the Good Samaritan Hospital team as a Critical Care Pharmacy Specialist, where she currently co-precepts residents on the neuro and medical surgical ICU rotations. Dedicated to fostering clinical excellence and a positive learning environment, Dr. Hollmeyer is passionate about mentoring the next generation of pharmacy professionals. Beyond her clinical work, she enjoys spending quality time with her French bulldog, Walter, as well as engaging with friends and family.

Katie Lippard, PharmD

Rotation(s): Neonatal ICU

Training & Education: Doctor of Pharmacy - University of Cincinnati (2014)

About: Katie has been with TriHealth since 2022 after finding her passion for neonatology while previously working as a NICU and women’s health pharmacist at UC Medical Center. Her favorite parts of her job are teaching students and residents, building the NICU pharmacy service line, getting to learn new things every day as the field of neonatology advances, contributing her clinical expertise to the multidisciplinary NICU team, and getting to see babies discharge home with their families. Outside of work, she loves spending time with her family and friends, baking and cooking, traveling, outdoor activities, and riding horses.

Nate Miller PharmD, BCPS, BCOP

Rotation(s): Hematology/Oncology

Training & Education: Doctor of Pharmacy (UC James L. Winkle College of Pharmacy), PGY1 - Bethesda North Hospital (2018)

About: Dr. Miller was born and raised in the Clifton neighborhood of Cincinnati. He spent 4 years in Brunswick, Maine for his undergraduate education and obtained a bachelor’s in chemistry. After enduring dozens of snowstorms and eating countless lobster rolls in the Pine Tree State, Nate returned to his more temperate hometown to pursue a career pharmacy. He completed a PGY1 residency at Bethesda North Hospital and then stayed on to be a clinical pharmacist working mainly with the antimicrobial stewardship team and in the medical oncology unit. In 2021, Nate transferred to Good Samaritan Hospital to assume a lead role within the hematology/oncology service line.

Patrick O’Hearn, PharmD, BCPS

Rotation(s): Orientation (PGY1), Acute Inpatient Care (PGY1), Pharmacy Practice/Staffing (PGY1)

Training & Education: Doctor of Pharmacy – Pacific University School of Pharmacy (2021); PGY1 – St. Charles Health System - Bend, OR (2022)

About: Dr. O’Hearn completed his PGY1 Pharmacy Residency in Bend, OR at St. Charles Health System and then spent time staffing as an inpatient hospital pharmacist at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base in Dayton, OH before joining TriHealth in October 2022. He enjoys spending time with his family, playing music, listening to comedy podcasts, and all things related to Cincinnati sports.

Claire Rennie, PharmD, BCACP

Rotation(s): Endocrinology

Training & Education: Doctor of Pharmacy – The Ohio State University (2023); PGY1 and PGY2 in Ambulatory Care at Lexington Veterans Affairs Health Care System

About: Dr. Rennie joined TriHealth in 2025 as a Clinical Pharmacy Specialist in Endocrinology after completing her PGY1 and PGY2 residencies at the Lexington VA. Her favorite aspects of the role include interacting with patients and working closely amongst a multidisciplinary team. In her spare time, she enjoys attending concerts, cooking, and cheering on the Buckeyes and the Bengals.

Joseph Schum, PharmD, BCPS

Rotation(s): Ambulatory Care (PGY1 & PGY2 IM), Literature Evaluation & Education (PGY2 IM), Teaching Certificate (PGY1)

Training & Education: Doctor of Pharmacy – University of Cincinnati (2019); PGY1 & PGY2 Internal Medicine – Good Samaritan TriHealth Hospital (2020, 2021)

About: Dr. Schum has been with TriHealth since graduating from the University of Cincinnati in 2019. He completed both his PGY1 residency and PGY2 Internal Medicine residency at Good Samaritan Hospital. After initially joining the internal medicine team upon completion of his residency training, he transitioned to the role of Clinical Pharmacy Specialist for the Faculty Medical Center, our on-site internal medicine clinic.

Amy Seither, PharmD

Rotation(s): General Cardiology (PGY1), Advanced Heart Failure, General Cardiology Rounding, Electrophysiology and Interventional Cardiology, Residency Research Coordinator (PGY2 Cardiology)

Training & Education: Doctor of Pharmacy with minors in chemistry and patient care research (Butler University; Indianapolis, IN) (2020), PGY1 UC Health – West Chester Hospital (2021); PGY2 Cardiology TriHealth – Bethesda North Hospital (2022)

About: Dr. Seither stayed on at TriHealth Bethesda North Hospital after completion of her PGY2 Cardiology Pharmacy Residency in 2022. She took on the role of Cardiology Clinical Pharmacist Specialist where she spends her time working with the Advanced Heart Failure service and Cardiovascular ICU. She is excited for the opportunity to precept learners of all backgrounds and to help grow the residency program and research curriculum. She enjoys listening to audiobooks, spending time with family and friends, and trying new restaurants around town.

Natalie Smith, PharmD

Rotation(s): Orientation (PGY1), Acute Care (PGY1)

Training & Education: Denison University (Bachelor of Arts, 2013), University of Cincinnati (PharmD, 2021); PGY1 at Bethesda North

About: Dr. Smith joined the Good Samaritan pharmacy team in summer of 2021 after completing residency. Her professional interests include oncology and infectious disease, and she is passionate about promoting antimicrobial stewardship at Good Samaritan. She also enjoys teaching and precepting, and serving as a mentor for students, residents, and newer pharmacists alike. Outside of work, Natalie enjoys writing, playing several instruments, and caring for her menagerie of pets.

Corey Wirth, PharmD, BCPS

Rotation(s): Internal Medicine (PGY1 & PGY2 IM); Palliative Medicine (PGY2 IM), Orientation (PGY2 IM)

Training & Education: Doctor of Pharmacy – The Ohio State University ; PGY1 Residency – Louis Stokes Veterans Affairs Medical Center

About: Dr. Wirth has been an internal medicine clinical pharmacist with Good Samaritan since completion of her residency. She also serves as the PGY2 Internal Medicine Residency Program Director, which was founded in 2019.. She is a truly passionate teacher as evidenced by the volume of student pharmacists and residents she educates on an annual basis, and by her recognition by the University of Cincinnati as Preceptor of the Year.

Nancy Wuestefeld, PharmD, BCCCP

Rotation(s): Medical Intensive Care (PGY1 and PGY2 IM), Nephrology (PGY2 IM)

Training & Education: Doctor of Pharmacy – Butler University (2000); PGY1 Residency – University of Cincinnati Medical Center (2001)

About: Dr. Wuestefeld serves as the clinical pharmacist of Good Samaritan’s medical-surgical intensive care unit, and is the pharmacy representative for many interdisciplinary committees. As a former clinical coordinator, Dr. Wuestefeld’s knowledge of clinical practice and system processes are readily apparent to our residents. Her dedication to their professional growth leads to frequent requests to repeat this required learning experience.