Current Residents

Nikko Bonavoglia, PharmD

PGY-2 Critical Care Pharmacy Resident

Education: Wilkes University Nesbitt School of Pharmacy

Area of Interest: Critical Care, Cardiology, Infectious Diseases

Hometown: Olyphant, PA

"Since my interview at Abington, I felt the environment fostered learning and growth of residents into great pharmacists in many areas of pharmacy. During my PGY-1 at Abington, I was challenged by preceptors to develop my critical thinking skills and therefore gain unforgettable experiences. The program has allowed me to form bonds with preceptors and co-residents. Early in my PGY-1 year, I knew I wanted to continue my training as a PGY-2 resident at Abington. The multiple ICUs available for rotations, including medical, cardiac, trauma, and neurosurgery, allow me the opportunity to be a well-rounded clinician."

Jennifer Kelly, PharmD

PGY-2 Infectious Diseases Pharmacy Resident

Education: Ernest Mario School of Pharmacy

Areas of Interest: Antimicrobial Stewardship and Critical Care

Hometown: Alexandria Township, NJ

"I selected Abington Hospital for my PGY1 because it was the only interview I attended where I genuinely laughed, and felt connected with the preceptors and immediately knew I wanted to build my pharmacy career here. Due to my strong interest in Infectious Diseases and the many opportunities offered, I early committed to the PGY-2 program. The relationships I have built over the past year and a half with my preceptors, pharmacy staff, and other medical personnel throughout the hospital has been invaluable to me. Abington is incredibly special because you are immediately welcomed into the family, and the contribution by pharmacy is appreciated and sought after by providers throughout the institution."

Keely Gambler, PharmD

PGY-1 Pharmacy Resident

Education: University of Pittsburgh School of Pharmacy

Areas of Interest: Internal Medicine, Pain Management, Geriatrics

Hometown: York, PA

"After visiting Abington Hospital – Jefferson Health during the open house recruitment event, I was very impressed with the dedication of the preceptors to the PGY-1 program. It was evident that they were all invested in the learning and development of the resident’s clinical skills. Furthermore, the relationship between the pharmacy department and physicians at Abington is exceptional and therefore allows the pharmacy residents to operate with autonomy. Lastly, I was very interested in the preceptor certificate program, since precepting is one of my interests."

Sarah Hughes, PharmD

PGY-1 Pharmacy Resident

Education: Wilkes University Nesbitt School of Pharmacy

Areas of Interest: Infectious diseases and critical care

Hometown: Scranton, PA

"When beginning the residency search, I knew I wanted to be part of a program that had strong learning experiences in my areas of interest. Abington Hospital – Jefferson Health offers numerous rotation options in both infectious diseases and critical care. My interactions with the preceptors on interview day solidified my interest in the program. The preceptors are welcoming and demonstrate a passion for teaching."

Lindsey M. Kip, PharmD

PGY-1 Pharmacy Resident

Education: Western New England College of Pharmacy & Health Sciences

Areas of Interest: Critical Care, Infectious Diseases, Pain Management, Teaching

Hometown: Emerson, NJ

"I chose Abington because I was looking for a well-rounded acute care PGY-1 experience with a variety of rotations. Aside from the traditional clinical rotations I participate in multiple subcommittees, medication safety initiatives, and research projects. Due to my passion for teaching, I wanted a program with a strong precepting component. Abington has their own year-long Preceptor Certificate program specifically designed to help residents with professional growth and development. Furthermore, the impact and scope of past residents’ research projects attracted me to the program."