Jaylen Ouk earned his Doctor of Pharmacy degree from the University of Southern California. He previously worked as an Inpatient Pharmacy Intern Providence Little Company of Mary Medical Center. Jaylen's passion for oncology began after completing a patient presentation on mucormycosis in a patient with lymphoblastic leukemia. The experience highlighted the complexity of oncology pharmacotherapy and motivated him to pursue further learning and clinical experiences in hematology and oncology.
Why City of Hope:
Driven by his aspiration to achieve the highest level of clinical practice in hematology and oncology, Jaylen was naturally drawn to City of Hope. With its extensive clinical resources and exceptional clinicians and preceptors, he is eager to expand his knowledge and expertise in these specialties. Aligned with City of Hope’s mission to pioneer innovative approaches to cancer care, Jaylen is motivated to explore areas of clinical uncertainty, contribute to evidence-based practice, and help shape the future of hematology and oncology care.
Simran received her Doctor of Pharmacy degree from USC Mann School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences. During pharmacy school, she worked as the Lead Intern at USC Norris Comprehensive Cancer Center in both the inpatient and outpatient settings and conducted research on acute myeloid leukemia. Simran knew since high school that she wanted to go into oncology, and even after keeping an open mind in pharmacy school and exploring other realms, she found her way back to oncology. In her free time, Simran likes to spend time with her Cavapoo puppy, try new coffee shops, and go to Disneyland.
Why City of Hope:
Simran has always had an interest in oncology given how dynamic and fast paced the environment is. She is dedicated to being a lifelong learner. Her experiences working in various pharmacy settings from the age of 18 to her pharmacy school rotations solidified her interest and curiosity into further discovering the disease and contributing to treating the community diagnosed with cancer. Training at one of the largest National Cancer Institutes allows her to grow personally, professionally, and as a future leader in pharmacy.
Margush is a graduate of the USC Alfred E. Mann School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences. During pharmacy school, she was actively involved in teaching and mentorship, serving as a tutor, Supplemental Instruction Leader, and peer mentor, helping fellow students strengthen their clinical knowledge and academic skills. Prior to residency, she worked as an Intern Pharmacist at the Adventist Health White Memorial. She has a strong interest in oncology and a passion for clinical education, with aspirations to combine patient care, teaching, and mentorship throughout her pharmacy career.
Why City of Hope:
Margush chose City of Hope for its excellence in oncology care, innovative research, and commitment to advancing cancer treatment. She was particularly drawn to the opportunity to learn from experienced oncology pharmacists while caring for patients with complex medical needs. She values City of Hope's collaborative environment and dedication to education and professional development, which align with her goals of becoming a skilled oncology pharmacist and contributing to the education and mentorship of future healthcare professionals.
John received his Doctor of Pharmacy from the University of Southern California. During pharmacy school, he worked as an inpatient pharmacy intern at MemorialCare Long Beach Medical Center, where he developed a strong interest in acute care and clinical pharmacy. He subsequently completed his PGY-1 Pharmacy Residency at Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center and is excited to continue his professional training and expand his oncology knowledge to become an expert in the field.
Why City of Hope:
During pharmacy school, John was first introduced to the field of oncology through his Advanced Pharmacy Practice Experience at USC Norris. He further developed his passion for hematology and oncology through various PGY-1 experiences at Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center and Sharp Memorial Hospital. Through these experiences, he had the opportunity to counsel patients and serve as an integral member of the interdisciplinary team, supporting meaningful improvements in patient care. John chose City of Hope because of the institution’s exceptional commitment to innovation and its dedication to advancing cancer care.
Kevin received his Doctor of Pharmacy with Highest Distinction from the University of North Carolina Chapel Hill. During pharmacy school, he worked as a cancer center infusion intern and a malignant hematology research intern at Duke University Hospital. He completed his PGY1 at City of Hope and is excited to continue his training as a PGY2. His interests in oncology include Malignant Hematology, Immunotherapies, and Hematopoietic Stem-Cell Transplantation. In his free time, he likes to go hiking and try restaurants around LA.
Why City of Hope:
During pharmacy school, Kevin worked at a large NCI center and became heavily involved in their CAR-T research. He picked COH to get exposure to a different practice at another large NCI center and to get exposure to the novel agents of the field and continue his passion in oncology research.
Daisy received her Doctor of Pharmacy degree from the University of Southern California. She completed her PGY-1 residency at Eisenhower Medical Center in Rancho Mirage and is excited to continue her residency training in oncology at City of Hope Orange County as the PGY-2 Oncology Pharmacy Resident. Her interests in oncology include, but are not limited to, solid tumor malignancies, such as gastrointestinal cancers, as well as hematologic malignancies. In her free time, she enjoys going to the movie theater and playing pickleball.
Why City of Hope:
During her advanced practice professional experiences at the Veterans Affairs Greater Los Angeles Healthcare System, Daisy had the opportunity to round with the oncology/hematology care team and counsel patients on their chemotherapy agents. This experience inspired her to pursue a PGY-2 training in oncology. She chose City of Hope to continue expanding her knowledge and experience in oncology while learning about novel therapies and advances in cancer management.
PGY-2 Medication Use Safety and Policy - Chapman Resident
Karen received her Doctor of Pharmacy from USC Mann School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences. During pharmacy school, she worked as an inpatient pharmacy intern at MemorialCare Long Beach Medical Center. She completed her PGY-1 pediatric acute care residency at MemorialCare Miller Children’s and Women’s Hospital Long Beach and is excited to continue her residency training at City of Hope. Her interests include medication safety and pediatrics, especially in general medicine and NICU. In her free time, she loves spending time with her friends and family, exploring new restaurants and cafes, and playing mobile video games.
Why City of Hope:
During her PGY-1, Karen was exposed to learning experiences in medication safety involving the pediatric population. She had analyzed medication errors and adverse drug reaction reports, attended medication safety meetings involving different healthcare disciplines, and participated in medication safety projects. Her interests led her to City of Hope to pursue a PGY-2 in Medication Use Safety and Policy, and she hopes to hone her problem solving and management skills throughout the year as she learns from City of Hope’s complex oncology population and medications.
PGY-2 Medication Use Safety and Policy - BD Resident
Anthony received his Doctor of Pharmacy from Western University of Health Sciences. During pharmacy school, he worked as a drug use management intern pharmacist at Kaiser Permanente where he supported formulary and quality improvement initiatives in San Bernardino County. He completed his PGY-1 at Providence St. Mary Medical Center in Washington and is excited to continue his residency training at City of Hope. His professional interests include medication safety, risk mitigation, and formulary management, with a focus on improving medication-use systems for oncology and other medically complex patient populations. In his free time, Anthony enjoys gaming, spending time at Disneyland, and exploring local cafes.
Why City of Hope:
During a pharmacy administration APPE at City of Hope, Anthony worked closely with the Medication-Use Safety and Policy resident at the time and discovered a strong interest in medication safety. Building on related experiences during his PGY-1, he was inspired to pursue this PGY-2 residency at City of Hope in collaboration with BD. He looks forward to expanding his skills in medication safety, quality improvement, and policy throughout the year.
Ivy received her Doctor of Pharmacy degree from the University of California, San Francisco. She completed her PGY-1 at County of Santa Clara Health System in the ambulatory care track and is excited to continue her residency training in infectious disease at City of Hope. Her interests include antimicrobial stewardship and ambulatory care. In her free time, she enjoys baking, crocheting and trying new cafes and bakeries.
Why City of Hope:
During her infectious disease APPE at Cedars-Sinai, Ivy was exposed to a wide variety of infections which sparked her interest in the field. She continued to build on that experience during her PGY-1 infectious disease rotation. Her goal for PGY-2 was to continue expanding her knowledge, which brought her to City of Hope. She looks forward to learning about uncommon and complex infections given the complex patient population.
