At the end of their training, VA pharmacy residents complete a Learner Perception Survey. Here are a few of the comments we've received from our residents.
Clinically Challenging Program
"My preceptors took many steps to maximize my exposure to a clinical environment. The training was very well organized, which made my clinical experiences much more valuable. I became interested in clinical pharmacy because of my experience here, and I hope that the program will continue for future pharmacy students."
"VA provided me with an excellent learning environment. There is a good mixture of practical clinical experience and didactic learning experiences at VA. I was also given the opportunity to participate in original research."
"I truly enjoyed my experience at VA. I feel that the amount I have learned is unbelievable and I feel much better prepared to be a clinical pharmacist on my own after this experience."
High Quality Mentorship
I was here for two months, each month with a different preceptor that specialized in a different area of pharmacy. Both months were excellent learning experiences and I enjoyed my time here."
"I am pleased with the VA Residency program. I would never have imagined learning so much in so little time. I would do my residency over again, without a doubt."
"I feel the environment and morale here is a conducive site for residents to learn and grow. My preceptors have been supportive mentors, not only through their teaching capacity, but also professionally and personally."
"I gained a lot of confidence through the program and was given autonomy with patient care. The preceptors and faculty are all excellent to work with."
"The preceptors at the site where I received my training were excellent. They were very intelligent, motivated and willing to let students move at their own pace. I very much enjoyed this rotation and have recommended this rotation to other students."
Rewarding Care Environment
"The patient care aspects of this residency position are beyond compare. The patients here are a pleasure to treat and show their appreciation again and again."
"Serving patients at VA was very rewarding. I felt I was making a difference."
"As a veteran myself, I am proud and honored to serve those who served their country as I had in the recent past."
"This is my second VA residency and each has been a wonderful experience that has cemented my desire to work only in the VA system. I would recommend VA residencies to anyone interested in clinical pharmacy."
Excellent Technology
"The most appreciative thing I can say about VA is its computerized system of notes, orders, and labs. This makes clinical work a lot easier to perform with each component readily available through the system."
"The computer system was great. It is great to be able to access someone's information when you are not on their particular floor."
