Ambulatory Care Residency at Community Care Physicians

Overview

The PGY2 Ambulatory Care Residency program through ACPHS and Community Care Physicians (CCP) is designed to transition PGY1 resident graduates from generalized practice to specialize in chronic disease state management, medication- therapy management and preventive care within the primary-care setting.

The program provides multidisciplinary patient-centered experiences caring for diverse populations across the lifespan. Along with opportunities to hone direct patient-care skills, completion of this program will produce residents who possess competencies needed for attainment of board certification in ambulatory care pharmacy (BCACP).

The ACPHS and CCP PGY2 Ambulatory-Care Residency shares the core values of the College and the medical group, which focus on belonging and inclusivity. The core values aim to establish a welcoming and inclusive environment and consider diversity as a source of innovation, enrichment and strength.

The PGY2 Ambulatory-Care Residency conducted by CCP and ACPHS is accredited by ASHP.

Residency Program Director:

• Alexandra Watson, PharmD, BCACP
  Associate Professor, Pharmacy Practice, Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences
  Clinical Pharmacist, Community Care Physicians

Residency Co-Preceptors:

• McKenzie Robillard, PharmD, BCACP – CCP Director of Pharmacy
• Kyle Guay, PharmD, BCGP – CCP Clinical Pharmacist
• Sheyli Tripathi, PharmD, BCGP – CCP Clinical Pharmacist

Program Activities

Direct Patient Care

You will work alongside primary-care practitioners and other members of the health-care team to enhance patient care. You will have the opportunity to improve patient care by providing disease-state management, medication- therapy management, preventive care, patient and caregiver education and addressing financial barriers to medication use. You will be involved in developing and participating in population-health projects to assess disease prevention and quality of care.

Professional Development

You will participate in activities that advance pharmacy practice within primary care. As a member of the Pharmacy Services Department at Community Care Physicians, you will assist in growing the pharmacy program. You will learn firsthand about the payment structures that sustain the Pharmacy Services Department within the primary-care setting and work with the team to identify new and innovative ways to expand the program.

Teaching

You will participate in didactic teaching in large and small classroom settings, as well as experiential teaching of ACPHS students on rotation. You may also complete a Teaching and Learning Program at ACPHS. You will also provide academic detailing for clinicians within Community Care Physicians.

Practice-Based Research

You will be involved in research and other scholarly projects throughout the year. You will complete a research project during the year that is publishable and eligible for submission at a national conference.

Resident Qualifications

Before applying for the PGY2 Ambulatory Care residency, applicants must:

• Be a graduate of an accredited school or college of pharmacy
• Have completed or expect to complete a PGY1 residency program
• Be eligible for New York licensure. The resident must complete licensure within two months of beginning the residency.
• An emphasis is placed on interpersonal skills, strong communication skills and a desire to provide patient-centered care in the primary care setting. The candidate should be self-motivated and display a commitment to professional development.

How to Apply

Interested applicants should submit a letter of intent, curriculum vitae and two letters of recommendation to PhORCAS by the second Monday in January.

Teaching and Learning Certificate Program

The Ambulatory Care Residency is complemented by an optional Teaching and Learning Certificate program. The program was developed by the College for residents seeking additional skills and experiences to help launch careers in academia.

About Community Care Physicians

Community Care Physicians (CCP) is the largest independent multispecialty medical group in the Capital Region of New York. CCP addresses the individual needs of patients seeking primary care, specialty care, urgent care and wellness services. The organization includes more than 420 practitioners across 80 locations, including 30 specialties.

Residency at a Glance