PGY1 and PGY2 24-Month Pharmacotherapy Residency

Mission Statement:

We strive to prepare board-certified pharmacotherapy specialists with the skills needed to deliver comprehensive care in outpatient primary care and inpatient general medicine settings and effectively teach professional students and post-graduate trainees.

Program Description:

The Idaho State University Pharmacotherapy Residency is a two-year program jointly funded by the Departments of Pharmacy Practice and Family Medicine that provides clinical pharmacy services in both the inpatient and outpatient care settings. Pharmacotherapy residents participate in multidisciplinary rounds on the inpatient medicine service and work hand-in-hand with medical residents to provide therapeutic recommendations and improve patient outcomes. This residency is accredited with the American Society of Health-System Pharmacists.

Contact:
Jordan Ferro, PharmD, BCPS
(208) 282-1233  |  jordanferro@isu.edu 

Program Structure

2022-2023 Residency Class

Concentrated

Orientation (2 weeks)

Business Plan (2 weeks)

Block

Internal Medicine I and II (8 weeks each)

Internal Medicine III (4 weeks)

Pharmacotherapy I and II (8 weeks each)

Inpatient Pharmacy (8 weeks)

Emergency Medicine (4 weeks)

Pediatrics (4 weeks)

Pharmacotherapy-psych emphasis (4 weeks)

Critical Care (8 weeks)

Ambulatory Care (8 weeks)

Advanced Internal Medicine I (8 weeks)

Advanced Internal Medicine II (4 weeks)

Managed Care (12 weeks)

Electives (two 4 week blocks + 1 longitudinal)

Longitudinal

Pharmacotherapy Clinic I and II (12 months each)

Residency Project I and II (12 months each)

Leadership and Professional Development (24 months)

Management (3 months)

Academia I and II (12 months each)

Patient Centered Dispensing (24 months)

Electives

Advanced Academia

• Two 4 week blocks + one 6-month longitudinal
• Electives are conditional on appropriate progression in the program
• Residents may repeat any core learning experience as an elective opportunity

• Health Benefits: Group life, health, dental and vision insurance coverage are available
• ISU Tuition: Employees and spouses may enroll in university courses for a nominal fee, and many workshops and programs are offered at no charge to employees and their families.
• Fifteen (15) days of paid leave per year
• Eleven (11) paid holidays
• Financial assistance for professional meeting attendance
• Stipend: $52,530 - $55,156

Training Sites

• Health West ISU
• Portneuf Medical Center
• Bengal Pharmacy
• MedImpact, Inc
• ISU College of Pharmacy

Application Requirements

• Completion of and ACPE-accredited PharmD program
• Eligibility for licensure in Idaho
• Official Pharmacy School transcripts
• Current Curriculum Vitae
• Three (3) professional letters of reference
• On-site interview
• Participation in PhORCAS and the National Matching Service

Current Pharmacotherapy Residents

	Kerrin Kramer, PharmD PGY-2 Kerrin Kramer was born and raised in Fort Wayne, Indiana, and earned her Doctor of Pharmacy degree from Ohio Northern University’s Raabe College of Pharmacy in 2025. She has a strong interest in ambulatory care and is passionate about helping patients manage chronic conditions through personalized, compassionate care. She is excited to continue expanding her clinical knowledge, gain exposure to a wide range of disease states, and explore opportunities in academia throughout her residency. Kerrin looks forward to working collaboratively with other healthcare providers to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care.  Outside of pharmacy, she enjoys spending time outdoors, staying connected with friends and family across the country, and unwinding at home with her dog, Hank.
	Abby Straley, PharmD PGY-1 Abby Straley graduated from Idaho State University L.S. Skaggs College of Pharmacy, receiving her Doctor of Pharmacy degree in May of 2026. Her professional interests include family medicine and pharmacy education, though she enjoys the variety that pharmacy offers and values opportunities to broaden her clinical expertise. As a resident, Abby appreciates the opportunity to continue developing her clinical skills while caring for a diverse patient population. She enjoys working alongside physicians, residents, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive care and enhance the patient experience. Outside of pharmacy, Abby enjoys spending time outdoors, including hiking, backpacking, mountain biking, and rock climbing. She looks forward to a career that combines patient care, teaching, and lifelong learning.
	Grace Onaiwu, PharmD PGY-1 Grace Onaiwu was born in Nigeria and grew up in Frisco, Texas. She earned her Doctor of Pharmacy degree from Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center in 2026. Grace’s clinical interests include ambulatory care and academia. She is excited to further expand her clinical knowledge and skills through the ISU Pharmacotherapy Residency Program while building a strong foundation in the management of acute and chronic disease states across diverse patient populations. She values the opportunity to care for patients across the continuum of care and looks forward to working collaboratively with the interprofessional healthcare team to improve patient outcomes. Grace is excited to continue growing as a clinical pharmacist while building meaningful relationships with patients and the community. Outside of pharmacy, Grace enjoys roller skating, ice skating, and spending time with family and friends.