r/PharmacyResidency

I feel very afraid. I’ve applied to so many jobs and have interviewed at three and I’ve already gotten rejected by one of them and it’s been over a month since I’ve heard from the other two… I did a residency so that I could make sure I had a job secured and I’m terrified right now

thoughts??! I’ve heard a range of 2 weeks to 8 weeks…

Hi everyone! I’m an incoming PGY1 and I’m interested in doing a PGY2 in EM (my program has an early commit option) so I’m just trying to get myself a little ahead of the curve.

Just wondering if anyone has a good resource that has like major clinical trials everyone should know/what’s new in the literature. And at the same time I’m trying to think of a topic that I can start researching now for grand rounds. I was kinda thinking the new stroke guidelines? I also thought about the PE guidelines and the RSI trial/RSI meds in general but idk if there’s really a ton I can talk about there since I feel like the ketamine vs etomidate conversation isn’t new at all. Any tips for an ED rotation would be muchhhh appreciated!

Tox topics/advice is also appreciated because my preceptors are also tox trained. Thank you!

hey guys i have PHARMD and if my gpa is 2.8 will it be hard to get matched in any programs or they don't really focus on gpa if my experience is good?

For anyone that got a PGY1 residency in pediatrics, what were some leadership positions and activities that you did that you believe help you stand out as a candidate?

Hi,

As noted above, I didn't match this year.

I'm committed to improving myself so I can secure a residency next year.

What would you recommend, how should I prepare, and what are my chances of getting the residency?

1. GPA 3.09

2. > 3 years of working as an intern in a medical center.

3. 2 years of leadership experience (1 student government, 2 student committees)

I have a situation. I will be a resident soon, so I am curious. I did not do a score transfer at the time of my NAPLEX. I didn’t think I needed to because I didn’t want to spend the money sending scores to states that I wasn’t sure about.

I didn’t I would be in a situation that I wouldn’t be licensed yet bc of the MPJE.

Now I am about to start residency soon in another state that isn’t in my primary state where my NAPLEX score is.

I was wondering what can be done other than getting licensed in my primary state. How can I send my NAPLEX score without doing that, so I can just take the MPJE for the state I am going to.

What is considered "too low" of an offer? Has anyone had difficulty finding open positions post residency? Wondering if people have needed to relocate for a position?

Any thoughts or preferences between clinical PGY1 residency and pharmacy administration PGY1/PGY2 residency? I would appreciate hearing pros/cons from either sides

Thank you!

I‘m honestly not in a good head space after this residency cycle. Phase I, Phase II, and even scramble now all have been unsuccessful.

Seeing so many “We regret to inform you” or “We have decided to give the position to another candidate“ amongst other phrases has just taken so much out of me. I’ve been spiraling downhill believing that I’m not qualified, competitive, or even smart enough as a candidate.

Is it even worth trying again next cycle?
Where do I go from here?
Should I be realistic and just stick to retail and just disregard my goals now?

hiiii, current resident starting ED rotation this month & its literally one of my biggest fears as I am more of an ambcare person but also know that this will be a formative month but would like any tips or pearls you all may have to help me get through it!

Hello! My site still has one position open for a PGY-1 for 2026-2027. We are located in Indiana. Please send me a direct message for more information if you are interested! I’ve had an amazing experience with my program and have only good things to say about it.

Has anyone taken the BCCCP this year? I just finished my PGY2 in CC and all my preceptors said the exam was super easy. But lately I’ve heard it’s gotten much harder and it’s not as clinical? Any guidance or advice would be much appreciated!

Hi everyone,

I am currently in my final year of PharmD in Pakistan (1 year until graduation) and my goal is to pursue an ASHP-accredited PGY1 residency in the US.

I’ve done initial research on the FPGEC certification process, but I’m looking for advice from those who have successfully navigated this path or RPDs who have ranked international graduates. Specifically:

• The Timeline Crunch: Since most PGY1s require licensure by 90 days into the program, how feasible is it to complete FPGEC, FPGEE, and the required internship hours (1,500+) in time to be "licensure-ready" for a July start date?
• Experience Gap: Are there specific clinical experiences I should prioritize in my final year in Pakistan that carry weight with US residency programs?
• Visa vs. Licensing: For those who made it, did you find it better to secure a green card/work permit first, or did you find programs willing to sponsor J-1/H-1B visas for international residents?
• The "What Not To Do": What are the biggest red flags or common mistakes foreign graduates make when applying through PhORCAS?

I want to be as realistic as possible about this transition.

Any insights on whether it's better to work as a licensed pharmacist in the US for a year before applying to residency?

I've gotten some emails that feel targeted and heard about others that went around, but I wasn't sure if it was coincidental

hey! I’m about to finish PGY-2 and I’m curious, how does everyone stay up to date with clinical knowledge after residency?