Meet Our Pharmacy Residents

Veronica Bundang, PharmD
PGY1 Master of Science and Health-System Pharmacy Administration and Leadership Resident

• Hometown: San Jose, CA
• Undergraduate Education: University of California, Santa Cruz
• Pharmacy School: University of California, San Francisco
• Why I Chose Nationwide Children's: I have always been dedicated to pediatrics and Nationwide Children's Hospital is one of the few freestanding pediatric institutions that offer a HSPAL residency with a Master's in Pharmacy Leadership. Looking into the program, I was impressed by how much care is put into each patient's experiences here – from exemplary care, the Butterfly Paws and down to the thoughtfulness of the smallest details in the hospital's design. My biggest priority in choosing a program was a supportive environment that fostered both the professional and personal growth of each resident through genuine mentorship and it was clear that Nationwide Children's is exactly where I wanted to develop as a pediatric clinical pharmacist and grow as a leader. The connections I've made with everyone here, especially all my new best friends on this page, have made the move away from home worth it!
• Areas of Interest: Medication safety, inpatient pharmacy operations
• Personal Interests: Pottery and crafting, acquiring trinkets, New York Times games (especially a Tuesday crossword), spending time with family and friends

Sydney Stevens, PharmD
PGY1 Master of Science and Health-System Pharmacy Administration and Leadership Resident

• Hometown: Chillicothe, OH
• Undergraduate Education: The Ohio State University
• Pharmacy School: The Ohio State University
• Why I Chose Nationwide Children's: Since starting pharmacy school, I have always had a strong interest in pediatrics. I was fortunate to gain pediatric experience through my inpatient pharmacy internship and various IPPE and APPE rotations at Nationwide Children’s Hospital, all of which further reinforced my passion. It was during my pharmacy administration APPE rotation at Nationwide Children’s that I developed a strong interest in health-system pharmacy administration and leadership. As I began my residency search, I was looking for a program at a free-standing pediatric institution that prioritized patient safety and integrity, fostered a supportive learning environment and demonstrated a high level of pharmacist integration within both clinical and administrative teams. Beyond these qualities, I wanted a program committed to supporting my professional and personal growth through unique opportunities, meaningful experiences, and lasting connections. The Nationwide Children’s HSPAL program easily checked every box I was looking for in a residency program! Being able to witness firsthand the strong commitment to patient care, leadership development and professional collaboration made it clear that Nationwide Children’s was the ideal environment for me to pursue my goals. I had no doubt that this program would help me develop into the clinical pharmacist and leader I aspire to be!
• Areas of Interest: Clinical Management, Emergency Medicine, Critical Care, Longitudinal Leadership Development
• Personal Interests: Running, golf, traveling to new places, cooking and attending sporting events

Lauren Gabor Hahn, PharmD
PGY1 Community-Based Pharmacy Resident

• Hometown: West Jefferson, OH
• Undergraduate Education: Cedarville University
• Pharmacy School: Cedarville University School of Pharmacy
• Why I Chose Nationwide Children's: Throughout pharmacy school, I developed a passion for pediatric pharmacy, which was solidified after shadowing in the Cystic Fibrosis Clinic at Nationwide Children’s Hospital. I quickly realized the meaningful role pharmacists play at Nationwide Children’s in optimizing medication therapy and advancing innovative patient care. When looking for a residency that aligned with my goals, I knew I wanted to learn in a supportive, team-based environment with a breath of rotation opportunities. The Nationwide Children’s Community-Based program encompassed all these aspects with pharmacists serving as integral members of the healthcare team, preceptors who are intentional about developing confident new practitioners, and a unique structure that combines both specialty and ambulatory pharmacy experiences. Nationwide Children’s is truly a special place that always puts its patients first while empowering residents to practice at the top of their abilities and make a meaningful impact on the lives of children and their families!
• Areas of Interest: Ambulatory Care Pharmacy, Primary Care, Cystic Fibrosis
• Personal Interests: Reading, exploring new coffee shops, weightlifting, traveling with my husband and event planning

Alyssa Guckenberger, PharmD
PGY1 Community-Based Pharmacy Resident

• Hometown: Waukesha, WI
• Undergraduate Education: University of Wisconsin-Madison
• Pharmacy School: University of Wisconsin-Madison
• Why I Chose Nationwide Children's: Finding a residency program where I felt genuinely welcomed and supported in pursuing my career goals was one of my top priorities. From the very beginning of the residency match process, Nationwide Children’s Hospital made me feel like more than just an applicant; they made me feel like I belonged. It quickly became clear that the program's values aligned closely with my own, and I knew I had found a place where I could grow both personally and professionally. I have always been passionate about ambulatory care and pediatrics. I love the opportunity to build lasting relationships with patients and families through continuity of care while helping prevent acute health events and improve long-term outcomes. I'm also fascinated by the innovation that drives pediatric pharmacotherapy and the continued research dedicated to providing the safest and most effective treatments for children. The residency program at Nationwide Children’s Hospital aligned perfectly with my professional goals and the type of pharmacist I aspire to become. I can't wait to learn from this amazing team and make a meaningful impact on the patients and families we serve.
• Areas of Interest: Primary Care, Pulmonology, and Transplant
• Personal Interests: Reading, traveling, and exploring new restaurants and coffee shops!

Jessica Allred-Ambort, PharmD
PGY2 Pediatrics Pharmacy Resident

• Hometown: Little Rock, AR
• Undergraduate School: University of Central Arkansas
• Pharmacy School: University of Arkansas for the Medical Sciences
• Why I Chose Nationwide Children's: I chose this residency for the breadth of rotations, welcoming environment, and how invested the pharmacy team is in our learning. This program offers ample teaching opportunities as well as the ability to hone clinical skills to make well balanced clinical pharmacists. Nationwide Children’s also provides several resources to ensure we get the most out of our experience as residents. Amongst these reasons, I primarily was interested in a program that offered me a “home away from home” with a supportive environment to promote my individual growth. I love everything about Nationwide Children’s Hospital, the pharmacy department, and all the wonderful patients I get to work with every day!
• Areas of Interest: Cardiology, general pediatrics, pharmacogenomics, behavioral health
• Personal Interests: Weightlifting, reading, spending time with my husband and cats

Gabby Zerbini, PharmD
PGY2 Pediatrics Pharmacy Resident

• Hometown: Elyria, OH
• Undergraduate School: Ashland University
• Pharmacy School: The Ohio State University College of Pharmacy
• Why I Chose Nationwide Children's: I started my pharmacy journey as a technician at Nationwide Children’s Hospital and was fortunate enough to move into an intern role during pharmacy school. Throughout my time here I fell more and more in love with pediatrics and this institution. During my clinical experiences as an IPPE and APPE student, I learned so much about the residency program and what all the preceptors/leaders had to offer. Most importantly, the dedication to patient care, the safety culture and the positive department morale drew me to want to continue furthering my education here!
• Areas of Interest: Critical Care and Emergency Medicine
• Personal Interests: Crafts, traveling, playing sports/running, reading and discovering new places with my friends

Laura Pham, PharmD
PGY2 Pediatrics Pharmacy Resident

• Hometown: Queens, NY
• Undergraduate School: St John’s University College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences
• Pharmacy School: St John’s University College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences
• Why I Chose Nationwide Children's: I chose Nationwide Children's Hospital because I wanted to build on my PGY1 training by immersing myself in a pediatric-focused environment. My PGY1 residency was at a primarily adult institution, which gave me a strong foundation in clinical pharmacy, critical thinking, and interdisciplinary collaboration. However, through the pediatric experiences I've had, I realized that caring for children is where my passion lies, and I wanted to develop the specialized knowledge and skills needed to become a pediatric clinical pharmacist.
  Nationwide Children's offers the breadth and depth of pediatric training that I was looking for. The opportunity to work with a wide variety of pediatric patient populations, learn from nationally recognized pediatric pharmacists, and train at one of the leading children's hospitals would allow me to achieve my long-term goal of becoming a pediatric clinical pharmacist. I also appreciate the strong emphasis on teaching, research, and resident development, which aligns well with my career goal of becoming a clinical specialist who is involved in precepting and academia.
• Areas of Interest: NICU, Emergency Medicine and Hematology/ Oncology
• Personal Interests: Outside of pharmacy, I enjoy traveling and experiencing different cultures (especially through trying new foods!) I also enjoy reading and attending concerts in my free time.

Spencer Griffiths, PharmD
PGY1 Pharmacy Resident

• Hometown: Newton Falls, OH
• Undergraduate School: University of Akron
• Pharmacy School: The Ohio State University
• Why I Chose Nationwide Children's: I chose Nationwide Children’s Hospital because of its supportive pediatric learning environment and the opportunity to develop through broad clinical experiences. Having previously worked as an ambulatory pharmacy intern and completed rotations at Nationwide Children’s, I had already seen the strength of its mentorship, collaborative culture, and commitment to patient care. I knew this residency would challenge me, support my professional growth, and prepare me to become a confident, well-rounded pediatric pharmacist.
• Areas of Interest: Pediatric Emergency Medicine, Psychiatry, Ambulatory Care
• Personal Interests: Visiting new amusement parks with my family, Cleveland Guardians Baseball

Kaylee Clark, PharmD
PGY1 Pharmacy Resident

• Hometown: Miamisburg, OH
• Undergraduate School: The Ohio State University
• Pharmacy School: The Ohio State University
• Why I Chose Nationwide Children's: My experience training service dogs for children with disabilities sparked my interest in pediatric pharmacy, leading me to complete many APPE rotations at Nationwide Children’s Hospital. Through these rotations, I witnessed the impact that clinical pharmacists have as integral members of the interdisciplinary healthcare team. I also saw the dedication each pharmacist has on not only their patients, but also the learners they have on rotation with them. The wide variety of clinical experiences further reinforced my desire to train at Nationwide Children’s. I am so excited to continue my training at a program that will support me, strengthen my clinical skills, and prepare me for my future career as a clinical pharmacist.
• Areas of Interest: General Pediatrics, Infectious Disease, Academia
• Personal Interests: Outside of pharmacy, I enjoy spending time with my dog, exploring Metro Parks around the city, traveling and seeing Broadway shows and musicals.