PGY2 Oncology Pharmacy Residency at Miami Cancer Institute Preceptors

Jessica Unzaga, Pharm.D., BCOP is the Pharmacy Clinical Manager for Hematology and Stem Cell Transplant at Miami Cancer Institute, part of Baptist Health South Florida. A South Florida native and graduate of the University of Florida, she completed her PGY1 residency at the VA Tennessee Valley Healthcare System and her PGY2 oncology residency at Methodist University Hospital in Memphis. Dr. Unzaga joined BHSF in 2018 and now leads Clinical Pharmacy Services in Hematology, Stem Cell Transplant, and Cellular Therapy, driving quality, innovation, and standardized practice across the health system. Passionate about teaching, she serves as a faculty preceptor for multiple colleges of pharmacy and was honored with the PGY2 Preceptor of the Year Award in 2019. Since 2022, she has proudly served as the Director of the PGY2 Oncology Pharmacy Residency Program at MCI, where she continues to shape the next generation of oncology pharmacists.

Dr. Amaya is an Immunocompromised Infectious Diseases and Antimicrobial Stewardship Pharmacy Specialist at the Miami Cancer Institute (MCI), part of Baptist Hospital of Miami. He earned his Doctor of Pharmacy degree from the University of Colorado Skaggs School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences in 2018. He completed his PGY1 pharmacy residency at Nebraska Medicine in Omaha, followed by a PGY2 residency in Infectious Diseases at Corewell Health William Beaumont University Hospital in Royal Oak, Michigan. His clinical interests include febrile neutropenia, viral reactivation, invasive fungal infections, antibiotic allergies, healthcare informatics, medication safety, and personal development. At MCI, he serves as co-chair of the Antimicrobial Stewardship Collaborative, working alongside an interdisciplinary team to develop and implement antimicrobial use guidelines, protocols, and policies tailored to oncology patients, particularly those undergoing treatment for hematologic malignancies, hematopoietic stem cell transplantation, and cellular therapies. He is also actively involved in pharmacy education as a preceptor for students and residents on the Immunocompromised Infectious Diseases rotation. He enjoys running and participating in several ministries at his church.

Audra Andersen, Pharm.D., BCOP practices as a Clinical Pharmacy Specialist in the malignant hematology clinics at Miami Cancer Institute. She obtained her Doctor of Pharmacy degree from the University of Wisconsin-Madison and completed PGY1 residency training at Aurora Health Care in Milwaukee, WI. She practiced as an oncology pharmacist at University of Chicago Medicine and Northwestern Medicine, helping both programs establish their oncology specialty pharmacy services. She has an interest in precepting students and residents.

Michelle M. Bustamante., Pharm.D., BCPPS, is a Pharmacy Clinical Specialist at the Miami Cancer Institute at Baptist Health South Florida. She earned her Doctor of Pharmacy degree in 2010 from the University of Florida College of Pharmacy. After graduation, she completed a PGY-1 with pediatric emphasis at Wolfson Children’s Hospital/Baptist Health, in Jacksonville, Florida, where she also obtained her teaching certificate from the University of Florida. Upon completion of residency, she began her pharmacy career as a Clinical Pharmacist at Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital. During her 7 years at JDCH, Dr. Bustamante became a Clinical Specialist in Pediatric Hematology Oncology and also obtained her board certification in pediatric pharmacotherapy. In 2018 Dr. Bustamante transitioned to her current role as the primary pediatric oncology pharmacy specialist with an additional role in research, at the Miami Cancer Institute/Baptist Health South Florida. Michelle is currently the main preceptor of the pediatric rotation for the PGY2 Investigational Drugs and Research Pharmacy Residency, the PGY-2 Oncology Pharmacy Residency; and the program coordinator of the IDR-PGY2 program.

Eric Cheung is a dedicated Oncology Clinical Pharmacy Specialist and proud preceptor within the Oncology and Investigational Drug Research Post-Graduate Year-2 (PGY-2) Residency Programs at the Miami Cancer Institute. He is passionate about providing compassionate, evidence-based care to patients facing some of the toughest battles — and equally passionate about training the next generation of oncology pharmacists. He specializes in breast cancer and breast cancer clinical trials where he thrives on translating complex regimens and protocols into meaningful, patient-centered care. As a preceptor, he is known for being approachable, enthusiastic about teaching, and always ready to throw in a clinical pearl or two (and maybe a joke if the timing feels right). He strongly believes that growth happens outside your comfort zone — and that every question is a good question (especially if it sparks a great discussion). Residents can expect a rotation filled with high-impact learning, thoughtful feedback, and a supportive environment to help them gain both confidence and competence in the ever-evolving world of oncology.

Eduardo A. Guizan Corrales, Pharm.D., BCOP is an Inpatient Oncology Clinical Pharmacy Specialist supporting the malignant hematology and hematopoietic stem cell transplant services at the Miami Cancer Institute, Baptist Health South Florida. Eduardo was born in Cuba, but later migrated to the United States and grew up in Miami, Florida. He received his Bachelor of Arts in Chemistry from The University of North Carolina and obtained his Doctor of Pharmacy degree from Nova Southeastern University in 2019. Dr. Guizan Corrales completed a PGY1 pharmacy practice residency with Baptist Hospital of Miami and a PGY2 oncology residency with Miami Cancer Institute. Dr. Guizan Corrales has an interest in teaching and precepts PGY1 and PGY2 pharmacy residents as well as students for the inpatient malignant hematology and bone marrow transplant learning experiences. He is currently an active member of the American Society of Health-System Pharmacists (ASHP), Hematology Oncology Pharmacy Association (HOPA), Florida Society of Clinical Oncology (FLASCO), and the American Society for Transplantation and Cellular Therapy (ASTCT).

Claudia Suarez, Pharm.D., BCPS, BCOP, is an Inpatient Clinical Pharmacy Specialist specializing in Hematology and Stem Cell Transplant at Miami Cancer Institute, Baptist Health South Florida. She received her Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry from Saint Thomas University and obtained her Doctor of Pharmacy degree from University of Florida Collage of Pharmacy in 2019. She completed both her PGY1 Pharmacy Residency and PGY2 Oncology Residency at Baptist Hospital of Miami and Miami Cancer Institute. Dr. Martin Diaz has a strong interest in teaching and enjoys precepting PGY1 and PGY2 pharmacy residents and students for inpatient hematology/oncology and bone marrow transplant learning experiences. She appreciates working closely with the multidisciplinary team and patient interaction.

Alyssa Donadio, Pharm.D., BCPS, BCOP, is a Ambulatory Clinical Pharmacy Specialist specializing in Hematology and Stem Cell Transplant at Miami Cancer Institute, Baptist Health South Florida. She received her Bachelor’s degree in Biological Sciences from Cornell University and obtained her Doctor of Pharmacy degree from Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences in 2017. She completed both her PGY1 Pharmacy Residency and PGY2 Oncology Residency at Baptist Hospital of Miami and Miami Cancer Institute. Dr. Donadio precepts PGY1 and PGY2 pharmacy residents and students for inpatient hematology/oncology and BMT/ stem cell transplant learning experiences. She is currently an active member of the Hematology Oncology Pharmacy Association (HOPA), American Society for Transplantation and Cellular Therapy (ASTCT), and the National Community Oncology Dispensing Association (NCODA).

Mayret Gonzalez, Pharm.D, BCPS, BCOP practices as the clinical pharmacy specialist in Cardio-Oncology and Genitourinary clinics at Miami Cancer Institute. Dr. Gonzalez received her Doctor of Pharmacy degree in 2018 from Nova Southeastern University. She completed a PGY1 pharmacy residency at Homestead Hospital, within Baptist Health South Florida. She is an adjunct professor at Larkin University where she teaches Arrhythmia Pathophysiology and Pharmacotherapy lectures. She is currently an active member of the American Society of Health-System Pharmacists (ASHP), the International Cardio-Oncology Society (ICOS), and the ICOS Pharmacy Working Group.

Lela Hall, Pharm.D., BCOP is an Oncology Clinical Specialist with experience in hematology, oncology and stem cell transplant. Lela received her BS in Biology from the University of Missouri-Columbia in 2000. Following undergraduate, Lela worked as a Cardiovascular-Neuroscience Research Specialist at the Dalton Cardiovascular Research Center. She later worked as an Education Coordinator and Branch Manager for Heartland Lions Eye Banks, working in tissue and solid organ transplant. Lela went on to receive her Pharm.D. from the University of Missouri-Kansas City in 2014, followed by a PGY1 Residency at the Southern Arizona Veterans Health Care System (SAVAHCS) in 2015, and a PGY2 Oncology Residency at Baptist Hospital of Miami in 2016. She has extensive experience in autologous and allogeneic stem cell transplant at another health-system for 3 years and returned to BHSF to help build the rapidly growing blood and marrow transplant and cellular therapy program. Lela has special interest in immunology and enjoys serving as a preceptor to both students and residents.

Monique Calil Hazelcorn, Pharm.D., BCPS is the Medication Safety and Quality Coordinator at Miami Cancer Institute. In her role, she leads the medication safety program by thoroughly reviewing medication-related incidents, promoting process improvements, and collaborating with the system-wide medication safety team. She earned her Bachelor’s degree in Biology from Florida International University and completed her Doctorate of Pharmacy at the University of Florida in 2015. She furthered her expertise through a PGY-1 pharmacy residency at Broward Health Medical Center where she continued her pharmacy career as the clinical coordinator, leading critical care, liver/kidney transplant, oncology, and emergency medicine pharmacy services. Monique has a passion for continuing education, precepting students and residents, and promoting medication safety.

Savine Hernandez, Pharm.D., BCOP is an Inpatient Oncology Clinical Pharmacy Specialist for the Malignant Hematology and Stem Cell Transplant services at Miami Cancer Institute, Baptist Health South Florida. She received her Bachelor of Science in Chemistry with a specialization in Biochemistry from the University of Virginia in 2016 and obtained her Doctor of Pharmacy degree from the University of Florida College of Pharmacy in 2021. Dr. Hernandez completed a PGY1 Pharmacy Practice Residency at Vanderbilt University Medical Center in Nashville, TN and a PGY2 Oncology Pharmacy Residency at Duke University Hospital in Durham, NC. Dr. Hernandez precepts PGY1 and PGY2 pharmacy residents and pharmacy students for the inpatient hematology/oncology and stem cell transplant learning experiences. She is an active member of the Hematology Oncology Pharmacy Association (HOPA), Florida Society of Clinical Oncology (FLASCO), and the American Society for Transplantation and Cellular Therapy (ASTCT).

Leonette Kemp, Pharm.D., CPE, BCOP is a Clinical Pharmacy Coordinator for Medical Oncology at Miami Cancer Institute/Baptist Health South Florida with over 19 years of experience in oncology, palliative care, and pain management. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology from the University of Georgia and her Doctor of Pharmacy from the University of Maryland, Baltimore (UMB) School of Pharmacy, where she also completed a PGY1 Pharmacy Practice Residency focused in palliative care.

Dr. Kemp serves as the PGY-2 Oncology Residency Program Coordinator for Education, advancing resident training and curriculum development while mentoring future oncology pharmacists. She has led initiatives to strengthen multidisciplinary collaboration, integrate evidence-based supportive care strategies, and improve symptom management for patients with complex cancer diagnoses. An active member of HOPA, ASHP, and FLASCO, she is dedicated to advancing the role of pharmacists in oncology and is recognized for her leadership, mentorship, and commitment to patient-centered care.

Meena Manepalli, Pharm.D. is a Medical Oncology Clinical Pharmacy Specialist serving the Ambulatory Gynecologic Oncology Clinic at Miami Cancer Institute, Baptist Health South Florida. She also helps to support the Inpatient Medical Oncology and Benign Hematology Clinics. Dr. Manepalli received her Bachelor’s degree in Biochemistry from the Florida State University and obtained her Doctor of Pharmacy degree from the University of Florida College of Pharmacy in 2019. She completed her PGY1 Pharmacy Practice Residency with West Florida Healthcare in Pensacola, FL after which she moved down to Miami to join the Clinical Oncology Pharmacy Team with Baptist Hospital. After 2 years as a clinical oncology pharmacist, Dr. Manepalli pursued higher training as the first non-traditional PGY2 Oncology Pharmacy Resident at Miami Cancer Institute. Apart from direct patient care, Dr. Manepalli’s other passion is academic pharmacy as she is a guest lecturer for Larkin University College of Pharmacy and very much enjoys mentoring and precepting pharmacy students and residents.

Dina Dumercy McHenry, Pharm.D., BCOP, MBA, CSSGB, CPh is the Assistance Vice President, Oncology Pharmacy and Investigational Drugs and Research. She received her Doctorate of Pharmacy from Florida A & M University and completed a Pharmacy Practice Residency with a focus in Oncology at Jackson Memorial Hospital/ FAMU. After her residency she completed an ASHP Oncology Patient Care Traineeship at the University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center. She has over 15 years of experience practicing in Oncology. In 2022 she obtained a Master's in Business Administration at the Louisiana State University. She currently serves as the co-chair of the MCI Oncology P&T Committee and is a former program director for a post graduate year 2(PGY2) residency who achieved ASHP accreditation within that programs first year. She is an active member of several professional and civic organizations including Hematology Oncology Pharmacist Association (HOPA), Florida Society of Clinical Oncology (FLASCO) Board of Directors, and American Society of Health-system Pharmacy (ASHP) at the local and national level. She has a passion for educating patients and caregivers about cancer treatment, patient safety and increasing cancer awareness.

Alga S. Ramos Morales, Pharm.D., MS, MBA, BCPS, BCOP, CSSGB, CPh is currently the Oncology Pharmacy Manager at the Lynn Cancer Institute. She received her Doctor of Pharmacy degree from the University of Puerto Rico (UPR) in 2014. Dr. Ramos also completed a Master’s degree in Medicinal Chemistry at the UPR and her thesis was on warfarin pharmacogenomics. She completed her pharmacy practice residency training at Miami Veterans Administration Medical Center (VAMC) with a specialty in Health System Pharmacy Administration. Prior to joining Baptist Health South Florida, she worked as Enterprise Pharmacy Clinical Coordinator at Cancer Treatment Centers of America and as a Medical Science Liaison at Eli Lilly. From 2019 to 2021 she served as the Medication Safety and Quality Clinical Coordinator at the Miami Cancer Institute, where she monitored, evaluated and collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to prevent medication incidents in the Ambulatory, Inpatient, Research and Specialty Pharmacy Oncology settings. She obtained ASQ Lean Six Sigma Green Belt Certification in 2021. She served as the Medical Oncology Pharmacy Clinical Coordinator 2021 to 2024 where she led the solid tumor team of specialists and focused on clinical practice optimizations. She precepts pharmacy residents and students for advanced pharmacy practice experiences in oncology, residency research, and administration.

Vivian Nguyen, Pharm.D., BCPS practices as a Pharmacy Supervisor specializing in Investigational Drug Services at the Miami Cancer Institute at Baptist Health South Florida. She earned her Bachelor of Science degrees in Biochemistry and Nutritional Science from the University of Florida, followed by her Doctor of Pharmacy degree from the University of Florida, College of Pharmacy, Jacksonville. After graduation, she completed both her PGY1 Pharmacy Practice and PGY2 Investigational Drugs and Research residency programs at The Johns Hopkins Hospital in Baltimore, Maryland. She also became board certified in Pharmacotherapy during that time. Dr. Nguyen possesses a strong interest in teaching and education, exemplified by her completion of a teaching certification through her residency program and her experience serving as a mentor and preceptor to students and residents.

Frank Nyanin, Pharm.D., BCPS, BCOP graduated from Bernard J. Dunn School of Pharmacy – Shenandoah University in 2020. Dr. Nyanin completed his PGY1 residency program at Sentara RMH in Harrisonburg, VA followed by PGY2 residency training at Miami Cancer Institute, Baptist Health South Florida. After completing his residencies, Dr. Nyanin accepted a position as an in-patient clinical pharmacy specialist in medical oncology at Miami cancer institute, Baptist Health South Florida and more recently transitioned to the role as Clinical Pharmacy Specialist in GI Cancers. Dr. Nyanin is very passionate about providing care for oncology patients and working with resident and students.

Diana Van Ostran, Pharm.D., BCOP graduated from Nova Southeastern University in 2017 and continued on to complete a PGY1 residency program at Boca Raton Regional Hospital. In July of 2018, Dr. Van Ostran joined the Miami Cancer Institute pharmacy team and is currently working as a Clinical Specialist where she is an integral part of the medical oncology team. Although her priority is taking excellent care of patients, she also enjoys teaching residents and students as well as lecturing to educate others on the evolving world of oncology.

Ernesto Perez, Pharm.D. is the Operations Supervisor at Miami Cancer Institute. He obtained his undergraduate degree in Biology and Forensic Chemistry at Florida International University before completing his Doctor of Pharmacy degree from Nova Southeastern University in 2016. After completing a PGY1 Pharmacy Residency at Boca Raton Regional Hospital in, he joined the clinical pharmacist team at Baptist Hospital in 2017. Dr. Perez now helps oversee operations at Miami Cancer Institute and its satellite infusion sites and serves as preceptor for Oncology Pharmacy Operations.

Khurrum Qureshi, Pharm.D, BCOP practices as the Clinical Pharmacy Specialist in the head & neck, thoracic, skin and endocrine oncology at the Miami Cancer Institute. Dr. Qureshi received his Doctor of Pharmacy degree in 2019 from the University of Florida. He later returned to his hometown of Miami to complete a PGY1 pharmacy residency at Jackson Memorial Hospital and PGY2 oncology pharmacy residency at Baptist Hospital of Miami and Miami Cancer Institute. He enjoys teaching at all levels of pharmacy education including precepting students and residents as well as presenting to healthcare professionals at local and national conferences. He is currently an active member of American Society of Health-System Pharmacists (ASHP) and Hematology Oncology Pharmacy Association (HOPA).

Tiba Al Sagheer, Pharm.D. BCOP, BCACP, is a Quality Improvement Coordinator for Transplant and Cellular Therapy at the Miami Cancer Institute. She earned her Doctor of Pharmacy from Midwestern University. After graduation, Dr. Al Sagheer completed PGY1 pharmacy residency at the Mayo Clinic followed by PGY2 Oncology training at the University of Colorado Skaggs School of Pharmacy & Pharmaceutical Sciences. Dr. Al Sagheer currently practices in an ambulatory clinic as part of a multidisciplinary team where she is able to provide direct patient care, participate in clinical research, and education. She is passionate about education and has experience in both formal classroom teaching as well as students and resident precepting in the clinical setting. Dr. Al Sagheer is an active member of several professional organizations and currently serves on the American Society for Transplantation and Cellular Therapy (ASTCT) planning committee.

Moe Shwin, Pharm.D., BCOP, is the Clinical Manager of Oncology Pharmacy Services at Miami Cancer Institute at Baptist Health South Florida. He obtained his Doctor of Pharmacy degree from Nova Southeastern University, College of Pharmacy in 2012. Dr. Shwin completed both PGY1 Pharmacy residency and PGY2 Oncology specialty residency at Baptist Hospital of Miami. He currently serves as the co-chair of the Regimen Review Committee for Oncology, and and is involved with various committees and professional organizations. Dr. Shwin serves as an adjunct faculty member at Nova Southeastern University and a Courtesy Clinical Assistant Professor at the University of Florida.

Alyssa Strohbusch, PharmD, MS, CPh, BCOP, is a Clinical Pharmacy Specialist in ambulatory malignant hematology at Miami Cancer Institute. Prior to transitioning to hematology, she led the development and expansion of clinical pharmacy services within medical oncology, supporting gynecologic, neuro-oncology, and sarcoma practices. Dr. Strohbusch earned her Doctor of Pharmacy from Pacific University and holds a Master of Science in Forensic Science with a concentration in DNA analysis and human biometrics. She completed a PGY1 pharmacy residency at Intermountain Healthcare, followed by a PGY2 oncology residency at Baptist MD Anderson Cancer Center.

She is an active member of the International Society of Oncology Pharmacy Practitioners (ISOPP) and the Society for Neuro-Oncology (SNO) and has authored multiple publications related to the treatment of central nervous system malignancies. Her professional interests include medical writing, individualized cancer therapy, and the clinical application of pharmacogenomics. She holds an Applied Pharmacogenomics Certificate from the American College of Clinical Pharmacy (ACCP).

Williams Monier Texidor, Pharm.D., BCIDP, is a Malignant Hematology & Bone Marrow Transplant Clinical Specialist at Miami Cancer Institute, Baptist Health South Florida. He is an active member of the Infectious Diseases Society of America (IDSA) and the Society of Infectious Diseases Pharmacists (SIDP). Dr. Monier completed his PGY-1 residency at Massachusetts General Hospital and PGY-2 residency in Infectious Diseases at the University of Colorado Hospital, where he had an intense focus on immunocompromised populations, including patients with hematologic malignancies, bone marrow transplant recipients, and solid organ transplant patients. His training also fostered a strong passion for research, particularly in optimizing infectious diseases management in oncology populations. He integrates clinical expertise in infectious diseases and oncology to support antimicrobial stewardship, antimicrobial prophylaxis, and multidisciplinary decision-making. Dr. Texidor actively mentors pharmacy residents and enjoys presenting at national conferences.

Neisy Vazquez, Pharm.D., BCOP, is a Clinical Pharmacy Specialist in the neuro-oncology and sarcoma clinics at Miami Cancer Institute. She earned a Bachelor of Arts in Chemistry from Florida International University and a Doctor of Pharmacy degree from Nova Southeastern University in 2018. Dr. Vazquez completed her PGY-1 Pharmacy Residency at the University of Miami Hospital and Clinics. Following residency, she joined the pharmacy team at Miami Cancer Institute, where she now serves as an integral member of the medical oncology team. Dr. Vazquez has a strong passion for teaching and serves as a preceptor for pharmacy students and residents. She values close collaboration with multidisciplinary teams and meaningful interactions with patients.