PGY1 Acute Care

Hometown: Phoenix, Arizona

Pharmacy School: University of Arizona R. Ken Coit College of Pharmacy

Career Interests: Critical Care, Emergency Medicine, Academia

Hobbies: Being outside, reading, cooking/baking, working out, crochet

Medication Use Evaluation: Aspirin initiation and dosing in blunt cerebrovascular injury patients

Residency Research Project: Comparison of Dual Antiplatelet Therapy in Acute Coronary Syndrome Patients Undergoing Bypass Grafting

Why WVU Medicine: I chose WVU Medicine because of its exceptional critical care preceptors and strong collaboration with the School of Pharmacy. The hands-on approach and layered learning model align perfectly with my interests in critical care and academia. The diverse acute care experiences and personalized mentorship provide a robust environment for developing my skills in managing complex patients. Additionally, the supportive administrative team ensures a positive, resident-centered environment.

Email: madison.somero@wvumedicine.org