Faculty
Dana Achenbach, PharmD
Pharmacy school/Year of graduation: Wilkes University, 2018
Post graduate training: PGY1 Pharmacy Residency Lebanon Veteran Affairs Medical Center
Current position with Geisinger: Clinical coordinator, MTDM Specialty Programs (1 year), MTDM clinical pharmacist, Gastroenterology (6 years)
Clinical interests: Biologic medications, mentoring pharmacy learners
Hobbies: Watching reality TV, Philadelphia Phillies/Philadelphia Eagles/Penn State superfan, baking
Casey Rae Baumgartner, PharmD
Pharmacy school/Year of graduation: Wilkes University, 2016
Current position with Geisinger: MTDM clinical pharmacist, Dermatology (1.5 years)
Clinical interests: Dermatology, pediatrics
Hobbies: Any form of volleyball, spending time with my husband, baby and dog, traveling anywhere and everywhere
Noel Boehm, PharmD
Pharmacy school/Year of graduation: Philadelphia College of Pharmacy, 2006
Current position with Geisinger: Clinical Coordinator (2 years)
Clinical interests: Specialty pharmacy
Hobbies: Running, skiing, camping, boating, going to sports events with my 3 sons
Susanne Burns, PharmD, MBA
Pharmacy school/Year of graduation: Wilkes University, 2010
Post-graduate training: Master of Business Administration, Western Governors University, 2020
Current position with Geisinger: Director of Specialty Pharmacy (2 years)
Clinical interests: My clinical interests focus on advancing specialty pharmacy services through innovative care models, optimizing medication access and developing embedded clinical programs that improve patient outcomes. I am passionate about leveraging data-driven strategies to enhance quality and efficiency in specialty pharmacy operations.
Hobbies: I love spending time on the golf course and exploring new destinations with my husband and our 2 children.
Mallory Ellis, PharmD
Pharmacy school/Year of graduation: Wilkes University, 2022
Post-graduate training: PGY1 Pharmacy Residency with Geisinger Northeast Clinics
Current position with Geisinger: MTDM clinical pharmacist, Neurology (2 years)
Clinical interests: Multiple sclerosis disease modifying therapy initiation/management, migraine management,
Hobbies: Spin classes, walking my golden retriever
Hannah Gillespie, PharmD
Pharmacy school: Wilkes University, 2023
Current position with Geisinger: Specialty clinical pharmacist (2 years)
Clinical interests: Oncology, neurological disorders, dermatology, cardiology
Hobbies: Baking, hiking, traveling, spending time with my friends, family and golden retrievers
Nicole Kropa, PharmD
Pharmacy school/Year of graduation: Wilkes University, 2021
Post-graduate training: PGY1 Pharmacy Residency Geisinger Clinics Northeast
Current position with Geisinger: Dermatology ambulatory care clinical pharmacist (3.5 years); residency program director, Geisinger Specialty Clinics & Specialty Pharmacy
Clinical interests: Biologic management specifically in the dermatology space, practice advancement, patient education, fostering learning and professional growth of future pharmacists/pharmacy residents
Hobbies: Spending time with family and friends, traveling, exploring new walking paths with my husband and 2 dogs
Allison Maiello, PharmD, BCACP
Pharmacy school/Year of graduation: Wilkes University, 2021
Post-graduate training: PGY1 Pharmacy Residency Geisinger Clinics Northeast
Current position with Geisinger: MTDM clinical pharmacist, Endocrinology (1 year)
Clinical interests: Insulin pump management and wellness
Hobbies: Making sourdough, home decor projects and thrifting
Scott Opalka, PharmD, BCACP
Pharmacy school/Year of graduation: Temple University, 2017
Post-graduate training: PGY1 Pharmacy Residency Wilkes-Barre Veteran Affairs Medical Center
Current position with Geisinger: MTDM clinical pharmacist, Gastroenterology (3 years)
Clinical interests: Biologics, interdisciplinary coordination of care, lifelong learning
Hobbies: Buffalo Bills, New York Yankees, Pittsburgh Penguins
Elena Patestos, PharmD
Pharmacy school/Year of graduation: Wilkes University, 2023
Post-graduate training: PGY1 Community-Based Pharmacy Residency with Weis Markets and Wilkes University
Current position with Geisinger: Specialty clinical pharmacist (1 year)
Clinical interests: HIV, endocrinology, oncology, social determinants of health/access to care
Hobbies: Teaching and taking fitness classes, going to music festivals/concerts, walking/running, watching TV
Melissa Pizano, PharmD
Pharmacy school/Year of graduation: Philadelphia College of Pharmacy, 2015
Current position with Geisinger: Specialty clinical pharmacist, Assistant Residency Program Director, Geisinger Specialty Clinics & Specialty Pharmacy
Clinical interests: Autoimmune (including dermatology, gastroenterology and rheumatology, fertility)
Hobbies: Traveling, spending time with my 2 children (whether it be taking them to their numerous activities, hiking, drawing, painting or science experiments), spending time with close and extended family, baking, making homemade pasta, reading and gardening
Nicole Rodriguez, PharmD
Pharmacy school/Year of graduation: Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences, 2017
Current position with Geisinger: Pharmacy manager, Geisinger Specialty Pharmacy
Clinical Interests: Endocrine disorders, neurological disorders, and autoimmune conditions; medication safety and patient adherence strategies; optimizing specialty pharmacy workflows; quality improvement initiatives in chronic disease management; pharmacy informatics and data analytics to enhance clinical decision-making and improve patient outcomes.
Hobbies: Outside of work, I enjoy spending quality time with my family, visiting new restaurants and listening to music. I especially love making memories with my 2-year-old son!
Amanda Popko, PharmD, BCACP
Pharmacy school/Year of graduation: Wilkes University Nesbitt School of Pharmacy, 2014
Post-graduate training: MBA, University of Scranton, anticipated 2026
Current position with Geisinger: Assistant Director Pharmacy Services, Ambulatory Specialty Programs (1 year), previously Manager of Ambulatory Specialty Pharmacy Programs (3 years)
Clinical interests: Developing and expanding the role of pharmacists in the health system to improve access and quality of care. Active member of ASHP and currently sit as Vice Chair for the Section of Pharmacy Practice Leaders Advisory Group on Quality and Compliance.
Hobbies: Traveling and spending time with my family
Krushna Seltzer, PharmD, BCPS
Pharmacy school/Year of graduation: Wilkes University, 2019
Post-graduate training: Inpatient PGY1 Pharmacy Residency Geisinger Wyoming Valley
Current position with Geisinger: Specialty MTDM pharmacist, Rheumatology (1 year)
Clinical interests: Rheumatology
Hobbies: Reading, spending time with my family and puppies
Amanda Sharry-Rogers, PharmD, BCPS
Pharmacy school/Year of graduation: Wilkes University, 2008
Current position with Geisinger: MTDM clinical pharmacist (10 years), pharmacy coordinator, Ambulatory Specialty Pharmacy Programs (.5 years)
Clinical interests: Multiple sclerosis, infusion therapies, process Improvement, interdisciplinary collaboration
Hobbies: Traveling, reading, spending time with my dog, MBA studies
Stacy Talipski, PharmD
Pharmacy school/Year of graduation: Wilkes University, 2018
Current position with Geisinger: MTDM clinical pharmacist, Nephrology (6 months)
Clinical interests: Cardiology, endocrinology, chronic disease management
Hobbies: Strength training, running, outdoor activities with my family, which includes my husband, 2-year-old son and our puppy
Devaney Taylor, PharmD
Pharmacy school/Year of graduation: Wilkes University, 2023
Post-graduate training: PGY1 Pharmacy Residency Wilkes-Barre Veteran Affairs Medical Center
Current position with Geisinger: MTDM clinical pharmacist, Cardiology (1.5 years)
Clinical interests: Cardiometabolic, research
Hobbies: Movie buff, proud aunt, cat and dog mom
Rachel Wesolowski, PharmD, BCPS
Pharmacy school/Year of graduation: Wilkes University, 2020
Post-graduate training: PGY1 Geisinger Clinics Northeast
Current position with Geisinger: MTDM clinical pharmacist, Endocrinology (1.5 years)
Clinical interests: My clinical interest includes diabetes management. I manage patients on oral medications, injectable therapies as well as insulin pump therapy. I also manage hepatitis C.
Hobbies: On the side, I enjoy being a dance teacher at Romar Dance Studio. I also enjoy Pilates, cooking, crafting and shopping!
Pharmacy school/Year of graduation: Wilkes University, 2018
Post graduate training: PGY1 Pharmacy Residency Lebanon Veteran Affairs Medical Center
Current position with Geisinger: Clinical coordinator, MTDM Specialty Programs (1 year), MTDM clinical pharmacist, Gastroenterology (6 years)
Clinical interests: Biologic medications, mentoring pharmacy learners
Hobbies: Watching reality TV, Philadelphia Phillies/Philadelphia Eagles/Penn State superfan, baking
Casey Rae Baumgartner, PharmD
Pharmacy school/Year of graduation: Wilkes University, 2016
Current position with Geisinger: MTDM clinical pharmacist, Dermatology (1.5 years)
Clinical interests: Dermatology, pediatrics
Hobbies: Any form of volleyball, spending time with my husband, baby and dog, traveling anywhere and everywhere
Noel Boehm, PharmD
Pharmacy school/Year of graduation: Philadelphia College of Pharmacy, 2006
Current position with Geisinger: Clinical Coordinator (2 years)
Clinical interests: Specialty pharmacy
Hobbies: Running, skiing, camping, boating, going to sports events with my 3 sons
Susanne Burns, PharmD, MBA
Pharmacy school/Year of graduation: Wilkes University, 2010
Post-graduate training: Master of Business Administration, Western Governors University, 2020
Current position with Geisinger: Director of Specialty Pharmacy (2 years)
Clinical interests: My clinical interests focus on advancing specialty pharmacy services through innovative care models, optimizing medication access and developing embedded clinical programs that improve patient outcomes. I am passionate about leveraging data-driven strategies to enhance quality and efficiency in specialty pharmacy operations.
Hobbies: I love spending time on the golf course and exploring new destinations with my husband and our 2 children.
Mallory Ellis, PharmD
Pharmacy school/Year of graduation: Wilkes University, 2022
Post-graduate training: PGY1 Pharmacy Residency with Geisinger Northeast Clinics
Current position with Geisinger: MTDM clinical pharmacist, Neurology (2 years)
Clinical interests: Multiple sclerosis disease modifying therapy initiation/management, migraine management,
Hobbies: Spin classes, walking my golden retriever
Hannah Gillespie, PharmD
Pharmacy school: Wilkes University, 2023
Current position with Geisinger: Specialty clinical pharmacist (2 years)
Clinical interests: Oncology, neurological disorders, dermatology, cardiology
Hobbies: Baking, hiking, traveling, spending time with my friends, family and golden retrievers
Nicole Kropa, PharmD
Pharmacy school/Year of graduation: Wilkes University, 2021
Post-graduate training: PGY1 Pharmacy Residency Geisinger Clinics Northeast
Current position with Geisinger: Dermatology ambulatory care clinical pharmacist (3.5 years); residency program director, Geisinger Specialty Clinics & Specialty Pharmacy
Clinical interests: Biologic management specifically in the dermatology space, practice advancement, patient education, fostering learning and professional growth of future pharmacists/pharmacy residents
Hobbies: Spending time with family and friends, traveling, exploring new walking paths with my husband and 2 dogs
Allison Maiello, PharmD, BCACP
Pharmacy school/Year of graduation: Wilkes University, 2021
Post-graduate training: PGY1 Pharmacy Residency Geisinger Clinics Northeast
Current position with Geisinger: MTDM clinical pharmacist, Endocrinology (1 year)
Clinical interests: Insulin pump management and wellness
Hobbies: Making sourdough, home decor projects and thrifting
Scott Opalka, PharmD, BCACP
Pharmacy school/Year of graduation: Temple University, 2017
Post-graduate training: PGY1 Pharmacy Residency Wilkes-Barre Veteran Affairs Medical Center
Current position with Geisinger: MTDM clinical pharmacist, Gastroenterology (3 years)
Clinical interests: Biologics, interdisciplinary coordination of care, lifelong learning
Hobbies: Buffalo Bills, New York Yankees, Pittsburgh Penguins
Elena Patestos, PharmD
Pharmacy school/Year of graduation: Wilkes University, 2023
Post-graduate training: PGY1 Community-Based Pharmacy Residency with Weis Markets and Wilkes University
Current position with Geisinger: Specialty clinical pharmacist (1 year)
Clinical interests: HIV, endocrinology, oncology, social determinants of health/access to care
Hobbies: Teaching and taking fitness classes, going to music festivals/concerts, walking/running, watching TV
Melissa Pizano, PharmD
Pharmacy school/Year of graduation: Philadelphia College of Pharmacy, 2015
Current position with Geisinger: Specialty clinical pharmacist, Assistant Residency Program Director, Geisinger Specialty Clinics & Specialty Pharmacy
Clinical interests: Autoimmune (including dermatology, gastroenterology and rheumatology, fertility)
Hobbies: Traveling, spending time with my 2 children (whether it be taking them to their numerous activities, hiking, drawing, painting or science experiments), spending time with close and extended family, baking, making homemade pasta, reading and gardening
Nicole Rodriguez, PharmD
Pharmacy school/Year of graduation: Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences, 2017
Current position with Geisinger: Pharmacy manager, Geisinger Specialty Pharmacy
Clinical Interests: Endocrine disorders, neurological disorders, and autoimmune conditions; medication safety and patient adherence strategies; optimizing specialty pharmacy workflows; quality improvement initiatives in chronic disease management; pharmacy informatics and data analytics to enhance clinical decision-making and improve patient outcomes.
Hobbies: Outside of work, I enjoy spending quality time with my family, visiting new restaurants and listening to music. I especially love making memories with my 2-year-old son!
Amanda Popko, PharmD, BCACP
Pharmacy school/Year of graduation: Wilkes University Nesbitt School of Pharmacy, 2014
Post-graduate training: MBA, University of Scranton, anticipated 2026
Current position with Geisinger: Assistant Director Pharmacy Services, Ambulatory Specialty Programs (1 year), previously Manager of Ambulatory Specialty Pharmacy Programs (3 years)
Clinical interests: Developing and expanding the role of pharmacists in the health system to improve access and quality of care. Active member of ASHP and currently sit as Vice Chair for the Section of Pharmacy Practice Leaders Advisory Group on Quality and Compliance.
Hobbies: Traveling and spending time with my family
Krushna Seltzer, PharmD, BCPS
Pharmacy school/Year of graduation: Wilkes University, 2019
Post-graduate training: Inpatient PGY1 Pharmacy Residency Geisinger Wyoming Valley
Current position with Geisinger: Specialty MTDM pharmacist, Rheumatology (1 year)
Clinical interests: Rheumatology
Hobbies: Reading, spending time with my family and puppies
Amanda Sharry-Rogers, PharmD, BCPS
Pharmacy school/Year of graduation: Wilkes University, 2008
Current position with Geisinger: MTDM clinical pharmacist (10 years), pharmacy coordinator, Ambulatory Specialty Pharmacy Programs (.5 years)
Clinical interests: Multiple sclerosis, infusion therapies, process Improvement, interdisciplinary collaboration
Hobbies: Traveling, reading, spending time with my dog, MBA studies
Stacy Talipski, PharmD
Pharmacy school/Year of graduation: Wilkes University, 2018
Current position with Geisinger: MTDM clinical pharmacist, Nephrology (6 months)
Clinical interests: Cardiology, endocrinology, chronic disease management
Hobbies: Strength training, running, outdoor activities with my family, which includes my husband, 2-year-old son and our puppy
Devaney Taylor, PharmD
Pharmacy school/Year of graduation: Wilkes University, 2023
Post-graduate training: PGY1 Pharmacy Residency Wilkes-Barre Veteran Affairs Medical Center
Current position with Geisinger: MTDM clinical pharmacist, Cardiology (1.5 years)
Clinical interests: Cardiometabolic, research
Hobbies: Movie buff, proud aunt, cat and dog mom
Rachel Wesolowski, PharmD, BCPS
Pharmacy school/Year of graduation: Wilkes University, 2020
Post-graduate training: PGY1 Geisinger Clinics Northeast
Current position with Geisinger: MTDM clinical pharmacist, Endocrinology (1.5 years)
Clinical interests: My clinical interest includes diabetes management. I manage patients on oral medications, injectable therapies as well as insulin pump therapy. I also manage hepatitis C.
Hobbies: On the side, I enjoy being a dance teacher at Romar Dance Studio. I also enjoy Pilates, cooking, crafting and shopping!
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