Samantha Hall, PharmD

PGY-1 Pharmacy Resident

Education: PharmD, University of Tennessee College of Pharmacy; Bachelors of Science in Biology, University of Georgia

Hometown: Kennesaw, GA

Clinical Interests: Internal Medicine, Medication Safety, Critical Care

Research Project: Evaluation of a pharmacist-driven MRSA PCR nasal screening protocol on vancomycin utilization for respiratory infections in a community hospital setting

Why TriStar Summit Medical Center:

“I was initially drawn to TriStar Summit’s PGY-1 Residency Program when I first met the preceptors and previous residents, who expressed their engagement and excitement for the program. I felt confident that the knowledgeable preceptors were genuinely invested in the residents’ growth, both personally and professionally. With the intimate class size that offers more individualized experiences and a variety of rotation and precepting opportunities available, I believe TriStar Summit will challenge me to grow as a clinical pharmacist and prepare me for the next step in my career.”

Sarah Seaton Williams, PharmD

PGY-1 Pharmacy Resident

Education: PharmD, University of Tennessee College of Pharmacy; Bachelors of Science in Biology, minor in Microbiology, East Tennessee State University

Hometown: Knoxville, TN

Clinical Interests: Emergency Medicine and Critical Care

Research Project: Does the implementation of ALTO (alternative to opioids) protocol for acute pain in an emergency department reduce the amount of opioids used?

Why TriStar Summit Medical Center:

“TriStar Summit Medical Center was my top choice for residency due to the variety of clinical rotations, availability for staffing, and the opportunity to complete a teaching certificate. After my interview, it was clear the pharmacy team as a whole was invested in not only my learning experience, but my personal and professional growth. I believe that my time at Summit will prepare me fully for the next opportunity in my career.” 

Past Residents

Class of 2019

  • Rachel Bone
  • Kaylen Hohiemer

Class of 2018

  • Destin Lenz
  • Kelsie Yates