Dr. Yuliya Klopouh is the Director of Pharmacy at GBMC. After studying in Ukraine as a nurse and an MD, she earned her Doctorate of Pharmacy from the University of Maryland. In her free time- she enjoys giving talks and educating people on healthy nutrition, integrative medicine, and wellness. Dr. Klopouh has passion for classical music and literature, that she shares with her family. In her time outside the work, you will find her listening to Rachmaninov, watching Metropolitan Opera, or reading Classics.

Dr. Julia West is an Assistant Director of Pharmacy at GBMC. After completing her Doctorate of Pharmacy Degree at the University of Maryland School of Pharmacy in 2001, she provided pharmacy care to patients at Chester River Health hospital (currently known as University of Maryland Shore Medical Center). In 2010, she joined GBMC, where she held multiple lead roles in the department of pharmacy, including Pharmacy Informatics Coordinator position and successfully managed many operational projects and implementations. Presently, she is pursuing her Master of Business Administration degree (MBA) at the University of Baltimore. Outside of work, she does a lot of activities with her children (golf, Peabody chorus and dance). Dr. West is also an avid traveler, and takes every opportunity to learn about different cultures, support education and diversity.

Dr. Vaishali Khushalani is the Medication Safety Officer at GBMC. After completing her Bachelor in Pharmacy (B. Pharm) in Mumbai, India, she earned her Master of Science (Pharmaceutics) from University of South Carolina and her Doctorate of Pharmacy degree from Shenandoah University. Outside of work, she enjoys listening to Indian Classical music, yoga, reading, and spending time with her family.

Dr. Kim Ngan Tran is the Clinical Pharmacy Manager at GBMC and earned her Doctorate of Pharmacy degree from Wingate University in 2014. After graduation, she completed a PGY-1 at MedStar Union Memorial Hospital (MUMH) in Baltimore. She practiced as a critical care pharmacist for 5 years at MUMH before joining GBMC. She has a great passion for teaching. She has been an Assistant Clinical Professor at University of Maryland School of Pharmacy and University of the Sciences precepting students for critical care rotation. Outside of work, she loves spending time with her family and traveling to beautiful places.

Dr. Lila Portman is the Pharmacy Operations Manager at GBMC. She graduated from the University of Maryland School of Pharmacy in 2019 with a Doctor of Pharmacy degree. After graduation, she completed her PGY-1 Pharmacy Practice Residency at MedStar Harbor Hospital in Baltimore, MD followed by her PGY-2 Health-System Pharmacy Administration and Leadership Residency at MedStar Health in Columbia, MD. During her PGY2, she also completed ASHP’s Pharmacy Leadership Academy. Outside of work, she enjoys playing with her dog, spending time with family and friends, and quoting The Office.

Dr. Naaseha Rizvi is the Lead Antimicrobial Stewardship Pharmacist at GBMC. She earned her Doctorate of Pharmacy degree from the University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Pharmacy. After graduation, she completed her PGY-1 Pharmacy Practice Residency at Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center in Baltimore, MD followed by her PGY-2 Infectious Diseases Pharmacy Residency at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital in Philadelphia, PA. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with family and friends.

Dr. Perry Shafner is the Lead Clinical Pharmacist at GBMC. After earning a Master of Arts degree in Talmudic Law, he went on to earn a Doctorate of Pharmacy degree from University of Maryland School of Pharmacy. He is enthusiastic about medication safety, process redesign, and informatics. Outside of work, he enjoys spending time with his family and studying Talmud.

Dr. Susan Arnold is the Lead Ambulatory Clinical Pharmacist at GBMC. After earning her Bachelor of Science degree in engineering from Virginia Tech, she was employed as a chemical engineer before earning her Doctor of Pharmacy degree from the Virginia Commonwealth School of Pharmacy. She then completed her PGY-2 specialty residency in Ambulatory Care at the University of Maryland School of Pharmacy. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with family, friends and pets, working out, and outdoor activities.

Dr. Michele Sharkey graduated from University of Maryland School of Pharmacy in 2007. She spent three years in retail before making the transition to clinical pharmacy at GBMC. In addition to working in the pharmacy, Dr. Sharkey co-chairs the IV Medication Guidelines Committee and represents pharmacy in the Rapid Response/Code Committee. She enjoys traveling and spending time with her family.

Dr. Lucy Lee is a clinical pharmacist at Greater Baltimore Medical Center since 2014. She completed her Doctorate of Pharmacy Degree at the University of Maryland Eastern Shore School of Pharmacy in 2014 and then completed her Masters of Science in Biotechnology – Regulatory Affairs degree at the University of Maryland University College in 2016. Outside of work, she loves spending time with her family as a daughter, wife, mom, and as a dog mom. Dr. Lee has a passion for fashion, makeup, volleyball, and imported cars.

Denise Allen obtained her Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy in 1978 from Howard University. After graduating, she worked at numerous hospitals, long term care and retail establishments in various roles including staff positions and management. Ms. Allen joined GBMC in 2006 as a clinical staff pharmacist in the inpatient department and eventually transitioned to the Anticoagulation Clinic where she has been since 2011. She enjoys the arts; theater, music and dance. Travel is one of her favorite past times along with watching a great tennis match.

Christopher Kruft is a 1984 graduate of University of Maryland School of Pharmacy and has been a clinical pharmacist at Greater Baltimore Medical Center since 2010. Previously, Mr. Kruft served as Director of the Outpatient Pharmacy at GBMC for 22 years, which was then one of the largest dispensers of Assisted Reproductive Technology medications in the Mid Atlantic area. Currently, his practice areas include both inpatient units and the Anti Coagulation Clinic with clinical interest also in Palliative Care. His hobbies include hiking, boating and spending time at the beach with his family.

Dr. Christina Do earned her Doctorate of Pharmacy Degree from University of Maryland School of Pharmacy. She completed a PGY-1 Pharmacy Residency at Anne Arundel Medical Center in Annapolis, MD. Outside of work, she enjoys outdoor activities and trying out new restaurants and bakeries.

Dr. Quynh Ha earned her Doctorate of Pharmacy Degree from Notre Dame of Maryland University in 2018. Upon completing her PGY1 Pharmacy Practice Residency at Sinai Hospital, she joined GBMC as a clinical pharmacist where she rotates through various clinical areas, including critical care, anticoagulation clinic, and internal medicine. Her professional interest areas include critical care, emergency medicine, and infectious disease.