Tripler Army Medical Center  –   What do you do?
I am a pharmacist in the Outpatient Pharmacy.

How long have you worked at TAMC?
It will be 20 years at the end of November.

What do you enjoy about your job?
I like helping patients manage their medications. Tips like how and when to take their medications and what to expect in terms of side effects are useful information to help patients avoid getting overwhelmed. I also enjoy working with my co-workers. The staff in the outpatient pharmacy is made up of different personalities that make the day go by quickly.

Why did you become a pharmacist?
I was inspired to become a pharmacist when I saw how my parents and their friends struggled to understand what their medications were for and how to take them. Before starting pharmacy school, I volunteered at a community pharmacy and enjoyed interacting with the patients.