Megan Mizusawa, PharmD
PGY2 Psychiatric Pharmacy Resident
VA Houston health care
Megan Mizusawa, PharmD, is a PGY2 Psychiatric Pharmacy Resident at the Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center.
Hometown: Coral Springs, FL
Education: University of Florida College of Pharmacy (Gainesville, FL)
PGY1 (for PGY2s only): VA San Diego Healthcare System (San Diego, CA)
Research/QI: Retrospective study of neuropsychiatric hospitalizations in patients receiving montelukast vs. loratadine for allergic rhinitis in a Veterans Affairs population.
Why VA Houston:
Coming from a VA PGY-1, I was able to witness the impact and involvement of pharmacy, especially in mental health services. I knew that continuing at a VA, I would feel empowered as a psychiatric pharmacist.
VA Houston’s program provided an even mix of inpatient/outpatient rotations, unique electives (adolescent & young adult), and multiple didactic/experiential teaching opportunities. However, what really solidified my interest in the program was my RPD. From my interview and testimonies from others, I knew Dr. Dike would be an amazing RPD, showing genuine interest in the resident and fostering their growth.