Current Resident

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Carisssa Wilson

Towncrest Pharmacy – Iowa City

Carissa Wilson grew up in Gretna, Nebraska. She is a 2025 PharmD graduate from the University of Nebraska Medical Center College of Pharmacy. Wilson pursued a PGY1 community pharmacy residency because of the unique patient-care services community pharmacists deliver, and the important role community pharmacy plays in ambulatory care. Strong mentorship opportunities drew her to the UI residency program. She is excited about strengthening her confidence as a pharmacist and growing professionally. Wilson is passionate about assisting patients in overcoming barriers and cheering them on as they achieve their goals. Outside of the pharmacy, she enjoys reading books, trying new restaurants, watching sports, and volunteering at humane societies and organizations helping low-income individuals.

2025-26 Residents

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Fabiola Gallardo Penchi

Osterhaus Pharmacy – Maquoketa

Fabiola Gallardo Penchi, ’24 PharmD, ’26 R, is originally from Aguadilla, Puerto Rico. She sought a PGY1 community-based residency to increase her confidence and abilities as a pharmacist. At Osterhaus, Gallardo Penchi developed her niche in community pharmacy and enhanced her professional skills. She was drawn to Osterhaus Pharmacy due to its rich history of pharmacy innovation. Gallardo Penchi’s professional interests include diabetes management, mental health advocacy, and transitions of care. She enjoys spending time with friends, playing board games, powerlifting, and cuddling with her cat. 

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Allison Eikenberry Hanus

Towncrest Pharmacy - Iowa City

Allison Eikenberry Hanus, PharmD, ’26 R, is a 2024 graduate of the University of North Carolina Eshelman School of Pharmacy. Hanus grew up in Neola, Iowa, and was excited to complete her residency in her home state. She is passionate about providing innovative and high-quality patient care in the community setting. Hanus embraced Towncrest Pharmacy's clinical services and participated in teaching opportunities at the UI College of Pharmacy. In her free time, you likely can find her on the pickleball court or playing board games with her husband.

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Noemy Penafiel

Greenwood Pharmacy - Waterloo

Noemy Penafiel, PharmD, ’26 R, was raised in Los Angeles and relocated to Illinois to pursue her pharmacy education at Rosalind Franklin University. She is passionate about equitable access to quality health care and the vital role pharmacists play in patient care. Penafiel chose to do her PGY1 community residency at Iowa to engage in innovative practices aimed at addressing the health care needs of the local community. During residecy, she further developed her skills as a pharmacist and learned how to better serve and advocate for patients. When she’s away from the pharmacy, Penafiel spends time volunteering and exploring new experiences with her dog.