Christine Sun
About Christine Sun
Christine Sun is a Pharmacy Intern at UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh, where she has worked since 2019. She has a Doctor of Pharmacy degree from the University of Pittsburgh and previously volunteered at UPMC Western Psychiatric Hospital.
Work at UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh
Christine Sun has been serving as a Pharmacy Intern at UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh since 2019. In this role, she communicates with physicians, nurses, and social work coordinators to facilitate a smooth discharge process for patients. Her responsibilities include counseling patients on medication administration and side effect profiles, as well as transcribing verbal prescriptions from prescribers. Additionally, she compounds non-sterile suspensions in compliance with USP-795 standards, ensuring adherence to pharmaceutical regulations.
Experience at UPMC Western Psychiatric Hospital
Prior to her current position, Christine Sun worked as a Research Volunteer at UPMC Western Psychiatric Hospital from 2019 to 2021. During her two years in this role, she gained valuable experience in a clinical setting, contributing to research initiatives and supporting the hospital's mission in mental health care. This experience provided her with a foundational understanding of the healthcare environment and patient care.
Education and Expertise
Christine Sun studied at the University of Pittsburgh Dietrich School of Arts and Sciences, where she focused on Pre-Pharmacy from 2016 to 2018. She then continued her education at the University of Pittsburgh School of Pharmacy, achieving her Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) degree from 2018 to 2022. Her educational background equips her with the knowledge and skills necessary for her role in pharmacy practice.