Avo Arikian, PharmD
Dr. Avo Arikian is a PGY1 pharmacy resident. He serves as a preceptor to University of California, San Francisco student pharmacists and University of Pacific, Thomas J. Long student pharmacists. Dr. Arikian received his bachelor of science in biology from California State University, Fresno in 2009 and doctor of pharmacy from University of Pacific, Thomas J. Long School of Pharmacy and Health Sciences in 2012.  He currently has memberships with the American Pharmacists Association, American Society of Health-System Pharmacists, California Pharmacists Association, California Society of Health-System Pharmacists and Fresno-Madera Pharmacists Association. AArikian3@communitymedical.org

Xuan (Jess) Ge, PharmD
Dr. Jess Ge is a PGY1 pharmacy resident. She serves as a preceptor to University of California, San Francisco student pharmacists and University of Pacific, Thomas J. Long student pharmacists.  Dr. Ge received her bachelor of science in biochemistry from University of California, Los Angeles in 2008 and doctor of pharmacy from University of California, San Francisco, School of Pharmacy in 2012. She currently has memberships with the American Society of Health-System Pharmacists, and California Society of Health-System Pharmacists. XGe@communitymedical.org

Stephen Rettig, PharmD

Dr. Stephen Rettig is a PGY1 pharmacy resident. He serves as a preceptor to University of California, San Francisco student pharmacists and University of Pacific, Thomas J. Long student pharmacists.  Dr. Rettig received his bachelor of science in biology from California State University, Fresno in 2008 and doctor of pharmacy from University of California, San Diego, Skaggs School of Pharmacy in 2012. He currently has memberships with the American Association for the advancement of Science, American Pharmacists Association, American Society of Consultant Pharmacists, American Society of Health-System Pharmacists, California Pharmacists Association, California Society of Health-System Pharmacists and San Diego County Pharmacists Association.  SRettig@communitymedical.org

The biggest reason why I chose the residency program at CRMC was the fact that it is a cutting-edge acute care institution with strong academic affiliations. It provides unique experiences in areas such as emergency medicine, trauma and critical care, while cultivating an ideal learning environment. The program has great support from the entire Pharmacy Services department, and it is evident how dedicated the preceptors and staff are to the residency program. I am confident that this residency will provide me with the clinical and professional skills necessary to pursue my career goals as a clinical pharmacist. -Avo Arikian (2012-2013)

I had an awesome experience rotating through Community Regional Medical Center as a student, and the various unique acute care rotation selections, strong emphasis on teaching, and outstanding preceptors ultimately led me to pursue a pharmacy residency here. The preceptors at CRMC are not only at the forefront of clinical pharmacy, but are also truly passionate about teaching and dedicated to the advancement of the pharmacy profession. -Jess Ge (2012-2013)

Community Regional Medical Center was an ideal choice for me because it is a large institution with a variety of services that allows for exposure to multiple practice settings. Preceptors and staff are able to provide a welcoming atmosphere balanced with a clear passion for teaching and helping to ensure patients are treated appropriately. I look forward to being challenged and firmly believe I will come away with a foundation that will accelerate my pursuit of a career as a clinical pharmacist.  -Stephen Rettig (2012-2013)