Dr Kylie Michot is the PGY2 critical care pharmacy resident at the University of Mississippi Medical Center in Jackson, Mississippi. She earned her BS degree in pharmaceutical sciences and Pharm.D. degree from the University of Louisiana Monroe in Monroe, Louisiana. After pharmacy school, she completed her PGY1 at Our Lady of the Lake Regional Medical Center in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Michot’s interest in clinical pharmacy was sparked by her pharmacy school mentor, Jen Hoh, who introduced her to the fields of critical care and emergency medicine. This experience inspired her to pursue a career focused on caring for critically ill patients. Her interest in critical care continued to grow throughout her APPE rotations and PGY1 residency, where she gained experience across a variety of high-acuity patient populations and intensive care settings.
In her current position, she rotates through learning experiences in surgical, medical, cardiac, burn, and neuroscience ICUs. In this role, she is developing the advanced clinical knowledge, skills, and judgment necessary to provide confident, evidence-based care to critically ill patients. Her training is providing her with opportunities to participate in high-acuity, time-sensitive clinical decision-making while continuing to strengthen her clinical judgment and confidence in complex patient care situations. Her clinical interests include vasopressor management, antimicrobial stewardship, emergency response, and toxicology. Upon completion of her PGY2 residency, Michot aspires to obtain her BCCCP board certification and practice as a critical care pharmacy specialist, working at the top of her license within a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment. In addition, she hopes for the opportunity to support the development of current and future health care professionals through teaching, preceptorship, and professional mentorship.
When asked how she integrates advocacy into her role, Michot answered that she integrates it into her daily practice by advocating for herself and supporting her coresidents. She prioritizes open communication with preceptors when establishing deadlines and monthly schedules to ensure expectations are clear and responsibilities are manageable. She also makes an effort to prioritize her well-being on her days off. She recognizes that maintaining her own well-being is important to remaining focused and providing the best care possible to her patients. By advocating for herself and her coresidents, she promotes a supportive work environment while maintaining her ability to meet the demands of residency.
Michot was first introduced to ACCP during her P3 year, when she had the opportunity to serve as a founding member of her pharmacy school’s ACCP chapter. Although her time as an ACCP member has been relatively short, the organization has had a significant impact on her professional development. Through ACCP, she has developed connections with students, residents, and pharmacists who have provided guidance and perspectives that have supported her personal and professional growth. She has also had opportunities to contribute to the organization, including serving as a member-at-large on the Resident Advisory Committee, participating on the CNS PRN Communications Committee, and contributing to the Critical Care PRN newsletter. She looks forward to continuing her involvement in the upcoming year as the Resident Advisory Committee vice chair and presenting her PGY1 research at the ACCP Annual Meeting. These opportunities have allowed her to both learn from ACCP members and contribute to the organization through service, education, and professional engagement. ACCP has also demonstrated the value of maintaining connections within the profession. Through ACCP, Michot has met residents and students in specialties and programs outside her immediate professional network. These relationships have provided a network of colleagues she can reach out to with questions, learn from, and support as they progress in their careers. In return, she hopes her involvement has allowed her to contribute to the organization by supporting other members and helping strengthen the resident and student community.
Given her experience with ACCP, Michot encourages students and residents to identify a professional organization that provides opportunities for both professional growth and meaningful involvement. She believes that professional development is not something that should be pursued independently. Pharmacy practice continues to change, with new evidence and information emerging daily. Maintaining connections with other pharmacists can provide valuable opportunities to learn and share knowledge. She also encourages members to actively participate rather than simply maintain membership. Serving on committees, attending meetings, contributing to publications, and connecting with other members can help individuals build relationships and develop skills outside their daily practice. These connections can provide opportunities for mentorship, collaboration, research, and potentially future career opportunities. Most importantly, Michot believes that involvement in professional organizations allows pharmacists to learn from one another and contribute to the continued growth of the profession.
On a nonprofessional note, one life goal that she has yet to accomplish is visiting all 50 states. So far, she has only visited 16 states but looks forward to postresidency life when she will have the time (and money) to travel. She looks forward to checking Utah off the list when she attends the ACCP Annual Meeting this year.