---
title: "PGY-1 Pharmacy Residency in San Mateo County"
description: "We are excited to introduce the Sutter Mills Peninsula Medical Center (SMPMC) PGY-1 Pharmacy Residency Program for the 2027-2028 residency year. Through a variety of learning experiences, residents build clinical knowledge, professional skills, and confidence in a supportive community hospital environment."
url: "https://www.sutterhealth.org/education/pharmacy-residency/mpmc-pgy-1"
---

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3.  [Pharmacy](https://www.sutterhealth.org/education/pharmacy-residency) /
4.  PGY-1 Pharmacy, San Mateo County

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# Pharmacy PGY-1 Residency

We are excited to introduce the Sutter Mills Peninsula Medical Center (SMPMC) PGY-1 Pharmacy Residency Program for the 2027-2028 residency year. Through a variety of learning experiences, residents build clinical knowledge, professional skills, and confidence in a supportive community hospital environment.

[About the Program](https://www.sutterhealth.org/education/pharmacy-residency/mpmc-pgy-1/about)

[How to Apply](https://www.sutterhealth.org/education/pharmacy-residency/mpmc-pgy-1/apply)

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**Section menu**

-   [PGY-1 Pharmacy, San Mateo County](https://www.sutterhealth.org/education/pharmacy-residency/mpmc-pgy-1 "PGY-1 Pharmacy, San Mateo County")
    -   [About the Program](https://www.sutterhealth.org/education/pharmacy-residency/mpmc-pgy-1/about "About the Program")
        
    -   [Apply](https://www.sutterhealth.org/education/pharmacy-residency/mpmc-pgy-1/apply "Apply")
        
    -   [Education Highlights](https://www.sutterhealth.org/education/pharmacy-residency/mpmc-pgy-1/education-highlights "Education Highlights")
        
    -   [Frequently Asked Questions](https://www.sutterhealth.org/education/pharmacy-residency/mpmc-pgy-1/faqs "Frequently Asked Questions")
        
    -   [Salary and Benefits](https://www.sutterhealth.org/education/pharmacy-residency/mpmc-pgy-1/salary-and-benefits "Salary and Benefits")
        

-   [PGY-1 Pharmacy, San Mateo County](https://www.sutterhealth.org/education/pharmacy-residency/mpmc-pgy-1 "PGY-1 Pharmacy, San Mateo County")
    -   [About the Program](https://www.sutterhealth.org/education/pharmacy-residency/mpmc-pgy-1/about "About the Program")
        
    -   [Apply](https://www.sutterhealth.org/education/pharmacy-residency/mpmc-pgy-1/apply "Apply")
        
    -   [Education Highlights](https://www.sutterhealth.org/education/pharmacy-residency/mpmc-pgy-1/education-highlights "Education Highlights")
        
    -   [Frequently Asked Questions](https://www.sutterhealth.org/education/pharmacy-residency/mpmc-pgy-1/faqs "Frequently Asked Questions")
        
    -   [Salary and Benefits](https://www.sutterhealth.org/education/pharmacy-residency/mpmc-pgy-1/salary-and-benefits "Salary and Benefits")
        

Program Details 

### [How to Apply](https://www.sutterhealth.org/education/pharmacy-residency/mpmc-pgy-1/apply)

### [Salary and Benefits](https://www.sutterhealth.org/education/pharmacy-residency/mpmc-pgy-1/salary-and-benefits)

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## Our Residency Program

Learn more about the SMPMC PGY-1 Pharmacy Residency Program.

[About the Program](https://www.sutterhealth.org/education/pharmacy-residency/mpmc-pgy-1/about)

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## Education Highlights

Progressive learning experiences that build clinical competence, confidence, and independence throughout the residency year.

[Learning Experiences](https://www.sutterhealth.org/education/pharmacy-residency/mpmc-pgy-1/education-highlights)

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## Frequently Asked Questions

Find answers to common questions about the SMPMC PGY-1 Pharmacy Residency Program.

[View FAQs](https://www.sutterhealth.org/education/pharmacy-residency/mpmc-pgy-1/faqs)

### Living on the San Francisco Peninsula

The San Francisco Peninsula is home to diverse communities, beautiful outdoor spaces, and a variety of local attractions. Its central location provides convenient access to both San Francisco and Silicon Valley.

[Get to Know the Area](https://www.thesanfranciscopeninsula.com/)

### Contact Us

**Therese Helser, RPh**  
Inpatient Pharmacy Director  
Residency Program Director  
[Therese.Helser@sutterhealth.org](mailto:Therese.Helser@sutterhealth.org)

**Rosa Pham, PharmD**  
Clinical Pharmacist  
Residency Program Coordinator  
[Rosa.Pham@sutterhealth.org](mailto:Rosa.Pham@sutterhealth.org)

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