President
Hilary Rowe | president.bc@cshp-bc.ca
Reason for becoming involved with CSHP:
I became involved with CSHP as a student to learn more about different careers in hospital pharmacy. I have stayed involved with CSHP to contribute to the advancement of our profession, connect with leaders in our field, and have access to relevant and timely continuing education opportunities.
Past President
Asal Taheri | pastpresident@cshp-bc.com
Reason for becoming involved with CSHP:
Through CSHP, I will be part of a national community dedicated to advancing pharmacy practice, fostering professional development, and advocating for the highest standards of patient care in hospital and healthcare settings.
Alternative profession, if hadn’t chosen pharmacy & if money wasn’t an issue:
Events planner
President-Elect
Cesilia Nishi | presidentelect.bc@cshp-bc.ca
Reason for becoming involved with CSHP:
I first joined CSHP as a student to be a part of the hospital pharmacy community. I have rejoined council to play an active role in the advancement of the profession, connect with my colleagues within BC and beyond, and to advocate for issues that impact health-systems pharmacy and patient care.
Alternative profession, if hadn’t chosen pharmacy & if money wasn’t an issue:
Run a knit/crochet/craft cafe
BC Delegate
Karen Dahri | karen.dahri@vch.ca
Reason for becoming involved with CSHP:
CSHP plays a valuable role in representing hospital pharmacy practice and I want to help support its initiatives.
Alternative profession, if hadn’t chosen pharmacy & if money wasn’t an issue:
History or English teacher
Awards Chairperson
Laura Rozka | awards@cshp-bc.com
Reason for becoming involved with CSHP:
To collaborate with fellow pharmacy leaders across our beautiful province to advocate, educate, and inspire hospital, ambulatory care, and primary care pharmacist and technicians.
Alternative profession, if hadn’t chosen pharmacy & if money wasn’t an issue:
Pastry Chef or Environmental Chemist (more commonalities than you may think)
Incoming Programs Chairperson
Catherine Koo | programs.bc@cshp-bc.ca
Reason for becoming involved with CSHP:
To help offer engaging, informative educational programs and provide opportunities for members to connect with one another.
Alternative profession, if hadn’t chosen pharmacy & if money wasn’t an issue:
Teacher
Outgoing Programs Chairperson
Tamara Mihic | programs.bc@cshp-bc.ca
Reason for becoming involved with CSHP:
To connect with my pharmacy colleagues across the province and to help bring unique educational programs to our members.
Alternative profession, if hadn’t chosen pharmacy & if money wasn’t an issue:
Border security officer (with my trusty corgi canine partner)
Fundraising Chairperson
Trana Hussaini | fundraising@cshp-bc.com
Reason for becoming involved with CSHP:
I joined the CSHP Council to contribute to advancing the pharmacy profession and to be a part of this remarkable team of dedicated individuals.
Alternative profession, if hadn’t chosen pharmacy & if money wasn’t an issue:
Any field where creativity meets structure
Membership Chairperson
Elizabeth Chan | membership@cshp-bc.com
Advocacy Chairperson
Kseniya Chernushkin | advocacy@cshp-bc.com
Reason(s) for becoming involved with CSHP:
To actively support advocacy initiatives while advancing the recognition and appreciation of the evolving roles of hospital pharmacy professionals.
Alternative profession, if hadn’t chosen pharmacy & if money wasn’t an issue:
Graphic designer
Secretary
Mahsa Movahedan | secretary@cshp-bc.com
Reason(s) for becoming involved with CSHP:
This is an opportunity to actively engage in important discussions and collaborate with fellow pharmacy leaders to achieve a common goal of advancing hospital pharmacy.
Alternative profession, if hadn’t chosen pharmacy & if money wasn’t an issue:
Musical Theatre
Treasurer
Iona Berger | treasurer.bc@cshp-bc.ca
Reason(s) for becoming involved with CSHP:
To collaborate with pharmacy professionals to develop sustainable and meaningful pharmacy initiatives to continue advancing our profession.
Alternative profession, if hadn’t chosen pharmacy & if money wasn’t an issue:
Interior designer
Communications Chairperson
Ingrid Frank | communications.bc@cshp-bc.ca
Reason for becoming involved with CSHP:
I became involved with CSHP because I’ve always valued connection, collaboration, and being part of a community that supports growth in the pharmacy profession.
Alternative profession, if hadn’t chosen pharmacy & if money wasn’t an issue:
Travel Vlogger
Interior BC Chapter Co-Chair (Interim for Melissa Lane):
Jasmin Gill
Northern BC Chapter Chair:
Katie Bellefeuille
Co-Lead Resident:
Shae Lovely
Reason for becoming involved with CSHP:
I got involved with CSHP because I enjoy coordinating events, collaborating with others, and building connections with my peers. Throughout pharmacy school, I spent much of my free time in extracurricular clubs and found those experiences very rewarding. I am excited to continue contributing outside of my clinical responsibilities and to stay engaged with fellow pharmacy professionals through CSHP.
Alternative profession, if hadn’t chosen pharmacy & if money wasn’t an issue:
If I had not pursued a career in pharmacy, I likely would have continued working as a community support worker. I found the role both meaningful and rewarding, as it allowed me to build relationships with individuals, support them in achieving their goals, and make a positive impact in their daily lives. The experience reinforced my passion for helping others, which ultimately led me to a career in healthcare.
Co-Lead Resident:
Ryan Knowles
Reason for becoming involved with CSHP:
I have attended many CSHP events since my first year of pharmacy school and have never missed an Annual General Meeting. I’m grateful for the knowledge and mentorship I’ve received through CSHP, and I hope to give back to the organization.
Alternative profession, if hadn’t chosen pharmacy & if money wasn’t an issue:
If I hadn’t pursued pharmacy, I would have chosen a career in art, specifically Pacific Northwest Coast form line art. It is an important part of my culture. Before receiving my acceptance to UBC, I was accepted into the Freda Diesing School of Northwest Coast Art and considered a different path.
Vancouver Island Chapter Co-Chair:
Dorothy Lau
Vancouver Island Chapter Co-Chair:
Matthew Del Nin
Reason for becoming involved with CSHP:
I think that CSHP hosts great continuing education events and wanted to chip in to help take on some of the workload. I’m also hopeful CSHP can advocate for key issues in our profession to reduce pharmacist attrition/burnout, establish safe patient: pharmacist ratios, support pharmacists in practicing as independent clinicians, and ensure people can get top-notch pharmacy care regardless of where they live.
Alternative profession, if hadn’t chosen pharmacy & if money wasn’t an issue:
I would live in a van and ski/mountain bike every day, taking odd jobs to pay the bills (I have minimal transferrable skills).
Fraser Valley Chapter Chair:
Florian Zhou
Reason for becoming involved with CSHP:
To bring clinical pharmacists together and
inspire ongoing advancement of our profession through advocacy with our union and
promoting continuing education opportunities.
Alternative profession, if hadn’t chosen pharmacy & if money wasn’t an issue:
Become a professional cyclist
Student Membership Coordinator:
Jayden Pun | studentcoordinator.bc@cshp-bc.ca
Reason for becoming involved with CSHP:
I joined CSHP to make students aware of the opportunities that await them in hospital pharmacy and to advocate for the profession as a whole!
Alternative profession, if hadn’t chosen pharmacy & if money wasn’t an issue:
I love music and instruments so I’d probably be in a band with my friends!
Student Membership Coordinator:
Amanda Lee | studentcoordinator.bc@cshp-bc.ca
Reason for becoming involved with CSHP:
I became involved with CSHP because the mentorship program had a significant impact on my learning in my first year of pharmacy school, helping me connect with experienced professionals who guided me in shaping my career path. Being part of CSHP also gives me the opportunity to support pharmacy students and help foster student involvement and collaboration within the pharmacy community.
Alternative profession, if hadn’t chosen pharmacy & if money wasn’t an issue:
I’m a huge history nerd and I love reading. If I hadn’t chosen a career in pharmacy, I’d love to put my classical studies minor to use by working at a museum or owning a cozy bookstore!
CAPSI Senior Representative
Simrat Sekhon | ubcsr@capsi.ca
Reason for becoming involved with CSHP:
I joined CSHP because hospital pharmacy is always evolving, and it’s great to be part of a group that keeps up with all the changes. I like seeing how things are advancing and how we can play a role in making patient care better.
Alternative profession, if hadn’t chosen pharmacy & if money wasn’t an issue:
Interior Designer
CAPSI Junior Representative
Dilnar Mamatyusuf | ubcjr@capsi.ca
Reason for becoming involved with CSHP:
I’ve always been interested in hospital pharmacy because of my previous work experience, and joined CSHP in my first year. I’m hoping to meet others who share the same interests, be part of the conversation and contribute my ideas as a future pharmacy professional.
Alternative profession, if hadn’t chosen pharmacy & if money wasn’t an issue:
Diplomat