Kaitlyn Grieves

Dr. Kaitlyn Grieves, PharmD, BCTXP is a Cardiothoracic Clinical Pharmacist and the PGY2 Solid Organ Transplant Residency Program Coordinator at Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston, MA. She is originally from Peoria, Illinois and obtained her Doctor of Pharmacy degree from the University of Kentucky in 2021. Kaitlyn completed her PGY1 Pharmacy residency and PGY2 Solid Organ Transplant residency at Massachusetts General Hospital. She has been actively involved with the NPF Membership and Outreach Advisory Group for the past three years, including serving as chair for one year. In addition, she previously served as a student member of the Council on Pharmacy Management and participated in both the Pharmacy Student Forum Advancement of Pharmacy Practice Advisory Group and the ASHP Experiential Education Program.

Reasons for selecting this career path:
From an early age, I knew I wanted a career centered around patient care. During pharmacy school, I discovered the role of clinical transplant pharmacists and was immediately drawn to their impact across the transplant journey. Shadowing in this setting showed me how they work closely with patients both before and after transplant, while collaborating within interdisciplinary teams.

I was especially inspired by the breadth of specialties involved—infectious diseases, critical care, ambulatory care, internal medicine, and cardiology—all within a single role. Seeing transplant patients receive a second chance at life was incredibly moving and, combined with the complexity, collaboration, and continuity of care in transplant pharmacy, reinforced my passion for pursuing this path.

Professional Interests:

• Student/Residency Professional Development
• Pharmacokinetic differences in transplant patients
• Infectious disease and opportunistic infections in immunocompromised patients

Interest in serving on the NPF Executive Committee:
My desire to serve on the NPF Executive Committee is rooted in the rewarding experiences I’ve had over the past years with ASHP both as a student and a pharmacist. Through my involvement with the NPF Membership and Outreach Advisory Group, I’ve gained both personal fulfillment and professional growth. The dedication and enthusiasm of the leaders I’ve worked with have inspired me to stay engaged and contribute to the continued success of NPF. Serving on the Executive Committee allows me to build on this momentum—helping shape future initiatives while supporting the development of the next generation of pharmacy leaders.

Benefits of being involved in ASHP as a New Practitioner:
Becoming involved with ASHP as a New Practitioner can be instrumental in navigating the early years of one’s pharmacy career. The support and shared experiences of a peer network provide valuable guidance and encouragement during this important transition period. Through my involvement with the New Practitioners Forum, I’ve gained experiences that have helped me grow not only as a pharmacist but also as a leader and mentor.

What sets ASHP apart is the variety of ways you can get involved and grow. Whether you're looking to take on leadership roles, build a strong professional network, develop your skills, or connect with and support student pharmacists, there’s a place for you here. ASHP truly fosters an environment where new practitioners can thrive.