Class of 2027 Community Pharmacy
Dr. Derrick Chan, PharmD, Walgreens
The selection committee is proud to announce Dr. Derrick Chan as the recipient of the 2026 Community Pharmacy IPPE Preceptor of the Year Award. Dr. Chan is an outstanding preceptor known for his compassionate and approachable teaching style, creating a positive environment where students feel supported and comfortable progressing at their own pace. He explains concepts clearly and patiently, fostering confidence and encouraging open questions without fear of judgment. Even during busy shifts, he makes time to check in and support his learners. His accessibility, strong communication, and expertise in pharmacy management and patient experience enrich the learning experience, leaving a meaningful and lasting impact on his students.
Community Pharmacy Apple Awards
Joel Alegria
Jenny Behan
Brian Biga
Hannah Breslow
Lillian Chan
Jenny Chau
Donna Cheung
Soojin Cheung
Anita Chiu
Catherine Deng
Cassia Edward
Kessa Giles
Vy Hosng
Michelle Jones
Simon Kuang
Thea Kwok
Lynda Kwong
Jasmine Lau
Anh Le
Jason Le
Justine Liberato
Kevin Li
Johnny Liam
Paul Luke
Nataliya Miller
Allison Ngan
Ruby Ngo
Chi Ngo
David Potter
Shylee Prasad
Maryana Poychenko
Shelly Sharma
Samantha Ting
Hiu Ting
La Toya Thompson
Blamoh Twegbe
Helen Wan
Janice Wang
Alan Wong
Betty Wong
Tiffany Wong
Anthony Wong
Danny Wu
Jessica Wu
Albert Wu
Andy Yip
David Yup
Esther Yu
Chuling Zhang
Class of 2026 Concentrated Health Systems
Dr. Justin Quintal, PharmD, SFDPH
Dr. Quintal stands out as a preceptor who goes above and beyond to create meaningful learning opportunities. He actively works with students to expand experiential learning, including developing informatics-focused experiences. His initiative and collaborative approach reflect a strong commitment to student growth and the profession. Passionate and personable, he provides thoughtful guidance and practical insight while remaining approachable despite a busy schedule. His dedication to advancing new learning opportunities sets him apart as a leader in student
Class of 2026 Longitudinal Health Systems
Dr. Alan Tan, PharmD, BCPS, UCSF Health
Dr. Alan Tan is an exceptional preceptor who emphasizes structure, accountability, and active learning to help student pharmacists build confidence and clinical ability. He sets clear expectations, provides thoughtful feedback, and creates opportunities for students to apply their knowledge in patient care. By encouraging critical thinking and independence, he helps learners develop strong clinical judgment while remaining a reliable source of support. Attentive to individual goals, he offers tailored experiences that strengthen communication and counseling skills. His professionalism and dedication to patient care leave a lasting impact on students’ readiness for future practice.
Health Systems Pharmacy Apple Awards
Anisa Abu-Ramaileh
Janneca Ames
Kora Avdagic
Eileen Bang
Min Bang
Anna Barseghyan
Zaina Bashqoy
Jeaninna Flores Bello
Carrie Bi
Quang Bui
Sharya Bourdet
Rachel Campbell
Lisa Janssen Carlson
Hyesoo Chae
Kalee Chau
Christine Cheng
Elaine Chaing
Clever Chiu
Yunwen Chiu
Jackie Chou
Jennifer Chow
Michelle Chu
Tiffany Chui
Mackenzie Clark
Nicola Clayton
Megan Conrad
Erika Cutler
Richard Drew
Sherif Fanous
Rachelle Firestone
Janet Grochowski
Joanne Guan
Lucas Harjono
Steven Hong
Helen Hou
Nancy Hung
Paige Hutchinson
Ripal Jariwala
Michael Kim
Tiffany Kwok
Karissa Lapuz
Jimin Lee
Cassandra Lei
Emily Leon
Fanny Li
Xin Liao
Emily Lim
Aileen Lu
Julie Ma
Daniel Juarez Miranda
Lizbeth Martinez
Angela Mercado
Liseli Mulala
Danielle Munoz
Steven Pham
Miah Pollack
Allison Pollock
Linda Poon
Tessa Rife-Pennington
Amanda Roy
Emily Sabour
Agafe Saguros
Sarina Sarai
Charisus Tay
Paul Takamoto
Ashley Thompson
Candy Tsourounis
Dexter Wimer
Anthony Wong
Elise Wozniak
Albert Yang
Catherine Yen
Ingrid Zhou