Discover Farhana’s career journey as a senior specialty pharmacist at Northwell Health’s Vivo Health Pharmacy

Throughout her time at Northwell, Farhana Khalid has received guidance, mentorship and opportunities to take on new challenges, which have been instrumental in her professional growth. Read on to learn more about Farhana, who grew her career from specialty pharmacist to senior specialty pharmacist at Northwell Health’s Vivo Health Pharmacy.

Farhana began her career with us in 2018 as a specialty pharmacist at Northwell’s Vivo Health Pharmacy, located in the Center for Advanced Medicine (CFAM) in New Hyde Park, New York. There, she was able to hone her skills in oncology and transplant — managing medication for patients with chronic or rare diseases, providing education on treatments and addressing side effects of medications. Farhana also collaborated with her colleagues to navigate prior authorizations and served as a patient advocate to ensure seamless, accessible and specialized care for patients, thereby enhancing their experience.

During her time as a specialty pharmacist, Farhana was supported by Northwell in her pursuit of specialized certifications. After passing the Certified Specialty Pharmacist (CSP) exam in 2021, she began working as a certified specialty pharmacist at Vivo Health Pharmacy at CFAM. In this role, Farhana assisted patients in managing their medications, ensured that they understood their treatments and any potential side effects, and also served as a patient advocate striving for the best possible health outcomes. Mastering this position led to her promotion to senior specialty pharmacist this year at CFAM.

As a senior specialty pharmacist, Farhana guides and supervises a team of pharmacists and their daily operations to ensure efficient service delivery. She performs all the duties she did as a certified pharmacist but also participates in additional programs that continue to drive quality and excellence in patient care within the pharmacy. Reflecting on her current position, Farhana shared that it is most rewarding for her to see her patients achieve their health goals and overcome challenges. “I enjoy working closely with patients, healthcare providers and my team to provide personalized patient care and support. I love that I can make a meaningful impact on patients’ lives as a senior specialty pharmacist.”

Farhana is proud of her achievements during her time at Northwell, especially her career progression and the opportunity to become certified and develop leadership and mentorship skills. “My team members have come to seek my guidance and mentorship, which is both humbling and rewarding,” said Farhana. As a mentor for others in specialty pharmacy, she offers advice to those looking to grow their career, “Throughout my time at Northwell, I have embraced opportunities for learning, building strong relationships and staying adaptable to advance my career. I encourage new team members to stay curious, look for growth opportunities and don’t be afraid to ask questions or take on new challenges.”

Discover a career well cared for with our Vivo Health Pharmacy team and learn more about opportunities with Northwell Health today.