Current FPGP Students
Lynn Antwi-Boasiako, who holds a Bachelor of Science in Bio-Inorganic Chemistry from the University of Toronto, embarked on a global journey that led her to earn a Masters in Pharmacy from John Moores University in Liverpool, United Kingdom. Upon returning to Toronto, Lynn served her community as a pharmacist, specializing in diabetes education and addiction support. She briefly worked at CVS Pharmacy as a Certified Pharmacy Technician in the United States before continuing her professional development within a hospital pharmacy setting. Now, as a Foreign Pharmacist Graduate intern at Houston Methodist Hospital, she's diving headfirst into the fascinating world of inpatient care, poised to become a Texas-licensed staff pharmacist at a hospital. When not at the hospital, Lynn dedicates herself to the noble, if occasionally chaotic, art of "boy-momming". During her free time, she bravely attempts to conquer her first marathon this year.
Cristina Cervero Gregori earned her Master of Pharmacy degree from the University of Valencia in Spain, where she built a strong foundation in pharmaceutical care and clinical practice. Before relocating to the United States, she worked as a staff pharmacist in Spain, where she was responsible for dispensing medications, counseling patients, and collaborating with healthcare professionals to ensure optimal therapeutic outcomes. After moving to the U.S., Ms. Cervero Gregori obtained her Foreign Pharmacy Graduate Examination certification and began her journey toward pharmacist licensure. She has worked as a Retail Health Coordinator and Pharmacy Technician at CVS Health, supporting medication therapy management, patient outreach, and operational coordination across retail settings. Currently, she is completing her FPGP internship at Houston Methodist Hospital – Texas Medical Center, where she is gaining valuable experience in inpatient pharmacy operations, sterile compounding, clinical workflows, and interprofessional collaboration. Ms. Cervero Gregori expects to complete all licensure requirements and become a licensed pharmacist in the United States by 2026.
Her professional interests include hospital pharmacy, clinical services, creating educational content for pharmacy students, and helping other foreign-trained pharmacists navigate the U.S. licensure process. Outside of work, Cristina enjoys exploring new places and cultures through travel, capturing everyday moments with her camera, and expressing herself through music by playing the piano. She has a deep love for animals and shares her home with a sweet rescue cat who brings her endless joy.
Rupa Shukla, PharmD
Dr. Rupa Shukla earned her Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) and Bachelor of Pharmacy degrees from Manipal College of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Manipal University in India. She later pursued a Post Baccalaureate in Pharmacy at the Leslie Dan Faculty of Pharmacy, University of Toronto in Canada.
Dr. Shukla has a diverse background in pharmacy practice across Canada and the United States. She has served as a Pharmacy Manager and Staff Pharmacist at Shoppers Drug Mart in the Greater Toronto Area, where she led pharmacy operations, provided direct patient care, and managed immunization programs. She later worked at Guardian Pharmacy, also in the Greater Toronto Area, offering clinical consultations and promoting medication safety and wellness. Most recently, she worked as a Pharmacist Intern at Choice Specialty Pharmacy in The Woodlands, Texas, where she gained hands-on experience in U.S. pharmacy practice, including prescription processing, inventory management, and patient counseling.
Her professional interests include clinical pharmacy, workflow optimization, medication safety, clinical trials, and investigational drugs. Dr. Shukla is committed to lifelong learning and a collaborative patient-centered care as she works towards full licensure as a pharmacist in the State of Texas.
In her free time, she enjoys exploring as well as cooking different cuisines, traveling, and spending quality time with her family.