Mary Washington Hospital Pharmacy Residency Program Earns Accreditation by American Society of Health System Pharmacists

Fredericksburg, VA, October 16, 2025 – Mary Washington Hospital is proud to announce that its Postgraduate Year One Pharmacy Residency Program has been granted full accreditation by the American Society of Health-System Pharmacists, the sole accrediting body for pharmacy residency programs in the United States.

Following a comprehensive survey conducted in March 2025, and a thorough review by the ASHP Commission on Credentialing in August, the Commission approved accreditation for the PGY1 program at Mary Washington Hospital. The ASHP Board of Directors formally accepted the Commission’s recommendation in September.

Accreditation has been granted for a four-year term, through 2029, recognizing the program’s commitment to excellence in pharmacy education and training. The program has been in candidate status since its inception in June 2024.

The PGY1 Pharmacy Residency at Mary Washington Hospital is a 52-week training program designed to strengthen residents’ clinical, communication, and management skills in preparation for a continued career in hospital pharmacy, clinical pharmacy, or pharmacy management. The program focuses on transitioning residents from pharmacy students to experienced pharmacists who provide exceptional patient care in an ever-changing profession.

“We are honored to receive this recognition from ASHP,” said John Coggins, RPh, MBA, Director of Pharmacy, Mary Washington Hospital. “This accreditation affirms the dedication of our pharmacy team to providing high-quality education and advancing the practice of pharmacy in our health system.”

“This accreditation marks an exciting step forward,” said Sarah Yohey, PharmD, Manager, Pharmacy Clinical Programs and Pharmacy Residency Program Director, Mary Washington Hospital. “It allows us to expand opportunities for pharmacists in our region and continue building a strong pipeline of clinical talent right here at Mary Washington Hospital.”

ASHP accreditation is a mark of distinction that reflects a residency program’s adherence to rigorous standards and its ability to prepare pharmacists for clinical practice in a variety of health system settings.

Learn more about the Pharmacy Residency Program at Mary Washington Healthcare.

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About Mary Washington Healthcare

Mary Washington Healthcare is a fully integrated, regional healthcare system that provides inpatient and outpatient care at over 80 facilities including Mary Washington Hospital, a 471-bed tertiary hospital, Stafford Hospital, a 100-bed community hospital, four emergency departments, and a multi-specialty graduate medical education program. Mary Washington Healthcare is a non-profit health system with a longstanding commitment to providing care regardless of ability to pay. For more information about our services and facilities, visit mwhc.com.

About American Society of Health Systems Pharmacists

ASHP is the largest association of pharmacy professionals in the United States, representing 60,000 pharmacists, student pharmacists, and pharmacy technicians in all patient care settings, including hospitals, ambulatory clinics, and health-system community pharmacies. For over 80 years, ASHP has championed innovation in pharmacy practice, advanced education, and professional development, and served as a steadfast advocate for members and patients. In addition, ASHP is the accrediting body for pharmacy residency and technician training programs and provides comprehensive resources to support pharmacy professionals through every stage of their careers. For more information, visit ashp.org and ASHP’s consumer website, SafeMedication.com. Learn more about ASHP’s public awareness campaign at yourpharmacist.org.