Student Profiles

Andrita Stokes

Physician Assistant Student, Class of 2013

Before starting Campbell’s Physician Assistant Program, Andrita Stokes worked in a lab, specifically focusing on breast cancer, for numerous years. During this time she discovered her interest in the aspects of medicine and patient contact.

Her decision to pursue a career in the PA field was based on the significant role that Stoke's PA played in her life when she faced some personal medical issues.

“I have tremendous respect for my PA and I felt that she possessed all of the qualities that an excellent PA should have,” Stokes said. “The propensity that I possess to professionally be present with patients through the best and worst of times is what compelled me to pursue a career as a PA.”

Stokes chose Campbell because of the University’s reputation and success in other graduate programs. “I knew the PA Program wouldn’t fall short and that Campbell University would set the foundation for me to be successful in the future,” Stokes said.

Following graduation, Stokes hopes to complete a residency in obstetrics and gynecology. Her ultimate career aspiration is to work alongside women who are coping with high risk pregnancies, reproductive cancers and infertility issues.

Marquise and Tiffany Lee

Newlyweds Marquise and Tiffany Lee are currently earning their master's degrees in clinical research at the College of Pharmacy & Health Sciences.

Tiffany decided to attend Campbell based on her experience with the College’s Pharmacy Readiness and Enrichment Program that she attended in 2007, “The students and staff were very nice and I felt I could benefit from being in such a welcoming environment.” She was drawn to the clinical research program because of the clinical trials process, “There are so many different ways that I can be involved in the process and still help patients.”

Marquise originally planned to attend medical school, but since starting the program, is considering other options within the clinical research field, “I have always been interested in how pharmaceuticals are developed and bridging the gap between pharmaceuticals and medical practice.” His most memorable moment at Campbell so far has been his behavioral medicine class. “I generally enjoyed that class and what I learned from it,” Marquise said. “Because it was a small class, I appreciated the discussions and the personal interactions.”

After graduating from Campbell, Marquise and Tiffany plan to further their education. Tiffany is considering pharmacy school and Marquise is deciding between a medical program or another graduate degree.

Marshal Carter

2013 Student Pharmacist

Following in a line of family members, Marshal Carter earned his EMT certification in high school.

Now as a third-year pharmacy student Carter continues to carry on the family’s tradition, volunteering as an EMT for 60 hours each month at the Buies Creek Fire and Rescue Department.

What started as a tradition has turned into a passion. And Carter hopes to combine his love for emergency medicine with his pharmacy education to eventually practice pharmacy in an emergency department.

Carter also worked as a pharmacy tech in high school, which provoked his interest to apply for pharmacy school. He views the profession as a way to reach out to a diverse population of under-served patients and wants to help close the gap in health care disparities.

Volunteering as an EMT for almost 11 years helped him experience this need first-hand.

“When patients feel like hope is gone and no one really cares for their needs, there is no greater gift, to me, than to be able to connect on a personal level and help them improve their own health,” Carter said.

Nidhi Chokshi

2012 Student Pharmacist

Growing up, Nidhi Chokshi knew she wanted to work in health care but was not sure what field.

To explore her options, she decided to work in an independent pharmacy for a few years. This experience convinced her to pursue a career in pharmacy.

“Working around some amazing pharmacists taught me that being a pharmacist means much more than just filling prescriptions, there are many ways that pharmacists can make a difference,” Chokshi said, who is currently a fourth-year pharmacy student.

After graduating from Campbell this spring, Chokshi plans to serve her community by practicing pharmacy in an independent or hospital setting.

“I hope to help patients not only by filling their medications, but through counseling and medication therapy management. I also want to conduct seminars for my patients to familiarize them with their disease states and medications,” Chokshi said.

She hopes to leave a lasting impression on her patients by taking the time to educate her patients about the potential side effects of their medications and the necessity of complying with medication guidelines.

Beth Migliaccio