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Fond du Lac pharmacist Katie Reinke wins 2026 teaching honor

FOND DU LAC – Katie Reinke, SSM Health Greater Fond du Lac director of pharmacy, has been named the 2026 SSM Health St. Agnes Hospital Pharmacist Preceptor of the Year, according to a community announcement. Reinke was selected for the honor by the hospital’s graduating PGY1 Pharmacy Practice Residency class, which recently celebrated its fifth graduating residency class. The award recognizes a pharmacist preceptor who has made a significant impact on the learning, professional development and growth of pharmacy residents. Residency program prepares pharmacists for advanced patient care The SSM Health St. Agnes Hospital PGY1 Pharmacy Practice Residency, established in 2021, prepares residents to become clinical providers of advanced patient care services in a community hospital setting or to pursue specialized PGY2 training. Through the program, residents gain experience providing direct patient care, collaborating with physicians and other healthcare professionals, educating students and care team members, and advancing the pharmacy profession through leadership and innovation. “Receiving recognition from residents is especially meaningful because it reflects the relationships built through mentorship and shared learning experiences,” Reinke said in the announcement. “Our residency program is designed to challenge and support pharmacists as they grow into confident clinicians and leaders. It has been