You are already a pro at social media and are Facebooking, Tweeting, and Linking In 24/7. Now connect with your peers like you’ve never networked before. Join attendees in these networking rooms – many hosted by experts in the field – and find solutions to your most perplexing professional issues.
Wednesday, May 16, 3:30 PM – 4:00 PM (EST)
Keeping Up with the Literature
Rounds, committees, precepting – there's always too much to do. How do you stay on top of important publications amidst the chaos? Find out here.
Host: Joseph Saseen, PharmD, BCPS, FASHP
Board Certification
To certify or not to certify? If yes, when is a good time to do it? Get tips for if – and when – to go for certification, and weigh the many factors in making that decision.
Host: Robert Page, II, PharmD, MSPH, FASHP
Social Media Do's and Don't's
As New Practitioners, we are the first group of pharmacists to deal with questions of e-professionalism. How do we use social networking sites to stay in touch while still maintaining professionalism?
Host: Christina Martin, PharmD
Thursday, May 17, 2:25 PM – 2:55 PM (EST)
Gaining Confidence and Respect
You're armed with the knowledge, skills, and experience, but don't necessarily have the confidence to put your best foot forward. Sound familiar? This chat room is for you!
Host: Diane Ginsburg, MS, RPh, FASHP
Mapping Your Career
You've had a five-year plan since you were practically born – now that you're career is on its way, life happens. What now? Gain insight on how to stay ahead even when your path gets off-course.
Host: Angela Cassano, PharmD, BCPS
International Pharmacy
Going Abroad: Experiences and Opportunities in International Pharmacy
Host: John Hertig, PharmD, MS
Friday, May 18, 1:15 PM – 1:45 PM (EST)
Work-Life Balance
Tips and tricks to live a satisfying life in and out of work and learn from your peers about aligning your personal values and priorities with your new career.
Host: Erin Hendrick, MS, PharmD
Precepting
Crossing Over – How to Become a Preceptor! Incorporating precepting into an already busy schedule can be challenging as well as daunting for someone new to practice. Learn how you can grow in your confidence and ability to become a preceptor.
Host: Kelly Smith, PharmD, BCPS, FASHP, FCCP
Advancing in the Workplace
You've established yourself in your workplace, now what? Network on effective ways to move up the career ladder in this chat room.
Host: John Clark, PharmD, MS, BCPS