Sunday, December 6, 2009
2:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. | Room 3405-San Polo
Survival Strategies for Managing When Times are Tough Networking Session, hosted by Section of Pharmacy Practice Managers’ Advisory Group on Manager Development
Facilitator: Lindsey Kelley, Pharm.D., M.S., Manager, Pharmacy Operations
UPMC Presbyterian Shadyside Dept. of Pharmacy and Therapeutics, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Discussion Topics:
- Strategies for managing changing duties and metrics
- Taking advantage of service line changes and discontinuations
- Approaches to opportunities for growth when resources are exceeded
- Tips for staying focused on long-term goals amidst short-term crises
2:30 p.m.– 4:00 p.m | Room 3503-San Polo
Hematology/Oncology Networking Session, hosted by Section of Clinical Specialists and Scientists
Facilitator: Leila R. Mohassel, Pharm.D., BCPS, Oncology Clinical Pharmacy Specialist, Inova Fairfax Hospital, Falls Church, Virginia.
Discussion Topics:
- Fondaparinux (Arixtra®) for Management of VTE in Oncology Patients
- Plerixafor (Mobozil®) for Mobilization in Stem Cell Transplant
- Bevacizumab (Avastin®) Monotherapy in Recurrent Ovarian Cancer; and
- Other Topics Influencing Clinical Practice.
2:30 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. Room 3402-San Polo
Infectious Diseases & Pharmacokinetics Networking Session, hosted by Section of Clinical Specialists and Scientists
Facilitators:Andrew DeRyke, Pharm.D., Clinical Specialist, Infectious Diseases, Orlando Health, Orlando, Florida, and Julie Dumond, Pharm.D., BCPS, AAHIVE, Research Assistant Professor, University of North Carolina Eshelman School of Pharmacy, Chapel Hill, North Carolina.
Discussion Topics:
- Novel H1N1 influenza vaccines and antivirals
- Oseltamivir dosing in special populations – obesity, renal dysfunction
- Colistin, polymyxin B pharmacokinetics in critically-ill patient population
- Drug transporters and drug-drug interactions
- Carbapenem producing Enterobacteriaceae/Klebsiella pneumoniae carbapenemase
- Concurrent treatment of HIV infection and Tuberculosis
2:30 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. | Room 3505-San Polo
Pediatrics/Ob-GYN/Neonates Networking Session, hosted by Section of Clinical Specialists and Scientists
Facilitator: Cathy Y. Poon, Pharm.D., Associate Professor of Clinical Pharmacy, Philadelphia College of Pharmacy, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
Discussion Topics:
- Management of pre-eclampsia and eclampsia
- Mono- or combination therapies with histamine-2 antagonist and proton pump inhibitors (neonates and pediatric patients)
- Indomethacin versus ibuprofen for patent ductus arteriosus
- Ampicillin dosing for intermediate resistant Streptococcus pneumoniae infections
- Post-traumatic brain injury early onset seizure prophylaxis
- Minimizing multiple drug concentrations within neonatal and pediatric practices (i.e. how to determine the number and the actual concentrations for medications, such as heparin)
- Erythromycin ophthalmic ointment for newborns
2:30 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. | Room 3401A-San Polo
Pharmacotherapy/Primary Care Networking Session, hosted by Section of Clinical Specialists and Scientists
Facilitator: Beth Bryles Phillips, Pharm.D., BCPS, Clinical Associate Professor, University of Georgia, Athens, Georgia.
Discussion Topics:
- Board Certification in Ambulatory Care Pharmacy Practice
- 2009 American Diabetes Association (ADA)/ European Association for the Study of Diabetes (EASD) Diabetes mellitus guidelines
- Clopidogrel and proton pump inhibitor interaction
2:30 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. | Room 3403-San Polo
Clinical Information Systems Networking Session, hosted by Section of Pharmacy Informatics and Technology’s Advisory Group on Clinical Information Systems
Facilitator: Allen J. Flynn, PharmD, CPHIMS, CHS, Medication Lead, Clinical Design Team, University of Michigan Health System, Ann Arbor, MI
Discussion Topics:
- Achieving enhanced function and performance for pharmaceutical care activities from your enterprise clinical information systems.
- Strategies for documenting, communicating, engaging and collaborating to bring your important system improvement ideas to fruition. Examples of past successes and present challenges from real-world practice.
2:30 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. | Room 3701-Toscana
Cognitive Reimbursement Resources Networking Session, hosted by Section of Home, Ambulatory and Chronic Care Practitioners’ Advisory Group on Cognitive Reimbursement Resources
Facilitator: Amy L. Stump, Pharm.D., BCPS, Clinical Assistant Professor of Pharmacy Practice, University of Wyoming School of Pharmacy, Cheyenne, Wyoming
Discussion Topics:
- Newer ambulatory care practitioners who are just getting started in collaborative practice or creating a service.
- Becoming involved in advocacy for the profession as we continue to pursue reimbursement for pharmacist services.
Monday, December 7, 2009
11:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. | Room 3403-San Polo
Pain Management Networking Session, hosted by Section of Clinical Specialists and Scientists
Facilitator: Mitchell Nazario, Pharm.D., Clinical Pharmacy Specialist, Pain Management, West Palm Beach VA Medical Center, West Palm Beach, Florida.
Discussion Topics:
- Panel Presentation on the Strategic Planning Summit for the Advancement of Pain Management and Palliative Care
- PGY2 Pain Management & Palliative Care Residency Programs
11:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. | Room 3402-San Polo
Rural Healthcare: Rigors and Rewards General Networking Session, hosted by Section of Inpatient Care Practitioners’ Advisory Group on Small and Rural Hospitals
Facilitator: Bruce Thompson, R.Ph., M.S.,Director of Pharmacy Services, Hennepin County Medical Center, Minneapolis, Minnesota
Discussion Topics:
- Logistical, clinical and legislative issues affecting rural healthcare
- Impact of healthcare professional shortage in rural communities
- healthcare disparities in rural communities
- Role of technology, creative funding ideas and grassroots advocacy in addressing rural healthcare challenges
12:30 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. | Room 3503-San Polo
Immunology/Transplant Networking Session, hosted by Section of Clinical Specialists and Scientists
Facilitator: Lonnie Smith, Pharm.D., Manager, Department of Solid Organ Transplant, University Health Care, Salt Lake City, Utah.
Discussion Topics:
- Generic Immunosuppressants
- BK polyoma monitoring and treatment strategies in renal transplant patients
- Impact of CMS transplant conditions of participation and opportunities for pharmacists in solid organ transplant
12:30 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. | Room 3701-Toscana
Drug Information/Pharmacoeconomics Networking Session, hosted by Section of Clinical Specialists and Scientists
Facilitator: Karen P. Norris, Pharm.D., ApotheComm, Inc., Overland Park, Kansas.
Discussion Topics:
- Transforming Best Evidence into Practice:
- Challenges faced when evidence is scarce or when only sub-par studies exist regarding a clinical issue.
- What are the major issues to consider when making a recommendation or a practice decision when this situation occurs?
12:30 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. | Room 3405-San Polo
Multi-hospital Health System Pharmacy Leaders Networking Session, hosted by Section of Pharmacy Practice Managers
Facilitators: Ernie Anderson, Jr., M.S., System Vice President of Pharmacy, Caritas Christi Health Care, Brighton, Massachusetts and Suzanne Shea, VP Pharmacy Management, Cardinal Health Pharmacy Services, Houston, Texas and Robert T. Adamson, Corporate Vice President of Clinical Pharmacy Services, Saint Barnabas Health Care System, South Plainfield, NJ
Discussion Topics:
- Evolving roles of health system pharmacy leaders responsible for strategic planning and medication management outcomes of multiple hospitals
- Managing communication and culture issues among different hospitals (campuses)
- Regulatory compliance and standardization among campuses, especially with different campuses (hospitals) having different specialties
- Work force development with hospitals having different practice models
- Successful implementation of centralized or shared resources across the system.
12:30 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. | Room 3609-Toscana
Pharmacists and the Quality of Worklife Discourse Networking Session, hosted by Section of Inpatient Care Practitioners
Facilitators: Executive Committee, Section of Inpatient Care Practitioners, Debra L. Cowan, Pharm.D. – Chair, Brian Benson, Pharm.D. – Chair-Elect, Randy Kuiper, Pharm.D. – Immediate Past Chair,Jennifer Edwards, Pharm.D. – Director at Large 2008-2010,Richard Pacitti, Pharm.D. – Director at Large 2009-2011, Noelle Chapman, Pharm.D. – Director-at-Large Elect
Discussion Topics:
- Section’s Quality of Worklife Survey Results
- Methods of Assessing and Improving pharmacist job satisfaction
- Role of Autonomy in Pharmacist Job Satisfaction
4:15 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. | Room 2204-Titian
Psychiatry/Neurology Networking Session, hosted by Section of Clinical Specialists and Scientists
Facilitator: Eric C. Kutscher, Pharm.D., BCPP, Associate Professor, South Dakota State University, Brookings, South Dakota.
Discussion Topics:
- Academic detailing vs. Pharma detailing
- Formularies and psychiatry; should there be restrictions?
- Extrapyramidal symptoms (EPS) vs. metabolic syndrome, concerns relative to using antipsychotics.
5:15 p.m. – 6:15 p.m. | Room 3402-San Polo
Ambulatory Care Informatics Networking Session, hosted by Section of Pharmacy Informatics and Technology’s Advisory Group on Ambulatory Care Informatics
Facilitator: Marc Young, Pharm.D., MS, BCPS, LCDR MSC USN, Program Manager, Navy Medicine Information Systems Support Activity, San Antonio, TX
Discussion Topics:
- Latest developments Prescribing (E-Rx)
- Incorporating latest developments in higher level requirements for controlled substance prescribing into an electronic health record, medication reconciliation and NHIN functions.
- Current topics in managing the pharmaceutical supply chain such as RFID and inventory management technology for pharmacies.
5:15 p.m. – 6:15 p.m. | Room 3405-San Polo
Meaningful Pharmacy Practice Experiences: Challenges and Solutions General Networking Session, hosted by Section of Inpatient Care Practitioners’ Advisory Group on Pharmacy Practice Experiences
Facilitator: Beth Ferguson, Pharm.D., Director of Medication Safety and Pharmacy Education, Residency Program Director, HealthEast Care System, Woodbury, Minnesota
Discussion Topics:
- Challenges and solutions in providing meaningful pharmacy practice experiences
- Managing inconsistent experiential expectations from various Colleges/Schools of Pharmacy
- Discussing key initiatives-NQF, Leapfrog, IHI, ISMP, etc.- that students should be made aware of
- Solving the equation for successful precepting: innovative projects + minimal supervision = meaningful experiences
- Highlighting ASHP resources and the Advisory Group's deliverables – Preceptor Tool Kit and How to Start a Student Rotation
5:15 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. | Room 3403-San Polo
Cardiology Networking Session, hosted by Section of Clinical Specialists and Scientists
Facilitator:Orly Vardeny, Pharm.D., Assistant Professor of Pharmacy, University of Wisconsin, Madison, Wisconsin
Discussion Topics:
- Evolving approaches for management of atrial fibrillation
- Use of prasugrel in patients with ACS undergoing PCI
- Dietary supplements and cardiovascular disease
- Clinically significant drug interactions and monitoring strategies
5:15 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. | Room 3503-San Polo
Administrative Residency Program Hot Topics for Current and Future Administrative Residents and Preceptors Networking Session, hosted by Section of Pharmacy Practice Managers’ Advisory Group on Leadership Development
Facilitators: Cyndy Clegg, B.S.Pharm., MHA, Assistant Director, Ambulatory Pharmacy Services, Harborview Medical Center, Seattle, Washington and Rita Shane, Pharm.D.
Director of Pharmacy, Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Los Angeles, California
Discussion Topics:
- Providing current administrative residents and preceptors a networking forum
- Hot topics related to administrative residency training
- Opportunities for students considering administrative residency training programs to network with program directors and current administrative residents
Tuesday, December 8, 2009
11:15 a.m. – 12:45 p.m. | Room 3403-San Polo
Nutrition Support Networking Session, hosted by Section of Clinical Specialists and Scientists
Facilitator: Vivian Zhao, Pharm.D., Clinical Pharmacist - Nutrition Support, Emory University Hospital, Atlanta, Georgia.
Discussion Topics:
- Nutrition in continuous renal replacement therapy (CRRT)
- Nutrition in liver disease
11:15 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. | Room 3503-San Polo
Pharmacy Automation Operations Networking Session, hosted by Section of Pharmacy Informatics and Technology’s Advisory Group on Pharmacy Automation Operations
Facilitator: Ron Burnette, B.S., M.B.A., PMP, President, Pharmacy Consulting Group, LLC, Ponte Vedra, FL
Discussion Topics:
- Opportunities for Re-labeling/hospital labels when dealing with bar-code systems.
- Standardization and uniform label format for dosage forms to ensure patient safety.
- "Dispensed Product Location Tracking", (i.e., The FedEx Model) related to bar-coded medication preparation and dispense.
- Improve communications with nursing via the FedEx model within the hospital.
- Key ‘supply chain’ steps in the medication use process to identify how improved med tracking might be obtained.
11:15 a.m. – 12:45 p.m. | Room 2304-Titian
Critical Care Networking Session, hosted by Section of Clinical Specialists and Scientists
Facilitator: Steven Pass, Pharm.D., FCCM, BCPS, Associate Professor, Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center School of Pharmacy, Dallas, Texas.
Discussion Topics:
- Vasopressor dosing
- Nasal swabs for MRSA
- Insulin protocols post NICE-SUGAR
- Pharmacist participation on code blue teams
11:15 a.m. – 12:45 p.m. | Room 3402-San Polo
Home Infusion Networking Session, hosted by Section of Home, Ambulatory, and Chronic Care Practitioners’ Advisory Group on Home Infusion
Facilitator: Donald J. Filibeck, Pharm.D., M.B.A., National Director, Pharmacy Services
Critical Care Systems, Dublin, Ohio
Discussion Topics:
- New issues, and fresh perspectives in the operational, regulatory, and clinical concerns of home care essentials.
11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. | Room 3505-San Polo
Managing Contrast Media and Implementation of UHC Guidelines Networking Session, hosted by Section of Pharmacy Practice Managers’ Advisory Group on Communications and Publications and planned in cooperation with University HealthSystem Consortium
Facilitators: Trinh Le, M.S., R.Ph.,Director of Pharmacy, Sibley Memorial Hospital
Washington, DC and Niesha Griffith, M.S., R.Ph., FASHP, Director of Pharmacy,
Hematology/Oncology Residency Program Director, The Arthur G. James Cancer Hospital, at The Ohio State University, Associate Director of Pharmacy, The Ohio State University Medical Center, Columbus, OH
Discussion Topics:
- University Health System Consortium (UHC) Best Practice Recommendation for Safe Use of Imaging Contrast Agents and Radiopharmaceuticals.
- Role of pharmacy department and the P&T Committee with ensuring safe medication practices in imaging areas.
- Educational requirements for pharmacists to effectively assist with development/review of screening tools and policies and procedures for imaging areas.
- Role of a Pharmacy/Radiology Liaison in assisting with these functions.
12:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m. | Room Venetian S, Level 2
Anticoagulation Networking Session, hosted by Section of Clinical Specialists and Scientists
Facilitator: Daniel A. Lewis, Pharm.D., BCPS, Pharmacy Specialist, Internal Medicine/Therapeutic Drug Monitoring, University of Kentucky, Chandler Medical Center, Lexington, Kentucky
Discussion Topics:
- Heparin Potency
- New oral anticoagulants on the horizon
- Experiences from the first year of the Joint Commission NPSG on anticoagulation
12:30 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. | Room 3405-San Polo
Investigational Drug Service Networking Session, hosted by Section of Inpatient Care Practitioners
Facilitator: Ronald Seto, B.Sc. Pharmacy. Pharmacy Manager, Investigational Drug Services, University Health Network, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Discussion Topics:
- How to support trials in your Hospital setting.
- Strategic alignment of IDS with the need requirement of your healthcare institution.
- Defining your mandate, staffing resources and modeling of service.
- Migrating Trials from a paper order to a CPOE system in an Inpatient care setting.
- Other topics as indicated by interest.
5:15 p.m. – 6:15 p.m. | Room 3503-San Polo
Maintaining a Focus on Quality and Safety in Times of Economic Stress Networking Session, hosted by ASHP Section of Pharmacy Practice Managers’ Advisory Group on Pharmacy Business Management
Facilitator: Howard Glazier, Pharm.D., Pharmacy Practice Consulting,Clayton, California
Co-Facilitators: Heather Kokko, Pharm.D. Interim Director, Department of Pharmacy Services Medical University of South Carolina, Charleston, South Carolina and Dave Ehlert, Pharm.D., Vice President, Pharmacy Optimization, McKesson Health Systems
Golden Valley, Minnesota
Discussion Topics:
- Strategies for moving initiatives forward while managing with budget cuts, hiring freezes and layoffs
- Providing the ROI equation in today’s environment
- How institutions have re-prioritized quality and safety initiatives; opportunities for pharmacy leaders.
5:15 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. | Room 2304-Titian
Preceptor Skills Development Networking Session, hosted by Section of Clinical Specialists and Scientists
Facilitator: Carol Rollins, Pharm.D. BCNP, Clinical Coordinator
Discussion Topics:
- Developing student and resident preceptor skills program within your health system.
- Educational session needs for student and resident preceptors.
5:15 p.m. – 6:45 p.m. Room 3505-San Polo
Medication Safety General Networking Session, hosted by Section of Inpatient Care Practitioners’ Advisory Group on Medication Safety
Facilitator: Joanne Kowiatek, R.Ph., MPM, Pharmacy Manager, Medication Patient Safety, UPMC Presbyterian, Pittsburgh, PA
Discussion Topics
- “Just Culture” – Definition and Education
- Medication Safety Officers – Training and Education
- Incorporation of Medication Safety into pharmacy school curriculum and postgraduate training
- Medication Safety Dashboards
- Other topics as audience interest indicates and time permits
Wednesday, December 9, 2009
11:15 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. | Room 3402-San Polo
Pharmacy Informatics Education Networking Session, hosted by Section of Pharmacy Informatics and technology’s Advisory Group on Pharmacy Informatics Education
Facilitator: Louis D. Barone, Pharm. D., Vice Chair of Pharmacy Practice, Northeastern Ohio Universities College of Pharmacy, Rootstown, OH
Educators, practitioners, and students are encouraged to attend this session to contribute to the dialogue and network.
Session Objectives:
- Connect members of the pharmacy informatics educational community
- Informatics educational needs of practicing pharmacists, residents, and students
- Ways of recognizing pharmacists with specialized training in informatics
- Solutions to the shortage of informatics faculty on implementing ACPE informatics competencies in Colleges and Schools of Pharmacy
11:15 a.m. – 12:45 p.m. | Room 3403-San Polo
Emergency Medicine Networking Session, hosted by Section of Clinical Specialists and Scientists
Facilitator: Deborah J. Larison, Pharm.D., BCPS, CPH, Specialist – Emergency Medicine/ Toxicology, Sarasota Memorial Hospital, Sarasota, Florida.
Discussion topics:
- H1N1 Impact on ED services
- Hypothermia protocols and issues
- The droperidol controversy
- Conscious and ventilator sedation
- Pharmacists billing for clinical services
- Highlights of ED pharmacist publications and interviews
11:15 a.m. – 12:45 p.m. | Room 3405-San Polo
Geriatrics Networking Session, hosted by Section of Clinical Specialists and Scientists
Facilitator: Rosina M. Stamati, R.Ph., MPA, CGP, BCPS, Clinical Coordinator, Residency Program Director, Pharmacy, James J. Peters Veterans Affairs Medical Center, Bronx, New York.
Discussion Topics:
- New CMS guidance on pain management and infection control in long term care
- Immunization and geriatric patients: influenza(s), shingles
- Medication management services to geriatric patients
11:15 a.m. – 12:45 p.m. | Room 3609-Toscana
OR/Anesthesiology Networking Session, hosted by Section of Inpatient Care Practitioners
Facilitator: Peggy Bickham, Pharm.D., Assistant Director, Specialty and Support Services, Clinical Assistant Professor, Hospital Pharmacy Services, University of Illinois Medical Center, Chicago, Illinois
Discussion Topics:
- Joint Commission compliance and regulatory issues
- Safety and quality assurance initiatives in the OR
- Narcotic reconciliation processes in the OR
- Other topics of interest as audience indicates and time permits