The Official Publication Of The Florida Pharmacy Association SEPT. 2012
The 2012 Convention
florida PHARMACY TODAY Departments 4 Calendar 4 Advertisers 5 President’s Viewpoint 7 Executive Insight 27 Buyer’s Guide
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FPA Member Profile
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The Presentation of Awards
The FPA sits down with Mary Gwendola Ferguson.
Thank You to Our Sponsors The 122nd Annual Meeting and Convention was a huge success – due in large part to the sponsors who contributed and made it possible. The FPA thanks the sponsors who participated.
Each year the Florida Pharmacy Association recognizes individuals who have shown their commitment to pharmacy in many exceptional ways. These award recipients continue to strive for excellence in their profession, meeting challenges and opportunities while demonstrating their commitment to their respective communities.
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FPA Calendar 2012
October 9 - 10 Florida Board of Pharmacy Meeting - Tallahassee 13-17 NCPA Meeting San Diego, California 20-21 FPA Midyear Clinical Consultant and Nuclear Pharmacist Meeting Orlando November 2-3
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DECEMBER 1-2 Sarasota Law Conference, Hyatt Regency Sarasota 11-12 Florida Board of Pharmacy Meeting Tallahassee 24-25 Christmas Holiday, FPA Office Closed
FPA Budget and Finance Committee and Board of Directors Meeting and council meetings Orlando FPA office closed for Veterans Day
15-17 NASPA and ASPL Fall Meeting Tucsan, Arizona 15-17 ASCP Annual Meeting National Harbor, Maryland 22-23 Thanksgiving - FPA Office Closed
Mission Statements: of the Florida Pharmacy Today Journal
The Florida Pharmacy Today Journal is a peer reviewed journal which serves as a medium through which the Florida Pharmacy Association can communicate with the profession on advances in the sciences of pharmacy, socio-economic issues bearing on pharmacy and newsworthy items of interest to the profession. As a self-supported journal, it solicits and accepts advertising congruent with its expressed mission.
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The mission of the Florida Pharmacy Today Board of Directors is to serve in an advisory capacity to the managing editor and executive editor of the Florida Pharmacy Today Journal in the establishment and interpretation of the Journal’s policies and the management of the Journal’s fiscal responsibilities. The Board of Directors also serves to motivate the Florida Pharmacy Association members to secure appropriate advertising to assist the
Journal in its goal of self-support.
For a complete calendar of events go to www.pharmview.com CE CREDITS (CE cycle) The Florida Board of Pharmacy requires 10 hours LIVE Continuing Education as part of the required 30 hours general education needed every license renewal period. Pharmacists should have satisfied all continuing education requirements for this biennial period by September 30, 2013 or prior to licensure renewal. *For Pharmacy Technician Certification Board Application, Exam Information and Study materials, please contact the FPA office. For More Information on CE Programs or Events: Contact the Florida Pharmacy Association at (850) 222-2400 or visit our Web site at www.pharmview.com CONTACTS FPA — Michael Jackson (850) 222-2400 FSHP — Michael McQuone (850) 906-9333 U/F — Dan Robinson (352) 273-6240 FAMU — Leola Cleveland (850) 599-3301 NSU — Carsten Evans (954) 262-1300 DISCLAIMER Articles in this publication are designed to provide accurate and authoritative information with respect to the subject matter covered. This information is provided with the understanding that neither Florida Pharmacy Today nor the Florida Pharmacy Association are engaged in rendering legal or other professional services through this publication. If expert assistance or legal advice is required, the services of a competent professional should be sought. The use of all medications or other pharmaceutical products should be used according to the recommendations of the manufacturers. Information provided by the maker of the product should always be consulted before use.
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The President’s Viewpoint GOAR ALVAREZ, FPA President
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Collaboration is Key to Success of Legislative Efforts
ear FPA family, let me tell you what’s been going on. We just returned from our first council meetings a week or so ago, and although we faced the threat of Hurricane Isaac, the Chairs and members of the Councils were in full force to do your work. As for the students, they were overflowing. What an incredible team. I applaud and thank each of them for their commitment. During the meetings, I made it a point to visit each and every Council and share in their discussions. Let me tell you that they were focused and energized. I was pleased with what I was hearing at the workshops and with the quality of the group participants and the dialogue. It confirmed what I already knew, that I had made the right choice of Council Chairs and members. You have an extraordinary team working to protect, defend and promote the profession of Pharmacy, and to add value to you, our members. During convention, I had asked that each of the Councils start to work early and that they meet frequently between faceto-face meetings. My wish was that the Councils would have action items for the Board of Directors to debate and act upon. I am happy to report that this is already occurring. In my inaugural address, I mentioned that I felt we should be united, that we are all pharmacists, one profession of pharmacy and that we should speak as one. In fact, I mentioned that this was a call for unity. During convention, I had the pleasure of meeting FSHP in-coming president Connie Hogrefe, and at that time mentioned to her my desire that our organizations work together to achieve what is best for pharmacy. At the FPA Board of Direc-
tors meeting, Connie and I again discussed this issue and mutually agreed to continue the dialogue. Last week, leadership from the FPA Governmental Affairs Council, led by Chair Humberto Martinez, and FSHP Legislative Affairs Council, led by Chair Paul Eger, met with Executive VPs, Michael Jackson and Michael Mc-
You have an extraordinary team working to protect, defend and promote the profession of Pharmacy, and to add value to you, our members. Quone, and with president Hogrefe and myself to begin discussions on developing joint legislative agendas. The purpose was to explore how we might help support each of the organizations in achieving what is best for pharmacy. We have committed to continuing these discussions regularly with the goal of identifying and supporting mutual agendas and to develop mutual talking points to be shared with legislators. I was very pleased with the dialogue and look very forward to our next meetings.
Goar Alvarez, 2012-2013 FPA President
I know that all of us as pharmacists truly have the same goals, and through frequent and honest discussions we can understand better where our differences might lie, and much more importantly, where our similarities exist. I’ll tell you that what I heard is that the similarities far outweigh any perceived differences. After all, we are all pharmacists. I believe that with our “collective voice” representing a large constituency of pharmacists throughout the state, we can make our case better heard by legislators. Over the next few months, I will be having the Chairs of each of the Councils share with you their work on your behalf so that you may have a clearer understanding of the issues, some of the challenges we face and the successes we achieve. Members, I invite you to contact the office with your questions, concerns and solutions. I look forward to hearing from you. Do you know someone who is not a member? Please encourage them to join us and SEPTEMBER 2012
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FPA Staff
Executive Vice President/CEO Michael Jackson (850) 222-2400, ext. 200
Director of Continuing Education Tian Merren-Owens, ext. 120
be a part of our vast grassroots advocacy network. I would like to thank the students from each of the colleges of pharmacy and am overwhelmed by their outpouring of interest. I can tell you that the caliber of the students is stu-
er forms of communication from students, pharmacists and technicians alike, expressing their desire to become active in any way at the FPA. I invite you to continue to reach out to me. We have a host of activities and projects that you can participate in,
Controller Wanda Hall, ext. 211
Educational Services Office Assistant Stacey Brooks, ext. 210 Coordinator of Membership Christopher Heil, ext. 110
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Our profession is changing, we are evolving, and pharmacy has much to look forward to in the coming months and years. pendous, and I am pleased to be a part of the process of helping identify and build leaders for tomorrow. It was with this in mind that I have made every attempt to ensure that we have students from each of the colleges of pharmacy at each of the Council meetings throughout my presidency. Although the Councils are full, I continue to receive e-mails and oth-
and we welcome your enthusiastic support. Our profession is changing, we are evolving, and pharmacy has much to look forward to in the coming months and years. Join the Evolution Revolution... Transform the Practice of Pharmacy. n
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Recognizing Pharmacists and Pharmacy Technicians in October
here are days on the calendar that we look forward to celebrating. These days include birthdays, anniversaries, graduation dates and even the date when we were first issued our professional licenses to practice pharmacy. I remember when I received notice from the Florida and Alabama Boards of Pharmacy on my examination results. We were told that if the envelope was thin that was a good sign. If the envelope was thick (usually containing instructions for when the next exam would be administered), that would be a day of disappointment. Thank goodness that the mailman’s delivery load over 30 years ago was light and two Southern states bestowed upon me the privilege to provide pharmacist services to their citizens. Of course, we all know that over the years our profession has had to endure its share of challenges with professional and business obstacles lurking around every corner. Still, we should see these challenges not as dark clouds on the horizon, but as windows of opportunity to provide solutions to society’s issues with medication mismanagement. Who better than a pharmacist, who is trained and qualified to correct medication therapy problems? We are constantly working to get that message to the public. The FPA had an opportunity to appear on public radio in the Tallahassee market to share our thoughts on the pill mill issue. You can listen to that broadcast through this link: http:// news.wfsu.org/post/it-s-about-floridapill-mills Next month has been designated American Pharmacist Month. We should use this national campaign to
tell our story. With so much communication technology out there, the outreach is as easy as grabbing our smart phones and posting information on our Facebook pages or Twitter accounts. Our patients are our best advo-
Share with the FPA what you have done so that we can showcase your efforts to the membership. cates. They can tell a much more compelling story on the value of pharmacy services than any public relations firm ever could put together. Here are some things you may want to do in preparation for next month’s celebration of our profession. ■■ Visit your town’s mayor and ask that he support a declaration of October as American Pharmacists Month. ■■ Prepare an editorial article on the value of services provided by your pharmacy and send it to your local community’s news media. ■■ Create and distribute bag stuffers or fliers for your clients who visit your pharmacy. ■■ Invite your state representative or senator to visit your pharmacy and describe what you do and how it benefits society. ■■ Share with the FPA what you have done so that we can showcase your
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efforts to the membership. National Pharmacy Technician Day is October 23, 2012. Work with your pharmacy technicians and make them part of this massive public relations campaign. Consider taking them to lunch on that day. Make a phone call or send a press release to the local television news station. Don’t be surprised that they may come to your pharmacy to chat. Make sure that if they film your pharmacy that you are seen talking to patients and not just counting by five.
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The All-new FPA Website is Now Online Pharmview 3.0 offers more features, greater access and increased opportunities for member interaction. ■■ ■■ ■■
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Keep your dues current with the most accurate information in your membership accounts Register for conferences and educational programs Register online and you can print a receipt instantly without having to wait for one to be mailed to you Your continuing education credits earned through FPA programs will be published as transcripts and certificates in your member record
Take advantage of all the possibilities and visit your new website today at www.pharmview.com.
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FPA Member Profile
Mary Gwendola Ferguson
The Stats Home: Nassau New Providence, Bahamas Practice Area: Self-employed community pharmacist (40 years experience) Hobbies Away from Work: Gardening, planting, and studying a little bit of theology
FPA Member Since: 1998
What do you value most about your FPA membership?
I value the continuing education, which is most important to me, as I’m able to keep current with things I don’t really do there (at home).
What are some thoughts you have on pharmacy as a profession right now?
You see a change, a rapid change in pharmacy, because you’re more into the teaching aspect of it to your patients. It’s moving away from the traditional free, independent pharmacy, and you’re more involved with the whole health team.
Is there any particular change you’d like to see that would make you be more effective with your patients? Yes, we just need more dialogue with the physicians, and patients, and also with their caregivers, so that’ll be excellent.
What are you most excited about the future of pharmacy?
If you just look at the future of pharmacy from the outside looking in, it may seem as if it’s going nowhere. But it is going, because you will always need that personal touch with the patient, and they are living longer now, so you need to be more informed, with teaching and leading.
What do you wish everybody knew about pharmacy?
Well, I think we need to be a bit more out front with pharmacy. Get involved in our communities, let them know what we do, and what we stand for. And not to downgrade any profession, because all of them are needed, the whole healthcare team.
What got you interested in pharmacy in the first place?
Oh, it was amazing. I was married to a pharmacist, and I wanted to be a part of a business that he was creating, although my first love was nursing, I used every bit of that nursing career, which was a plus in our business, and I thank God I was afforded the opportunity to learn the pharmacy part of it.
What do you think your patients would say about you and your practice?
Well, they would say she is somebody who’s caring; if I need something she goes to the limit until she gets it, and she teaches us about side effects of our medication, and she is very involved in our treatment.
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In keeping with a tradition of offering our members real benefits, the Florida Pharmacy Association (FPA) is 1. Standing in front of the new Foundation exhibit Coupon Atlantic proud to announce (l-r) Pat Powers, EVP; Trustees Paul Ackerman, Gary Redemption Center Koesten and Todd Schmidt. Receive payment in 25 working days of the introduction of coupon’s face value plus a rebate of 1/6 sponsored Discount 2. Pat Powers dropped in the last ticket before the cents based on store volume. Call Meredith drawing with Al Tower (center) and Ken Norfleet Benefits Program. McCord (800) 223-0398. doing a whole lotta shakin’. These vendors are Dee Dee and Charlie Stidham, Lake Placid, bought Florida Commerce dedicated3. to providing their brick for The Walkway of Recognition with a “Go Federal Credit Union an excellent value to Gators!” engraving. The chief objective of a credit union is not all FPA members and generating profits for stockholders, but to 4. Trustee Rod Presnell with his three grandsons at the associates. To take service to its member. The memIce Cream Social looking over the flavorsprovide of ice cream bers benefit by getting attractive returns on advantage benefits andof toppings. Decisions! Decisions! savings, loans made at fair rates of interest contact the vendors 5. The Ice Cream Social sponsored by Walgreens is plus enhanced and expanded services. This directly at the always a hitnumbers with the crowd. The Walgreens gang (l-r)one of the best deals around. is probably Keri Kratofil, Philip, Trustee Terry Gubbins and listed below andJeenu identify Call (850) 488-0035. Lince Jacob having fun dishing up the ice cream along yourself as a FPA with some laughs. Collection Services member and have your For past due accounts call I. C. System, Inc. membership ID number Call (800) 328-9595. handy.
Other Member Benefits
Discounted Continuing Education Pro-
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Monthly Issues of the Florida Pharmacy
Today Journal
Rental Car Discounts Now when you rent from Hertz, or Avis you can take advantage of special savings through either the Hertz Member Benefit Program or with an Avis member savings card. Florida Pharmacy Association members receive a discount off Hertz Daily Member Benefit Rates, Hertz U.S. Standard Rates; and Hertz U.S. Leisure Rates. Avis will be providing to members a discount off of weekly rates and a free weekend day for qualified rentals. You’ll be quoted the best rate for your rental needs at the time of reservation. See the FPA web site for more details or call the FPA office. Pharmacy Resource Materials FPA provides the most recent and relevant resources necessary to meet your professional needs. This includes the Continuous Quality Improvement Manual, Controlled Substance Inventory Booklets and Pharmacy Signs. We also have available a fraud, waste and abuse manual which includes a section on Board of Pharmacy required procedures for handling fraudulent prescriptions. Please call FPA Members Services for more information: 850222-2400 ext. 110. FPA Website Visit our FPA Website at ww.pharmview.com. The site, launched in December 2004 and revised in October 2008 and in July 2012, includes a members only section. The website offers a secure server so that you can register for CE programs, renew your membership or purchase resources materials with your credit card.
Is your technician enrolled in the FPA employer based technician training program? If so encourage them to consider becoming certified through the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) when they finish the program. For more information, contact the FPA at (850) 222-2400 or visit the PTCB website at www.ptcb.org.
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From the 122ND FPA Convention
Thank You to Our Sponsors FPA would like to thank our sponsors for helping to make the 122nd Annual Meeting and Convention such a great success!
2012 Convention Sponsors & Contributors
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SUPPORT SPONSORS
Bills Prescription Center, Dade County Pharmacy Association, InterAmerican Pharmacy Association, Empire Pharmacy Consultants, H.D. Smith, LexiComp, Pharmacy Choice and Access Now, Rx Systems Inc, Sanofi Aventis, Sendel Labs Nutrition USA, Target Pharmacy, Wolters Kluwer Health, Walgreens
Exhibitors Board of Certification/ Accreditation, International
University of Florida College of Pharmacy Empire Pharmacy Consultants (EPC) Dr. Comfort PioneerRx
Pharmacy Software Reviews PCCA
Merck
Smith Drug Company Wells Fargo Advisors
LECOM School of Pharmacy
QS/1
Comprehensive Audit Prevention Services (CAPS)
Publix
Florida Legal Services Prescription Helpline American Associated Pharmacies
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APCI
AmerisourceBergen University of Florida Online Master of Science in Pharmacy Program
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Walmart
Florida Pharmacy Foundation
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3SI Security Systems
Integral Solutions Group
Bio Products Laboratory Abbott
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From the 122ND FPA Convention
Catch the Advocacy Fever Florida Pharmacy Association’s 122nd Annual Meeting and Convention July 4-8, 2012
Top: Former FPA presidents gather for their annual convention photo. Bottom Left: The FPA convention is a great place to enjoy friends, colleagues and family. Bottom Right: Former FPA presidents Bob Parrado (left) and Bert Martinez (right) with current FPA president Goar Alvarez (center). SEPTEMBER 2012
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From the 122ND FPA Convention
Convention
2012 Awards Recipients Each year THE FLORIDA PHARMACY ASSOCIATION recognizes individuals who have shown their commitment to pharmacy in many exceptional ways. These award recipients continue to strive for excellence in their profession, meeting
The following awards were presented during the 122nd Annual Meeting and Convention at the Marco Island Marriott Resort, Golf Club & Spa, Marco Island, Florida.
challenges and opportunities while demonstrating their commitment to their respective communities.
AZO/Frank Toback Consultant Award presented to Suzane Kelley. DCPA Sidney Simkowitz Award presented to Preston Mcdonald. Presented annually to a Florida pharmacist who has been active at the local and state pharmacy association level in advancement of the profession of pharmacy in Florida. APhA-NASPA Bowl of Hygeia presented to Dr. Angela Adams by Boerhinger Ingelheim representatives Laura Macione and Jim Wood. Awarded to a pharmacist for outstanding community service above and beyond professional duties.
APhA-NASPA Bowl of Hygeia presented to Dr. Angela Adams by Boerhinger Ingelheim representatives Laura Macione and Jim Wood.
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NASPA-Upsher Smith Excellence In Innovation Award presented to David M. Angaran.
Interamerican Pharmacist Association’s IPA Roman Maximo Corrons Inspiration & Motivation Award presented by Theresa Tolle to Dr. Goar Alvarez. This award recognizes the motivators among us who inspire others to continue to advance the profession. Jean Lamberti Mentorship Award presented by Ed L. Hamilton to Paul Doering. Awarded to recognize the FPA member who has shown exceptional guidance to pharmacy students. R.Q. Richards Pharmacy Public Relations Award presented by Michael Jackson to Frederick Lippman. This award is based on outstanding achievement in the field of pharmaceutical public relations in Florida.
From the 122ND FPA Convention
Scrapbook
Photography courtesy of Carol Porter, Stu Ulrich and Michael Jackson
Roman Carrons Inspiration Award presented to Dr. Goar Alvarez by Theresa Tolle
NASPA-Usher Smith Excellence in Innovation Award presented by Dr. Goar Alvarez to David M. Angaran
Richard Clark presents Technician of the Year Award to Zipporah-Darvi Redding
Pharmacists Mutual Companies Distinguished Young Pharmacist Award presented by Michael Jackson to Dr. Jeremy Thoms. Awarded to a young pharmacist for their involvement and dedication to the practice of pharmacy.
Student Patient Counseling Competition 1st Place – Danielle Padgett (NSU) 2nd Place – Christina Lalla (PBA) 3rd Place – Megan Meeks (FAMU) and Jeanette Connelly (UF)
Pharmacist’s Mate Award presented by Chris Heil to Kathy Parrado.
Poster Presentation Awards 1st – Ximena Vallejos (NOVA) 2nd – Jon Francisco (LECOM) 3rd – David Lonneman (NOVA)
Technician of the Year Award presented by Richard Clark to Zipporah-Darvi Redding National Alliance of State Pharmacy Associations Nonprescriptions Medicines Academy Game Show 1st Place - Palm Beach Atlantic
James H. Beal “Pharmacist of the Year” recipient was Suzanne Kelley. It was presented by Bob Parrado and received by Escambia County pharmacist Preston McDonald on behalf of Suzanne Kelley.
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From the 122ND FPA Convention
122nd Annual Meeting and Convention
Suzanne Kelley is the 2012 recipient of the James H. Beal Pharmacist of the Year Award.
Pharmacist’s Mate Award presented by Chris Heil to Kathy Parrado
Generation Rx Champion Award presented by Maria Baroitch and Jim Kilbonn of Cardinal Health to Dr. David R. Templeman
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Jean Lamberti Mentorship Award presented by Ed L. Hamilton to Paul Doering
Michael Jackson presents the Pharmacist Mutual Distinguished Young Pharmacist Award to Jeremy Thoms.
From the 122ND FPA Convention Michael Jackson presents the R.Q. Richards Pharmacy Public Relations Award to NSU Dean Andres Malave, on behalf the Honorable Frederick Lippman, who could not attend.
Ken Wisnewski and his wife enjoy the banquet.
Gary Koesten on behalf of the Florida Pharmacy Foundation, with help from Angela Garcia, presents Nova student Danielle Padgett (right), her certificate and $500 cash prize for first place in the Patient Counseling Competition.
Bob and Kathy Parrado are caught enjoying a dance together.
Lynda Miller (right) and Myna Norfleet have a blast at the Foundation event.
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From the 122ND FPA Convention
122nd Annual Meeting and Convention
Kathy and Buzz Petsos and a friend enjoy spending time in the Exhibit Hall.
Carol Motycka adds some humor to the questionand-answer time.
Adopt-A-Student The Florida Pharmacy Association would like to thank the following Contributors to this year’s Adopt-A-Student Program
EPC shows off their award-winning exhibit booth.
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Paul Ackerman Wayne Cheatum Paul Delisser Caridad S. Ferree Terry Gubbins Betty Harris Ed Hamilton Carl “Fritz” Hayes Alexis Jurick David Mackarey Michael A. Moné Bob Parrado Jim and Pat Powers Robert Renna Robert Thomas Norman Tomaka William riffee Theresa Tolle
Alton Tower Marilyn Underberg Karen Whalen Alachua County Association of Pharmacists Broward County Pharmacy Association
From the 122ND FPA Convention TOP LEFT Bob Parrado presents the NCPA Leadership Award to Goar Alvarez TOP RIGHT Walmart was honored for their outstanding presence in the Exhibit Hall. BOTTOM LEFT The Exhibit Hall connected vendors with interested convention attendees. BOTTOM RIGHT The Foundation’s Silent Auction offered great items and raised lots of money to support student scholarships.
2 0 1 2 F P A 5 0 - Y ea r P ha r m a c i s t s 50-Year Pharmacists Honored
Those who have served our profession as pharmacists for a half-century were honored at the 122nd Annual Meeting and Convention. We are grateful for these pioneers who have seen our profession evolve over five decades and have played such an important role in making pharmacy what it is today. Lois Adams (FPA Member Since April 1, 1984) Sandra E. Buck Frederic P. Kolesar Mary E. Fumea (FPA Member Since April 1, 1984) Larry B. Huguenin (FPA Member Since October 1, 1988) Duane M. Matson Wilfred E. Lamb Richard F. Walker
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From the 122ND FPA Convention Pharmacy students from across Florida gather at the luncheon.
PBAU students show off their first place NASPA/NMA Championship Award.
FPA Recognizes Those We Lost in 2011-12 During the 122nd Annual Meeting and Convention in Marco Island, the Florida Pharmacy Association recognized the passing of the following FPA members. We are grateful for their contributions and remember them with fondness and respect.
In memoriam* Steve Edward Robinson Sven Rundman Richard “Dick” Canady Joseph D’Agui Herman Pomerantz Harvey Breeding Donna Charles MIDDLE OF PAGE: FAMU students Willie Robinson (left) and Joseph Shoyoye and Mentor Reginal Harris (center) enjoy time away from class together. ABOVE: NASPA/NMA Game Show student participants show off their certificates.
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*This list is believed to be accurate as of the convention. If any names were omitted, please contact the FPA office.
From the 122ND FPA Convention Southwest Florida seems to be a good fit for FPA power couple Jim and Pat Powers.
Eric Alvarez presents Suzy Wise with the Outgoing Speakers Appreciation award.
TOP: Student poster presenters display their work. ABOVE: Angela Garcia (center) and students at the poster presentation area.
Kim Jones recruits a pharmacy student to assist with the PACCE golf tournament.
The Florida Pharmacy Association PACCE Golf Tournament was a huge success.
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Buyer’s Guide florida PHARMACY TODAY
ADVERTISERS: This is a special section designed to give your company more exposure and to act as an easy reference for the pharmacist.
PHARMACY RESOURCES Abbott Diabetes Care Michael J. Forker (239) 839-3313 Cerner Etreby Pharmacy Management Systems (800) 292-5590 PPSC Retail Pharmacy Purchasing Program (888) 778-9909
PHARMACY CONSULTANTS HCC Pharmacy Business Solutions Dean Pedalino (800) 642-1652 Mobile: (727) 460-1855 Empire Pharmacy Consultants Michael Chen PharmD., CPh President/CEO (786) 556-7825 Mobile (305) 374-1029 Office
PHarmaceutical WHOLESALER McKesson Drug Company Jim Springer (800) 804-4590 FAX: (863) 616-2953
TEMPORARY PHARMACISTs – STAFFING HealthCare Consultants Pharmacy Staffing Bob Miller (800) 642-1652 Empire Pharmacy Consultants Michael Chen PharmD., CPh President/CEO (305) 374-1029 Office Rx Relief (800) RXRELIEF
LEGAL ASSISTANCE Kahan ◆ Shir, P.L. Brian A. Kahan, R.Ph., and Attorney at Law (561) 999-5999
Advertising in Florida Pharmacy Today Display Advertising: please call (850) 264-5111 for a media kit and rate sheet. Buyers’ Guide: A signed insertion of at least 3X per year, 1/3 page or larger display ad, earns a placement in the Buyers’ Guide. A screened ad is furnished at additional cost to the advertiser. Professional Referral Ads: FPA Members: $50 per 50 words; Non‑members: $100 per 50 words; No discounts for advertising agencies. All Professional Referral ads must be paid in advance, at the time of ad receipt.
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FREQUENTLY CALLED NUMBERS AHCA MEDICAID PHARMACY SERVICES 2727 Mahan Drive Tallahassee, FL 32308 (850) 487-4441 www.fdhc.state.fl.us/medicaid/ pharmacy AMERICAN PHARMACISTS ASSOCIATION (APhA) Washington, D.C. (800) 237-2742 www.pharmacist.com AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HEALTH SYSTEM PHARMACISTS Bethesda, MD (301) 657-3000 www.ashp.com/main.htm Drug Information Center Palm Beach Atlantic University (561) 803-2728 druginfocenter@pba.edu FLORIDA BOARD OF PHARMACY 4052 Bald Cypress Way Bin #C04 Tallahassee, FL 32399-3254 (850) 245-4292 www.doh.state.fl.us/mqa FLORIDA POISON INFORMATION CENTER NETWORK (800) 222-1222 www.fpicn.org National Community Pharmacists Association 100 Daingerfield Road Alexandria, VA 22314 703.683.8200 703.683.3619 fax info@ncpanet.org Recovering Pharmacists Network of Florida (407) 257-6606 “Pharmacists Helping Pharmacists”
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FreeStyle Lite & Precision Xtra Formulary Coverage ®
Florida Health Plan
FreeStyle Lite®
Precision Xtra™
Aetna
Preferred
Preferred
TRICARE
Preferred
Preferred
Health First Health Plans
Preferred
Preferred
Sole Preferred
Sole Preferred
WellCare - Medicare Advantage Plan
Preferred
Preferred
Staywell Health Plan
Preferred
Preferred
Healthease Health Plan
Preferred
Preferred
Childrens Medical Services
Preferred
Preferred
Florida Medicaid
Open
Open
Medicare Part B
Open
Open
Preferred Care Partners, Inc. -Medicare Advantage Plan
Source: Formulary Compass Database as of April 2011.
Copyright ©2011 MediMedia USA, Inc. All rights reserved.
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The FreeStyle Promise Program is a FREE benefit that provides patients with the knowledge and support they need to better manage their diabetes ®
Save up to
For In Vitro Diagnostic Use.
$ per 600 year*
Blood Glucose & Ketone Monitoring System
8 out of 10 FreeStyle Promise program members with private insurance pay only $15 per month for program-eligible test strips, even if their plan changes* ®
Sole Preferred – Preferred brand covered at the lowest co-pay. Preferred – Where products are physically listed on a formulary, searchable site or PDL at an approved, tier 2 or on PDL designation, including where competitors may be listed at the same level (T2/A/PDL) or higher. Covered – Status is less favorable than a competitor, unless competitors require additional restrictions such as PA, SE, etc. Prior Authorization – Covered after plan authorization; actual co-pay may vary by plan benefit. Open – Test strips are at the same reimbursement level as all other test strips offered by the plan. Customer is ultimately responsible for determining the appropriate codes and payment policies for individual patients. Abbott Diabetes Care Inc. does not guarantee third-party coverage or payment for Abbott Diabetes Care products or reimburse customers for claims that are denied by third-party payers.
FreeStyle Lite Blood Glucose Test Strips are intended to be used with FreeStyle Lite and FreeStyle Freedom Lite meters only. ®
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* You are responsible for the first $15 of each co-pay under your insurance coverage. Persons on high co-pay plans may have additional responsibility, but 8 out of 10 eligible patients pay just $15 co-pay per month for test strips through the FreeStyle Promise program. Void where prohibited. Co-pay assistance is not valid for prescriptions covered under Federal (e.g., Medicare) or similar State programs, and is not available for residents of the State of Massachusetts. Abbott can modify or rescind this offer without notice. ®
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