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Why Support the Florida Pharmacist Political Community (FPPC)?
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7 Executive Insight
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Florida Pharmacy Association's 131st Annual Meeting and Covention Palm Beach Atlantic University's Lloyd L. Gregory School of Pharmacy Names New Dean
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FPA Calendar 2021
Mission Statements: Florida Pharmacy Today Journal
SEPTEMBER
OCTOBER
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Last day to submit nominations for FPA officer and Board Director
9 - 12 NCPA Annual Meeting Charlotte, NC
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FPA Board of Directors virtual meeting
13 - 14 FL Board of Pharmacy Meeting
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Labor Day FPA Office Closed
16-17 FPA Midyear Clinical Conference Kissimmee
11-12 FPA Regulatory and Law Conference via Zoom
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FPA/APhA Immunization Program via Zoom
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Veterans Day - FPA office closed
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Florida pharmacist licensure renewals due
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FPA Board of Directors Meeting
FPA Budget and Finance Committee NOVEMBER
DECEMBER 4-5
FPA Law and Regulatory Conference TBD
15-16 Florida Board of Pharmacy meeting
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. There is a two-hour CE requirement for pharmacists on the dispensing of controlled substances effective this biennial renewal period. Pharmacists should have satisfied all continuing education requirements for this biennial period by Sept. 30, 2021, or prior to licensure renewal. Consultant pharmacists and technicians will need to renew their licenses and registrations by Dec. 31, 2022. For the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board application, exam information and study materials, please contact the FPA office. For more information on CE programs or events, please contact the Florida Pharmacy Association at (850) 222-2400 or visit our website at www.floridapharmacy.org CONTACTS FPA — Michael Jackson (850) 222-2400
FSHP — Tamekia Bennett (850) 906-9333 UF — Emely McKitrick (352) 273-5169
Note: The views of the authors do not necessarily represent the views or NSU — Carsten Evans (954) 262-1300 opinions of the Florida Pharmacy Association, Florida Pharmacy Today or any related entities. 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 is 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. FAMU — Dr. Selika Sampson (850) 599-3301
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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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Presidential Viewpoint BY MICHAEL JACKSON, DANIEL E. BUFFINGTON, PHARMD, RPH MBA, FAPHA
Pharmacy Emergency Preparedness Stepping Up in a Time of Need
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hether it be tropical storms, disasters or public health crises, pharmacists are always on the front line to help patients, collaborating with other healthcare providers and supporting emergency response agencies. Emergency healthcare needs range from ensuring patients’ continued access to medications, medical supplies for treating injuries or trauma, or even testing and treating patients during global pandemics. In a recent survey and publication by Zhao et al. in the Journal of American Pharmacists Association (JAPhA), over 6,000 APhA members were surveyed, nearly 60% were independent pharmacy owners in urban areas.1 Over 60% were very willing to assist with the distribution of medications and vaccine administration. The survey confirmed that pharmacists have a high level of willingness to participate in emergency training and assist in case of emergencies. The survey results affirm the need and opportunity to develop programs focused on increasing pharmacists’ and pharmacist extenders’ participation in emergency training and in future public health emergencies. In 2021 alone, Florida has experienced each of the major types of emergencies from tropical storms, disasters like the Surfside condominium collapse and the COVID-19 pandemic. Florida pharmacists have played a crucial and visible role in the emergency response to these events. Patients may not always have had the time to secure enough of their medications or medical supplies prior to an emergency event. Each patient is likely to have unique medical, medication and treatment needs each with differing levels of urgency.
To be engaged and most responsive, you should evaluate your professional strengths and understand the opportunities where you can assist in local, state and national emergency response initiatives. You should also know where you can find guidelines and resources for these emergency events. Regardless of what type of practice setting or area in Florida you practice, you can make a difference in emergency response. Resources and programs are available to pharmacists to assist in both planning and response to future emergencies. Florida Department of Healt h (FDOH) and regional health plans have worked together to create plans and provide resources to assist local healthcare providers. The Florida Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan (FCEMP) and Florida Department of Health Emergency Operations Plan (FDOH EOP) are two primary examples. The FDOH is the lead state agency for guiding emergency healthcare services. Emergency Support Function 8 (ESF) maintains plans, procedures and resources as a part of the State Emergency Response Team (SERT) to ensure Florida can meet a core set of operational missions. The base plans include hazard response strategies, incident playbooks and functional procedures to assist in planning and training. The Florida Bureau of Preparedness and Response (FBPR) also provides resources to assist with patients’ healthcare needs. The bureau’s goal is to ensure that there is capacity and capability for provision of critical public health, medication and medical services to reduce the potential for adverse health outcomes during any type of event.2
Daniel E. Buffington, PharmD, MBA, FAPhA
FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH (FDOH) 800-245-4444 | health@flhealth.gov For further assistance, the Florida Pharmacy Association (FPA) has also created a resource site focused on emergency storm preparation. The FPA staff and several members have been active members of local and state healthcare teams focused on emergency response and would be excellent resources as well. Thank you to Florida pharmacists who prepared in advance, engaged with healthcare agencies and have been responsive to patients’ needs across their communities. n References:
1. Zhao, Yi, Kavon Diggs, David Ha, Hannah Fish, John Beckner, and Salisa C. Westrick. “Participation in Emergency Preparedness and Response: A National Survey of Pharmacists and Pharmacist Extenders.” Journal of the American Pharmacists Association, June 2021 2. Florida Department of Health: Bureau of Preparedness and Response. http://www.floridahealth.gov/ programs-and-services/emergency-preparedness-andresponse/healthcare-system-preparedness/index.html
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Executive Insight BY MICHAEL JACKSON, RPH MICHAEL JACKSON, BPHARM, EVP & CEO, FLORIDA PHARMACY ASSOCIATION
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This is Not a Pandemic, This is a Unique War
ust when we see the light at the end of the pandemic tunnel, the door is closing on a full and clear recovery. The COVID virus is busy finding new ways to keep the world on edge, with pockets across the country experiencing breakthrough infections with new variants. While I am not an expert in this area, I have learned enough from public health experts to know that now is not the time to let our guard down. We are in a health care war and the troops on the battlefield happen to be in our industry. If our state, this nation and the planet are going to prevail, it will be because of the massive effort by pharmacists who will make the difference. In the beginning, health policymakers deployed mass vaccination sites to overwhelm the public with places to get their COVID shots. While this was helpful, the best solution would have been to deploy and distribute vaccines to all community pharmacies. While many of our citizens took advantage of the mass immunization sites, there are still a sizable number of consumers who simply refuse to navigate beyond their communities to get their COVID shots. There were many viable reasons, such as lack of available transportation, fear of gathering crowds, the presence of contraindicating and preexisting medical conditions and the big one related to a mistrust of the vaccines that were granted emergency use authorization. That last issue, oddly enough, is not without controversy even within the health care community. It also didn’t help that this public health care nightmare that we are living in has becomefodder for intense political debate. Regardless of our political views, the
reality that we must come to grips with is that each of us knows someone who contracted this disease. We cannot argue that this is a simple case of a nasty flu bug and anticipate that it will go
While many of our citizens took advantage of the mass immunization sites, there are still a sizable number of consumers who simply refuse to navigate beyond their communities to get their COVID shots. away. It is going to take each of us as health care workers to come together and advocate for proactive measures to arrest this pandemic so that society can find some measure of normality. One of the things we can do is to help consumers overcome the hesitancy. Social media is a wonderful tool that can quickly spread information of value. That same tool is also being used to spread misinformation. Pharmacy is one of the most trusted of all professions. Let’s use that faith in what wedo as a megaphone to dispel concerns from the people within our community. In Florida, over 22 million doses of the COVID vaccine have been administered and over 10 million of our state’s citizens are fully vaccinated. What this means is that more than half of all Flo-
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ridians are NOT fully vaccinated. Every other person that you see is at risk and may be contributing to the extension of this pandemic that we are fighting. We are pharmacists, and extremely knowledgeable on health care issues. Our review of COVID-19 literature has been massive and as a result, you can stand before your patients and guide them with confidence on what they should be doing. No one knows your patients better than you. You are respected in your community and can help it down the road to recovery, as states such as Vermont, Massachusetts and Main have done achieving in high vaccination rates. We can beat this health care crisis and demonstrate, once and for all, the value of the pharmacist. n
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FLORIDA PHARMACY TODAY BOARD Chair....................David Mackarey, Boynton Beach Vice Chair................................... Matt Schneller, Tampa Treasurer.................................... Eric Jakab, Gainesville Secretary............................. Julie Burger, Pensacola Member.........................Michael Finnick, Jacksonville Member....................... Carol Motycka, Jacksonville Member............................Teresa Tomerlin, Rockledge Member...................................... Greta Pelegrin, Hialeah Technician Member..........Julie Burger, Pensacola Executive Editor.......Michael Jackson, Tallahassee Managing Editor...................Dave Fiore, Tallahassee Journal Reviewer........................... Dr. Melissa Ruble Journal Reviewer....................................Dr. Angela Hill This is a peer-reviewed publication. . ©2021 FLORIDA PHARMACY JOURNAL, INC. ARTICLE ACCEPTANCE: The Florida Pharmacy Today is a publication that welcomes articles that have a direct pertinence to the current practice of pharmacy. All articles are subject to review by the Publication Review Committee, editors and other outside referees. Submitted articles are received with the understanding that they are not being considered by another publication. All articles become the property of the Florida Pharmacy Today and may not be published without written permission from both the author and the Florida Pharmacy Today. The Florida Pharmacy Association assumes no responsibility for the statements and opinions made by the authors to the Florida Pharmacy Today. The Journal of the Florida Pharmacy Association does not accept for publication articles or letters concerning religion, politics or any other subject the editors/publishers deem unsuitable for the readership of this journal. In addition, The Journal does not accept advertising material from persons who are running for office in the association. The editors reserve the right to edit all materials submitted for publication. Letters and materials submitted for consideration for publication may be subject to review by the Editorial Review Board.
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Why Support the Florida Pharmacist Political Committee (FPPC)? By William Garst
William Garst, Pharm.D. Consultant Pharmacist
This is a good question that needs to be answered. The following are the benefits of having a political action committee (PAC) such as the FPPC: 1. Connect donors with candidates and legislators to educate them on pharmacy issues and the Florida Pharmacy Association (FPA). 2. Build relationships with candidates and legislators. 3. Provide election/political information to further good government. 4. Advance organizational/government affairs priorities. 5. Increase FPA membership understanding of the political process. Another question that needs to be answered iswhat are the benefits to the contributor? 1. Being a contributor gives a sense of involvement in the political process. 2. It ensures that those making decisions affecting our profession are fully informed. 3. FPPC allows FPA to speak with one voice in Tallahassee. 4. FPPC helps me make a difference. 5. It feels good to know that there is someone looking out for our profession in Tallahassee.
The FPPC is the fund-raising component for the FPA’s government initiatives and priorities. If many of us do a little, then we can achieve a lot! The final question that needs to be answered is how can I contribute? There are two ways to contribute, both via the FPA website (www.florida pharmacy.org). One way is to contribute with a one-time donation and the other way is to set up a recurring (monthly) donation. Here are the instructions to donate (you do not have to be a member of FPA to donate, in other words you do not have to sign in as a member): 1. On the FPA webpage go to the Advocacy & Legislation tab 2. Click on Political Donation tab 3. Click on Secure Online Donation Form tab 4. Follow the instructions on the donation form. In closing, I encourage all the pharmacists and technicians who practice in the State of Florida to consider giving, especially the recurring monthly donation. If we do not speak and educate for our profession someone else will do that for us.
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FROM THE 131ST FPA CONVENTION
Florida Pharmacy Association’s 131st Annual Meeting and Convention July 7-11, 2021
Top Row: Past presidents gather at the 2021 annual FPA meeting and convention. Bottom Left: FPPC campaign button Bottom Right: The FPA House of Delegates
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FROM THE 131ST FPA CONVENTION
THANK YOU
The FPA recognizes the importance of the support of all the Sponsors and Contributors to the 131st Annual Meeting & Convention. We would like to offer them a sincere thank you for helping to make our program a wonderful success.
2021 Convention Sponsors & Contributors
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SPONSORS Cardinal Health
Partnership for Safe Medicines
Empire Pharmacy Consultants
Tobacco Free Florida
CSL Behring
Quidel Corporation
EXHIBITORS AbbVie Women’s Health Amaze Clinical
American Associated Pharmacies APCI
BTG Specialty Pharmaceuticals / SERB Specialty Pharmaceuticals Cardinal Health
Mutual of Omaha
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CSL Behring
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ExeGI Pharma – Visbiome
Sancilio & Company Omegablu
Genentech
Smith Drug Company
Liberty Software
Tobacco Free Florida
EPIC Pharmacies, Inc.
Florida PDMP Foundation / E-FORSCE Kapsulations
RX Systems Inc. Smart-Fill
Therapeutics MD
Medical Technology Associates
University of Florida College of Pharmacy
Mobile MediClaim, Inc.
Westshore Financial Group
Micro Merchant Systems
Volunteers in Medicine Jacksonville
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FROM THE 131ST FPA CONVENTION
Keeping a Pulse on 2021 Award 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 challenges and opportunities while demonstrating their commitment to their respective communities.
The following awards were presented during the 131st Annual Meeting and Convention at the Sawgrass Marriott Golf Resort & Spa in Ponte Vedra. Frank Toback Consultant Pharmacist Award presented to Angela Garcia
DCPA Sidney Simkowitz Pharmacy Involvement Award
presented to Edwin "Charlie" Brown
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presented to Mariette Sourial
R.Q. Richards Pharmacy Public Relations Award presented to Kevin Sneed
Bowl of Hygeia
presented to Paul Ackerman
Pharmacists Mutual Companies Distinguished Young Pharmacist Award presented to James Alcorn
Excellence in Innovation Award
FPA Technician of the Year Award
Interamerican Pharmacist Association’s (IPA) Roman Maximo Corrons Inspiration & Motivation Award presented to Carla Luque
Beal and Powers “Pharmacist of the Year” Award presented to William
presented to Jade Montejo
Micheal Jackson, supported by his wife, Dr. Tanise Jackson, acknowledges the presentation of his portrait commemorating 25 years of service to the FPA.
Jean Lamberti Mentorship Award
presented to Sandra Barnes
Garst of Alachua, Florida
FROM THE 131ST FPA CONVENTION
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Pharmacists Mutual Companies Distinguished Young Pharmacist Award presented to James Alcorn
FPA Technician of the Year Award presented to Sandra Barnes
DCPA Sidney Simkowitz Pharmacy Involvement Award presented to Edwin "Charlie" Brown
R.Q. Richards Pharmacy Public Relations Award presented to Kevin Sneed
Beal and Powers "Pharmacist of the Year" Award presented to William Garst
Interamerican Pharmacist Association's (IPA) Roman Maximo Corrons Inspiration & Motivation Award presented to Carla Luque
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FROM THE 131ST FPA CONVENTION
131st Annual Meeting and Convention
Pharmacists Mutual representatives Brian Miller and Mike DeFalco (Convention Gold Sponsors)
Mutual of Omaha received 3rd place exhibitor ribbon
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New APhA Executive Vice President Scott Knoer presents a spirited keynote address at the FPA annual meeting
Michael Jackson presented with a portrait commemorating 25 years of outstanding service to the FPA.
L to R - Joy Marcus, Kathy Petsos, Don Bergemann, David Mackarey, Paul Ackerman, Michael Jackson, Tim Rogers, Suzie Wise, Tom Cuomo, Theresa Tolle and FPA President Dan Buffington
FROM THE 131ST FPA CONVENTION
202 1 FPA 50-YE AR PHARMACISTS 50-Year Pharmacists Honored
Those who have served our profession as pharmacists for a half-century were honored at the 131st 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.
Exhibitor Medical Technology Associates
William Alford
Benjamin Main
Gregory Anderson
Michael McKenzie***
John Andrews
Douglas Merrell
Gerald Arenstein
James Miller
David Bleser
Thomas Moss***
Kenneth Bulhack***
Richard Moulton***
Richard Coffey
John Munson***
Bruce Derby***
Linda Paraizo***
Alfonso Diecidue
Robert Parrado***
Ernest Egerman
Alan Peller
Mary Erven
Robert Pelot***
William Evans
Archibald Pinder
Sanford Gaffe
Robert Ritter***
Francis Galoonis
David Rosenberg
Leonard Gerschitz
James Rosenzweig
Jerome Ginzburg
Richard Rotfort
Alan Glass
Nancy Sperti
Clifford Goodman***
Ellwood Stoddard
C Hayes
Jay Swick
Maureen Herring
Mireya Tomerlin
Dennis Holley***
H. Ward
Donald Houston
Burnette White
Nellie Jones
Feacher Williams
Michael Kinter***
David Williams
James Lefils
James Wing
Steven Lowenkron
George Zelhof
Jeffery Lurey Harold Lyons***
Exhibitor CSL Behring
***FPA life members who have achieved 50 year licensure status
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FROM THE 131ST FPA CONVENTION
131st Annual Meeting and Convention
ExeGi Pharma - Visbiome received the 1st place exhibitor ribbon and a plaque.
Kapsulations received 2nd place exhibitor ribbon
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FPA past presidents Tim Rogers and Theresa Tolle network at the annual FPA meeting
FPA President Dan Buffington greets convention guests
FROM THE 131ST FPA CONVENTION
FPA RECOGNIZES THOSE WE LOST IN 2020-21 During the 131st Annual Meeting and Convention in Ponte Vedra, 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. Edem Kojo Ablordeppey
Gerson Greenbarg
Julian Adams
J. Myrle Henry
Arnold Barad
Stephen Lipscomb
Rene Croteau
Maxwell Patton
Walter Dykes
Terry Yon
James Park
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Palm Beach Atlantic University’s Lloyd L. Gregory School of Pharmacy Names New Dean Provost Dr. E. Randolph Richards announced Dr. Dana A. Strachan as dean of the Lloyd L. Gregory School of Pharmacy, effective Aug. 1. Strachan served as associate dean for academics, professor of pharmacy practice, and director of the Gregory Center for Medical Missions. She joined PBA in 2005. Her appointment follows a nationwide search. “I am incredibly honored to lead a Dean Dana A. Strachan Christ-first school that is making a difference in the pharmacy arena,” Strachan said. “I wholeheartedly believe in our mission — pharmacy with faith — and I look forward to continuing to develop and expand this mission.” Richards noted, “In addition to her academic and professional skills, Dana has a long history of leading with a servant’s heart in the Gregory School of Pharmacy, and I am delighted that she will be leading the school as they train the next generation of Christian pharmacists.” Dr. Jay Jackson, the school’s assistant dean of students and a member of the search committee chaired by Dr. Adwoa Nornoo, praised Strachan for her passion and leadership. “Throughout the screening and interview process, Dr. Strachan stood out as a result of her passion for the mission of GSOP — developing pharmacists who are servant-leaders that practice pharmacy with faith,” Jackson said. “Faculty, staff and students look forward to what God has next for the school under Dr. Strachan’s leadership.” As director of the Gregory Center for Medical Missions, Strachan has led and participated in trips to the Dominican Republic, Belize, Costa Rica and Honduras. As associate dean for academics, she oversaw student academic performance and progress; collaborated with the Curriculum Committee to ensure that curriculum is optimized and relevant; and developed programmatic policies and procedures, among other responsibilities. In addition to teaching pharmacy calculations and pharmacotherapy courses, Strachan serves on the school’s curriculum and academic policies, student affairs, and executive committees. She also advises the Rho Chi Pharmacy Honor Society. Strachan is certified in pharmacotherapy from the Board of Pharmaceutical Specialties, mental health first aid from the National Council for Behavioral Health and objective structured clinical exams (OSCE) from the University of Toronto. Strachan earned her Doctor of Pharmacy degree from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and completed a
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postgraduate primary care/managed care residency at Campbell University. In 2019, she completed the Academic Association of Colleges of Pharmacy’s (AACP) Academic Leadership Fellows Program, a year-long, highly competitive and in-depth leadership development program. She is a student in the Master of Arts in Christian Studies program at PBA. Strachan’s husband, Nicholas Strachan, is a professional engineer and a student in PBA’s psychology program. The Strachans are active in their church, Christ Fellowship, and live in Lake Worth with their two sons.
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