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71st Pharmacy Practice Seminar • PPS 2023


71st Pharmacy Practice Seminar • 2023 PPS
The University of Texas at Austin College of Pharmacy
Friday Evening, September 22; Saturday, September 23; and Sunday, September 24, 2023
 
About
The Pharmacy Practice Seminar (PPS) equips community pharmacists and pharmacy technicians with practical and relevant tools and knowledge that can immediately be applied in practice to see the positive effects of patient care. This event will be held the evening of Friday, Sept. 22 through Sunday, Sept. 24.
 
Additional information about this event can be found at the Pharmacy Practice Seminar webpage. 
Target Audience
This seminar is intended for pharmacists and pharmacy technicians who practice in community pharmacies.
 
Attendance Options
Registrants have the option of joining us live in person in Austin, Texas or via live virtual broadcast. In addition to the live sessions, there will be additional on-demand content included with registration. All live presentations will be recorded and available for on-demand viewing throughout the next year. With many ways to participate, you can’t miss out.
 
For those joining us in person, visit our location page on the PPS website for more information.
Registering and Accessing the Content
PPS registrants will access all seminar content on this page. Be sure to bookmark this page for accessing session content, live broadcast Zoom feeds and on-demand sessions. You are required to log into your account to access seminar content, so we recommend you keep your login email and password handy.
 
  Register for 2023 Pharmacy Practice Seminar
  • NOTE: If you have previously registered for the live event, skip down to Log Back In (orange box).
  • First, you must register for the activity using the GREEN button at the bottom of the page.
    • (Note: If you have never claimed CE credit through this UT Austin College of Pharmacy CE site before, you will also be prompted to create a CE profile before you can register for this program). 
  • Once you are registered & logged in, save your email & password for easier access when you return to complete additional sessions.
  • Click one of the sessions listed below and follow the instructions listed in that module.
  • If you wish to return to the program later, do so by following the instructions in the orange box below.
 
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  • Bookmark this page.  When you return, click on the "log in" link at the top right.  (NOTE: this registration page is the same page you will use during the live event and for on-demand sessions later.)
  • Enter your email/password at the prompt.
  • Select 71st Pharmacy Practice Seminar • PPS 2023 located under the Online CE Tab
  • Click one of the sessions listed below and follow the instructions in that module.
Additional Event Information
  • Bookmark this page: Bookmark this page and remember the login information you used to register. All attendees will access content here.
  • Session content: Look to the tabs below for content. PDF copies of the presentation slides will be added in each session tab.
  • Zoom links for live broadcast: As we approach the event, Zoom links will be available below. There is one webinar link for each day. The program will broadcast a constant stream that you can leave and return to as you can. You will need to log into Zoom, but you can use a free Zoom account for this broadcast.
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  • All content will be recorded: All content will be recorded for viewing online after the event – so if you miss a session, no worries. You will be able to see sessions over the next year (please allow 4 to 6 weeks for recordings to appear).
  • On-demand sessions: You can open the links below to find the on-demand videos embedded in the system. Recordings of the live sessions will be placed in the tabs in the same way.
  • Evaluations: You will be able to access and complete evaluations at the scheduled time the live session ends. If the speaker is to finish early, just know the evaluation will eventually become live at the originally scheduled time.
  • CPE credit: Upon completing the online evaluations following each session, the credit for that session will be automatically uploaded to the NAPB profile you entered in this system. You can double-check that profile number by looking under the My Profile tab linked at the top right of this page.
  • Thank you: We know you have options on where you get your CPE. We greatly appreciate you choosing The University of Texas at Austin College of Pharmacy! Thank you!
Continuing Education Credit
 
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The Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education accredits the University of Texas at Austin College of Pharmacy as a provider of continuing pharmacy education. This knowledge-based activity is approved for 23.25 hours of continuing education credit (18.25 Live via in-person or live broadcast and 6.00 via on-demand content). To receive 23.25 CE credit, the participant must complete the activity sessions and then complete the online evaluation (on-demand sessions require post-tests before evaluation) that follows each accredited session.  
 
Questions?
At any time, please email us at UTpharmacyCE@austin.utexas.edu – we monitor this email daily and will be monitoring it all day during the live event.
 
 
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Date: Sep 22, 2023 05:00 PM - Sep 24, 2023 05:00 PM

Fee

$510.00

CE Hours

24.50

CE Units

2.450

Registration closes on Sep 25, 2025 12:00 AM

Activity Type

  • Knowledge

 

 

 

   

Welcome to FRIDAY of the 71st Pharmacy Practice Update
Friday, September 22, 2023
 
The 2023 PPS is held as both an in-person and live broadcast event. 
All content will be recorded for on-demand video learning by mid-November.
 
Please note the icons in the session tabs below. 
 
The "in-person" icon lets you know the session is for in-person attendance at the DoubleTree Hotel. 
 
 
 
The "live broadcast" icon indicates that the session is available on the Zoom webinar.
 
 
 
The "on-demand" icon indicates the session contains a video fo the content for viewing anytime.
 
 
 
Access presentation slides, evaluations, and eventually, on-demand videos in the tabs below.
Please note: the evaluations will become live at the scheduled time the session is to end. If a session ends early, please wait for the scheduled time for it to become open.
 
Date: 09/22/23
Time: 05:00 PM - 10:30 PM
   

   

Pharmacy Celebration and Welcome Reception
 
 
 
In-person attendees: We are planning a welcome reception and a pharmacy happy hour! We invite you to join us in the hotel lobby to celebrate Pharmacy and let us welcome you to Austin!  
 
More information will be available closer to the conference date.
 
Date: 09/22/23
Time: 05:00 PM - 08:00 PM
   

   

Immunization Update
 
Learning Objectives 
  • Identify changes or updates to the January 2023 Immunization Schedules for persons aged 0 through 18 years and adults.
  • Evaluate the most current Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) recommendations and CDC best practice guidelines.
  • Discuss vaccines under investigation or in the pipeline
  • Determine appropriate answers for the questions that commonly arise and discuss related counseling points and key considerations
About the Speaker 
 
Sharon Rush, R.Ph.
Clinical Associate Professor
Pharmacy Practice Division
The University of Texas at Austin College of Pharmacy
 
Sharon Rush received her Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy degree in 1986. She practiced as a staff pharmacist, pharmacy manager, Central Texas Immunization Coordinator, and PGY-1 residency preceptor during her 23 years with a large community pharmacy chain. She joined the faculty of the Division of Pharmacy Practice at The University of Texas at Austin College of Pharmacy in July 2010. She is the Community Introductory Pharmacy Practice Experience Coordinator for the college and the Austin/Temple/Waco Community Advanced Pharmacy Practice Experience Coordinator for the fourth-year professional students. Professor Rush has been involved with direct patient care programs for many years, such as pharmacy-based immunizations, health screenings, Medication Therapy Management, and Disease State Management. She is a certified instructor for the APhA Pharmacy-Based Immunization Delivery certificate program for both pharmacists and pharmacy technicians, the APhA Medication Therapy Management certificate program, and the NACDS Point of Care certificate program. All Pharm.D. students at UT earn their immunization and medication therapy management certificates under her instruction.  She provides the annual 3-hour continuing education Immunization Update for the Texas Pharmacy Association and The University of Texas College of Pharmacy Pharmacy Practice Seminar.
 
Disclosure: Sharon Rush does not have any relevant financial relationship(s) with ineligible companies (as defined by the Standards for Integrity and Independence).
 
Immunization Program Agenda:

Session A:

  • Overview and Resources
  • General Recommendations
  • Vaccines in Development
  • New Vaccines
    • Mpox and Intradermal Injections
    • RSV

Session B:

  • Mainstream Vaccines Update
    • Pneumococcal and New Recommendations
    • Tdap
    • Zoster and Updated Storage Recommendations
    • Hepatitis
    • MMR
    • Meningococcal
    • Polio
  • Mosquito-borne
    • Dengue
    • Chikungunya

Session C:

  • Seasonal Vaccines
    • Influenza
    • COVID-19
  • Screening Questions Case Study:  A review
  • Summary of anticipated ACIP votes for 2023-24
 

Activity Number

0067-0000-23-131-L06-P
Date: 09/22/23
Time: 06:30 PM - 09:45 PM

CE Hours

3.00
   

 

   

Welcome to SATURDAY of the 71st Pharmacy Practice Update
Saturday, September 23, 2023
 
The 2023 PPS is held as both an in-person and live broadcast event. 
All content will be recorded for on-demand video learning by mid-November.
 
Please note the icons in the session tabs below. 
 
The "in-person" icon lets you know the session is for in-person attendance at the DoubleTree Hotel.
 
 
 
The "live broadcast" icon indicates that the session is available on the Zoom webinar.
 
 
 
The "on-demand" icon indicates the session contains a video of the content available to view anytime.
 
 
 
Access presentation slides, evaluations, and eventually, on-demand videos in the tabs below
Please note: the evaluations will become live at the scheduled time the session is to end. If the session ends early, please wait for the scheduled time for it to become open.
 
Date: 09/23/23
Time: 07:30 AM - 05:45 PM
   

   

In-Person Check In and Breakfast
 
 
 
In-person attendees: Check in and join us for breakfast.
 
Date: 09/23/23
Time: 07:30 AM - 08:20 AM
   

   

Welcome and Opening Remarks
Live Broadcast Begins
 
 
 

 
Date: 09/23/23
Time: 08:20 AM - 08:30 AM
   

   

Creating an Optimal Work Environment
 
Learning Objectives 
  • Describe best past work experiences to optimize present work environments
  • Describe best past relationships to optimize present work and personal relationships
  • Utilize "Bookends" method to increase daily positive resilience in the workplace.
About the Speaker 
 
Richard D. Grant, Jr., Ph.D.
Psychologist, Executive Trainer
Gold Key Learning Institute
 
Richard D. Grant, Jr., Ph.D., is a consulting psychologist from Austin, Texas; he has presented executive education programs for business schools at several universities, as well as for the Texas Governor's Center for Executive Development and the Texas Association of Counties.  His private clients have included IBM, 3-M, Gartner Group, Perot Systems, Applied Materials, SEMATECH, and hospitals.  Dr. Grant earned his Ph.D. in 1973 at the University of Texas at Austin.  He has taught at Auburn University, Texas A&M University, and McCombs School of Business, University of Texas at Austin. After 44 years of private practice, he is very interested in psychological tools to optimize work environments. 
 
Disclosure:  Dr. Grant does not have any relevant financial relationship(s) with ineligible companies (as defined by the Standards for Integrity and Independence).

 

Activity Number

0067-0000-23-132-L04-P
Date: 09/23/23
Time: 08:30 AM - 09:30 AM

CE Hours

1.00
   

   

Adapting to Regulatory Changes in Telemedicine Prescribing
 
 
 
Learning Objectives 
  • Discuss the current regulatory landscape of telemedicine prescribing and how it affects pharmacists' roles and responsibilities.
  • Identify the key changes in telemedicine prescribing regulations and their impact on pharmacy practice.
  • Discuss strategies for ensuring compliance with telemedicine prescribing regulations and best practices for collaborating with healthcare providers in a telemedicine setting.
About the Speaker 
 
Jessica Haskins, Pharm.D., AAHIVP
Pharmacist
People’s Rx
 

Jessica Haskins is an experienced pharmacist who has lived in Austin, Texas for 20 years. With a deep passion for healthcare and patient well-being, Jessica has dedicated her career to exploring a variety of areas of pharmacy and patient care. She obtained her Pharm.D. from The University of Louisiana at Monroe, her residency in Community Care through The University of Texas at Austin, and her Six Sigma Black Belt degree through Southern New Hampshire University. Jessica has been in retail pharmacy management, Specialty pharmacy, and pharmacy education for 18 years, and recently as a director in a national telemedicine company. Jessica currently practices retail pharmacy in Austin at Peoples Pharmacy.

 

Outside of professional pursuits, Jessica enjoys cooking and playing drums. She lives in South Austin with her 8-year-old son, and they attend many of the wonderful music events Austin has to offer. She enjoys applying the creative process required in cooking and music to healthcare operations to innovate ways to provide excellent patient care.

 

Disclosure:  Dr. Haskins does not have any relevant financial relationship(s) with ineligible companies (as defined by the Standards for Integrity and Independence).

Activity Number

0067-0000-23-142-L04-P
Date: 09/23/23
Time: 09:30 AM - 10:30 AM

CE Hours

1.00
   

   

Break
 
 
 
In-person attendees: Please join us in the pre-function area for a light snack and refershment.  
 
Online attendees: Enjoy a break, the broadcast will retrun shortly.
 
Date: 09/23/23
Time: 10:30 AM - 10:45 AM
   

   

Prescribing & Monitoring Controlled Substances: Plunging into the PMP: A Deeper Dive into Substance Use and Pharmacy Practice
This session counts towards the TSBP prescribing and monitoring controlled substances credit requirement
 
Learning Objectives 
  • Review the laws and regulations surrounding The Texas Prescription Monitoring Program (PMP).
  • Summarize the current atmosphere in the United States surrounding Substance Use Disorder and Opioids for Pain.
  • Explore the 2022 CDC Clinical Practice Guideline for Prescribing Opioids for Chronic Pain.
  • Demonstrate best practices for operating the PMP, documenting PMP interventions, and discussing these interventions with patients.
About the Speaker 
 
K. Ashley Garling-Nañez, Pharm.D.
Clinical Assistant Professor of Pharmacy Practice
UT College of Pharmacy
President, Capital Area Pharmacist Association

Dr. Ashley Garling graduated Rho Chi with honors from the MCV/Virginia Commonwealth University School of Pharmacy. Her career path went from community pharmacy management, inpatient pharmacy with an oncology focus, to corporate clinical coordinator, and media spokeswoman. She is now a clinical assistant professor at The University of Texas at Austin College of Pharmacy where she serves as a communication, media, and patient engagement specialist. Dr. Garling is the principal investigator (PI) and Co-PI for research projects in community pharmacy settings spanning telehealth, HIV PrEP, mental health, patient counseling, and medication adherence.  She currently serves as president of the Capital Area Pharmacist Association, Affairs Public Policy Council Member, and Public Policy Council Member of the Texas Pharmacist Association.  Her career pillars are focused on public activation, empowerment of underheard voices, and health education. In 2020-21, Dr. Garling was awarded the Dr. Carolyn Brown DEAI Champion Award and the 2021 Teaching Excellency Award in recognition of her outstanding contributions to diversity, inclusion, and pharmacy education. 

Disclosure: Dr. Garling does not have any relevant financial relationship(s) with ineligible companies (as defined by the Standards for Integrity and Independence).

 

Activity Number

0067-0000-23-133-L04-P
Date: 09/23/23
Time: 10:45 AM - 11:45 AM

CE Hours

1.00
   

   

Breaking Issues in Opioid Use Disorder Treatment and Harm Reduction
 
Learning Objectives 
  • Summarize recent legal and regulatory changes impacting OUD care
  • Identify barriers and facilitators to pharmacist collaboration in OUD care
  • Plan to integrate evidence-based OUD care in pharmacy practice
About the Speaker 
 
Lucas G. Hill, Pharm.D., BCACP
Clinical Associate Professor
The University of Texas at Austin College of Pharmacy
Director, Pharmacy Addictions Research & Medicine Program 
 
Lucas G. Hill graduated from the University of Missouri–Kansas City School of Pharmacy and completed a combined family medicine residency and faculty development fellowship at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center. He is now a clinical associate professor at The University of Texas at Austin College of Pharmacy where he serves as director of the Pharmacy Addictions Research and Medicine (PhARM) Program and holds the Bergen Brunswig Corporation Centennial Fellowship. Dr. Hill is the principal investigator for a Texas Targeted Opioid Response project which seeks to address the opioid crisis in Texas by educating health professionals and conducting pragmatic research. He is an editorial board member for the Journal of the American College of Clinical Pharmacy and a past chair of the American Association of Colleges of Pharmacy Substance Use Disorder Special Interest Group. Dr. Hill has been recognized with several prestigious national awards, including the American College of Clinical Pharmacy New Educator Award and the American Pharmacists Association Generation Rx Award of Excellence.
 
Disclosure:  Dr. Hill does not have any relevant financial relationship(s) with ineligible companies (as defined by the Standards for Integrity and Independence).

 

Activity Number

0067-0000-23-134-L08-P
Date: 09/23/23
Time: 11:45 AM - 12:45 PM

CE Hours

1.00
   

   

Lunch
 
 
 
In-person attendees: Please join us for lunch
Online attendees: Please enjoy a one hour break.
 
Date: 09/23/23
Time: 12:45 PM - 01:45 PM
   

   

OTC Topic: Allergic Rhinitis
 
Learning Objectives 
  • Explain evidence-based and more effective approaches for pharmacists to apply when determining OTC recommendations for allergic rhinitis.
  • Differentiate the different levels of allergic rhinitis and when patients should be referred to seek medical care.
  • Identify OTC treatment for the different levels of allergic rhinitis, including potential treatment barriers and counseling points for the patient.
  • Recommend types of OTC items for allergic rhinitis that should be in every medicine cabinet.
About the Speaker 
 
Sharon Rush, R.Ph.
Clinical Associate Professor
Pharmacy Practice Division
The University of Texas at Austin College of Pharmacy
 
Sharon Rush received her Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy degree in 1986. She practiced as a staff pharmacist, pharmacy manager, Central Texas Immunization Coordinator, and PGY-1 residency preceptor during her 23 years with a large community pharmacy chain. She joined the faculty of the Division of Pharmacy Practice at The University of Texas at Austin College of Pharmacy in July 2010. She is the Community Introductory Pharmacy Practice Experience Coordinator for the college and the Austin/Temple/Waco Community Advanced Pharmacy Practice Experience Coordinator for the fourth-year professional students. Professor Rush has been involved with direct patient care programs for many years, such as pharmacy-based immunizations, health screenings, Medication Therapy Management, and Disease State Management. She is a certified instructor for the APhA Pharmacy-Based Immunization Delivery certificate program for both pharmacists and pharmacy technicians, the APhA Medication Therapy Management certificate program, and the NACDS Point of Care certificate program. All PharmD students at UT earn their immunization and medication therapy management certificates under her instruction. She provides the annual 3-hour continuing education Immunization Update for the Texas Pharmacy Association and The University of Texas College of Pharmacy Pharmacy Practice Seminar. 
 
Disclosure:  Sharon Rush does not have any relevant financial relationship(s) with ineligible companies (as defined by the Standards for Integrity and Independence).
 
Terry Weaver, R.Ph.
Clinical Assistant Professor, Division of Pharmacy Practice
Advanced Community Practice Coordinator, 
Austin/Temple/Waco Region
The University of Texas at Austin
 
Terry Weaver is a clinical assistant professor in the Division of Pharmacy Practice. Terry earned his B.S. in pharmacy from the College of Pharmacy in 1997 and has served the university for more than 15 years; first as a staff pharmacist and most recently as pharmacist-in-charge at the Forty Acres Pharmacy. He has worked with the Division of Pharmacy Practice on past courses and committees, and he now assists the division in teaching the Experiential Patient Counseling course, Pharmacy Practice Labs, Foundations of Interprofessional Collaborative Practice (FICP) and various electives, along with mentoring students in Foundations of Professional Development (FPD) and third-year projects in Interprofessional Education (IPE).
 
Disclosure: Terry Weaver does not have any relevant financial relationship(s) with ineligible companies (as defined by the Standards for Integrity and Independence).

 

Activity Number

0067-0000-23-136-L05-P
Date: 09/23/23
Time: 01:45 PM - 02:45 PM

CE Hours

1.00
   

   

Break
 
 
 
In-person attendees: Please join us in the pre-function area for a light snack and refreshments.  
 
Online attendees: Enjoy a break, the broadcast will return shortly.
 
Date: 09/23/23
Time: 02:45 PM - 03:00 PM
   

   

Law: Texas Pharmacy Law Update + Q&A
This session counts as one hour of CE for TSPB Law Requirement
 
 
 
Learning Objectives 
  • Cite recent changes in pharmacy law and rule and their impact on daily pharmacy practice
About the Speaker 
 
Julie Spier, R.Ph.
President
Texas State Board of Pharmacy

Julie Spier of Katy was appointed to the board in 2018 and has served as President of the Board since 2019. She is also the Director of Pharmacy Operations for the Southern division of Albertsons, Randalls, and Tom Thumb, overseeing 142 locations in Texas, Louisiana and Arkansas. Through the years with Randalls, she has served in the capacity of a pharmacist, pharmacy manager, regional pharmacy manager, and patient care services pharmacy manager in addition to her current title. Ms. Spier received a Bachelor of Science in Biology from Sam Houston State University and a Bachelor of Science degree in Pharmacy from the University of Houston College of Pharmacy. 

Disclosure: Julie Spier does not have any relevant financial relationship(s) with ineligible companies (as defined by the Standards for Integrity and Independence).

 
 
 

Activity Number

0067-0000-23-137-L03-P
Date: 09/23/23
Time: 03:00 PM - 04:30 PM

CE Hours

1.50
   

   

New Drug Update - Community Focus
 
Learning Objectives 
  • Describe the pharmacology, adverse effects, drug interactions, therapeutic uses, and dosing of selected drugs recently marketed as well as drugs approaching the market.
  • Review pharmacology, adverse effects, drug interactions, therapeutic uses, and dosing of selected common drugs common in health-systems that have been released in the past five years.
About the Speaker 
 
Laurajo Ryan, Pharm.D., MSc, BCPS, CDE
Clinical Professor
The University of Texas at Austin College of Pharmacy

Laurajo Ryan, Pharm.D., MSc, BCPS, CDE is a Clinical Associate Professor in the Pharmacotherapy Division at the University of Texas College of Pharmacy and at the UT Health Science Center San Antonio in the Department of Medicine and the Pharmacotherapy Education Research Center. She teaches extensively in the College of Pharmacy as well as the School of Medicine. She also serves as a scientific reviewer for an investigational review board (IRB). She received her Doctor of Pharmacy degree from the University of Texas and completed a 2-year specialty residency at the University of Maryland. She received her Master’s degree in Clinical Investigation from the UT Health Science Center in San Antonio.  Her primary clinical practice is in the inpatient medicine service at University Hospital where she supervises Pharm.D. interns and residents in acute care medicine. She also sees patients in the South Texas VA therapeutic drug management clinic. Her academic responsibilities include didactic teaching of Pharm.D. students, Master’s students, Ph.D. students and residents. 

Disclosure: Dr. Ryan does not have any relevant financial relationship(s) with ineligible companies (as defined by the Standards for Integrity and Independence).

 

Activity Number

0067-0000-23-135-L05-P

CE Hours

1.25
   

   

Reception- Texas vs Baylor Watch Party
 
 
 
In-person attendees: Join us for a reception and celebration of pharmacy practice!  
 
More information coming.
 
Date: 09/23/23
Time: 05:45 PM - 07:00 PM
   

   

SATURDAY of the 71st Pharmacy Practice Update Adjurns
Saturday, September 22, 2023
 
 
 
 
Date: 09/23/23
Time: 05:30 PM - 05:30 PM
   

 

   

Welcome to SUNDAY of the 71st Pharmacy Practice Update
Sunday, September 24, 2023
 
 
The 2023 PPS is held as both an in-person and live broadcast event. 
Know all content will be recorded for on-demand video learning by mid Noveber.
 
Please note the icons in the session tabs below. 
 
The "in-person" icon lets you know the session is for in-person attendance at the DoubleTree
 
 
 
The "live broadcast" icon indicates that the session is available on the Zoom webinar
 
 
 
The "on-demand" icon indicates the session contains a video for viewing the content anytime
 
 
 
Please access presentation slides, evaluations, eventually on-demand videos in the tabs below
Please note, the evaluations will become live at the scheduled time the session is to end.  If it ends early, please wait for the scheduled time for it to become open.
 
Date: 09/24/23
Time: 07:30 AM - 05:00 PM
   

   

In-Person Breakfast
 
 
 
In-person attendees: Check in and join us for breakfast! 
 
Date: 09/24/23
Time: 07:30 AM - 08:20 AM
   

   

Welcome and Opening Remarks
Live Broadcast Begins
 
Welcome and CE information and other announcements
Date: 09/24/23
Time: 08:20 AM - 08:30 AM
   

   

Mental Health Awareness: ADHD Treatment Update
 
Learning Objectives

• Describe the risks of comorbid psychiatric and medical comorbidities in people with Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)
• Explain the risks and prevention of medication diversion and misuse in people with ADHD
• Design an individualized management plan for people with ADHD

About the Speaker 

Stephen R. Saklad, Pharm.D., BCPP
Director, Psychiatric Pharmacy Program
Pharmacotherapy Education and Research Center
UT Health Science Center San Antonio

Dr. Saklad is a Clinical Professor at The University of Texas College of Pharmacy and a Pharmacist at San Antonio State Hospital since 1979. He has focused his career on clinical care, teaching, and research to improve the quality of life and function in the serious and persistently mentally ill. He helped to create a clinical research unit at San Antonio State Hospital and developed the first websites for The University of Texas College of Pharmacy and the College of Psychiatric and Neurologic Pharmacists (CPNP). He is the Director of the University of Texas Psychiatric Pharmacy Program in San Antonio, having trained over 70 advanced practice pharmacists in psychiatric pharmacy. Dr. Saklad is a Founding Member of CPNP, served on the CPNP Board of Directors and was the founding senior editor of their peer-reviewed journal, the Mental Health Clinician. He has published articles and presented to many groups around the country on a variety of pharmacy and mental health-related topics. He is a principal or co-investigator for several studies of the efficacy and adverse effects of Phase II, III, and IV psychotropic agents in schizophrenia, mood disorders, and other serious mental illnesses, as well as their pharmacokinetics and interactions. He has received several honors, most recently the Judith J. Saklad Memorial Award from CPNP in 2012 and the Teaching Excellence Award from the UT College of Pharmacy in 2013.

Disclosure: Dr. Stephen Saklad has the following relevant financial relationships, potential or perceived, with commercial or conflicts of interest to disclose:

Speakers Bureau: Actavis, Otsuka, Sunovion
Consultant: Janssen, Jazz, Otuska, Teva
Other: Member of Pharmacists Foundation, Business Development Council for San Antonio

 
 

Activity Number

0067-0000-23-138-L05-P
Date: 09/24/23
Time: 08:30 AM - 09:30 AM

CE Hours

1.00
   

   

Mental Health Awareness: Treatment of Agitation in Neurocognitive Disorders
This session counts towards the TSBP mental health awareness credit requirement
 
 
 
Learning Objectives 
  • Evaluate evidence and risk vs. benefit of medication treatment as well as any nonmedication modalities.
  • Discuss the importance of the “Black Box” warning for antipsychotics and the process of informed consent.
  • Review new and emerging therapies as well as risks associated with current pharmacotherapies.
  • Describe the ethical quandaries when prescribing antipsychotics for agitation
About the Speaker 
 
Jason E. Schillerstrom, M.D.
The Biggs Institute for Alzheimer’s and Neurodegenerative Diseases
UT Health San Antonio

Dr. Jason Schillerstrom is a Professor of Geriatric Psychiatry at UT Health San Antonio. He provides clinical care to elders with mood, anxiety, and cognitive disorders. He serves as a consultant to Adult Protective Services and local attorneys who request decisional capacity assessments for elders suffering from neglect or exploitation. Dr. Schillerstrom is the Residency Program Director for Psychiatry where he teaches and guides 78 civilian and active duty psychiatrists in training. 

Disclosure: Dr. Schillerstrom has no relevant financial relationship(s), potential or perceived, with commercial or conflicts of interest to disclose.

 

Activity Number

0067-0000-23-139-L05-P
Date: 09/24/23
Time: 09:30 AM - 10:30 AM

CE Hours

1.00
   

   

Break
 
 
 
In-person attendees: Please join us in the pre-function area for a light snack and refershment.  
 
Online attendees: Enjoy a break, the broadcast will retrun shortly.
 
Date: 09/24/23
Time: 10:30 AM - 10:45 AM
   

   

Technology in Community Pharmacy
 
 
 
 
Learning Objectives 
  • Explain how technology impacts community pharmacy practice.
  • Discuss innovative approaches to patient care in community pharmacy utilizing technology.
  • Explore how technology solutions may affect the future of community pharmacy operations and delivery of patient care.
About the Speaker 
 
Amanda Stallings, PharmD
Clinical Assistant Professor of Pharmacy Practice
The University of Texas at Austin College of Pharmacy
 
Amanda comes to the College of Pharmacy from H-E-B where she was a Residency Site Preceptor and Interim Co-assistant Residency Program Director. She has also served as the Pharmacist in Charge at a local H-E-B Pharmacy for the last four years. Amanda received her Doctor of Pharmacy degree from Purdue University College of Pharmacy in 2015. She completed her PGY1 Community-based Pharmacy Residency through The University of Texas at Austin College of Pharmacy and H-E-B Pharmacy under Lauren Clark and Nathan Pope. As a community pharmacist and former residency graduate, she has worked to advance patient care each day by providing excellent patient-centered education and clinical services such as medication therapy management and immunizations. During her leadership with H-E-B Pharmacy, she oversaw the implementation of the COVID-19 vaccine program at her site and integration of several technician immunizers into the workflow. She strives to give back to the underserved in our community by volunteering as a pharmacist at the Volunteer Healthcare Clinic. Additionally, she has pursued leadership roles in professional organizations by serving on the board of directors and as past-President of the Capital Area Pharmacy Association. 
 
Disclosure:  Amanda Stallings does not have any relevant financial relationship(s) with ineligible companies (as defined by the Standards for Integrity and Independence).
 
Mike Hearn, Pharm.D.
Pharmacy Manager, Vivent Health
 
Please check back later for this speaker's bio. 
Disclosure: Please check back later for this speaker's financial disclosure. 
 
Adam Chesler, Pharm.D., MBA
VP of Pharmacy, VillageMD
 
Adam Chesler is currently the Senior Vice President of Strategic Initiatives with VillageMD, and has more than 20 years of experience in healthcare including positions as Vic President of Operations for TelePharm, Director of Regulatory and Legislative Affairs for Cardinal Health, Director of Strategic Alliances for PTCB, and Manager roles with Walgreens and Target. He is a graduate of the University of Miami with a bachelor's degree in Health Science, and also earned a doctorate degree in Pharmacy and a masters in business administration from the University of Texas.
 
Disclosure: Adam Chesler does not have any relevant financial relationship(s) with ineligible companies (as defined by the Standards for Integrity and Independence).
 
           Jobby John, Pharm.D., FACA 
CEO/Founder, Nimbus Healthcare
 
Dr. Jobby John is a distinguished figure in pharmacy practice, known for his innovation and dedication to patient care. By founding Lake Hills Compounding Pharmacy and Wellness Center in Austin, TX at just 26, he secured his place as one of the U.S.'s youngest pharmacy owners. An esteemed graduate of the University of Texas College of Pharmacy (2013), Dr. John's work at Lake Hills emphasizes the importance of compounding in crafting individualized care. This dedication to tailoring solutions extends to his venture, Nimbus Healthcare. As a digital platform, Nimbus integrates advanced technologies like Al and data analytics to revolutionize patient care, making personalized medicine both accessible and affordable. Earning recognition as a fellow of the American College of Apothecaries and the president-elect of the Texas Pharmacy Association, Dr. John's career epitomizes the evolution of pharmacy blending traditional wisdom with cutting-edge technology.
 
Disclosure: Jobby John does not have any relevant financial relationship(s) with ineligible companies (as defined by the Standards for Integrity and Independence).

Activity Number

0067-0000-23-140-L04-P
Date: 09/24/23
Time: 10:45 AM - 12:00 PM

CE Hours

1.25
   

   

Lunch
 
 
 
In-person attendees: Please join us for lunch
Online attendees: Please enjoy a one hour break.
 
Date: 09/24/23
Time: 12:00 PM - 12:45 PM
   

   

Shifting Scales: Navigating Weight Loss and Wellness
 
 
 
 
 
Learning Objectives 
  • Define the differing scales for weight and discuss what is "healthy"
  • Introduce diet and exercise guidelines while exploring drug-induced weight gain
  • Review over-the-counter, herbal, and pharmaceutical medications for weight loss
  • Practice reducing stigma and bias through the use of weight language
About the Speaker 
 
Kathryn Litten, Pharm.D., BCACP
Clinical Assistant Professor, Pharmacy Practice Division
Clinical Pharmacist at CommUnityCare Health Center
The University of Texas at Austin College of Pharmacy
 
Dr. Kathryn Litten is a Clinical Assistant Professor at the University of Texas at Austin College of Pharmacy (UT-COP) and a board-certified ambulatory care pharmacist with a practice site at CommUnityCare Health Center’s Southeast Health and Wellness Center in Austin, TX.  She received her Doctor of Pharmacy degree at Belmont University College of Pharmacy.  She then completed a PGY-1 Pharmacy Residency at New Hanover Regional Medical Center in Wilmington, NC and a PGY-2 Ambulatory Care Pharmacy Residency at CommUnityCare Health Centers. As a professor in the department of Pharmacy Practice she serves as an Ambulatory Care IPPE/APPE preceptor and coordinates the Ambulatory IPPEs.  She teaches in the Pharmacotherapy and Pharmacy Practice courses and several clinical electives, including Patient-Centered Diabetes Care, Herbals and Botanical Supplements, and Ambulatory Care. Within her clinical practice she provides comprehensive therapy management for chronic disease states via a collaborative practice agreement, with interests including diabetes and cardiology. She is engaged in multiple professional organizations, including AACP, ACCP, and APhA. She is the President of the Austin-Area SHP chapter, and APhA’s faculty advisor for the UTCOP chapter.
 
Disclosure: Dr Litten does not have any relevant financial relationship(s) with ineligible companies (as defined by the Standards for Integrity and Independence).
 
K. Ashley Garling-Nañez, Pharm.D.
Clinical Assistant Professor of Pharmacy Practice
The University of Texas at Austin College of Pharmacy
 
Dr. Ashley Garling graduated Rho Chi with honors from the MCV/Virginia Commonwealth University School of Pharmacy. Her career path went from community pharmacy management, inpatient pharmacy with an oncology focus, to corporate clinical coordinator, and media spokeswoman. She is now a clinical assistant professor at The University of Texas at Austin College of Pharmacy where she serves as a communication, media, and patient engagement specialist. Dr. Garling is the principal investigator (PI) and Co-PI for research projects in community pharmacy settings spanning from telehealth, HIV PrEP, mental health, patient counseling, and medication adherence.  She currently serves as president of the Capital Area Pharmacist Association, Affairs Public Policy Council Member, and Public Policy Council Member of the Texas Pharmacist Association.  Her career pillars are focused on public activation, empowerment of underheard voices, and health education. In 2020-21, Dr. Garling was awarded the Dr. Carolyn Brown DEAI Champion Award and the 2021 Teaching Excellency Award in recognition of her outstanding contributions to diversity, inclusion, and pharmacy education. 
 
Disclosure:  Ashley Garling does not have any relevant financial relationship(s) with ineligible companies (as defined by the Standards for Integrity and Independence).
 
 

Activity Number

0067-0000-23-141-L05-P
Date: 09/24/23
Time: 12:45 PM - 01:45 PM

CE Hours

1.00
   

   

Break
 
 
 
In-person attendees: Please join us in the pre-function area for a light snack and refershment.  
 
Online attendees: Enjoy a break, the broadcast will retrun shortly.
 
Date: 09/24/23
Time: 02:45 PM - 03:00 PM
   

   

Diabetes Care Update and the Pharmacist’s Role
 
 
 
 
Learning Objectives 
  • Review new medications, indications, and guideline updates for providing evidence-based care to optimize diabetes outcomes and associated comorbidities
  • Discuss improving and emerging technologies including continuous glucose monitors and best practices regarding accessibility, patient education, and utilizing their data to develop a therapeutic plan.
About the Speaker 
 
Kathryn Litten, Pharm.D., BCACP
Clinical Assistant Professor, Pharmacy Practice Division
Clinical Pharmacist at CommUnityCare Health Center
The University of Texas at Austin College of Pharmacy
 
Dr. Kathryn Litten is a board-certified ambulatory care pharmacist with a practice site at CommUnityCare Health Center’s Southeast Health and Wellness Center in Austin, TX. Her clinical interests include diabetes and cardiology. As a Clinical Assistant Professor, she teaches in the Pharmacotherapy and Clinical Skills courses as well as electives, such as Ambulatory Care and Herbal & Botanical Supplements.  Dr. Litten received her B.A. in Exercise and Sport Science from the University of North Carolina – Chapel Hill and her Doctor of Pharmacy at Belmont University College of Pharmacy.  She completed a PGY-1 Pharmacy Practice Residency at New Hanover Regional Medical Center in Wilmington, NC and a PGY-2 Ambulatory Care Pharmacy Residency at CommUnityCare Health Centers.
 
Disclosure: Dr Litten does not have any relevant financial relationship(s) with ineligible companies (as defined by the Standards for Integrity and Independence).

 

Activity Number

0067-0000-23-143-L05-P
Date: 09/24/23
Time: 02:00 PM - 03:00 PM

CE Hours

1.00
   

   

Human Trafficking Awareness: Identifying and Responding to Victims of Human Trafficking for Pharmacists & Pharmacy Technicians
This session counts for the one hour TSBP requirement of human trafficking prevention
 
 
 
Learning Objectives 
  • Describe different types of human trafficking and their local, statewide and international prevalence
  • Identify potential signs of human trafficking in victims who present for care in a medical setting
  • Discuss the immediate healthcare needs of identified victims and develop ability for trauma-informed response
  • Describe available resources for victims' service and aftercare
About the Speakers 
 
Kerri Taylor, M.S., ccc-slp
Executive Director
Unbound Houston
 
Kerri Taylor is the Executive Director of Unbound Now Houston, the local chapter of Unbound Now, an international anti-human trafficking organization that focuses on domestic minor sex trafficking with specific emphasis on prevention efforts with at-risk youth. Unbound works to activate the community to fight human trafficking and is dedicated to public awareness, prevention education, professional training, and survivor advocacy.  Kerri serves on the board of the Brazoria County United Front Coalition to Fight Human Trafficking. In addition to being a member of the Child Sex Trafficking Advisory Council of Harris County, she works closely with the No Trafficking Zone, established in 2020 and with NRG stadium. Unbound Now Houston’s advocates are onsite at every Texans home football game, providing services for identified victims. In addition, she serves alongside other advocates in Galveston and Brazoria County as a coordinated response protocol for identified victims of human trafficking is developed. 
Kerri earned a Bachelor's degree in Education from Baylor University with a specialization in Speech Pathology and Audiology and subsequently, a Master's Degree in Speech Pathology and Audiology from the John A. Burn School of Medicine at the University of Hawaii. She is retired from private practice, having served in the acute, skilled nursing, rehabilitation and home health settings specializing in neurogenic speech and swallow disorders. 
 
Disclosure: Kerri does not have any relevant financial relationship(s) with ineligible companies (as defined by the Standards for Integrity and Independence).  
 
Claire A. Latiolais, Pharm.D., M.S. 
Clinical Assistant Professor, Pharmacy Practice
The University of Texas at Austin College of Pharmacy 
 
Dr. Claire Latiolais graduated from Purdue University with a Doctor of Pharmacy degree in 2015. She went on to complete an ASHP-accredited Health-System Pharmacy Administration residency in The Houston Program at Texas Children’s Hospital in Houston, TX. Along with this program, she completed her Master’s in Pharmacy Leadership and Administration from the University of Houston College of Pharmacy. She joined the faculty at The University of Texas at Austin College of Pharmacy (UTCOP) in 2018 and served as a Clinical Assistant Professor in the Department of Pharmacy Practice. Her role included serving as the Course Coordinator for the Institutional Introductory Pharmacy Practice Experience (I-IPPE).  Additionally, her responsibilities included teaching Drug Information, Applied Pharmacy Management, Clinical Skills and Hospital Pharmacy, as well as serving as the Student Society of Health-System Pharmacists (SSHP) faculty advisor and Chair of the Admissions Committee. In the fall of 2022, Dr. Latiolais transitioned into a new role at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center as a Clinical Pharmacy Specialist of Drug Information and Formulary Management. In addition, Dr. Latiolais continued an appointment with UTCOP as the Experiential Regional Director for Houston. Dr. Latiolais is a member of several professional organizations, including the American Society of Health-System Pharmacists (ASHP) where she served on the 2019-2020 New Practitioners Forum Executive Committee, the Texas Society of Health-System Pharmacists (TSHP) where she serves on the Education Affairs Council, the Central Texas Society of Health-System Pharmacists (CTSHP) where she served as a Board Member, Phi Lambda Sigma, Phi Delta Chi, and Rho Chi. Her interests include drug information, formulary management, experiential education, professional development of students, servant leadership, hospital operations, and pharmacy management.
 
Disclosure: Dr. Latiolais does not have any relevant financial relationship(s) with ineligible companies (as defined by the Standards for Integrity and Independence).
 
Sarah Kubes, Pharm.D., BCPPS
Clinical Assistant Professor, Pharmacotherapy
The University of Texas at Austin College of Pharmacy 
 
Dr. Kubes was born and raised in Houston, Texas. She graduated from Texas A&M University in 2006 with a B.S. in Biomedical Sciences, then attended the University of Houston College of Pharmacy and graduated in 2011. Dr. Kubes continued her post-graduate education as a PGY1 resident at Memorial Hermann Hospital in the Houston Medical Center and then a PGY2 pediatrics residency at Children’s Memorial Hermann Hospital. Following residency, she accepted a position as a Pediatric Critical Care Clinical Specialist at Cincinnati Children’s Hospital. In 2014, she relocated to San Antonio and took on the role of the Pediatric Infectious Diseases and Antimicrobial Stewardship Pharmacist at The Children’s Hospital of San Antonio. Dr. Kubes joined the UT group in 2018 as a Clinical Assistant Professor in the Pharmacotherapy Division of the College of Pharmacy at The University of Texas at Austin, as well as an Adjoint Assistant Professor in the School of Medicine and The Department of Pediatrics at the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio. In addition to her teaching and research responsibilities within the college, Dr. Kubes is also responsible for clinical pharmacy services and caring for pediatric patients within the University Health System in San Antonio. Dr. Kubes also sits on the CTSHP board as a senior board member, has been appointed by the Texas Attorney General’s office and the Texas Health and Human Services Commission as a Texas Medicaid Drug Utilization Review Board Member, serves as the Chair for the UT-affiliated Residency Programs and vice chair for the general pediatrics special interest group for the Pediatric Pharmacy Association national organization. Her primary areas of research include quality improvement in pediatrics, cystic fibrosis and infectious diseases. Her clinical interests include pediatrics, infectious diseases and maternal health. In her spare time, she is a mom to 3 children, an avid gardener, baker, reader and chicken/turkey/pheasant/duck/quail/bunny/piggy tender. 
 
Disclosure: Dr. Kubes does not have any relevant financial relationship(s) with ineligible companies (as defined by the Standards for Integrity and Independence).
 
K. Ashley Garling Nañez, Pharm.D.
Clinical Assistant Professor of Pharmacy Practice
UT College of Pharmacy
President, Capital Area Pharmacist Association

Dr. Ashley Garling graduated Rho Chi with honors from the MCV/Virginia Commonwealth University School of Pharmacy. Her career path went from community pharmacy management, inpatient pharmacy with an oncology focus, to corporate clinical coordinator, and media spokeswoman. She is now a clinical assistant professor at The University of Texas at Austin College of Pharmacy where she serves as a communication, media, and patient engagement specialist. Dr. Garling is the principal investigator (PI) and Co-PI for research projects in community pharmacy settings spanning from telehealth, HIV PrEP, mental health, patient counseling, and medication adherence.  She currently serves as president of the Capital Area Pharmacist Association, Affairs Public Policy Council Member, and Public Policy Council Member of the Texas Pharmacist Association.  Her career pillars are focused on public activation, empowerment of underheard voices, and health education. In 2020-21, Dr. Garling was awarded the Dr. Carolyn Brown DEAI Champion Award and the 2021 Teaching Excellency Award in recognition of her outstanding contributions to diversity, inclusion, and pharmacy education. 

           Disclosure:  Ashley Garling does not have any relevant financial relationship(s) with ineligible companies (as defined by the Standards for Integrity and Independence).

 

Activity Number

0067-0000-23-144-L05-P
Date: 09/24/23
Time: 03:00 PM - 04:30 PM

CE Hours

1.50
   

   

71st Pharmacy Practice Seminar - OVERALL EVALUATION
 
 
 
Thank you for attending PPS!  Please take a moment to provide feedback and help us improve PPS.  Please complete this Overall Evaluation starting Sunday afternoon.
 
Date: 09/24/23
Time: 12:00 PM - 12:00 PM
   

   

The 71st Pharmacy Practice Update Adjurns
Sunday, September 22, 2023
 
Thank you for joining us for the 71st Pharamcy Practice Seminar! 
Please complete one more evalaluation - the overall evaluation!  This is where we pick content for next year's PPS.  Please take the time to provide feedback on PPS. 
Thank you again for attending PPS.
 
 
Date: 09/24/23
Time: 04:30 PM - 05:00 PM
   

   

 
On-demand sessions are available for viewing in the tabs below.
 
 
 
 
On-Demand content will be available on September 22, 2023
To access after the opening date, click on the tabs of the sessions you wish to complete below, watch the full video, then complete the post-test and evaluation for CE credit.
 

   

   

Sterile Compounding: 797 Updates: 7 Key Takeaways
This session counts towards the TSBP requirement for sterile compounding maintenance
 
 
Learning Objectives 
  • Discuss changes to CSP microbial categories
  • Calculate beyond use dates for CSPs given example scenarios
  • List responsibilities of the designated person
  • Describe modifications to personnel competency evaluations
  • Outline refinements to personnel hygiene and garbing
  • Highlight adjustments to environmental sampling procedures
  • Identify new labeling requirement for CSPs
  • Differentiate between a master formulation record and a compounding record
About the Speaker 
 
Holli Temple, Pharm.D., BCPS
Clinical Associate Professor, Pharmacy Practice
The University of Texas at Austin College of Pharmacy 
 
Dr. Holli Temple is a Clinical Assistant Professor in the Health Outcomes & Pharmacy Practice Division. She is a Course Coordinator for Introduction to Patient Care and the associated Care and Respect for the Elderly (CARE) Program. Additionally, she is the Inpatient Coordinator for Advanced Health Outcomes & Pharmacy Practice Experiences, Austin/Temple/Waco region. Previously, Dr. Temple practiced pharmacy at North Austin Medical Center (NAMC) from 1995 – 2011.  Her responsibilities at NAMC focused on implementing and managing Clinical Pharmacy Services. In addition, she facilitated the Medication Safety Group and served as the NAMC representative to the Austin Multi-Institutional Review Board.   From 2000-2011, Dr. Temple precepted students on Adult Medicine and Institutional Pharmacy rotations and served the UT College of Pharmacy as the Institutional Coordinator for the Austin/Temple/Waco region. She has contributed to ASHP’s PharmPrep publication as an author and continues to be a section editor for the Renal Disorders chapter.  Academically, Holli completed her B.S. in Biomedical Science from Texas A&M University in 1992, her B.S. in Pharmacy from the University of Texas in 1994, and her Doctor of Pharmacy from the University of Texas in 1999.  Dr. Temple has received the following honors and awards associated with her pharmacy practice: recipient of the 2004 Caregiver of the Year award from North Austin Medical Center, named to the 2003 Rho Chi Alumni Honor Roll, and recipient of the 2002 Wm. Arlyn Kloesel Outstanding Preceptor Award.
 
Disclosure:  Dr. Temple does not have any relevant financial relationship(s) with ineligible companies (as defined by the Standards for Integrity and Independence).
 

 

Activity Number

0067-0000-23-067-H06-P/T

Release Date: Jun 23, 2023
Credit Expiration Date: Jun 22, 2026

CE Hours

1.00
   

   

Sterile Compounding: USP <797> Update: A Deeper Dive
This session counts towards the TSBP requirement for sterile compounding maintenance
 
 
Learning Objectives 
  • Discuss changes to CSP microbial categories
  • Calculate beyond use dates for CSPs given example scenarios
  • List responsibilities of the designated person
  • Describe modifications to personnel competency evaluations
  • Outline refinements to personnel hygiene and garbing
  • Highlight adjustments to environmental sampling procedures
  • Identify new labeling requirement for CSPs
  • Differentiate between a master formulation record and a compounding record
About the Speaker 
 
Holli Temple, Pharm.D., BCPS
Clinical Associate Professor, Pharmacy Practice
The University of Texas at Austin College of Pharmacy 
 
Dr. Holli Temple is a Clinical Assistant Professor in the Health Outcomes & Pharmacy Practice Division. She is a Course Coordinator for Introduction to Patient Care and the associated Care and Respect for the Elderly (CARE) Program. Additionally, she is the Inpatient Coordinator for Advanced Health Outcomes & Pharmacy Practice Experiences, Austin/Temple/Waco region. Previously, Dr. Temple practiced pharmacy at North Austin Medical Center (NAMC) from 1995 – 2011.  Her responsibilities at NAMC focused on implementing and managing Clinical Pharmacy Services. In addition, she facilitated the Medication Safety Group and served as the NAMC representative to the Austin Multi-Institutional Review Board.   From 2000-2011, Dr. Temple precepted students on Adult Medicine and Institutional Pharmacy rotations and served the UT College of Pharmacy as the Institutional Coordinator for the Austin/Temple/Waco region. She has contributed to ASHP’s PharmPrep publication as an author and continues to be a section editor for the Renal Disorders chapter.  Academically, Holli completed her B.S. in Biomedical Science from Texas A&M University in 1992, her B.S. in Pharmacy from the University of Texas in 1994, and her Doctor of Pharmacy from the University of Texas in 1999.  Dr. Temple has received the following honors and awards associated with her pharmacy practice: recipient of the 2004 Caregiver of the Year award from North Austin Medical Center, named to the 2003 Rho Chi Alumni Honor Roll, and recipient of the 2002 Wm. Arlyn Kloesel Outstanding Preceptor Award.
 
Disclosure:  Dr. Temple does not have any relevant financial relationship(s) with ineligible companies (as defined by the Standards for Integrity and Independence).
 

 

Activity Number

0067-0000-23-068-H06-P/T

Release Date: Jun 23, 2023
Credit Expiration Date: Jun 22, 2026

CE Hours

1.00
   

   

Preceptor: Recognizing Mental Health Challenges and Burnout with Students
This session counts towards preceptor CPE credit requirements
 
 
 
Learning Objectives 
  • Discuss how mental health issues lead to burnout with students due to heavy academic workload, fatigue and other factors
  • Identify College, University, and other resources to support preceptors in supporting students experiencing burnout and stress
  • Discuss wellness practices preceptors might suggest or take part in to help students experiencing burnout and stress
About the Speaker 
 
Samantha Catanzano, Pharm.D., BCPP
Clinical Assistant Professor of Pharmacy Practice
The University of Texas at Austin College of Pharmacy

After graduating with her Pharm.D. degree from the University of Texas at Austin, Dr. Catanzano completed a pharmacy practice residency (2016-2017) and a psychiatric pharmacy practice residency (2017-2018) at Seton Healthcare Family and The University of Texas at Austin College of Pharmacy. Following her residency training, she gained experience as a clinical and staff pharmacist at the Austin State Hospital. Currently, she serves as a Clinical Assistant Professor for The University of Texas at Austin College of Pharmacy where she provides didactic lectures and lab facilitation to Pharm.D. students. In addition to her academic appointment, she is a Behavioral Health Pharmacist at UT Health Austin within the Integrated Behavioral Health Department where she practices in the Primary Care Integrated Practice Units (IPUs) as well as serving the entire UTHA enterprise. In this role, she functions as part of a multidisciplinary team to address complex pharmacology and mental health needs in the community setting. Additionally, Dr. Catanzano provides academic lectures to first- and second-year psychiatry residents through Dell Medical School’s department of psychiatry. She is a certified Mental Health First Aid instructor and serves on the Resident and New Practitioner committee within the College of Psychiatric and Neurologic Pharmacists (CPNP) organization. 

Disclosure: Dr. Catanzano does not have any relevant financial relationship(s) with ineligible companies (as defined by the Standards for Integrity and Independence).

 
 

 

Activity Number

0067-0000-22-083-H04-P/T

Release Date: Apr 8, 2023
Credit Expiration Date: Apr 1, 2026

CE Hours

1.00
   

   

Preceptor: Precepting Generation Z: Understanding Cultural and Generational Differences in the Workplace
This session counts towards preceptor CPE credit requirements
 
 
 
Learning Objectives 
  • Discuss the unique challenges and differences in precepting students from different generations
  • Describe activities and trainings preceptors may take to help them understand and improve communication with students from different backgrounds and generations.
About the Speaker 
 
Justina Lipscomb, Pharm.D.
Clinical Assistant Professor of Pharmacotherapy
The University of Texas at Austin College of Pharmacy
 
Dr. Amie-Lipscomb practices in the area of Adult Internal Medicine, primarily in the acute treatment of the hospitalized patient. Her principal interests include internal medicine and interprofessional education. 
 
Disclosure:  Dr. Lipscomb does not have any relevant financial relationship(s) with ineligible companies (as defined by the Standards for Integrity and Independence).
 
Sarah Kubes, Pharm.D., BDPPS
Clinical Assistant Professor of Pharmacotherapy
The University of Texas at Austin College of Pharmacy

Dr. Kubes’ primary areas of research include quality improvement in pediatrics and infectious diseases. Her clinical interests include pediatrics, infectious diseases, and maternal health. 

Disclosure: Dr. Kubes does not have any relevant financial relationship(s) with ineligible companies (as defined by the Standards for Integrity and Independence).

 
 

 

Activity Number

0067-0000-23-084-H04-P

Release Date: Jul 8, 2023
Credit Expiration Date: Jul 1, 2026

CE Hours

1.00
   

   

Pain Management: Pain Management in the Hospital
This session counts the TSBP pain management requirement - note this requirement ends on Sept 1
The session will be availalbe by August 1 for those who still need to meet the requirement.
 
 
 
Learning Objectives 
  • Describe multimodal approaches to pain in the hospitalized patient
  • Evaluate/optimize a pain management regimen for patients with co-morbid conditions
  • Discuss best practices for opioid stewardship in the hospital setting
About the Speaker 
 
Lyndsi Meyenburg, Pharm.D. BCPS
Clinical Pharmacy Specialist, Internal Medicine
Residency Program Director, PGY2 Internal Medicine Pharmacy
Residency, Pharmacy Department, Ascension Seton
 
Lyndsi Meyenburg is an Internal Medicine Clinical Pharmacy Specialist at Ascension Seton in Austin, Texas. She earned her Doctor of Pharmacy degree in 2011 from St. Louis College of Pharmacy in St. Louis, Missouri. She completed her PGY1 Residency at Mercy Hospital St. Louis and her PGY2 Internal Medicine Residency at VA St. Louis Healthcare System - John Cochran Division. Dr. Meyenburg has practice experience treating acute and chronic pain in hospitalized patients and is one of the leaders supporting initiatives for opioid use disorder, opioid stewardship, and pain management for Ascension.
 
Disclosure: Dr. Meyenburg does not have any relevant financial relationship(s) with ineligible companies (as defined by the Standards for Integrity and Independence).
 
 
 

 

Activity Number

0067-0000-23-064-H08-P/T

Release Date: Jun 24, 2023
Credit Expiration Date: Jun 22, 2026

CE Hours

1.00
   

   

Looking at Pharmacy Practice through the Transitions-of-Care Lens
 
 
Learning Objectives 
  • Define Transitions-of-Care (TOC)
  • Discuss TOC opportunities in Health Systems
  • Identify key TOC Team members Implement TOC and initiatives in your Health System
  • Design a TOC program to meet the needs of underserved and vulnerable populations
About the Speaker 
 
Heather Dobie, Pharm.D., BCACP
Lead Transitions of Care Clinical Pharmacy Specialist
Department of Pharmacotherapy and Pharmacy Services
University Health San Antonio 
 
Dr. Heather Dobie received her B.S. in Pharmacy from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, then her Pharm.D. from the same institution. She is Board Certified in Ambulatory Care. She has system-level training thru the Clinical Safety and Effectiveness course at UT Health. Heather has worked at University Health (UH) in San Antonio for almost 24 years, in various roles and settings. She has especially enjoyed working in Transitions-of-Care (TOC) for a decade, starting in the Ambulatory Connections Clinic and then piloting the TOC program at the main hospital campus over 4 years ago. Heather worked in various pharmacy settings prior to her tenure at UH, but considers UH home.   
 
Disclosure: Dr. Dobie does not have any relevant financial relationship(s) with ineligible companies (as defined by the Standards for Integrity and Independence).
 

 

Activity Number

0067-0000-23-065-H05-P/T

Release Date: Sep 22, 2023
Credit Expiration Date: Sep 21, 2026

CE Hours

1.00
   

   

Topic TBA
 
 
 
Learning Objectives 
  • Learning Objectives under development
About the Speaker 
 
Speaker TBA
Bio
Disclosure pending
 

 

Release Date: Sep 23, 2023
Credit Expiration Date: Sep 22, 2026

CE Hours

1.00
   

   

Exhibitor - Moderna
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Chiun Chi

   

   

 
Exhibitor - Pharmacists Mutual Insurance Company
 
 

   

   

   

   

Sponsor - H-E-B Pharmacy
 Special thanks to our 2023 sponsor: H-E-B Pharmacy

   

   

 
Texas Pharmacy Alumni Relations
 
The College of Pharmacy Alumni Association works uniquely for and on behalf of pharmacy graduates. The purpose of the Alumni Association is to:
• To promote and support The University of Texas at Austin and the College of Pharmacy.
• To recognize achievements of students, faculty, and graduates of the College of Pharmacy.
• To provide programmatic support for College of Pharmacy students, faculty, and programming.
• To strengthen the alumni network and provide opportunities for strong alumni participation and engagement through university events and professional development
 

 

   

   

   

   

   

   

   

   

   

   

   

   

   



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