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Annual Convention Highlight
AzPA ANNUAL CONVENTION
Coming Together to Advance Arizona Pharmacy
ARIZONA GRAND RESORT & SPA JUNE 16-19, 2022
THURSDAY, JUNE 16TH
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM SOUTHWESTERN STATES RESIDENCY CONFERENCE -Separate Registration Required8:00 AM - 5:00 PM AZPA CERTIFICATE TRAINING PROGRAMS TBD -Separate Registration Required12:00 PM - 1:00 PM LUNCH | NON-ACCREDITED SYMPOSIUM
5:30 PM - 7:00 PM AZPA BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING
7:30 PM - 8:30 PM VIP/PAST PRESIDENT’S RECEPTION -Invitation Only-
FRIDAY, JUNE 17TH
7:00 AM - 7:45 AM YOGA Nancy Costlow, PharmD Join us for a relaxing yoga session to prepare your mind and body for a weekend full of education, fun, and networking. 8:00 AM - 9:30 AM PHARMPAC BREAKFAST Support AzPA’s Political Action Committee and enjoy a panel discussion with influential leaders in Arizona.
9:30 AM - 11:00 AM GENERAL SESSION: PHARMACY LAW UPDATE Roger Morris, RPh, JD; Shaylynn Veeder, JD
Learning Objectives:
• Describe ramifications of recent pharmacy related court cases. • List recent changes in Federal Pharmacy Law. • List recent changes in State Pharmacy Law. Note: This session is pending ACPE accreditation
11:10 AM - 12:10 PM MEDICATION ASSISTED TREATMENT FOR OPIOID USE DISORDER Brenna Darling, PharmD; Christopher Edwards, PharmD, BCPS
Learning Objectives:
• Identify characteristics of opioid use disorder and symptoms of opioid withdrawal. • Give examples of appropriate counseling points for patients initiating medication assisted treatment for opioid use disorder. • Summarize requirements and regulations pertaining to the prescription and administration of buprenorphine, methadone, naltrexone, and naloxone. Note: This session is pending ACPE accreditation
11:10 AM - 12:10 PM A YEAR AFTER ADUCANUMAB: EMERGING THERAPIES FOR
ALZHEIMER’S DEMENTIA
Ariane Guthrie, PharmD, BCPS; Dawn Knudsen Gerber, Pharm.D., BCGP, FASCP, FAzPA
Learning Objectives:
• Define the FDA approval status for aducanumab (Aduhelm®). • Describe the inclusion and exclusion criteria used during aducanumab phase 3 trials. • Describe emerging therapies currently in development for the treatment of Alzheimer’s dementia. Note: This session is pending ACPE accreditation
11:10 AM - 12:10 PM DEVELOPING A FRAMEWORK TO RESPOND TO SEXIST MICROAGGRESSIONS Casey Orton, PharmD
Learning Objectives:
• List the common subtypes of microaggressions. • Explain the effects of sexist microaggressions on targets. • Give examples of recommended actions when responding to sexist microaggressions. Note: This session is pending ACPE accreditation
12:15 PM - 1:00 PM LUNCH | NON-ACCREDITED SYMPOSIUM
1:00 PM- 5:00 PM MEDWISE ADVISOR™ CERTIFICATION (PART 1) Jessica DiLeo, PharmD, BCGP, BCACP, CMWA -Separate registration requiredThis certification provides clinicians in various care settings with clinical and operational training for medication risk mitigation services.
1:10 PM- 2:10 PM MEDICATION ASSISTED TREATMENT FOR OPIOID USE DISORDER
(REPEAT SESSION)
Brenna Darling, PharmD; Christopher Edwards, PharmD, BCPS
Learning Objectives:
• Identify characteristics of opioid use disorder and symptoms of opioid withdrawal. • Give examples of appropriate counseling points for patients initiating medication assisted treatment for opioid use disorder. • Summarize requirements and regulations pertaining to the prescription and administration of buprenorphine, methadone, naltrexone, and naloxone. Note: This session is pending ACPE accreditation
1:10 PM - 2:10 PM FROM A-Z: CLINICAL PEARLS FOR PHARMACY PROFESSIONALS Jake Schwarz, PharmD, MBA, BCIDP, BCCCP, BCPS, FAzPA; Others TBD
Learning Objectives:
• Summarize clinical scenarios or “clinical pearls” that might not be widely known or published. • Give examples of how these “clinical pearls” can be applied in various health settings. Note: This session is pending ACPE accreditation
1:10 PM - 2:10 PM DESIGNING AND SUBMITTING A CE: A STEP-BY-STEP EXPLANATION Jimmy Stevens, PharmD
Learning Objectives:
• Define the term “practice gap”. • Describe the process of writing CE objectives. • List the various platforms to deliver a CE. Note: This session is pending ACPE accreditation
2:15 PM - 3:15 PM GENERAL SESSION: PHARMACY EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE (EQ) -
MANAGING BURNOUT AND FINDING YOUR SWEET SPOT
Juan Kinsgbury
Learning Objectives:
• Define EQ with other people. • Define EQ with yourself. Note: This session is pending ACPE accreditation
3:30 PM - 5:00 PM TRENDS IN THIRD-PARTY PAYOR AUDITS AND EFFECTIVE
RESPONSE STRATEGIES
Mark Boesen, PharmD, JD; Allyson Snow, JD; Mark Ziegler, PharmD
Learning Objectives:
• List the current trends in third-party payor auditing practices and methods to respond effectively. • List common strategies to improve response success when responding to audits. • Differentiate between a regulatory authority, the US Attorney’s Office, and a private-sector auditor. • Describe the requirements for most commercial and government payors regarding documentation. Note: This session is pending ACPE accreditation
3:30 PM - 5:00 PM PUT ON YOUR GAME FACE: AN INTERACTIVE BOARD GAME TO REVIEW
PRECEPTING FUNDAMENTALS
Janet Cooley, PharmD; Suzanne Larson, PharmD; Matthew Cheung, PharmD
Learning Objectives:
• Given a scenario, analyze situations that preceptors may encounter specific to sites, learners and preceptors. • Apply established precepting principles to common scenarios and cases. • Create a plan to incorporate discussed preceptor pearls to precepting scenarios encountered in practice. Note: This session is pending ACPE accreditation
3:30 PM - 5:00 PM AzPA FOCUS GROUPS Moderator: Darren Clonts, PharmD, MBA, BCACP Learning Objectives: TBD Note: This session is pending ACPE accreditation
5:15 PM - 7:15 PM EXHIBIT HALL | WELCOME RECEPTION Support our Convention Sponsors and Exhibitors while you mingle and enjoy appetizers. 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM FRIENDS & ALUMNI MIDWESTERN UNIVERSITY RECEPTION
8:00 PM- 10:00 PM FAMILY GAME NIGHT Come one come all and support our Student Academies for a night of family friendly games and networking!
SATURDAY, JUNE 18TH
7:00 AM - 7:45 AM BREAKFAST | NON-ACCREDITED SYMPOSIUM
8:00 AM - 4:00 PM STUDENT LEADERSHIP & LEGACY TRACK Dawn Knudsen Gerber, Pharm.D., BCGP, FASCP, FAzPA; CDR Kimberly Langley, PharmD, MBA, BCPS -By invitation- 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM BIOSTATS 101: UNDERSTANDING THE BASICS TO IMPROVE PATIENT CARE Jake Schwarz, PharmD, MBA, BCIDP, BCCCP, BCPS, FAzPA
Learning Objectives:
• Identify different types of data (nominal, ordinal, interval/ratio) to determine appropriate measure of central tendency, and appropriate test for statistical significance. • Define and evaluate odds ratio and risk ratio reported from literature. • Interpret statistical significance based on reported odds ratios, risk ratios, or confidence intervals. • Define and calculate the absolute risk, relative risk, number needed to treat given data from a study. Note: This session is pending ACPE accreditation
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM CONTINUOUS GLUCOSE MONITORING: A DEEPER SCAN Lisa Beckett, PharmD, BCACP, CDCES
Learning Objectives:
• Summarize clinical evidence supporting continuous glucose monitor use in adults with diabetes. • Define the components of an ambulatory glucose profile created from continuous glucose monitor data. • Review consensus guidelines on clinical targets for continuous glucose monitor data. • Use case-based approach to assess an ambulatory glucose profile, diabetes medications, and make adjustments to reach treatment goals. Note: This session is pending ACPE accreditation
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM IMMUNIZATION UPDATE Holly Van Lew, PharmD, BCPS; Sophia Galloway, PharmD, BCACP
Learning Objectives:
• Discuss recent updates to pneumococcal vaccine recommendations from the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), including new products and spacing guidelines. • Identify age indications and co-morbidities that qualify candidates to receive a pneumococcal vaccine • Discuss expanded in Shingrix indications, Hepatitis B universal recommendations for individual less than 60 years of age and additional CDC vaccine updates for 2022 Note: This session is pending ACPE accreditation
9:10 AM - 10:10 AM OPENING GENERAL SESSION - FORECASTING AND SHAPING THE FUTURE Kathleen Pawlicki, BS, MS, FASHP
Learning Objectives:
• Describe the methods for development of the 2022 ASHP/ASHP Foundation Pharmacy Forecast Report • List the 2022 ASHP/ASHP Foundation Pharmacy Forecast Report’s domains of focus • Discuss the recommendations from the 2022 ASHP/ASHP Foundation Pharmacy Forecast Report Note: This session is pending ACPE accreditation
10:15 AM - 11:15 AM BECOMING A PERSON OF INFLUENCE:
INCREASE YOUR LEADERSHIP AND IMPACT
Yanick Hicks, PharmD Learning Objectives: TBD Note: This session is pending ACPE accreditation
10:15 AM - 11:15 AM MYTH BUSTERS (PART I): IT’S MORE THAN THE
SPECTRUM OF ACTIVITY
Tho Pham, PharmD; Vanthida Huang, PharmD, BSPHM, FCCP
Learning Objectives:
• Discuss common antibiotic myths that are seen in clinical practice. • Describe the current literature on the appropriate duration of treatment for bacterial infections. • Discuss important factors to consider when choosing antimicrobial treatment regimens. • Summarize key takeaways and clinical pearls related to common infectious disease myths. Note: This session is pending ACPE accreditation
10:15 AM - 11:15 AM MANAGING ENDOMETRIOSIS ACROSS THE LIFESPAN Erin Raney, PharmD, BCPS, BC-ADM
Learning Objectives:
• Describe the pathophysiology of endometriosis and associated complications across the female lifespan. • Select treatment options for endometriosis-related pelvic pain. • Summarize treatment options for endometriosis at different life stages, including adolescence, reproduction, and menopause. Note: This session is pending ACPE accreditation
11:15 AM - 12:15 PM MYTH BUSTERS (PART II): INFECTIOUS DISEASE EDITION Andrew Vogler, PharmD; Vanthida Huang, PharmD, BSPHM, FCCP
Learning Objectives:
• Discuss implications of using oral therapy as compared to IV therapy for endocarditis, bacteremia, and osteomyelitis. • Identify appropriate antimicrobials to use for patients with penicillinallergies. • Determine when use of a bactericidal or bacteriostatic antimicrobial is most appropriate. Note: This session is pending ACPE accreditation
11:15 AM - 12:15 PM UTILIZING CLINICAL PHARMACY SERVICES TO CLOSE MEDICAL
HEALTH PLAN GAPS IN CARE
Matthew Bertsch, PharmD Learning Objectives: TBD Note: This session is pending ACPE accreditation
11:15 AM - 12:15 PM BREAKOUT CPE-TBA
12:15 PM - 2:00 PM EXHIBIT HALL | LUNCH Support our Convention Sponsors and Exhibitors while you mingle and enjoy lunch. 2:15 PM - 3:15 PM GENERAL SESSION: OPIOID CPE -TBD Speaker: TBA Learning Objectives: TBD Note: This session is pending ACPE accreditation
3:30 PM - 4:30 PM THE END OF AN ERA: THE DIMINISHING ROLE OF ASPIRIN IN
PRIMARY PREVENTION
Maura Jones, Pharm.D. BCPS
Learning Objectives:
• Employ the USPSTF and ACC/AHA Primary Prevention Guidelines to identify appropriate use of aspirin for primary prevention. • Recommend appropriate strategies to reduce risk of an initial cardiovascular event based on updated guidelines. • Determine when discontinuation of primary cardiovascular prevention strategies is appropriate. Note: This session is pending ACPE accreditation
3:30 PM - 4:30 PM INNOVATION DRIVING PHARMACY TODAY Maimuna Bruce, PharmD, MBA, MS
Learning Objectives:
• Describe the impact of past pharmacy innovations on the advancement of the practice of pharmacy. • Identify the ways in which new innovations can be implemented in your practice to provide better patient outcomes. • Discuss the impact of common misconceptions surrounding the innovations in pharmacy practice today. Note: This session is pending ACPE accreditation
3:30 PM - 4:30 PM CLEARING UP CONFUSION AND BLEMISHES! OVER-THE-COUNTER
ACNE TREATMENTS
Beth Zerr, PharmD, BCACP; Bernadette Cornelison, PharmD, BCPS
Learning Objectives:
• Apply knowledge of acne products to a patient to select the best product based off of product and patient-specific characteristics. • Recommend products to treat acne in patients while also preventing hyperpigmentation. Note: This session is pending ACPE accreditation
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM FRIENDS & ALUMNI UNIVERSITY OF ARIZONA RECEPTION
7:00 PM- 8:00 PM RED CARPET RECEPTION Join us for pictures and networking as we cover the Red Carpet leading up to the 2022 AzPA Awards Program! 8:00 PM - 9:30 PM BLACK TIE OPTIONAL AWARDS PRESENTATION Join us for a celebration of AzPA’s prestigious 2022 awardees. This event will also recognize past AzPA virtual award winners from 2020 & 2021. This evening is a not-to-be-missed event! Attendees will be dressed to impress!
SUNDAY, JUNE 19TH
7:00 AM - 7:45 AM BREAKFAST | NON-ACCREDITED SYMPOSIUM
8:00 AM- 12:00 PM MEDWISE ADVISOR™ CERTIFICATION (PART 2) Jessica DiLeo, PharmD, BCGP, BCACP, CMWA -Separate registration requiredThis certification provides clinicians in various care settings with clinical and operational training for medication risk mitigation services.
8:00 AM- 9:30 AM ADVANCES IN PHARMACOTHERAPY KEY INFORMATION YOU
NEED TO KNOW
Robert Lipsy, PharmD, BCACP, FASHP, FAzPA
Learning Objectives:
• Identify clinically significant drug-drug interactions for the new drugs presented. • List FDA indications for the new drugs presented. • Identify the patients that the new drugs have shown to be effective in. Note: This session is pending ACPE accreditation
8:00 AM- 9:30 AM NAVIGATING ACUTE CARE PHARMACY PRACTICE (FROM A TO Z)
FOR THE GENERALIST PHARMACIST (PART 1)
Melinda Burnworth, PharmD, FASHP, FAzPA, BCPS; Vanthida Huang, PharmD, BSPHM, FCCP; Tho Pham, PharmD; Andrew Vogler, PharmD
Learning Objectives:
• List the most current clinical guidelines for 26 common acute care disease states. • Describe key takeaways (clinical pearls) related to the corresponding pharmacotherapy for the common acute care disease states. • Summarize the key role of the pharmacist in the common acute care disease states. Note: This session is pending ACPE accreditation
9:45 AM - 10:45 AM GENERAL SESSION: AZPA TOWN HALL AzPA Board of Directors Learning Objectives: TBD Note: This session is pending ACPE accreditation
10:50 AM - 11:50 AM HEY SUGAR, SUGAR: A GUIDE TO THE ADVANCEMENT OF CONTINUOUS
GLUCOSE MONITORS AND TROUBLESHOOTING COMMON ISSUES
Adrienne Waibel, PharmD; Jacob D. Northrup, PharmD, BC-ADM, CDCESD
Learning Objectives:
• Identify characteristics of various continuous glucose monitors including device placement, unique features, compatibility with phone apps and wear time. • Interpret a prescription order for continuous glucose monitors and accurately dispense necessary components. • Recommend possible solutions to patients’ frequently asked questions and issues regarding continuous glucose monitors. Note: This session is pending ACPE accreditation
10:50 AM - 12:20 PM NAVIGATING ACUTE CARE PHARMACY PRACTICE (FROM A TO Z)
FOR THE GENERALIST PHARMACIST (PART 2)
Melinda Burnworth, PharmD, FASHP, FAzPA, BCPS; Vanthida Huang, PharmD, BSPHM, FCCP; Tho Pham, PharmD; Andrew Vogler, PharmD
Learning Objectives:
• List the most current clinical guidelines for 26 common acute care disease states. • Describe key takeaways (clinical pearls) related to the corresponding pharmacotherapy for the common acute care disease states. • Summarize the key role of the pharmacist in the common acute care disease states. Note: This session is pending ACPE accreditation

Hotel Information
Arizona Grand Resort & Spa 8000 Arizona Grand Pkwy Phoenix, AZ 85044
Special Room Rate: $154/night * Must be booked before May 16th. https://reservations.arizonagrandresort. com/110245?groupID=3310930#/ guestsandrooms