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PPA Board of Directors

PPA Officers:President: J. Scott Miskovsky, RPhPresident-Elect: Eric R. Esterbrook, RPhFirst Vice President: Donna Hazel, RPhSecond Vice President: Eric Pusey, RPh, CDEImmediate Past President: Robert B. Frankil, RPhRegional Directors:Central: Janet Getzey Hart, R.Ph.Northeast: Jonathan D. Ference, PharmD, BCPSNorthwest: Elliott Cook, PharmD, BCPSSoutheast: Nick Leon, PharmD, BCPS, BCACPSouthwest: Lauren Simko, PharmD

Academy Directors:Academy of Alternative Pharmacy Practice: Jamie

McConaha, PharmDAcademy of Chain Pharmacists: Stephanie Harriman

McGrath, PharmDAcademy of Community Pharmacists: Martin J. Kendra,

RPhAcademy of Health System Pharmacists: Paul T. Kocis,

PharmD, FASCPAcademy of Long Term Care and Consultant

Pharmacists: Brant Gahr, RPhAcademy of Pharmacy Industry Association: Todd EuryAcademy of Pharmacy Technicians: Patrick Purcell,

CPhTAcademy of Student Pharmacists: Kyle McCormick

PPA Office Staff:CEO: Patricia A. Epple, CAE [email protected] Ext. 3Communications Coordinator: Erica Brandt, [email protected] Ext. 2Membership Coordinator: Corey Wenger [email protected] Ext. 1Program Coordinator: Sara Powers [email protected] Ext. 4Government Relations Manager: Donald L. Smith, III Ext. 6 [email protected]

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Pennsylvania Pharmacist (ISSN 0031-4633) is the official publication of the Pennsylvania Pharmaceutical Association d/b/a Pennsylvania Pharmacists Association and is published every other month, six times per year. Annual subscription is $100 for non-members; for members it is included in the annual dues. Editorial information should be addressed to the PPA address listed above. Peer reviewed articles accepted according to the stated guidelines available from PPA.

Editorial Board:Tara L. Pummer, PharmD, ChairmanHershey S. Bell, M.D., M.S., FAAFPStephanie Smith Cooney, PharmDBernard Graham, PhDBrian S. Plager, RPh, MBAAssociate Editor: Erica BrandtEditor/Manager: Pat Epple

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Pharmacist State Board of Pharmacy Members:Edward J. Bechtel, R.Ph. – Independent CommunityGayle A. Cotchen, PharmD., MBA – InstitutionalPauline Montgomery, R.Ph. – Independent CommunityTheresa M. Talbott, R.Ph. – Chain CommunityMark J. Zilner, R.Ph. – Chain Community

2013 Board of Pharmacy Meeting Dates:July 16, August 20, September 17, October 15, November 19, December 10

Our VisionPennsylvania pharmacists will be recognized, engaged, and fairly compensated as health-care providers.

Our MissionThe Pennsylvania Pharmacists Association, as the leading voice of pharmacy, promotes the profession through advocacy, education, and communication to enhance patient care and public health.

DepartmentsMessage from the President . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Calendar of Events . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Member News . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

New Members . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

FeaturesFinancial Forum

Eight Tips For Planning Your Retirement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Pharmacy and the Law

No Refills On Saturday . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Community Pharmacy Spotlight

Altobelli Community Pharmacy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

PPA Member Profile

Gregg S . Teitel Pharm .D . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Profiles in Pharmacy Innovation

Mary Grisnik-Kaup, PharmD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Residency Profiles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Pharmacy Time Capsules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

PPA Educational Foundation Grants . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Association NewsWhere Are They Now

Updates From PPA Interns . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Pharmacy Technician Corner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

PPA Welcomes New Communications Coordinator . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

PPA Member Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

PharmPAC Quickfacts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

American Pharmacists Month . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Student Pennsylvania Pharmacists Association

(SPPA) / Student Advisory Board . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

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• An outline/plan to implement a 10 - 15 minute vaccination process

• Guidance to help you and your staff perform efficient, compliant and professional immunizations

• Instructions for properly documenting and recording physicians’ standing orders

• Emergency Protocols for anaphylactic reactions

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Message from the President

I hope that this message finds everyone enjoying a happy and

healthy summer. What a wonderful time of the year to share an outing or vacations with friends and family. For myself, as August approaches I start to think a little less about the state of my golf swing and more about getting into the “swing” of the upcoming pharmacy year.

We started the season off with a great Board Leadership Retreat/Strategic Planning Meeting July 26th at Toftrees Resort in State College, Pa. My special thanks to the PPA staff, Board of Directors, university deans, students, and all who made this event a great success again this year. Some topics addressed at the Strategic Planning meeting include: our Strategic Plan, statewide MTM Network, membership recruitment, PPA magazine, and our website. These topics are diverse and an example of how the Board continues to provide thorough and comprehensive oversight of the management for the organization.

Just a reminder: Please don’t forget 2 important events this fall. First is the PPA Convention in Gettysburg Pa Sept 26-29. We

have a well structured program for you, which includes CE’s, networking opportunities, and social events. Call PPA at 717-234-6151 or visit www.papharmacists.com/annualconference to register. Please plan to attend and be challenged!!

October, of course, is Pharmacists Month. What a wonderful opportunity to highlight our role on the healthcare team and promote the pharmacist as a strong patient advocate. This can be accomplished by a number of means both large and small. Perhaps a brown bag medication day would work, or an immunization clinic or

a presentation to a local civic organization. On a personal note, in the past, I gave out gift bags to local health care providers, business associates, community groups, and assisted living homes. How about placing a newspaper ad or sponsoring a radio spot to raise local awareness? Let today be the day you take action. More information can be found at pharmacist.com

I promise to keep you informed and up to date as the year progresses.

See you in Gettysburg!

J. Scott Miskovsky, RPh PPA President 2013-2014

R.J. Hedges & Associates’ Pharmacy Immunization Compliance Policy and Procedure Program includes:• Easy to read and follow policies and procedures with necessary documents needed to implement an immunization program

• An outline/plan to implement a 10 - 15 minute vaccination process

• Guidance to help you and your staff perform efficient, compliant and professional immunizations

• Instructions for properly documenting and recording physicians’ standing orders

• Emergency Protocols for anaphylactic reactions

• A Bloodborne Pathogen Plan that meets the 2013 OSHA standards

• A Hazard Communication Plan that meets the 2013 OSHA standards

• Policies and Procedures meet the 2013 CDC recommendations

• Facility Safety Program

• Computer-Based Training Videos

• Workflow management

What’s The Advantage? • Protects your pharmacy and your pharmacist license

• Have a safety net for compliance

• Providing immunizations will generate more traffic into your pharmacy, thus increasing OTC, retail and prescription sales

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R.J. Hedges & Associates

Do you have the right steps in place to administer immunizations?

Are your Standing Orders and Emergency Protocols signed by a physician?

If a patient has an adverse reaction, do you have a policy and procedure manual to provide to your insurance company?

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For Orders or More Information:Phone: 724-357-8380 Email: [email protected]: www.RJHedges.com/immunizations

“We are impressed by the unique workRJ Hedges & Associates is doing to keep

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Calendar of Events September 22-24 ACCP Annual Meeting, Bethesda, MD 26-29 PPA Annual Conference, Gettysburg, PA 26 PPA Board of Directors October American Pharmacists Month 1-4 ACPE CPE 2013 Conference, Minneapolis, MN 12-13 NASPA Fall Meeting, Orlando, FL 12-16 NCPA Annual Conference, Orlando, FL 16-18 AMCP Educational Conference, San Antonio, TX 20-27 National Hospital and Health-System Pharmacy Week 22 National Pharmacy Technician Day November 20-22 ASCP Annual Meeting & Exhibition, Seattle, WA 21 PPA Board of Directors December 8-12 ASHP Mid Year Clinical Meeting, Orlando, FL January 21 Pennsylvania State Board of Pharmacy Meeting 23-26 PPA Mid-Year Conference, Bedford, PA 26 PPA Board of Directors February 5-8 IACP Educational Conference, Ft. Lauderdale, FL 18 Pennsylvania State Board of Pharmacy MeetingFor additional events and PPA committee meetings be sure to see our Calendar of Events on the PPA website!

Thank You to Our Corporate PartnersThese companies support PPA activities throughout the year.

On Our CoverBelow are descriptions of the

photos featured on the cover of this issue:

From Left to Right: University of Pittsburgh Pharmacy Students, PPA President J. Scott Miskovsky’s Red Cross Pharmacy, University of Pittsburgh Pharmacy Students at Rite Aid, Pharmacy Students from Wilkes, Pharmacy Student from Rite Aid, Photo from Millennium Pharmacy Systems, University of Pittsburgh Pharmacy Students at Rite Aid, 2013 APhA American Pharmacists Month Logo.

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provided materials and a link to PPA’s Immunization Locator, www.papharmacists.com/immunize, where patients and providers can search for immunizing pharmacists by county.

If you are a pharmacy and would like to be included in the PPA Immunization Locator, please email [email protected].

Speaking Up for Pharmacist Provided Immunization Age Expansion-

Chuck Kray, of Hershey Pharmacy, was on WITF’s Smart Talk Radio earlier this week talking about why it makes sense

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Member NewsPharmacist Presents at Immunization Conference June 21, 2013

Adam C. Welch, PharmD, MBA, BCACP recently

presented an update on the role of pharmacists in immunization delivery. The presentation was part of the 19th Annual Pennsylvania Immunization Conference, held at the Crowne Plaza in Wyomissing, PA hosted by the Pennsylvania Immunization Coalition. With nearly 300 nurses, physicians, medical assistants, and pharmacists in attendance, the presentation discussed the education and training needed for pharmacists to be involved with vaccines. Welch also made reference during the presentation to the House Bill [HB 776] that would expand the age range of patients that pharmacists can vaccinate. He cited that pharmacists could fill a need in the community by finishing series or boosters of vaccines such as human papillomavirus and meningococcal that would otherwise be lost to follow-up in the current system. “In Pennsylvania, only 41% of teenage females are completing their 3-dose series of the HPV vaccine,” Welch said, “which provides an opportunity for pharmacists to assist in public health efforts when patients aren’t completing their follow-up appointments with their primary care providers”. Welch also

to permit pharmacists to provide immunizations to those younger than 18 years of age. A playback of his discussion can be found on the PPA website under Legislative and Political News Briefs.

Dr. Kristin Ball Motley was recently featured in the Franklin Mint Federal Credit Union publication titled Choices. The article discusses her passion for solving the prescription drug problem. As a pharmacist and patient advocate, Kristin is dedicated to helping those without insurance — or without enough insurance — get the medicines they need at affordable costs. z


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Planning financially for retirement may feel

overwhelming. For some, that feeling is what keeps them from really focusing on and implementing a plan. If you haven’t started planning for your retirement – do yourself a favor and make TODAY the day you begin.1. The earlier the better.

Time is definitely one of your greatest allies. A person who begins contributing a modest amount to a retirement plan in their early twenties could end up on par with someone who contributes much more aggressively but does not start until their mid-thirties. Even if you have to start small, start now. Whatever amount you can afford to set aside for later, do it – and let it grow. If you don’t have the luxury of starting young, don’t waste time worrying about it. Start now. You’ll never again be younger than you are today.

2. Be smart about what you’ll need.Yes, it’s true – the senior

discount is alive and well, and the general cost of living may be less for those who have retired. But don’t forget, there are other costs to consider. Your healthcare costs, for example, may be greater in retirement simply because you’re

not as healthy as you were in your youth. Additionally, you’ll want to take inflation into account. If you plan your retirement based on the cost of living and income of your 30’s, by the time you hit your retirement years, you may find you greatly underestimated your needs.

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Eight Tips For Planning Your Retirement A few simple steps to help you get started on the right foot

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No Refills On Saturday

Pat was working a long shift on Saturday at the Anytown

Pharmacy. He was hoping for an uneventful day. Sometime after lunch, Mrs. Jones came in for a refill of her Keppra. When Pat looked at Mrs. Jones’ profile, he saw that there weren’t any refills remaining. To make matters worse, Mrs. Jones’ physician, Dr. Brown, had just recently retired and closed his practice. With no refills left and no one to call, Pat’s afternoon just got longer.

The solution to Pat’s dilemma depends on his state’s pharmacy laws. Many states have regulations that deal with situations where no additional refills are authorized. In the old days, many pharmacists would give the patient enough medication to get them through until Monday when the physician’s office opened. However, there was no legal authority for doing this. That is not always true today.

Consider this excerpt from a statute from Ohio that allows a pharmacist to dispense medication when a prescription is out of refills;(3) In the exercise of the

pharmacist’s professional judgment:

(a) The drug is essential to sustain the life of the patient or continue therapy for a chronic condition of the patient.

(b) Failure to dispense or sell the drug to the patient could result in harm to the health of the patient.

(4) The amount of the drug that is dispensed or sold under this section does not exceed a seventy-two hour supply as provided in the prescription. If Pat was practicing in Ohio

and believed that the Keppra was needed to continue therapy for Mrs. Jones’ chronic condition, then Pat could dispense a 72 hour supply. If Pat was practicing in Iowa, then a similar law would apply. The relevant parts are;

2. A pharmacist may exercise professional judgment by refilling a prescription without prescriber authorization if all of the following are true:a. The pharmacist is unable to

contact the prescriber after reasonable effort.

b. Failure to refill the prescription might result in an interruption of therapeutic regimen or create patient suffering.

c. The pharmacist informs the patient or the patient’s representative at the time of dispensing, and the practitioner at the earliest convenience that prescriber reauthorization is required.

The major difference is that the quantity is not limited to a

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until she can make an appointment with her new physician. The first lesson we can learn from Pat’s dilemma is to make sure that we are familiar with our own state’s laws and regulations and to know where to look for these answers.

What if we aren’t lucky enough to practice in a state where laws have been passed to address these situations? We, as well as Pat, are then faced with a legal and ethical dilemma. We are forced to use our professional judgment. Any further dispensing, which is a violation, must be weighed against the potential harm to Mrs. Jones. Is the medication essential to Mrs. Jones’ health? Is she likely to suffer harm if she goes without her Keppra? Essentially, this is performing the triage required in Ohio and Iowa.

What is the correct answer? That will depend on the circumstances presented. A pharmacist can’t be forced to break the law, that is, to dispense a prescription drug without a valid prescription . But there could be circumstances where the pharmacist might want to put the patient’s welfare ahead of their own. That is the exercise of one’s professional judgment. That exercise will be easier and less stressful

72 hour supply. The limitation is for a period of time reasonably necessary to secure an authorization. In contrast, Alaska doesn’t have a similar provision. In fact, their regulation says;

If there are no refill instructions on the prescription drug order, or if all refills authorized on the original prescription drug order have been dispensed, a pharmacist shall obtain authorization from the prescribing practitioner before dispensing a refill.

But remember, Pat’s dilemma is a little more complicated than these laws address. Pat has no one to call on Monday morning; Dr. Brown has retired. Again, depending on state law, Pat may have his answer. Iowa has a regulation that provides; Prescription drug orders and medication orders shall be valid as long as a prescriber/patient relationship exists. Once the prescriber/patient relationship is broken and the prescriber is no longer available to treat the patient or oversee the patient’s use of a prescription drug, the order loses its validity and the pharmacist, on becoming aware of the situation, shall cancel the order and any remaining refills. The pharmacist shall, however, exercise prudent judgment based upon individual circumstances to ensure that the patient is able to obtain a sufficient amount of the prescribed drug to continue treatment until the patient can reasonably obtain the service of another prescriber and a new order can be issued.

In this situation, Pat has little anxiety taking care of Mrs. Jones

to perform if the pharmacist is prepared with a knowledge of their own state’s laws and regulations. z

© Don R. McGuire Jr., R.Ph.,

J.D., is General Counsel, Senior Vice President, Risk Management & Compliance at Pharmacists Mutual Insurance Company.

This article discusses general principles of law and risk management. It is not intended as legal advice. Pharmacists should consult their own attorneys and insurance companies for specific advice. Pharmacists should be familiar with policies and procedures of their employers and insurance companies, and act accordingly.


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8. Get help.These retirement tips are

intended to help you get started down a path toward, potentially, a more successful retirement. But they’re just that – a starting point. While it’s definitely important to educate yourself and understand your finances, seeking the assistance of a financial professional may be one of the best moves you could make. z

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you earn in matching contributions (up to the maximum allowable amount). Think of it this way – if your employer offers a 50% match, then for every $100 you don’t contribute, you’re missing out on $50 in “free money”. You’re also missing out on the growth potential of that money as well.

6. Do the math.This might be the most

important retirement tip of all. Block off some time to sit down and do some calculations. Consider the different levels of contributions you could make and calculate how far those could take you by the time you reach retirement. Once you see what you COULD achieve, you may be more motivated to increase your contributions.

7. Trim the fat.Keep careful track of your

spending for one month (if you bank online, you may have access to tools that help you do this). After one full month, sit down and take a careful look at what you spent money on. Did it all make sense? Was some of it frivolous? Any regrets? Taking a close look at exactly where your money is going is often the best way to discover areas that need improvement, and ways you could adjust your spending habits. Add up all the money you feel you spent unnecessarily, then add that amount to the contribution math you did previously … how much further might that extra monthly contribution have taken you?

3. Be smart about how long you’ll need it.When Social Security was

being developed, in the 1930’s, a male retiring in the United States was really only expected to live about 12 years past his date of retirement.1 However, the average life expectancy of a United States citizen has risen fairly steadily throughout the last fifty years.2 Depending on when you retire, you may need to plan for 20 or more years of income.

4. Take advantage of tax-deferred contributions.It sounds like a no-brainer, but

sometimes people determine how much they can afford to contribute to a retirement account based on their net income, rather than their gross income. You may decide you can only afford $50 less per paycheck, net. But remember that some contributions, like those to your 401(k) for example, may be made with pre-tax dollars. That means you can afford to contribute a bit more from your gross income and still only “miss” $50 from your net income. This is an important consideration.

5. Take advantage of matching contributions.If your employer offers a

401(k) match – consider scrimping here and there in order to take maximum advantage of it. It’s a very positive domino effect. The more you contribute, the more

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Since 1979, Choice Health Services has been centered on

one thing: Family. “Caring For You Like Family”

has been Choice’s motto since its beginning days in 1979, when Andrew Altobelli, R.Ph., his wife Susan and children Jennifer and Matthew, bought East Berlin Pharmacy on West King Street in East Berlin. In those days, and for six years after, Andrew was the only pharmacist on staff. His family lived above the pharmacy while he worked 68 hours a week.

“We are a servant to the public,” Andrew said. “We provide what is needed to be helpful.”

Living upstairs and working in the pharmacy since she was old enough to “wipe a shelf” inspired Andrew’s daughter, Jennifer DeRienzo, to become a pharmacist as well. Today Jennifer is part owner and works at the family’s fourth pharmacy, Choice Family Pharmacy in McSherrystown.

Sitting in with Jennifer and Andrew at the interview is Andrew’s youngest grandson Mario. Jennifer works part time at Choice Family Pharmacy. Jennifer along with her husband Phil, also a full time pharmacist at East Berlin Pharmacy, are carrying on a family tradition by balancing work and raising 6 children. Upon graduating from Duquesne Mylan School of Pharmacy in 2001 Jennifer left for a year residency in Tennessee.


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“At that time Tennessee Pharmacies were able to provide services such as Immunizations, which could not be done in Pennsylvania because of state law.” Jennifer said.

After coming back to Pennsylvania, Jennifer brought new ideas to her family’s pharmacy. Today Jennifer and her staff have developed unique services to meet the needs of their community.

When East Berlin Pharmacy first opened it was a struggling pharmacy.

“We tried to give it our best efforts,” Andrew said. “We hated to turn someone away.”

Today, East Berlin Pharmacy and the rest of Choice Health Services still focus on providing everything they can for their customers. Andrew likes to call his pharmacies the ‘one stop shop’.

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“One call does it all,” Andrew said. “We provide whatever doctors, nursing facilities, and patients need—whether it is oxygen, compounding, or IV therapy.”

In the 1990s Andrew got a “surge of energy” as he likes to call it and took on the tasks of opening two more pharmacies, Choice Apothecary and Choice Family Pharmacy.

Choice Apothecary opened in 1996, located less than a mile away from East Berlin Pharmacy, and is a smaller pharmacy that focuses on prescription and nonprescription medicine. The Manager of Choice Apothecary, Tina Hausner, PharmD., who Andrew still describes as the 13 year old who asked questions after a 4H group presentation on pharmacy. As a result Tina has worked for Andrew for 17 years. Tina, like Andrew, believes in the family aspect of the business, emphasizing that her customers come first.

“It is a family atmosphere, we see generations of families that come through these doors,” Hausner said.

Choice Family Pharmacy opened in 1998. Similar to Tina, Amber Rupp, Assistant Manager of Choice Family Pharmacy, has been working for Andrew for 15 years. Amber, a Hospice Consultant, was instrumental in developing programs for immunizations and blood pressure screenings. In addition to their traditional community roles as pharmacists,

Amber and Jennifer continue to develop new programs for the Choice Family Pharmacy community.

Choice Family Pharmacy also specializes in compounding. Aided by the Professional Compounding Center of America (PCCA), Choice Family Pharmacy can make specialty medications, not offered commercially, that benefit the special needs of their patients.

In 1997, Andrew made the executive decision to combine Choice Health Care and Choice Critical Care, along with Choice Family Pharmacy into one location. Choice Critical Care opened in 1992 and is a closed shop pharmacy, where staff custom package medication to help long-term care facilities provide medication to their residents in a customized dispensing system.

“We try to match the dispensing system with what the facility needs or desires,” Andrew said.

Choice Critical Care also provides infusion therapy to meet patient needs in a long-term care facility or at home

Choice Health Care opened in 1993; Andrew’s wife Susan Altobelli manages Choice Health Care with her Durable Medical Equipment

trained staff. Recognizing that their patients want to stay in their homes as they grow older, Choice Health Care provides patients a complete network of highly trained and experienced personnel, ready to coordinate Respiratory Therapy, medical equipment and surgical supplies.

For 34 years Andrew has made it his life’s mission to do whatever he can for his patients and their families. From working 68 hours a week to sharing the reigns with his daughter, Andrew enjoys the business, professional, and teaching aspect of the pharmacy world. In 2009, Andrew received PPA’s first Preceptor of the Year Award.

“I try to set a good example for students,” Andrew said. “When they do a rotation with us they go to every site. I try to show them every aspect of the profession, so they can find out what they are passionate about.”

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Phil DeRienzo, Jennifer DeRienzo, Andrew Altobelli, R.Ph.

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Whom do you consider a mentor and why: “Robert Schreiber —he is a long time practicing pharmacist who is respected for his knowledge of the profession and for caring for his patients unselfishly. Bob is very straightforward, he provides you with the coaching and knowledge you will need in this profession.”

What is something most people don’t know about you: “I consider myself mechanically inclined. In high school I worked as an electrician’s apprentice, and learned the trade. Because of this I can wire an entire house.” z

PPA Member Profile: Gregg S. Teitel Pharm.D.

Practice Site: Burns PharmacyPPA Member Since: 2009Education: Pre pharmacy years:

Muhlenberg College; Bachelor’s of Science: Temple University; Doctorate of Pharmacy: University of Sciences

What made you choose the profession of pharmacy: “It goes back to my childhood—I was exposed to hospitals and physicians because I had asthma. I then worked in retail pharmacy before going to college. At Muhlenberg I considered the medical field because of my interests in chemistry so I decided to pursue pharmacy. I had always been attracted to pharmacy because I had a good experience at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital. I also had a variety of pharmaceutical jobs which allowed me to have more opportunities and I had more of a choice of the type of practice I went into.”

What made you decide to join PPA: “I’m a big proponent of being involved in the profession. When I worked in different settings I would join organizations that applied to the job I was working in. I also always enjoyed PPA meetings and talking to the leaders about current issues that were going on in the pharmacy world.”

How has PPA helped you professionally: “I was the Southeast Membership Coordinator from 2009-2011. I am also on the Membership Committee. PPA has also helped me establish and maintain relationships with pharmacists and people in the pharmacy world. It has also allowed me to understand the political side of pharmacy in the state of Pennsylvania.”

What was the most memorable experience of your career: “Helping patients—reaching out to those who did have resources but needed my help anyway. A few years ago I was helping a patient

in his early 20s who had a chronic illness. His insurance ran out and wasn’t going to be back until the end of the week, but he needed his medications. I took a risk and lent them money in order for him to get his medications.

At the end of the week when his insurance was reinstated he returned the money to me.”

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physician and pharmacist team is crucial and I believe this is where our healthcare system is moving as a whole for patient care.” z

pharmacists we are the most easily accessible healthcare provider in the community, by having our automation it allows us more time to be available to our patients.”

Advice for others: “You need to find something you are passionate about. The profession will change and it requires a lot more skill. Once you find your passion you need to make that service available in your pharmacy and store. Also, it is important to develop relationships with other healthcare providers in order to offer optimal care for the patient. The patient,

Profiles in Pharmacy Innovation: Mary Grisnik-Kaup, PharmD

Education: Duquesne Mylan School of Pharmacy

Name of Practice Site and Location: RxXpress Grove City, PA

Site Description: Retail pharmacy owned by Grisnik’s family

Innovative Service Provided: “We find that medication management and adherence is crucial for optimal patient health outcomes. By enrolling patients into our medication management program, the patient and/or caregiver know that the patient is receiving the right medication and the right dose at the correct time. Medication is dispensed in easy open strip packaging, allotting up to six medications per pack in a morning, lunch, evening, or bedtime package. We also make sure that all medications are compatible with one another before we allow them to be taken at the same time. In addition to medication therapy management RxXpress is also a compounding pharmacy that can provide medication for both humans and animals. We do custom hormone replacement therapy, wound care, pain management, as well as facial skin care analysis.”

Why they chose to advance their practice: “We are very technologically advanced in dispensing, which allows our pharmacists to have more time to spend counseling patients and identify their healthcare needs. As

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Sara Ahmed, PharmD., Philadelphia VA Medical Center, PGY1

Graduate of: Philadelphia College of Pharmacy2013

Year: 2013

Jenny T. Au, PharmD., Temple University Hospital, PGY1

Graduate of: Shenandoah University School of Pharmacy

Year: 2013

Maleeha Bader, PharmD., Critical Care Systems Inc, PGY1

Graduate of: Thomas Jefferson University, Jefferson School of

Pharmacy Year: 2013

Sarian A. Bangura, PharmD., Duquesne University/The Center for Pharmacy Services, PGY1

Graduate of: University of Maryland Eastern Shore Year: 2013

Tom Bateman, PharmD., Duquesne University & Giant Eagle Pharmacy, PGY1

Graduate of: Philadelphia College

of Pharmacy Year: 2013

Derek Bremmer, PharmD., UPMC - Presbyterian Shadyside, PGY1

Graduate of: South Carolina College of

Pharmacy Year: 2013

Teresa Breslin PharmD., UPMC St. Margaret, PGY1

Graduate of: Wayne State University Year: 2013

Sarah Brinley PharmD., Geisinger Health System, PGY1

Graduate of: University of Pittsburgh School of Pharmacy

Year: 2013

Deanna Buehrle PharmD., UPMC Mercy Hospital, PGY1

Graduate of: Duquesne University Year: 2012

Claire Caracciolo PharmD., Acme Sav-on Pharmacy, PGY1

Graduate of: University of the Sciences in Philadelphia

Year: 2013

Gregory Castelli PharmD., UPMC St. Margaret, PGY2

Graduate of: Wilkes University Year: 2012

Residency Profiles

Yongjie Chen PharmD., PerformRx, PGY1

Graduate of: Rutgers University Year: 2013

Sean Chitwood PharmD., UPMC Health, PGY1

Graduate of: Mercer University (PharmD & MBA) Year: 2013

Hailey (Ji Hyui) Choi PharmD., Center for Pharmacy Care, Duquesne University, PGY1


Christo Cimino PharmD., Penn Presbyterian Medical Center, PGY1

Graduate of: Philadelphia College of Pharmacy Year: 2013

Cari Cline PharmD., Penn State Hershey Medical Center, PGY1

Graduate of: University of Pittsburgh Year: 2013

Natasha Conley PharmD., Wilkes-Barre VA Medical Center, PGY1

Graduate of: University of Kentucky Year: 2013


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PPA had an overwhelming response this year from residents wishing to be featured in our Pennsylvania Residency Profile. Thank you to everyone who made a submission. Our residents are achieving great things and we are proud to feature them in our publication. Full profile listings can be found at www.papharmacists.com/residencies.


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Jessica Cprek PharmD.,Temple University Hospital, PGY1

Graduate of: Temple University School of

Pharmacy Year: 2013

Marie Davies, PharmD., MS, University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, PGY2

Graduate of: Campbell University College of

Pharmacy & Health Sciences Year: 2012

Michael C. Dejos PharmD., Saint Joseph Medical Center, PGY1


Armisha Desai PharmD., Allegheny General Hospital, PGY2

Graduate of: University of Michigan College of Pharmacy Year: 2011

Sarah Deutsch PharmD., Walgreens Specialty Pharmacy and Duquesne University, PGY1


Cassandra Dolecki PharmD., Allegheny General Hospital, PGY2

Graduate of: LECOM School of Pharmacy Year: 2012

Sarah Dombrowski PharmD., UPMC St. Margaret, PGY2

Graduate of: University of Pittsburgh School of Pharmacy Year: 2012

Bradley Dudeck, PharmD., Moses Taylor Hospital, PGY1

Graduate of: Wilkes University Nesbitt School of Pharmacy

Year: 2013

Gregory Fakelmann PharmD., Allegheny Health Network, PGY1

Graduate of: Ernest Mario School of Pharmacy, Rutgers

University Year: 2013

Lauren Finoli, PharmD., Allegheny General Hospital, PGY1

Joseph Favatella PharmD., Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania, PGY1

Graduate of: Ernest Mario School of

Pharmacy, Rutgers University Year: 2013

Chelsea Fitzgerald PharmD., Geisinger Medical Center, PGY1


Kristin Franks, PharmD., Second Year Academic and Research Fellowship


Justina O. Frimpong, PharmD., Saint Joseph Medical Center, PGY1

Graduate of: Philadelphia College of Pharmacy

University of the Sciences Year: 2013

Paul Furler PharmD., Lancaster General Hospital, PGY1

Graduate of: Temple University School of Pharmacy Year: 2013

Michael Geishauser PharmD., Conemaugh Health System, PGY1

Graduate of: Duquesne University – Mylan School of Pharmacy

Year: 2013

Danielle Haas PharmD., Moses Taylor Hospital, PGY1


Rita Habib PharmD., Allegheny General Hospital, PGY1

Graduate of: Ernest Mario School of Pharmacy, Rutgers


Genevieve M. Hale PharmD., UPMC Presbyterian Shadyside, PGY1

Graduate of: Nova Southeastern University

Year: 2013

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Melissa Jankoviak PharmD., Einstein Medical Center, PGY1


Amanda S. Johnson PharmD., University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, PGY2

Graduate of: University of Pittsburgh School of

Pharmacy Year: 2012

Priscilla Ko PharmD., UPMC St. Margaret, Aspinwall/Pittsburgh, PGY1

Graduate of: Texas Tech University Health

Sciences Center Year: 2013

Nicole Kovacic PharmD., Temple University Hospital, PGY1


Nadia Kudla PharmD., UPMC St. Margaret, PGY1


Margaret LaBuz PharmD., Hartzell’s Pharmacy, PGY1

Graduate of: Wilkes University Nesbit School of Pharmacy

Year: 2013

Jordan Hill PharmD., VA Pittsburgh Healthcare System, PGY1

Graduate of: West Virginia University Year: 2013

Lucas Hill PharmD., UPMC Saint Margaret, PGY1

Graduate of: University of Missouri – Kansas City Year: 2013

Ashleigh Hogue, PharmD., UPMC Presbyterian, PGY2


Krisoula Horiates PharmD., Penn State Milton S. Hershey Medical Center, PGY1

Graduate of: Rutgers University Ernest Mario

School of Pharmacy Year: 2013

Nicholas J. Hurrey PharmD., Penn Presbyterian Medical Center, PGY1

Graduate of: University of the Sciences

Year: 2013

Michael Jaecks PharmD., Einstein Medical Center, PGY1


Ashley Janis PharmD., Allegheny General Hospital, PGY2

Graduate of: The James L. Winkle College of Pharmacy, University

of Cincinnati Year: 2012

Justin Harris PharmD., University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, PGY2


Chelsea Harrison PharmD., UPMC Presbyterian Shadyside, PGY1

Graduate of: Duquesne University Mylan

School of Pharmacy Year: 2013

Lindsay Harter PharmD., Abington Memorial Hospital, PGY1

Graduate of: Thomas Jefferson University – Jefferson School of

Pharmacy Year: 2013

Amy Haver PharmD., UPMC St. Margaret, PGY2


Ashley Hedges PharmD., UPMC Presbyterian Shadyside, PGY1

Graduate of: UNC Eshelman School of Pharmacy Year: 2013

Brandon Herk PharmD., Allegheny General Hospital, PGY1


Ashley Higbea PharmD., University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, PGY1

Graduate of: Virginia Commonwealth University School of

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Jennifer Niccolai PharmD., Allegheny General Hospital, PGY2

Graduated: 2012

Robert Nietupski PharmD., Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania, PGY1



Casmir Ogbonna, Pharm.D, MBA. Philadelphia VA Medical Center, PGY1

Graduate of: Temple University Year: 2007

Kristine Ossman PharmD., University of Pittsburgh School of Pharmacy and Rite Aid, PGY1

Graduate of: St. John Fisher College Wegmans School of Pharmacy Year: 2013

Diwura Owolabi PharmD., Allegheny General Hospital, PGY1

Graduate of: University of Maryland Year: 2013

Jasmine Patel PharmD., Einstein Medical Center, PGY-1


Megha Patel PharmD., Temple University Hospital, PGY1


Lindsay McCartney PharmD., VA Pittsburgh Healthcare System, PGY1


Sean McGonigle PharmD., Allegheny General Hospital, PGY1


Candis McGraw PharmD., Einstein Medical Center, PGY1


Arpit Mehta PharmD., Allegheny General Hospital, PGY2

Evdokia Metaxas PharmD., Philadelphia VA Medical Center, PGY1



Kimberly Miller PharmD., Allegheny General Hospital, PGY2


Laura Modafferi PharmD., Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania, PGY1

Graduate of: Temple University School of

Pharmacy Year: 2010

Christine Lam PharmD., Lehigh Valley Health Network, PGY1


Victoria Lippert PharmD., Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center, PGY1

Graduate of: LECOM School of Pharmacy

Year: 2013

Lauren Long PharmD., Allegheny General Hospital, PGY1


Adam MacLasco PharmD., UPMC Presbyterian Shadyside, PGY1

Graduate of: Northeastern


Kasey Malotte PharmD., Duquesne University, PGY1


Vanessa Markle PharmD., Geisinger Health System, PGY1

Graduate of: Wilkes University Year: 2013

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Gary Tedesco PharmD., Preferred Primary Care Physicians, Academic and Research Fellowship


Stephanie Thomas PharmD., Erie VA Medical Center, PGY1

Graduate of: University at Buffalo Year: 2013

Kim P. To PharmD., Temple University Hospital PGY1


Robert Tunney PharmD., UPMC Mercy Hospital, PGY1

Graduate of: Duquesne University Mylan School of Pharmacy

Year: 2013

Elyse Weitzman PharmD., Allegheny General Hospital, PGY1


Arin Whitman PharmD., UPMC Mercy, PGY1


Laura Samide PharmD., Penn State Milton S. Hershey Medical Center, PGY1

Graduate of: University of the Sciences in

Philadelphia Year: 2011

Nicholas C. Schwier PharmD., University of Pittsburgh Medical Center/School of Pharmacy, PGY2

Graduate of: St. John Fisher College – Wegmans School of Pharmacy Year: 2012

Evan Slagle PharmD., York Hospital, PGY1

Graduate of: Jefferson School of Pharmacy Year: 2013

Katie Stegura PharmD., Reading Health System Reading Hospital, PGY1


Sharnae Stevens PharmD., The Reading Hospital and Medical Center, PGY1

Graduate of: Mass. College of Pharmacy

and Health Sciences Year: 2013

Meghan N. Tauber PharmD., CVS Caremark ], PGY1

Graduate of: University of Minnesota College of Pharmacy Year: 2013

Sheetal Patil PharmD., Lancaster General Hospital, PGY1


Aaron J. Pickering PharmD., UPMC Presbyterian-Shadyside, PGY2


Josh Prichard PharmD., Philadelphia VA Medical Center

Graduate of: Thomas Jefferson School of Pharmacy Year: 2013

Braden P. Rall PharmD., Abington Memorial Hospital, PGY1

Graduate of: Mass. College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences

Year: 2013

Zineb Rhim PharmD., Allegheny General Hospital, PGY1

Graduate of: University of Cincinnati Year: 2013

Mary Riedy PharmD., Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh of UPMC, PGY1


Sarah L. Rindfuss PharmD., UPMC St. Margaret, PGY1

Graduate of: University of Pittsburgh School of Pharmacy Year:

2013



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Adrian Wong PharmD., UPMC Presbyterian, PGY2

Graduate of: Northeastern University Year: 2012

Nicole Willis PharmD., Wilkes-Barre VA Medical Center, PGY1

Graduate of: Wilkes University Nesbitt School of Pharmacy

Year: 2013

Amanda P. Wojtusik PharmD., UPMC St. Margaret, PGY2

Graduate of: University of Rhode Island College of Pharmacy

Year: 2012

G. Lucy Wilkening PharmD., Western Psychiatric Institute and Clinic of UPMC, PGY1

Graduate of: Southwestern Oklahoma State University College of Pharmacy Year: 2012

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Pharmacy Time Capsules2013 (Third Quarter)By: Dennis B. Worthen, PhD, Cincinnati, OH

1988—Twenty-five years ago: American College of Physicians called for enhanced education in rational therapeutics including “increased communication with pharmacists, as health care professionals with particular knowledge in this area.”

RU-486 (mifepristone) first marketed in France as a safe and effective method of early abortion

1963—Fifty Years Ago: Oncovin (vincristine), an alkaloid derived from rosy periwinkle, was used as a folk medicine for diabetes. Eli Lilly & Co discovered it to be an effective treatment for several forms of leukemia.

1938—Seventy-five Years Ago: OAPhA undertook a national campaign to work with dental associations and dentists to increase appropriate prescribing.

1913—One hundred Years Ago: University of Puerto Rico formed

One of a series contributed by the American Institute of the History of Pharmacy, a unique non-profit society dedicated to assuring that the contributions of your profession endure as a part of America’s history. Membership offers the satisfaction of helping continue this work on behalf of pharmacy, and brings five or more historical publications to your door each year. To learn more, check out: www.aihp.org

PPA Educational Foundation GrantsThe PPA Educational Foundation will award up to four grants in 2014, with a maximum amount of $1,000 per awarded grant. Grants may be used for projects targeted toward patient care by pharmacists and innovative activity around pharmacy practice. The purpose of the grants is to encourage exploration of innovative and best pharmacy practices, especially those which focus on patient-centered services or which offer some patient benefit.

The Foundation will hold a pre-submission, optional webinar for interested applicants on Tuesday, October 1, 2013, at 1:00 p.m. The webinar will be a 20 to 25 minute presentation on the Foundation, the grant program, its goals and objectives, and the application and decision process. There will also be an opportunity for questions. If you are interested in participating in this webinar, please send an email to Pat Epple so access instructions can be sent to you. The pre-submission webinar is optional but many applicants find it very helpful. If you are interested you must register in advance by sending an email to [email protected].

We encourage residents, new practitioners, seasoned practitioners, students, and academia members to apply! It can be a simple, easy way to support a new or ongoing venture of provision of patient care!

Information about Grant Opportunities, the 2013 Grant Announcement, and the Grant Application can be found on the PPA website under Foundation, Grant Programs.


Association News

Updates From PPA Interns-Where Are They Now?PPA

enjoyed having Keith Miller, Molly McBryan, Andrew Santeusanio, and Abbie Morgan intern with us during the 2012-2013 academic year. We thank them for their time and assistance. Please read below for updates on these interns and how they are embarking on their pharmacy careers! Congratulations on graduation!

Keith Miller, PharmD Duquesne University Mylan School of Pharmacy 2013

Future plans: Clinical Pharmacist at BeneCard PBF in Mechanicsburg, PA

Current City: New Cumberland, PA

Other Plans: Adjusting to life after college and continuing to stay active in PPA

Reflections/Advice For Students: Keep working hard through school but also remember to enjoy yourself. This is one of the best

times of your life and everything regarding your career will work out as you hope, if not better. Trust in your networking and diligence and opportunities will find you.

Molly McBryan, PharmD Wilkes University Nesbitt College of Pharmacy Class of 2013

Future: plans: Walgreens Pharmacist in Worcester/Springfield Massachusetts (District 308-Boston West)

Current City: Holden, MA

Other Plans: I plan to explore the Massachusetts area and I am getting married to my fiancé, Christopher Nemeth.

Reflections/Advice For Students: Be involved in pharmacy school and to give different areas of pharmacy a try. It is important to keep your mind open to the many opportunities that may arise.

Andrew David Santeusanio, PharmD University of Pittsburgh School of Pharmacy Class of 2013

Future plans: PGY1 Pharmacy Practice Resident at the Lebanon VA Medical Center

Current City: Hershey, PA

Other Plans: To obtain a clinical position or work in an ambulatory care setting

Reflections/Advice For Students: Diversify your rotation experiences so that you get a more complete overview of pharmacy practice and all of the opportunities available to you.

We have not heard from Abbie Morgan at this time. We hope to bring you her details in the near future! z

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Pharmacy Technician Certification Quick-Study Guide

The American Pharmacists Association (APhA) recently

published a comprehensive overhaul of the Pharmacy Technician Certification Quick-Study Guide. The completely revised 4th edition thoroughly covers all Pharmacy Technician Certification Examination (PTCE) content domains and conveys what exam candidates need to know in a concise outline format. The changes were prompted by the 2012 update to the blueprint that shapes the PTCE.

Pharmacy Technician Certification Quick-Study Guide,

Pharmacy Technician Corner4th edition (ISBN 978-1-58212-188-8; softbound; 229 pages; $32.95 [$26.50 for APhA members]), by Kristin W. Weitzel, PharmD, and William A. Hopkins Jr., PharmD, contains 13 new chapters that review important medical terminology, commonly used medications, herbals and dietary supplements, laws and regulations, compounding, and the medication order entry and fill process. An additional six chapters contain simple, tried-and-true explanations of mathematical concepts, pharmaceutical systems of measurement, dosage calculations, concentrations and pharmacy business calculations.

Sample questions at the end of each chapter reinforce

important concepts and knowledge, and a test of 125 practice questions on PTCE content and pharmaceutical calculations concludes the book. The multiple-choice questions are presented in the same format as PTCE questions. The answer key includes step-by-step instructions for mathematical calculations.

The book may be ordered online, www.pharmacist.com/shop, or by phone, 1-800-878-0729. It will also be available in September as an eBook, ready for download to readers’ preferred device through leading vendors, such as Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Sony and Kobo. z

PPA Welcomes Erica Brandt as Communications Coordinator

Erica Brandt, the Communications Coordinator at the Pennsylvania Pharmacists Association, just started employment in late July. Erica is a graduate of Penn State University where she earned a Bachelor of Arts in Advertising and Public Relations. During her time at Penn State she served on the Public Relations Student Society of America Event Planning Committee. In addition to this, Erica’s work experience includes public relations, advertising and digital media. Outside of work she enjoys spending time with her friends and family, watching college football, reading and walking.


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Member Services

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kits, hundreds of pre-‐written and professionally designed templates and social media posts, and an exclusive offers program make SnapRetail the choice for thousands of retailers looking for a one-‐stop-‐shop for their marketing needs.

Retailers can purchase a subscription to gain access to all of these features. Learn more at www.snapretail.com.

As a PPA Member, Snap Retail offers: • Free educational webinars • $899/yearly subscription fee • $199/first quarter subscription fee • Educational marketing materials • One on one demos/consultations to PPA members • Joint events • Special offers/promotions to PPA members • Dedicated Marketing Consultant

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Join the Mobile Pharmacy Refill Revolution The Pennsylvania Pharmacists Association now offers PocketRx. PocketRx is available from Praeses, a leader in mobile applications for the pharmacy industry. With PocketRx, you are able to offer your pharmacy customers the ability to refill their prescriptions directly from their smartphone. All they need is the RX number and they can place their order while on the move — directly and securely. Features:

• Individually branded for your pharmacy • Free to your customers • User prescription profiles for customers • Integrates to your pharmacy management system

Find out more about this exciting new product. Join our mailing list! Learn more about PocketRx and stay updated on future development. Or contact us today by calling (877) 246-‐8155 and speaking to one of our mobile specialists. www.pocket-‐rx.com

PPOOLLIITTIICCAALL AACCTTIIOONN CCOOMMMMIITTTTEEEE ((PPAACC)) QQUUIICCKK FFAACCTTSS!!

2012 Pennsylvania PAC Expenditures: o PA Insurance Federation: $341,889 o PA Medical Society: $200,746 o PA Hospital & Health System Assn: $154,614 o PA Independence Blue Cross: $124,425 o PA Optometric Assn: $109,550 o PA Dental Assn: $ 77,415 o PA Psychological Assn: $ 55,825 o PA Pharmacists Assn: $ 34,960 o PA Physical Therapy Assn: $ 28,110

The above figures only represent those dollars expended to political candidates and NOT what was contributed by all members to

these organizations.

PPA membership is approximately 2,300.

If each member would make a single contribution equal to the cost of an average dinner out ($25), PPA’s PAC would be at $57,500!

If every one of PPA’s 900 independent owner members made a $100 contribution, PPA’s PAC would be at $90,000! This is a small amount to contribute to protect your interests and livelihood!

A strong PAC is essential to advance our advocacy goals. PPA’s PAC is currently being outspent by over 3-1.

Advocacy is an integral part of PPA’s mission. Your

PharmPAC contributions are more important now than ever!

In the Community Pharmacy Setting

Use a special answering message promoting American Pharmacists Month when you answer your phone, “Thank you for calling. We are celebrating American Pharmacists Month. How can I help you?”

Conduct an Immunization Day, hold a flu clinic, blood pressure clinic or osteoporosis screening. Create a patient care center in your pharmacy.

Hold a week long event of brown bag medication reviews in your pharmacy.

Decorate your pharmacy for the month of October with banners and posters highlighting American Pharmacists Month.

Hold an educational session with snacks at a convenient time, call it “Education & Cookies” and invite the public.

Hold an “open house” at your pharmacy and hand out goody bags with an informational brochure inside.

Give an OTC tour to your patients on how to select the best OTC products for their individual condition.

Invite local students to visit your pharmacy for a class trip and give them a tour of the pharmacy.

American Pharmacists Month October 2013

In honor of October and American Pharmacists Month, PPA is asking members to share their testimonials and celebrate the profession of pharmacy. Now is a time to recognize your pharmacy staff and engage your patients. Share your plans for celebrating and pictures with PPA and we will include them in our bulletins, social media and on our website! We want to hear from you in October!

Hospitals, Institutions, Managed Care & Long Term Care Settings

Place information in your facility’s newsletter about American Pharmacists Month.

Decorate the hospital or institution lobby with posters or displays. Create a lunch tray tent card explaining the goals of the pharmacy and services you offer.

Hold an “open house” for all employees to visit the pharmacy.

Host a visit for your senator or representative and provide him/her with a view of the role of the pharmacist.

Student Pharmacists/Colleges of Pharmacy Create a plan and be prepared to help your part-time employer or rotation site hold activities and events for the month of October.

Create a banner and ask your school to display the banner to promote American Pharmacists Month.

Hold a T-shirt fundraiser at your school in honor of American Pharmacists Month.

Talk to high school students about pharmacy careers.

Write an article for your college newspaper & encourage your fellow student pharmacists to get involved in their state association.

Get Connected with Your Peers During Your Month.


In the Community Pharmacy Setting

Use a special answering message promoting American Pharmacists Month when you answer your phone, “Thank you for calling. We are celebrating American Pharmacists Month. How can I help you?”

Conduct an Immunization Day, hold a flu clinic, blood pressure clinic or osteoporosis screening. Create a patient care center in your pharmacy.

Hold a week long event of brown bag medication reviews in your pharmacy.

Decorate your pharmacy for the month of October with banners and posters highlighting American Pharmacists Month.

Hold an educational session with snacks at a convenient time, call it “Education & Cookies” and invite the public.

Hold an “open house” at your pharmacy and hand out goody bags with an informational brochure inside.

Give an OTC tour to your patients on how to select the best OTC products for their individual condition.

Invite local students to visit your pharmacy for a class trip and give them a tour of the pharmacy.


In honor of October and American Pharmacists Month, PPA is asking members to share their testimonials and celebrate the profession of pharmacy. Now is a time to recognize your pharmacy staff and engage your patients. Share your plans for celebrating and pictures with PPA and we will include them in our bulletins, social media and on our website! We want to hear from you in October!

Hospitals, Institutions, Managed Care & Long Term Care Settings

Place information in your facility’s newsletter about American Pharmacists Month.

Decorate the hospital or institution lobby with posters or displays. Create a lunch tray tent card explaining the goals of the pharmacy and services you offer.

Hold an “open house” for all employees to visit the pharmacy.

Host a visit for your senator or representative and provide him/her with a view of the role of the pharmacist.

Student Pharmacists/Colleges of Pharmacy Create a plan and be prepared to help your part-time employer or rotation site hold activities and events for the month of October.

Create a banner and ask your school to display the banner to promote American Pharmacists Month.

Hold a T-shirt fundraiser at your school in honor of American Pharmacists Month.

Talk to high school students about pharmacy careers.

Write an article for your college newspaper & encourage your fellow student pharmacists to get involved in their state association.


Make sure to Recognize & Honor your Pharmacy Staff during American Pharmacists Month! October is the perfect time for managers and supervisors to show their appreciation for the great work the pharmacy staff does throughout the year. Make an extra effort to recognize pharmacy technicians on National Pharmacy Technician Day, October 22. Thank them for their support and the invaluable contributions they make to the profession.

Please send PPA information on your plans for celebrating American Pharmacists Month. Send us an email at [email protected], post on Facebook and share information on

Twitter! Make sure to include names of those who are participating and send photos, if available. This is a celebration of pharmacists and pharmacy.

Show us that Pennsylvania is celebrating!

Resources *APhA also has a webpage of patient outreach tools: Visit http://www.pharmacist.com/tools-patient-outreach for more information

Pennsylvania pharmacists will be recognized, engaged, and fairly compensated as health-care providers.

The Pennsylvania Pharmacists Association, as the leading voice of pharmacy, promotes the profession through advocacy, education, and communication to enhance patient care and public health.

Get out into the Community Senior Citizen Centers are always looking for new, exciting educational events. Set up a brown bag medication review event at a local Senior Citizen Center.

Hold a healthcare event in your community or get involved in your local health fair.

Present information on pharmacy to people in the community. Promote the event in advance and

invite the public.

Speak with the local school nurse on educating high school teachers about pharmacy. Ask the guidance counselor if you can set up a presentation on careers in pharmacy for career day.

Contact the media in your area, write a news release and talk with the media about American Pharmacists Month.




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(SPPA)

Student Director Student Chair

Corresponding Secretary Recording Secretary

Kyle McCormick Pittsburgh

Eliza Daubert Wilkes

Sarah Maheady Wilkes

Courtney Graham Wilkes

Who they are… The Student Advisory Board is made up of four officers who are

elected each year. The officers include the Student Director, Chair, Corresponding Secretary, and Recording Secretary. In addition to the officers, each school of pharmacy has a director and alternate

who serve on the board.

Ben Andrick, Director, Duquesne Robert Gwin, Alternate, Duquesne

Sergio Vernovsky, Director, Jefferson TBD, Alternate, Jefferson

Beth Miller, Director, LECOM TBD, Alternate, LECOM

Nissa Tasnim, Director, Temple Chris To, Alternate, Temple

Kyle McGrath, Director, Pittsburgh Amanda Jaber, Alternate, Pittsburgh

Antinello Frattarelli, Director, PCP Jonathan Feathers, Alternate, PCP

Alysha Lopez, Director, Wilkes Trina Patel, Alternate, Wilkes

What they do… The Student Advisory Board or SAB regularly holds business meetings at each of PPA’s two conferences and provides students with a manner in which to have a voice in PPA policy and activities. The Board also met for a fun weekend of orientation and learning this summer in State College, PA. The board will participate in Student Programming at the Mid-Year and Annual Con-ference including Know Pain Know Gain, the OTC Competition, Achieving Independence, and poster displays.

They also: Promote PPA and PPA activities on their campus Organize regular PPA student membership drives Coordinate visits to the campus for PPA Staff Promote key legislative endeavors Organize and encourage student participation in PPA meetings and Legislative Day Report campus activities to PPA for inclusion in the Student Voice, an electronic student newsletter, and the PPA magazine.

How you can get involved… This year the Director and Alternate from each school of pharmacy are looking to expand their team. A Membership Ambassa-dor, Government Relations Ambassador, and Communications Ambassador will work closely with the members of the Student Advisory Board in order to assist with promotion and planning events for each specific focus. Please contact your SPPA director or Corey Wenger, PPA Membership Coordinator if you are interested in one of these positions.

"PPA is an organization which provides opportunities for involvement to all student pharmacists across the Commonwealth and works to represent the interests of our profession. I appreciate the chance to give back to the Association by serving as your Student Advisory Board Chair and look forward to working to increase stu-

dent awareness of key legislative issues. It is my goal in the coming year to strengthen the voice of students as advocates for pharmacy." -Eliza Daubert, Chair

Check out our website at www.papharmacists.com under the student tab!


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