Specialty Pharmacy Forum
Join us for a virtual IPA Member Forum highlighting topics for pharmacy professionals interested in learning more about specialty pharmacy. Members will have the opportunity to hear from pharmacy leaders about biologics and biosimilars, the payer side, and more! All ENGAGED Pharmacist, Pharmacy Technician and Student Pharmacist members are invited to join, learn and participate in this event at no charge!
VIRTUAL EVENT
February 8, 2023
12:00-1:30 PM
Agenda at a Glance – Wednesday, Feb. 8
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12:00 PM
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Opening Remarks
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Cheri Schmit, BS Pharm, Senior Manager, Product & Solutions Marketing, Pharmacy of the Future – Clinical, Cardinal Health; IPA President
Kate Gainer, PharmD, Executive Vice President & CEO, IPA
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12:10 PM
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Environmental Scan – Get to know pharmacy professionals across the state!
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12:25 PM
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Opening Session:
Managing Biologics and Biosimilars |
Emily Hoefing, PharmD, Manager, Specialty Pharmacy Services, University of Iowa Health Care
Marie Shinkle, PharmD, BCOP, BCPPS, BCACP, Clinical Pharmacy Specialist, Hematology, University of Iowa Stead Family Children’s Hospital |
12:45 PM
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Second Session:
Managing Specialty Pharmacy – The Payer Perspective |
Chad Mentele, PharmD, Clinical Pharmacist – Specialty Drug Program, Wellmark Blue Cross and Blue Shield
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1:10 PM
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Large Group Discussion
What are you experiencing in Specialty Pharmacy practice? |
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1:25 PM
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Closing Remarks
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Kate Gainer, PharmD, Executive Vice President & CEO, IPA
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