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Continuing Pharmacy Education (CPE) Credit

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The American College of Clinical Pharmacy is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education as a provider of continuing pharmacy education (CPE). The 2026 ACCP Annual Meeting  will offer more than 50 educational sessions from which to choose. Attendees can earn up to 33 contact hours of CPE credit. To receive BCPS, BCACP, BCCCP, BCEMP, BCGP, BCOP, or BCPPS recertification credit for a recertification related program offered at the 2026 ACCP Annual Meeting, each attendee must claim the relevant CPE hours at www.accp.com/ce  within 60 days of the session. Statements of credit will be available at CPE Monitor within 2–3 business days.

To receive BCPS, BCACP, BCCCP, BCEMP, BCGP, BCOP, or BCPPS recertification credit for a recertification related program offered at the 2026 ACCP Annual Meeting, each attendee must purchase the recertification posttest and submit a passing score on the posttest by the deadline listed in the session materials. The posttest will be made available on the "My Account" page of the ACCP website on the published date in the session materials.

   Target Audience

The Annual Meeting is designed for clinical practitioners, educators, residents, fellows, and pharmacy students engaged in all aspects of clinical pharmacy.

   Program Goals

The educational program developed for the 2026 Annual Meeting will provide attendees with new, high-quality information that is both challenging and applicable to their practice. Program goals are to

  • Update clinical pharmacists on new therapeutic advances and management strategies;
  • Enhance attendees' clinical, research, teaching, and leadership skills;
  • Discuss the challenges of expanding the scope of pharmacy practice and emerging practice models; and
  • Present opportunities in clinical pharmacy and global health.

A Booster Dose of Knowledge: Key Updates and Late-Breaking Studies in Pharmacotherapy​
October 17, 2026 10:30 AM

Activity No. 0217-0000-26-001-L01-P; 2.00 contact hours.
Knowledge Based Activity

  • Moderator: Katherine A. Conway, Pharm.D., BCPS
Learning Objectives

1. Discuss recent and clinically impactful publications in neurology pharmacy practice.

2. Outline recent and clinically impactful publications in infectious diseases pharmacy practice.

3. Review recent and clinically impactful publications in oncology pharmacy practice.

4. Summarize recent and clinically impactful publications in solid organ transplantation pharmacy practice.

5. Describe implications of late-breaking studies on pharmacy practice in the areas of neurology, infectious diseases, oncology, and solid organ transplantation.

Late-breaking Updates in Neurology
  • Speaker: Viet-Huong V. Nguyen, Pharm.D., MPH, Masters in Research, BCCCP
    Associate Professor (Neurology), Chapman University School of Pharmacy

Late-breaking Updates in Infectious Diseases
  • Speaker: Kyle C. Molina, Pharm.D., BCIDP
    PGY2 Infectious Diseases Pharmacy Resident University of Colorado Skaggs School of Pharmacy & Pharmaceutical Sciences Aurora, Colorado

Late-breaking Updates in Oncology
  • Speaker: Lisa M. Holle, Pharm.D., B.S.Pharm, FCCP, BCOP
    Associate Professor (CHS) University of Wisconsin-Madison School of Pharmacy Division of Clinical Practice, Innovation, & Research Madison, Wisconsin

Late-breaking Updates in Solid Organ Transplantation
  • Speaker: Nicole R. Alvey, Pharm.D., FAST, BCPS, BCTXP
    Associate Professor of Clinical Sciences Roosevelt University College of Science, Health, and Pharmacy Schaumburg, IL Clinical Pharmacy Specialist, Transplant Rush University Medical Center Chicago, IL

New Kids on the Block: Critical Care and Cardiovascular Guideline Updates​
October 17, 2026 10:30 AM

Activity No. 0217-0000-26-002-L01-P; 1.50 contact hours.
Knowledge Based Activity

  • Moderator: Edward Horn, Pharm.D., FCCP
    Associate Professor, University of Pittsburgh School of Pharmacy, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania Clinical Pharmacy Specialist, Cardiac Transplantation and Mechanical Circulatory Support, UPMC HVI
Learning Objectives

1. Review recent guideline recommendations for neuromuscular junction blockers. 

2. Review recent guideline recommendations for acute coronary syndrome and hypertension management.

3. Review recent guideline recommendations for pediatric critical asthma. 

4. Discuss recent guideline recommendations as related to patient case(s). 

Step by Step: Reviewing the SCCM Neuromuscular Blockade Guidelines
  • Speaker: Susan E. Smith, Pharm.D., FCCP, FCCM, BCCCP
    Associate Professor University of Georgia College of Pharmacy Athens, GA

Hanging Tough: An Update on ACS and Hypertension Guidelines
  • Speaker: John P. Lindsley, Pharm.D., BCCCP, BCCP
    Lead Clinical Pharmacy Specialist, Cardiac Intensive Care Unit Johns Hopkins Hospital Baltimore, MD

This One’s for the Children: Update in Pediatric Critical Asthma
  • Speaker: Sana J. Said, Pharm.D., BCPPS

Rethinking Electrolyte Management: Challenging Outdated Practices on Potassium and Phosphorus Intake​
October 17, 2026 10:30 AM

Activity No. 0217-0000-26-003-L01-P; 1.50 contact hours.
Knowledge Based Activity

  • Moderator: Branden D. Nemecek, Pharm.D., FCCP, BCPS
    Associate Professor of Pharmacy Practice, Duquesne University School of Pharmacy and Clinical Pharmacy Specialist in Internal Medicine and Nephrology at UPMC Mercy Hospital. Residency Program Director, PGY2 Internal Medicine Program, UPMC Mercy Hospital
Learning Objectives

1. Discuss the significance of maintaining appropriate electrolyte levels in inpatient and outpatient settings. 

2. Outline evidence-based electrolyte supplementation processes with efficacy and safety metrics.  

3. Review the data to challenge established beliefs about changes in serum levels based on electrolyte supplementation. 

4. Describe guidance supporting limits to nutritional intake on electrolytes in comorbid conditions including CKD

5. Summarize the literature regarding nutritional inorganic vs. organic electrolytes and their impact on serum electrolyte levels.  

Supplementing Electrolytes: Myths vs. Merit?
  • Speaker: Roland N. Dickerson, Pharm.D., B.S.Pharm, FCCP, FASHP, FCCM, FASPEN, BCNSP
    Professor of Clinical Pharmacy and Translational Science, University of Tennessee Health Science Center College of Pharmacy, Memphis, Tennessee

Dietary Intake of Electrolytes: Updating Old Practices with New Data
  • Speaker: Lauren M. Hynicka, Pharm.D., FCCP, BCPS, RYT-200
    Associate Professor of Pharmacotherapy, University of Maryland School of Pharmacy, Baltimore, Maryland

Q&A Panel

Developing Our Teaching Skills as Preceptors: Building Critical Reasoning and Mentoring for Lifelong Success ​
October 17, 2026 10:30 AM

Activity No. 0217-0000-26-004-L04-P; 1.50 contact hours.
Knowledge Based Activity

  • Moderator: Brandi L. Bowers, Pharm.D.
    Clinical Associate Professor University of Missouri-Kansas City Springfield, Missouri
Learning Objectives

1. Describe the importance of critical thinking skills in pharmacy practice.

2. Discuss critical thinking in the context of generational changes in learning styles.

3. Identify approaches to enhance critical thinking skills in learners in day-to-day practice and clinical experiences.

4. Recognize common life and personal challenges encountered by pharmacy learners.

5. Describe strategies for mentoring learners to meet individual needs under normal workload or when encountering personal stress and challenges.

Building a Foundation: Developing Critical Thinking Skills in the Context of Clinical Practice
  • Speaker: Kylee Funk, Pharm.D., BCPS
    Assistant Professor, Pharmaceutical Care and Health Systems, University of Minnesota College of Pharmacy Minneapolis, Minnesota

More Than a Job: Mentoring Learners through Life
  • Speaker: Kristin M. Janzen, Pharm.D., BCPS
    Clinical Associate Professor & Division Head, Pharmacy Practice The University of Texas at Austin College of Pharmacy Clinical Pharmacy Specialist, Internal Medicine Dell Seton Medical Center at the University of Texas Austin, Texas

Cardiology PRN Focus Session — Clinical Conundrums in Cardiology: Case-Based Controversies
October 17, 2026 1:45 PM

Activity No. 0217-0000-26-148-L01-P; 1.50 contact hours.
Application Based Activity

  • Moderator: Robert K. Tunney, Jr., Pharm.D., BCCP, BCPS, CACP
    Associate Professor of Pharmacy Practice Lipscomb University College of Pharmacy Nashville, TN
Learning Objectives

1. Analyze how newly introduced CKM-specific guidance will alter clinical decision-making for complex cardiology patients.

2. Develop evidence-based strategies that specifically address women’s unique cardiovascular risk profiles and disease presentations.

3. Evaluate recent updates in anticoagulation guidance following left atrial appendage closure (LAAC). 

4. Design a prevention and treatment plan for drug-induced arrhythmias.

Triple Threat: Pharmacotherapeutic Considerations in Cardiac-Kidney-Metabolic Syndromes
  • Speaker: Anita Yang, Pharm.D., BCACP
    Cardiorenal Metabolic Clinical Pharmacist Practitioner UNC Eastowne Clinics - Nephrology, Cardiology Chapel Hill, NC

Emerging Pharmacotherapeutic Considerations in Women’s Cardiovascular Health
  • Speaker: Shannon W. Finks, Pharm.D., FCCP, BCCP, BCPS, MSCP
    Professor of Clinical Pharmacy and Translational Science, University of Tennessee College of Pharmacy President, ZüpMedical Services, LLC, Memphis, Tennessee

This or That? - Antithrombotic Considerations Surrounding Left Atrial Appendage Closure
  • Speaker: Megan E. Wesling, Pharm.D., BCACP, CDCES
    Chair and Associate Professor in Pharmacotherapy, UNT System College of Pharmacy Clinical Pharmacist - Ambulatory Care, UNT Health Clinical Practice Group Fort Worth, Texas

We’ve Got the Beat - Pharmacotherapeutic Vigilance in Drug-Induced Arrhythmias
  • Speaker: Zachary R. Noel, Pharm.D., Ph.D., FCCP, BCCP
    Associate Professor University of North Carolina Eshelman School of Pharmacy Chapel Hill, NC

Q&A with Panelists

BCPPS Clinical Session — Risky Business: Maintaining Patient Safety and Pharmacy Compliance with REMS Drugs in the Pediatric Population
October 17, 2026 1:45 PM

Activity No. 0204-9999-26-346-L01; 1.50 contact hours.
Application Based Activity

  • Speaker: Rachel S. Meyers, Pharm.D., BCPPS, BCPS
    Ernest Mario School of Pharmacy, Rutgers University Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center
  • Speaker: Emily A. Sheskey, Pharm.D., BCPPS
  • Speaker: Marla C. Tanski, Pharm.D., MPH, MS, BCPPS
    Clinical Pharmacy Manager Residency Program Director, PGY2 Pediatrics Johns Hopkins All Children's Hospital
Learning Objectives

1. Describe the history and purpose of the Food and Drug Administration (FDA)’s risk evaluation and mitigation strategies (REMS) programs. 

2. List the adverse effects and monitoring parameters for common REMS medications utilized by children. 

3. Describe mitigation and prevention strategies for common REMS medications utilized by children. 

4. List documentation requirements for REMS drugs, including vigabatrin, ravulizumab/eculizumab, fenfluramine, bosentan, and isotretinoin. 

5. Evaluate your pharmacy’s policies and procedures for handling REMS medications and assess for compliance with REMS audit requirements. 

Critical Care PRN Focus Session — Don't Go Breaking My Heart: Pharmacologic Management of Mixed Shock and Stress-Induced Atrial Fibrillation in Non-cardiac Surgery ICU Patients
October 17, 2026 1:45 PM

Activity No. 0217-0000-26-151-L01-P; 1.50 contact hours.
Application Based Activity

    Learning Objectives

    1. Determine mixed shock states based on pertinent characteristics and objective data.

    2. Compose a pharmacologic treatment plan tailored to the etiology of mixed shock.

    3. Describe considerations for initiation of rescue, adjunct and/or oral therapies in patients with mixed shock.

    4. Describe the pathophysiology of stress-induced atrial fibrillation. 

    5. Examine the appropriateness of anticoagulation treatment in the newly diagnosed ICU patient with stress-induced atrial fibrillation using risk stratification.

    6. Differentiate between acute pharmacologic therapies for stress-induced atrial fibrillation treatment, considering rate versus rhythm control, and controversial supportive actions (vasopressor selection, dual beta agonism/antagonism, etc).

    Pharmacologic Management of Mixed Shock

    Pharmacologic Management of Stress-Induced Atrial Fibrillation in Non-Cardiac ICU Patients

    Panel Q&A Discussion

    Hematology/Oncology PRN Focus Session — Evolving Multiple Sclerosis Treatment: Pharmacologic Advances in Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation (HSCT) and Cellular Therapy
    October 17, 2026 1:45 PM

    Activity No. 0217-0000-26-161-L01-P; 1.50 contact hours.
    Knowledge Based Activity

    • Moderator: Julia Fadul, Pharm.D.
    Learning Objectives

    1. Describe the evolving treatment landscape of multiple sclerosis, including unmet needs that inform consideration of advanced therapies such as HSCT and cellular therapy.

    2. Summarize key guideline recommendations and pivotal literature supporting the use of autologous HSCT in relapsing multiple sclerosis and ongoing trials investigating cellular therapy.

    3. Review the evidence for the efficacy and safety of HSCT compared to high-efficacy disease-modifying therapies (DMTs) in highly active relapsing-remitting MS.

    4. Identify appropriate patient selection criteria and risk-benefit considerations for HSCT and cellular therapy in MS. 

    5. Recognize acute and long-term toxicities associated with HSCT, including supportive care needs and monitoring parameters.

    From DMTs to HSCT: Understanding the Evolving MS Treatment Paradigm
    • Speaker: Erin L. Thompson, Pharm.D., B.S.Pharm, BSEd, BCACP, BCPS
      Clinical Pharmacist The Toledo Clinic, Toledo, OH

    Optimizing HSCT and Cellular Therapy in MS: Patient Selection, Monitoring, and Adverse Event Management
    • Speaker: Elizabeth Eubanks, Pharm.D., MPH, BCOP

    Adult Medicine PRN Focus Session — Substance Use Disorders Made Internal: Alcohol, Opioids, and Stimulants
    October 17, 2026 1:45 PM

    Activity No. 0217-0000-26-146-L08-P; 1.50 contact hours.
    Application Based Activity

    • Moderator: Lyndsi K. Meyenburg, Pharm.D., BCPS
      Clinical Pharmacy Specialist Ascension Seton Austin, Texas
    Learning Objectives

    1. Review the epidemiology, symptoms, and timelines associated with withdrawal syndromes.

    2. Decide which evidence-based pharmacotherapy options to use for the management of substance use disorders.

    3. Apply transitions of care principles and harm reduction strategies to support community linkages and optimize long-term recovery.

    4. Advocate for appropriate SUD management in general medicine settings, emphasizing stigma reduction and team education.

    Inpatient Management of Alcohol Use Disorder in Adult Medicine
    • Speaker: Kara Nazminia, Pharm.D., BCPS
      Acute Care Clinical Pharmacist University of Utah Health Salt Lake City, Utah

    Inpatient Management of Opioid-Use Disorder in Adult Medicine
    • Speaker: Kathleen K. Adams, Pharm.D., BCPS

    Inpatient Management of Stimulant Use Disorder in Adult Medicine
    • Speaker: Jeremy Daniel, Pharm.D., FAAPP, BCPP, BCPS
      Psychiatric Clinical Pharmacist, Avera Behavioral Health Center Associate Professor, Pharmacy Practice South Dakota State University Sioux Falls, SD

    Nephrology PRN Focus Session — Kidney Stewardship: Medication Optimization from CKD to AKI and Back Again
    October 17, 2026 3:30 PM

    Activity No. 0217-0000-26-164-L01-P; 1.50 contact hours.
    Knowledge Based Activity

    • Moderator: Leena Myran, Pharm.D., BCPS
      Clinical Associate Professor of Pharmacy Practice University of Wyoming School of Pharmacy and University of Wyoming Family Medicine Residency Program at Cheyenne
    Learning Objectives

    1. Define drug stewardship as it relates to optimizing medication use and in patients with kidney disease.

    2. Review the safety and efficacy of medications within the context of kidney stewardship.

    3. Discuss clinical decision-making skills through case-based scenarios involving patients with kidney disease.

    4. Describe key principles and frameworks underlying kidney drug stewardship across the medication-use process.

    Kidney Stewardship: The Pharmacist’s Framework for Safer, Smarter Medication Use in Kidney Disease
    • Speaker: Elizabeth A.S. Goswami, Pharm.D., FCCP, BCPPS
      Clinical Pharmacy Specialist, Pediatric Nephrology, Johns Hopkins Hospital, Baltimore, Maryland

    Spotting Nephrotoxins, Saving Nephrons, and Sharpening Stewardship Skills
    • Speaker: Rachel Khan, Pharm.D., FCCP, BCPS

    One Nephron at a Time: Case-Based Pharmacotherapy in Kidney Disease
    • Speaker: William E. Dager, Pharm.D., FCCP, BCPS
      Pharmacist Specialist, Department of Pharmaceutical Services, University of California Davis Medical Center, Sacramento, California

    Panel Q&A Discussion

    Women's Health and Community Based PRN Focus Session — They Heard… What?! Tackling Women’s Health Misinformation with Confidence
    October 17, 2026 3:30 PM

    Activity No. 0217-0000-26-172-L99-P; 1.50 contact hours.
    Knowledge Based Activity

      Learning Objectives

      1. Review common topics of misinformation as it relates to menopause, birth control, pregnancy, gender-affirming care, adult vaccines and over-the counter medications.  

      2. Describe strategies for pharmacists to address misinformation with patients on the topics of women’s health, immunizations, and over-the-counter medications within their own practice setting.  

      3. Identify resources and trustworthy sources of evidence-based information for both providers and our patients.  

      They Heard … What? Addressing Misinformation in Women’s Health Topics

      They Heard … What? Addressing Misinformation in the Community
      • Speaker: Joseph P. Fava, Pharm.D., BCACP

      They Heard … What? Addressing Misinformation in our Patients

      Question & Answer Panel

      Central Nervous System PRN Focus Session — Not on My Watch: Myasthenia Gravis Background, Best Practices, and Breakthroughs
      October 17, 2026 3:30 PM

      Activity No. 0217-0000-26-149-L01-P; 1.50 contact hours.
      Knowledge Based Activity

        Learning Objectives

        1. Describe the pathophysiology and symptomatology of myasthenia gravis and its subtypes.

        2. Review treatment options for myasthenia gravis, including cholinesterase inhibitors, immunosuppressants, and rapid-response modalities.

        3. Discuss current standard of care for selection of agents for acute myasthenia gravis management.

        4. Discuss current standard of care for selection of agents for chronic myasthenia gravis management.

        5. Explain how novel agents are utilized in the management of myasthenia gravis to create an individualized patient treatment plan. 

        6. Describe opportunities to optimize patient access to prescribed therapies, including considerations for formulary integration and patient-assistance plans.

        Winding Up the Story: A Historical Look at MG Pathophysiology

        Right on Time: Current Therapeutic Strategies for Myasthenia Gravis

        Fast Forward: Next-Generation Therapies for MG

        Panel Q&A Discussion

        BCPPS Clinical Session — Pediatric Antithrombotic Medications: Principles, Pitfalls, and Practice Pearls
        October 17, 2026 3:30 PM

        Activity No. 0204-9999-26-219-L01-P; 2.00 contact hours.
        Application Based Activity

        • Speaker: Amy Kiskaddon
          Cardiac ICU/Cardiac Transplant Clinical Pharmacist Johns Hopkins All Children's Hospital St. Petersburg, Florida Assistant Professor of Pediatrics The Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine Baltimore, Maryland
        • Speaker: Timothy Q. Schardt, Pharm.D., BCPS
          Clinical Pharmacy Specialist, Anticoagulation Children's Hospital Colorado Clinical Pharmacist Hemophilia and Thrombosis Center Aurora, Colorado
        Learning Objectives

        1. Apply evidence-based antithrombotic medication principles to select, dose, and monitor therapy for pediatric patients in common clinical scenarios.

        2. Identify transitions-of-care challenges related to dosage formulation availability and medication administration to ensure safe and effective therapy in pediatric patients.

        3. Interpret key updates from the recent thrombosis treatment and thromboprophylaxis guidelines and apply them to clinical practice.

        4. Design individualized antithrombotic therapy management plans for pediatric patients with congenital heart disease.

        5. Explain the principles and goals of antithrombotic stewardship in pediatric practice and the role of Hemostasis and Anticoagulation (HAT) teams.

        When Blood is Thicker than Water: Updates in Anticoagulation Management
        October 18, 2026 10:30 AM

        Activity No. 0217-0000-26-005-L01-P; 1.50 contact hours.
        Knowledge Based Activity

        • Moderator: Elizabeth J. Beckman, Pharm.D., BCCCP, BCPPS, BCPS
          Clinical Pharmacy Specialist, Pediatric Cardiac ICU Joint Pediatric & Congenital Heart Program Golisano Children’s at UK HealthCare Acute Care Pharmacy Services, UK HealthCare Assistant Adjunct Professor, UK College of Pharmacy
        Learning Objectives

        1. Review the recent guidelines for anticoagulation in stroke prevention for atrial fibrillation, treatment of venous thromboembolism and portal vein thrombosis in patients with cirrhosis.

        2. Summarize the latest guidelines for the effective and safe reversal of direct oral anticoagulants in clinical practice.

        3. Discuss the updated guideline for treatment of venous thromboembolism in pediatric patients.

        4. Recognize clinical applications for the latest publications in anticoagulation management into clinical practice.

        Navigating Complex Waters: Anticoagulation in Cirrhosis and Beyond
        • Speaker: Alley Killian, Pharm.D.
          Clinical Pharmacist, Critical Care Medicine, Surgical Transplant ICU Emory University Hospital Atlanta, GA 30322

        Turning the Tide: Effective Reversal Strategies for Direct Oral Anticoagulants
        • Speaker: Brian W. Gilbert, Pharm.D., MBA, FCCP, FCCM, FNCS, FASHP, FKCHP
          Emergency Medicine Clinical Pharmacy Specialist Department of Pharmacy Wesley Medical Center 550 N. Hillside Street, Wichita KS, 67214

        Tidal Shifts: Recent Advances in Anticoagulation Therapy for Children
        • Speaker: Timothy Q. Schardt, Pharm.D., BCPS
          Clinical Pharmacy Specialist, Anticoagulation Children's Hospital Colorado Clinical Pharmacist Hemophilia and Thrombosis Center Aurora, Colorado

        Exploring Professional Advancement: Advocacy Initiatives for the Clinical Pharmacist
        October 18, 2026 10:30 AM

        Activity No. 0217-0000-26-006-L04-P; 1.50 contact hours.
        Knowledge Based Activity

        • Moderator: Katherine A. Conway, Pharm.D., BCPS
        Learning Objectives

        1. Discuss common pharmacy advocacy initiatives that promote professional advancement.

        2. Review clinical scenarios involving the application of advocacy initiatives in clinical settings.

        3. Identify barriers to advocacy training and education.

        4. List opportunities for advancement through participation in pharmacy organizations.

        5. State examples of patient care initiatives commonly seen in pharmacy practice.

        6. Summarize patient- and community-level strategies to determine social determinants of health.

        ​Spearheading Pharmacy Advocacy Initiatives in Clinical Practice Today​
        • Speaker: Suzanne A. Nesbit, Pharm.D., FCCP, BCPMP
          Clinical Pharmacy Specialist, Pain and Palliative Care, The Johns Hopkins Hospital, Baltimore, Maryland

        Breaking through the Barriers: Enhancing Pharmacy Advocacy within the Profession
        • Speaker: Kelly M. Smith, Pharm.D., FCCP
          Associate Dean, Academic and Student Affairs, Associate Professor, Pharmacy Practice and Science University of Kentucky College of Pharmacy, Lexington, Kentucky

        Patient Care Initiatives: Investigating Social Determinants of Health
        • Speaker: Melissa S. McGivney, Pharm.D., FCCP
          Associate Dean, Community Partnerships Professor, Pharmacy and Therapeutics, University of Pittsburgh School of Pharmacy, University of Pittsburgh Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

        Addressing Complex Substance Use Disorders Across the Age Spectrum
        October 18, 2026 10:30 AM

        Activity No. 0217-0000-26-007-L01-P; 1.50 contact hours.
        Knowledge Based Activity

        • Moderator: Lyndsi K. Meyenburg, Pharm.D., BCPS
          Clinical Pharmacy Specialist Ascension Seton Austin, Texas
        Learning Objectives

        1. Define complex substance use disorders.

        2. Describe the prevention and treatment challenges across the age spectrum. 

        3. Summarize treatment options for adult patients with complex substance use disorder, including special populations. 

        4. Summarize treatment options for pediatric patients with complex substance use disorder. 

        5. Compare SUD treatment for pediatric patients with treatment for adults, including special populations. 

        Bridging the Gaps: Defining and Addressing Substance Use Disorders in Diverse Age Groups
        • Speaker: Krystal KC Riccio, Pharm.D., FCCP, CDCES
          Professor of Pharmacy Practice, Roseman University of Health Sciences College of Pharmacy; Clinical Pharmacist, Behavioral Health Group Las Vegas, Nevada

        Healing Pathways: Addressing Complex Substance Use Disorders in Adult Populations
        • Speaker: Keri D. Hager, Pharm.D., BCACP

        Healing Young Minds: Strategies for Treating Substance Use Disorders in Children and Adolescents
        • Speaker: Victoria Tutag Lehr, Pharm.D., B.S.Pharm
          Professor, Department of Pharmacy Practice Eugene Applebaum College of Pharmacy & Health Sciences Wayne State University Detroit, MI

        Mythbusters: Debunking Myths and Misconceptions in Pharmacy Practice​
        October 18, 2026 10:30 AM


        Application Based Activity

        • Moderator: Emmeline Tran, Pharm.D., BCPS
        Learning Objectives

        1. Evaluate the safety and efficacy of naltrexone in patients with liver disease to guide appropriate, evidencebased prescribing. 

        2. Address the routine use of vitamin supplementation in patients with alcohol use disorder. 

        3. Explain the clinical significance of the cefazolin inoculum effect. 

        4. Differentiate between patient populations with MSSA infections who may benefit from cefazolin versus antistaphylococcal penicillins.

        5. Evaluate the limitations of automated QTc measurement. 

        6. Examine the role of implanted cardiac devices in mitigating the risk of torsades de pointes and other QT-related arrhythmias. 

        AUDiting Our Assumptions: Rethinking Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD) Treatment
        • Speaker: Sarah T. Thomason, Pharm.D., BCACP
          Chair and Professor, East Tennessee State University Johnson City, TN

        Deep-Seated Dilemmas: Resolving the Beta-Lactam Conundrum in Methicillin-Susceptible Staphylococcus aureus Infections
        • Speaker: Vanthida Huang, Pharm.D., FCCP
          Professor of Pharmacy Practice/Veterinary Medicine/Biomedical Sciences, Director of Infectious Disease Fellowship, Midwestern University College of Pharmacy-Glendale Campus, Glendale, Arizona

        Correcting the Correction: Pitfalls in QTc Interpretation and Management
        • Speaker: John R. Carr, Pharm.D., BCCCP, BCPS

        BCPPS/BCCCP/BCEMP Clinical Session — From Soot to Cells: Managing Carbon Monoxide and Other Rapid Knock Down Agent Toxicity in the Emergency Department
        October 18, 2026 10:30 AM

        Activity No. 0204-9999-26-206-L01-P; 1.50 contact hours.
        Application Based Activity

        • Speaker: Faisal S. Minhaj, Pharm.D., MPH, DBAT
          Executive Director, California Poison Control System, Associate Dean of Public Health Associate Professor, Clinical Pharmacy University of California School of Pharmacy, San Francisco San Francisco, California
        • Speaker: Kevin J. Mercer, Pharm.D., MPH, FCCM, BCCCP, BCEMP, BCPS, CPH
          Assistant Professor of Practice | The University of Texas at Austin College of Pharmacy Emergency Medicine Pharmacist | HCA Houston Healthcare Research Coordinator | Southeast Texas Poison Center
        Learning Objectives

        1. Construct a first-hour algorithm to manage patients after smoke inhalation injury.

        2. Differentiate among various quick-knockdown agents and their toxicities, including populations at increased risk (e.g., pediatrics, pregnancy).

        3. Evaluate patient-specific factors to determine appropriateness of hyperbaric oxygen therapy, including indications, contraindications, and operational constraints.

        4. Evaluate common smoke-inhalation injury treatment pitfalls and plan mitigations, including the impact of early interventions on subsequent patient management in the ICU.

        5. Design treatments with appropriate antidotes based on clinical presentation, population affected, laboratory findings, and contraindications.

        Geriatrics PRN Focus Session — From Hospital to Settling at Home: Age-Friendly Transitions in Care​
        October 18, 2026 10:30 AM

        Activity No. 0217-0000-26-156-L01-P; 1.50 contact hours.
        Knowledge Based Activity

        • Moderator: Sum Lam, Pharm.D., BCGP, BCPS
          Dept. of Pharmacy Practice College of Pharmacy & Health Sciences St. John's University
        Learning Objectives

        ​​1. Summarize key areas of the 5Ms framework which promotes the well-being of older adults.​​ 

        ​2. Describe the new Center for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) Age Friendly Hospital Measure and the Hospital Inpatient Quality Reporting (IQR) Program.​ 

        ​​3. Identify potentially inappropriate medications that may increase risk for delirium and falls in older patients.​​ 

        ​4. Explain the process of applying “Mentation” and “Mobility” in therapy optimization for older patients in peri-operative settings.

        5. ​​​Identify psychosocial issues that increase risk for hospital readmission in older adults.​​ 

        6. Explain the process of applying “Medication” and “What Matters” in therapy optimization for older patients at hospital discharge 

        Mastering the 5Ms: Elevating Medication Management for Older Adults with Multicomplexity
        • Speaker: Barbara J. Zarowitz, Pharm.D., FCCP, BCGP, BCPS
          Affiliate Professor University of Maryland School of Pharmacy and Senior Advisor Peter Lamy Center on Drug Therapy and Aging Baltimore, Maryland

        Applying the Age Friendly 5Ms Across Care Transitions: Mentation and Mobility
        • Speaker: Jazmin N. McSwain, Pharm.D., BCCP, BCPS
          Med/Surg Clinical Pharmacy Specialist Moffitt Cancer Center - McKinley Hospital

        Applying the Age Friendly 5Ms Across Care Transitions: Medication and What Matters
        • Speaker: Kalin M. Clifford, Pharm.D., BCGP, BCPS
          Associate Professor, Division of Geriatrics and Pediatrics Department of Pharmacy Practice TTUHSC Jerry H. Hodge School of Pharmacy Dallas, Texas

        GLP-1 RAs: Unlocking Pleiotropic Potential – Advancing Clinical Applications Beyond Glycemic Management​
        October 18, 2026 2:15 PM

        Activity No. 0217-0000-26-009-L01-P; 1.50 contact hours.
        Application Based Activity

        • Moderator: Vi T. Gilmore, Pharm.D.
          Internal Medicine Clinical Pharmacy Specialist, Johns Hopkins Hospital; Baltimore, Maryland
        Learning Objectives

        1. Describe the physiological role of GLP1 beyond metabolic regulation and diabetes management.

        2. Analyze recent research findings on GLP-1 RA’s effects in behavioral health and neurocognitive disorders, including its potential roles in mood regulation, substance use disorders, appetite control, and cognitive function.

        3. Examine current evidence supporting the efficacy of GLP-1 RA therapies for cardiovascular, kidney, and liver conditions.

        4. Develop comprehensive treatment plans incorporating GLP-1-RAbased therapies for diverse clinical indications.

        Examining the Evidence: GLP-1 RA Therapies for Cardiovascular, Kidney, and Liver Health
        • Speaker: Allison Presnell, Pharm.D., BCACP, BC-ADM

        Examining the Evidence: GLP-1 RA Therapies in Behavioral Health and Neurocognitive Disorders
        • Speaker: Heather P. Whitley, Pharm.D., FCCP, BCPS, CDCES
          Clinical Professor Auburn University Harrison College of Pharmacy Auburn, Alabama

        Modeling the Future: Artificial Intelligence in Clinical Pharmacy
        October 18, 2026 2:15 PM

        Activity No. 0217-0000-26-010-L01-P; 1.50 contact hours.
        Knowledge Based Activity

        • Moderator: Zachary R. Noel, Pharm.D., Ph.D., FCCP, BCCP
          Associate Professor University of North Carolina Eshelman School of Pharmacy Chapel Hill, NC
        Learning Objectives

        1. Describe artificial intelligence (AI) and its potential implications on patient care throughout the care continuum.

        2. Summarize expert insights and approaches regarding AI modeling and machine learning.

        3. Explain concepts and challenges related to AI and AI modeling.

        AI-Powered Healthcare: Introduction
        • Speaker: Adrian Wong, Pharm.D., MPH, FCCP, FCCM, BCCCP
          Clinical Pharmacy Specialist, Medical ICU Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center Boston, Massachusetts

        AI-Powered Healthcare: Review of Research
        • Speaker: Khoa A. Nguyen, Pharm.D.
          Clinical Associate Professor University of Florida, College of Pharmacy
        • Speaker: Andrea Sikora, Pharm.D., FCCP, FCCM, BCCCP
          Associate Professor Department of Biomedical Informatics University of Colorado School of Medicine
        • Speaker: Wesley D. Kufel, Pharm.D., MBA, FCCP, FASHP, FIDSA, BCIDP, BCPS
          Clinical Associate Professor of Pharmacy Practice SUNY Binghamton School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences Binghamton, New York Clinical Associate Professor of Medicine, Division of Infectious Diseases SUNY Upstate Medical University Syracuse, New York

        AI-Powered Healthcare: Panel Discussion

        BCCCP/BCEMP Clinical Session — Calling Code ICH: Advancing the Care of ICH Patients Through Quality Improvement and Bundled Care
        October 18, 2026 2:15 PM

        Activity No. 0204-9999-26-232-L01; 1.50 contact hours.
        Application Based Activity

        • Speaker: Casey C. May, Pharm.D., BCCCP
          Clinical Associate Professor The Ohio State University College of Pharmacy Columbus, Ohio
        • Speaker: Andrew J. Webb, Pharm.D., BCCCP
          Clinical Pharmacy Specialist, Neurocritical Care Massachusetts General Hospital Boston, Massachusetts
        Learning Objectives

        1. Summarize current performance and quality metrics for intracerebral hemorrhage (ICH) care. 

        2. Assess opportunities for rapid reversal of coagulopathies in anticoagulant-associated ICH. 

        3. Choose evidence-based blood pressure targets, agents, and titration strategies in acute ICH.

        4. Apply time-sensitive quality metrics for the bundle of care in collaboration with the interprofessional care team. 

        Infectious Diseases PRN Focus Session — Guideline Refresh: Navigating Updates in UTI and CAP Management
        October 18, 2026 2:15 PM

        Activity No. 0217-0000-26-163-L01-P; 1.50 contact hours.
        Knowledge Based Activity

        • Moderator: Christina G. O'Connor, Pharm.D., BCIDP, BCPS
        Learning Objectives

        1. Review key controversies in the management of urinary tract infections (UTIs) community-acquired pneumonia (CAP).

        2. Describe potential differences in CAP and UTI guideline recommendations and how this might influence practice.

        3. Review guideline updates to UTI and CAP care pathways at individual practice sites.

        4. Identify strategies to measure adherence to published UTI and CAP guidelines and/or institutional treatment guidance.

        5. Review general treatment approach of CAP and UTIs to management in unique populations.

        UTI Guideline Controversies
        • Speaker: Alireza Hayatshahi, Pharm.D., BCIDP, BCPS, AAHIVP
          Professor of Pharmacy Practice Loma Linda University Schools of Pharmacy and Dentistry Loma Linda, California

        CAP Guideline Controversies
        • Speaker: Amy Y. Kang, Pharm.D., BCIDP

        UTI and CAP Considerations in Unique Populations
        • Speaker: Elias B. Chahine, Pharm.D., FCCP, FASCP, FFSHP, BCIDP
          Professor and Chair of Pharmacy Practice and Administration Palm Beach Atlantic University Gregory School of Pharmacy West Palm Beach, Florida

        Facilitated Q&A Panel with Speakers

        Pediatrics PRN Focus Session — Back to the Future: Why Today’s Vaccine Decisions Revive Yesterday’s Threats
        October 18, 2026 2:15 PM

        Activity No. 0217-0000-26-166-L01-P; 1.50 contact hours.
        Knowledge Based Activity

        • Moderator: Elizabeth K. Bisaccia, Pharm.D., BCPPS
        Learning Objectives

        1. Discuss the clinical implications of the evolving landscape in vaccination rates among children and pregnant patients in the US.

        2. Identify vaccine-preventable diseases most at risk for resurgence due to declining immunization rates.

        3. Review management strategies for specific vaccine-preventable diseases in pediatric patients.  

        4. Describe some of the alternative therapies families may seek in place of vaccines, despite low data to support their use.

        Childhood Vaccination Trends: Decades of Data and Public Health Risks Amid Declining Rates
        • Speaker: Kelly L. Matson, Pharm.D., BCPPS

        Review and Management of Resurgent Diseases Amid Declining Vaccination Rates
        • Speaker: Laura Lo Castro Bio, Pharm.D., BCIDP, BCPS
          Clinical Pharmacy Specialist, Infectious Diseases Lead Pharmacist, Antimicrobial Stewardship Program Lucile Packard Children's Hospital Stanford Palo Alto, CA

        Q&A with Panelists

        Perioperative Care PRN Focus Session — Beyond Transfusion: Pharmacist-Driven Patient Blood Management and Hemostatic Stewardship in Cardiac Surgery
        October 18, 2026 2:15 PM

        Activity No. 0217-0000-26-167-L01-P; 1.50 contact hours.
        Knowledge Based Activity

        • Moderator: Sara J. Jordan Hyland, Pharm.D., FCCP, BCCCP
          OhioHealth Grant Medical Center, Department of Pharmacy
        Learning Objectives

        1. Define ​stewardship ​strategies of Patient Blood Management in the setting of adult cardiac surgery.  

        2. Review preoperative anemia screening, assessment, and optimization.  

        3. Explain intraprocedure heparin use, monitoring, and reversal in cardiac surgery.  

        4. Identify perioperative heparin resistance and heparin rebound phenomena and their management strategies.  

        5. Discuss evidence-based use ​and stewardship ​of hemostatic pharmacotherapies applicable to adult cardiac surgery (e.g., antifibrinolytics, factor products).  

        6. Outline goal-directed hemostatic resuscitation strategies and pharmacist roles after cardiac surgery.  

        Chart the Course: The Patient Blood Management Paradigm and Preoperative Optimization in Cardiac Surgery
        • Speaker: Patrick M. Wieruszewski, Pharm.D., Masters in Research, FCCM, BCCCP
          Assistant Professor of Anesthesiology Assistant Professor of Pharmacy Mayo Clinic

        Keep It Flowing: Anticoagulation and Reversal in Adult Cardiac Surgery
        • Speaker: Josh Roberts, Pharm.D., BCCP, BCPS
          Cardiology Pharmacist Specialist, UC Davis Health, Department of Pharmacy, Sacramento, California Volunteer Clinical Professor of Pharmacy, UC San Francisco, School of Pharmacy, San Francisco, California Volunteer Clinical Professor of Medicine, UC Davis School of Medicine, Department of Internal Medicine, Sacramento, California

        Slow It Down: Hemostatic Strategies and Stewardship in Adult Cardiac Surgery
        • Speaker: Davide N. Ventura, BCCCP

        HIV PRN Focus Session — Beyond the ART: Strategies to Enhance HIV Care in Primary Care Settings
        October 18, 2026 4:00 PM

        Activity No. 0217-0000-26-162-L02-P; 1.50 contact hours.
        Knowledge Based Activity

        • Moderator: Kevin N. Astle, Pharm.D., BCACP, BCPS, AAHIVP, CDCES
        Learning Objectives

        1. ​​Describe risk factors for cardiovascular disease that are common among people living with HIV.​  

        2. ​Identify appropriate pharmacological strategies for reducing the risk of cardiometabolic disease in people living with HIV.​ 

        3. ​Describe key pharmacotherapeutic considerations for special populations, including pediatrics, adolescents, and geriatrics.​ 

        4. ​Identify key strategies to integrate and enhance engagement of HIV care within general primary care settings.​ 

        5. ​Recognize practice considerations for the treatment and prevention of HIV in peripartum and maternal care. ​ 

        Cardiovascular Disease Considerations for People Living with HIV
        • Speaker: Alex R. Mills, Pharm.D., BCACP, AAHIVP

        From Adolescents to Geriatrics: HIV Treatment and Prevention Across the Lifespan
        • Speaker: Emily Drwiega, Pharm.D., BCIDP, BCPS
          Visiting Clinical Assistant Professor of Pharmacy Practice, Clinical Pharmacist Section of Infectious Diseases Pharmacotherapy, Department of Pharmacy Practice University of Illinois at Chicago, College of Pharmacy

        Considerations for HIV Treatment and Prevention in Maternal Care
        • Speaker: Eric G. Sahloff, Pharm.D., B.S.Pharm, AAHIVP
          Associate Professor of Pharmacy Practice University of Toledo College of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences Toledo, OH

        BCEMP Clinical Session — Code Blue to Resus Bay: Optimizing Pharmacist Impact in Resuscitation Care
        October 18, 2026 4:00 PM

        Activity No. 0204-9999-26-286-L01-P; 1.50 contact hours.
        Application Based Activity

        • Speaker: Curtis J. Geier, Pharm.D., BCEMP
          Emergency Medicine Clinical Pharmacist San Francisco General Hospital
        • Speaker: Kevin J. Mercer, Pharm.D., MPH, FCCM, BCCCP, BCEMP, BCPS, CPH
          Assistant Professor of Practice | The University of Texas at Austin College of Pharmacy Emergency Medicine Pharmacist | HCA Houston Healthcare Research Coordinator | Southeast Texas Poison Center
        Learning Objectives

        1. Apply the best evidence to care for a patient experiencing cardiac arrest.  

        2. Evaluate current clinical practice guidelines and literature related to cardiac arrest pharmacotherapy.  

        3. Describe strategies for communication surrounding high acuity patient care scenarios.

        Navigating the New World of Kidney Disease Management and Estimations
        October 18, 2026 4:00 PM

        Activity No. 0217-0000-26-011-L01-P; 1.50 contact hours.
        Application Based Activity

        • Moderator: Christine A. Schumacher, Pharm.D., FCCP, BCACP, BCCP, BCPS
          Professor, Pharmacy Practice Director, PGY2 Ambulatory Care Residency Program Midwestern University College of Pharmacy, Downers Grove Campus Clinical Pharmacist, Northwestern Medicine
        Learning Objectives

        1. Describe the mechanisms of action and clinical benefits of emerging nephrology therapies, including treatments for anemia, IgA nephropathy, and other kidney-related conditions.

        2. Analyze the key considerations for integrating new therapies into clinical practice for management of anemia, IgA nephropathy, and other kidney-related conditions, including selection based on patient specific factors and laboratory values, ongoing monitoring requirements, and management of potential adverse effects.

        3. Examine the evolving role of pharmacists in implementing new kidney disease treatments while ensuring patient safety and optimizing therapeutic outcomes.

        4. Discuss the challenges associated with assessing kidney function and adjusting drug dosages across various stages of kidney disease.

        Kidney Disease Unfiltered: Innovations, Challenges, and Future Directions
        • Speaker: Katie E. Cardone, Pharm.D., FCCP, FNKF, FASN
          Professor and Chair Dept of Pharmacy Practice Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences Albany, New York

        Empowering Kidney Health: Innovative Approaches to Comprehensive Disease Management
        • Speaker: Tracy Anderson-Haag, Pharm.D., BCPS, BCTXP
          Clinical Pharmacy Specialist-Transplantation Residency Program Director, PGY-2 Solid Organ Transplant Hennepin Healthcare Minneapolis, MN and Adjunct Associate Professor University of Minnesota, College of Pharmacy Minneapolis, MN

        Expanding Roles, Expanding Impact: Providing Patient-Centered Care in Multiple Pharmacy Settings​
        October 18, 2026 4:00 PM

        Activity No. 0217-0000-26-012-L04-P; 1.50 contact hours.
        Knowledge Based Activity

        • Speaker: Tho H. Pham, Pharm.D., BCIDP
          Antimicrobial Resistance/Antimicrobial Stewardship Lead at the Arizona Department of Health Services Assistant Professor of Practice, University of Arizona R Ken Coit College of Pharmacy
        Learning Objectives

        1.  Describe the role of the outpatient pharmacist in menopause and perimenopause care. 

        2. Review the role of integrative medicine pharmacists. 

        3. Discuss the role of pharmacists in community-based testand-treat programs. 

        4. Recognize barriers to implementation of pharmacy services in perimenopause & menopause care, integrative medicine clinics, and communitybased test-and-treat programs. 

        Champions for Women’s Health: The Role of Pharmacists in Perimenopause and Menopause Clinics
        • Speaker: Veronica Vernon, Pharm.D., BCACP, BCPS
          Associate Professor and Chair of Pharmacy Practice Butler University College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences Indianapolis, IN

        Complementary Care: Expanding the Role of Pharmacists in Integrative Medicine
        • Speaker: Hung Du, Pharm.D., M.Sc., Eli Lilly Fellow
          Pharmacy Supervisor Susan Samueli Integrative Health Institute - UCI Health Irvine, California

        Rapid Response: Pharmacist-Driven Test-and-Treat Programs
        • Speaker: Michael E. Klepser, Pharm.D., FCCP
          Professor of Pharmacy, Ferris State University, Kalamazoo, Michigan

        BCOP/BCPPS Clinical Session — Guided by the Invisible: MRD-Driven Treatment Decisions in Pediatric and Adult Leukemia Care
        October 18, 2026 4:00 PM

        Activity No. 0217-9999-26-116-L01-P; 2.00 contact hours.
        Application Based Activity

        • Moderator: Sarah Jane E. Faro, Pharm.D., MS, BCOP, BCPS
          Clinical Pharmacist Practitioner, Pediatric Hematology/Oncology & Cellular Therapies Oregon Health & Science University Portland, OR
        • Speaker: Kate E. Gasparini, Pharm.D., BCOP, BCPPS
          Pediatric Oncology Clinical Pharmacy Specialist III Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, Dept of Pharmacy New York, NY
        • Speaker: Charlotte B. Wagner, Pharm.D., BCOP
          Assistant Professor University of Colorado Skaggs School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences Clinical Pharmacy Specialist Blood Disorders and Cellular Therapy Center UCHealth
        Learning Objectives

        1. Discuss detection methodologies used to determine MRD in pediatric and adult leukemia, including clinical advantages and limitations relevant to practice.

        2. Apply MRD results to optimize leukemia treatment decisions, including therapy escalation, deescalation, and sequencing, based on current evidence.

        3. Compare MRD-guided treatment approaches across pediatric and adult leukemia populations to support age-appropriate therapy selection and continuity of care.

        4. Examine strategies to prevent, monitor, and manage toxicities associated with MRD-driven therapies, including targeted agents, immunotherapies, and hematopoietic stem cell transplantation.

        Transplant PRN Focus Session — Check Yourself Before You Wreck Yourself: Management of ICIs in Solid Organ Transplant
        October 18, 2026 4:00 PM


        Knowledge Based Activity

        • Moderator: Marissa M. Brokhof, Pharm.D., BCPS, BCTXP
        Learning Objectives

        1. Examine immunologic mechanisms and adverse effects associated with immune checkpoint inhibitor use.  

        2. ​​​Summarize the role of immune checkpoint inhibitor therapy in the pre- and-post transplant setting for hepatocellular carcinoma and skin cancer, respectively.​​  

        3. ​​​Identify the risks associated with the use of immune checkpoint inhibitors for cancer therapy in the pre- and post-transplant phases.​​  

        4. Outline an assessment and management plan for the consideration of immune checkpoint Inhibitor use in the pre- and post-transplant setting.​​  

        An Overview of Immune Checkpoint Inhibitors from the Drug Information Experts​
        • Speaker: Kristen D. Belfield, Pharm.D., BCTXP

        Revolutionizing Cancer Treatment: The Use of Immune Checkpoint Inhibitors
        • Speaker: Abbie D. Leino, Pharm.D., Ph.D., BCPS

        The Role of the Pharmacist: Managing Immune Checkpoint Inhibitor Use Pre- and Post-Transplant​
        • Speaker: Mary Leick, Pharm.D., BCPS, BCTXP

        Question & Answer Panel

        BCOP Clinical Session — Through Cancer Treatment to End-of-Life: Updates in Supportive Care and Medical Aid-in-Dying (MAiD)
        October 19, 2026 8:45 AM

        Activity No. 0217-9999-26-118-L01-P; 2.00 contact hours.
        Application Based Activity

        • Speaker: Sarah Maryon Hayes, Pharm.D., BCOP
          Hematology/Oncology Clinical Pharmacy Specialist, North Memorial Health, Robbinsdale, Minnesota
        • Speaker: Kasey L. Malotte, BCPS
          Advanced Practice Pharmacist, Supportive Care Medicine, Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Los Angeles, California
        Learning Objectives

        1. Apply current guideline updates in supportive care to assist cancer patients with pain management, cachexia, fatigue, and treatment-related adverse effects.

        2. Provide recommendations for the use of cannabis for supportive care during cancer treatment.

        3. Assess the pharmacology and pharmacodynamics of the medications used in medical aid in dying (MAiD) practice.

        4. Examine the regulatory and operational aspects of MAiD practice for cancer in the United States.

        BCACP/BCGP Clinical Session — ACT-CGM: Applying Continuous Glucose Monitoring to Reduce Clinical Inertia in Diabetes Management
        October 19, 2026 9:15 AM

        Activity No. 0217-9999-26-117-L01-P; 1.50 contact hours.
        Application Based Activity

        • Speaker: Ariel Ferdock, Pharm.D., BCACP, BCPS, BC-ADM, CDCES
          Ambulatory Care Pharmacist - Primary Care Mayo Clinic Health System La Crosse, WI
        • Speaker: Erica Wilson, Pharm.D.
          Clinical Pharmacist, Population Health
          University of Maryland St. Joseph Medical Center
          Towson, MD
        Learning Objectives

        1. Design a structured approach to reviewing continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) reports to efficiently identify actionable glucose patterns in clinical diabetes management.

        2. Evaluate CGM metrics to prioritize medication therapy decisions that improve glycemic outcomes while minimizing hypoglycemia risk in adults and older adult patients.

        3. Practice integrating CGM data into pharmacist-driven clinical decision-making to individualize diabetes therapy intensification or de-escalation.

        4. Apply CGM data to engage patients in shared decision-making and goal setting that supports safe, patient-centered diabetes management and reduces clinical inertia.

        Clinical Administration PRN Focus Session — Governance, Guidance, and Growth: Artificial Intelligence Evaluation and Implementation
        October 19, 2026 9:15 AM

        Activity No. 0217-0000-26-150-L04-P; 1.50 contact hours.
        Knowledge Based Activity

        • Moderator: Yujing Z. Steenwyk, Pharm.D., MS, BCPS
          Coordinator, Acute Care Surgery Pharmacy Services UF Health Shands Hospital Gainesville, FL
        Learning Objectives

        1. Define the core components of AI governance in health systems.

        2. Identify where pharmacy leadership should contribute within AI oversight structures.

        3. Recognize factors that impact AI trustworthiness for medication use, including safety, monitoring, and bias/equity considerations.

        4. Select clinical and operational functions that AI tools can assist with in health-system pharmacy practice.

        5. Evaluate how AI adoption should align with organizational goals, policies, and patient safety priorities across varied care settings.

        6. Summarize implementation lessons learned to support safe, scalable, interprofessional AI deployment in pharmacy workflow.

        Guardrails for Intelligence: Pharmacy Leadership in AI Governance
        • Speaker: Susan M. Flaker
        • Speaker: Trinh Le

        Safeguarding Patients in the Age of AI: Pharmacy’s Responsibility
        • Speaker: Zach Krauss, Pharm.D., MBA, MS

        Pharmacy Case Studies in AI Implementation
        • Speaker: David Aguero, Pharm.D.
          Director, Medication Systems and Informatics Program Director, PGY-2 Pharmacy Informatics St. Jude Children's Research Hospital Memphis, Tennessee

        Health Outcomes PRN Focus Session — Unlocking National Datasets: Leveraging Publicly Available Data for Real-World Outcomes Research in Pharmacy
        October 19, 2026 9:15 AM

        Activity No. 0217-0000-26-160-L99-P; 1.50 contact hours.
        Knowledge Based Activity

        • Moderator: Andrew Y. Hwang, Pharm.D., M.S., BCPS
          Associate Professor, Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences, School of Pharmacy, Boston, Massachusetts
        Learning Objectives

        1. Identify key national publicly available datasets suitable for pharmacy-related outcomes research.

        2. Discuss key considerations for selecting the most appropriate national dataset to address pharmacy-focused research questions.

        3. Describe study designs and analytic approaches used in real-world outcomes studies using public datasets.

        4. Outline common analytic challenges and sources of bias when analyzing and interpretating publicly available data.

        5. Explore a practical example of pharmacist-led research using public data.

        Designing Pharmacy Outcomes Research Using Publicly Available Data: A Collaborative, Decision-Focused Approach
        • Speaker: Omolola A. Adeoye-Olatunde, Pharm.D., M.S.
          Assistant Professor of Pharmacy Practice Purdue University, College of Pharmacy

        Analytic and Methodologic Considerations in Using Publicly Available Data for Pharmacy Health Services Research
        • Speaker: Joshua Jacobs, Pharm.D., Ph.D., BCCP
          University of Utah, Salt Lake City, Utah

        Panel Q&A Discussion

        BCGP Clinical Session — Inappropriate Medications: Let's Kick the Habit!
        October 19, 2026 12:30 PM

        Activity No. 0204-9999-26-270-L05; 1.00 contact hour.
        Application Based Activity

        • Speaker: Lisa C. Hutchison, Pharm.D., FCCP, BCPS
          Professor University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences College of Pharmacy Little Rock, Arkansas
        Learning Objectives

        1. Using evidence-based tools, evaluate a medication regimen to determine if prescribed medications have an acceptable risk/benefit. 

        2. Analyze therapeutic options to use in place of inappropriate medications in older adults. 

        3. Design a care plan to deprescribe inappropriate medications for an older adult. 

        4. Apply tools to incorporate patients and caregivers in shared decision-making to improve the success of a deprescribing plan. 

        BCCCP Clinical Session — The Big Squeeze: Mastering Rescue Therapies for Vasoplegia
        October 19, 2026 12:30 PM

        Activity No. 0204-9999-26-300-L01-P; 1.00 contact hour.
        Application Based Activity

        • Speaker: Nicholas Barker, Pharm.D., BCCCP, BCCP
        Learning Objectives

        1. Define hemodynamic criteria for vasoplegia and explain key pathophysiologic pathways involved in its development.

        2. Assess key risk factors to stratify patients at high risk for refractory shock.

        3. Evaluate literature related to vasoplegia treatment options supporting the efficacy and safety of emerging therapies.

        4. Construct a vasoplegia treatment algorithm accounting for patient and drug-specific factors.

        Drug Information PRN Focus Session — 505(b)(2) FDA Pathway Products, Biosimilars, and Pharmacogenomics: Implications for Artificial Intelligence and Drug Information Services
        October 19, 2026 1:45 PM

        Activity No. 0217-0000-26-152-L04-P; 1.50 contact hours.
        Knowledge Based Activity

        • Moderator: Julie B. Sibbesen, Pharm.D.
          Clinical Pharmacy Specialist, Enterprise Medication Use Hematology/Oncology and Ambulatory Care Services West Virginia University (WVU) Medicine Morgantown, West Virginia
        Learning Objectives

        1. Identify operational and regulatory challenges associated with 505(b)(2) FDA pathway products, including HCPCS coding complexities, claim denial patterns, biosimilar distinctions, and formulary and reimbursement implications in health system settings.

        2. Describe the current payer landscape for biosimilar adoption, including formulary management approaches, coverage variability across insurance plans, and economic considerations supporting institutional decision-making.

        3. Describe Clinical Pharmacogenetics Implementation Consortium (CPIC) and FDA pharmacogenomic guidance for high‑impact drug–gene pairs and its application to medication selection in person‑centered care.

        4. Discuss integration of pharmacogenomics clinical decision support tools into clinical workflows to prevent adverse drug reactions and optimize therapeutic outcomes.

        5. Discuss artificial intelligence (AI) applications in drug information services, including ethical considerations, implementation barriers, and frameworks for responsible AI adoption while maintaining professional standards and patient safety.

        Similar Stories, Different Paths: 505(b)(2) Products Meet Biosimilars

        Beyond the Test Result: Critical Role of Drug Information in Pharmacogenomics
        • Speaker: Amanda Massmann, Pharm.D.
          Lead Clinical Pharmacogenomics Pharmacist Sanford Health Assistant Clinical Professor University of South Dakota Sanford School of Medicine Sioux Falls, South Dakota

        Facilitated Panel Q&A

        Emergency Medicine PRN Focus Session — Care of the Boarded Patient: Practical Clinical and Operational Strategies to Improve Emergency Department Care​
        October 19, 2026 1:45 PM

        Activity No. 0217-0000-26-154-L04-P; 1.50 contact hours.
        Knowledge Based Activity

        • Moderator: David E. Zimmerman, Pharm.D., FCCP, FASHP, FCCP, BCCCP, BCEMP
          Associate Professor of Pharmacy Duquesne University School of Pharmacy Pittsburgh, PA
        Learning Objectives

        1. Describe the impact emergency department (ED) boarding and overcrowding can have on emergency medicine (EM) and pharmacy operation services.

        2. Identify administrative and operational strategies to optimize the care of the boarded patient.

        3. Summarize innovative practices to improve the care of the ED boarded patient.

        ED Boarding Crisis: The Current State of Affairs
        • Speaker: Bryan J. Gendron, Pharm.D., BCEMP

        It Takes a Village to Care for the Boarded Patient
        • Speaker: Yujing Z. Steenwyk, Pharm.D., MS, BCPS
          Coordinator, Acute Care Surgery Pharmacy Services UF Health Shands Hospital Gainesville, FL

        Utilizing IT and Other Initiatives to Improve the Care of the Boarded Patient
        • Speaker: Laura E. Celmins, Pharm.D., BCCCP, BCEMP

        BCACP/BCGP Clinical Session — From Evidence to Action: UTI Updates in Ambulatory Care and Older Adults
        October 19, 2026 1:45 PM

        Activity No. 0204-9999-26-236-L01-P; 1.50 contact hours.
        Application Based Activity

        • Speaker: Danielle Fixen, Pharm.D., BCGP
          University of Colorado Skaggs School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Science
        Learning Objectives

        1. Review IDSA guidelines, discuss symptoms and differences between uncomplicated, complicated and recurrent UTIs via multiple patient examples.

        2. Review UTI treatment options in ambulatory care and older adults as well as length of therapy.

        3. Compare therapeutic options for older adults, including discussion of the Beers Criteria, renal considerations, and medications with a high risk of side effects.

        4. Review UTI prevention strategies and evidence. Apply in a patient case scenario,

        Sex, Drugs, and Risk Reduction: Discussing and Debating Estrogen and Testosterone in 2026
        October 19, 2026 1:45 PM

        Activity No. 0217-0000-26-112-L01-P; 1.50 contact hours.
        Application Based Activity

        • Speaker: Jimmy Gonzalez, Pharm.D., MPH, BCPS
          Clinical Associate Professor Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey Piscataway, NJ
        • Speaker: Karen M. Gunning, Pharm.D., B.S.Pharm, FCCP, BCACP, BCPS
          Professor (Clinical) of Pharmacotherapy Associate Dean The University of Utah College of Pharmacy Salt Lake City, Utah
        Learning Objectives

        1. Critique key historical studies contributing to conflicting perspectives on cardiovascular risk with testosterone therapy.

        2. Reconcile discordance between public policy and clinical practice guidelines on testosterone therapy with emerging literature.

        3. Formulate evidence-based and patient-centered testosterone therapy recommendations reflective of the latest evidence on cardiovascular risks and benefits.

        4. Compare the results and context of the original Women’s Health Initiative studies to the application of studies today. 

        5. Organize a list of indications for menopausal hormone therapy based on the strength of evidence to support the indications.

        6. Given patient specific menopausal symptoms, design an evidence-based person-centered care plan for symptom control.

        Pulmonary PRN Focus Session — Bronchiectasis Unplugged: Clearing Airways, Preventing Flares, and Managing Persistent Infections
        October 19, 2026 1:45 PM

        Activity No. 0217-0000-26-170-L01-P; 1.50 contact hours.
        Application Based Activity

        • Moderator: Paul J. Solinsky, Pharm.D., BCACP, AE-C
          Clinical Associate Professor of Pharmacy Practice University of Maryland School of Pharmacy Baltimore, Maryland Clinical Pharmacist Baltimore Washington Medical Center - Pulmonary Care Glen Burnie, Maryland
        Learning Objectives

        1. ​​Describe the cycle of inflammation, infection, epithelial dysfunction, and lung structure damage that underlies bronchiectasis.​​  

        2. Differentiate the various etiologies of non–cystic fibrosis bronchiectasis based on patient specific factors.  

        ​​​3. Compare the effectiveness of available airway clearance therapies for patients with bronchiectasis.​​  

        4. Recommend the appropriate use of brensocatib based on patient specific factors and available evidence from clinical trials.  

        5. Formulate an appropriate antimicrobial therapy for P. aeruginosa infections in bronchiectasis patients, including acute exacerbations and chronic suppressive therapy.​​  

        6. ​​​​Design a multi-antimicrobial drug therapy plan for patients with nontuberculous mycobacteria infection based on cultures, patient factors, and current guidelines.  

        Bronchiectasis: Current Understanding of Pathophysiology and Disease  Phenotypes​
        • Speaker: Lauren M. Simonds, Pharm.D., BCIDP, BCPS

        Chronic Bronchiectasis Management: Airway Clearance and Exacerbation Reduction Strategies ​
        • Speaker: Andrea M. Nei, Pharm.D., BCCCP, BCPS
          Andrea Nei, PharmD., BCPS, BCCCP Clinical Pharmacist - Pulmonary Medicine, Mayo Clinic, ***, Rochester, MN

        Management of Acute and Chronic Infections in Bronchiectasis​
        • Speaker: Christo L. Cimino, Pharm.D., BCIDP

        Health Equity PRN Focus Session — Equity in Practice: Pharmacotherapy Across Diverse Patient Populations​
        October 19, 2026 3:30 PM

        Activity No. 0217-0000-26-159-L01-P; 1.50 contact hours.
        Knowledge Based Activity

          Learning Objectives

          1. Describe the ethical, cultural, and clinical considerations involved in managing critical care scenarios for patients who are Jehovah’s Witnesses and decline blood products.

          2. Discuss pharmacologic and non‑pharmacologic methods to improve outcomes in the absence of transfusion, including hemoglobin-based oxygen carriers (HBOCs).

          3. Discuss guidelines for the management of diabetes mellitus during Ramadan.

          4. Recognize evidence-based recommendations for culturally sensitive care to patients who fast during Ramadan.

          5. Describe drug-drug interaction considerations of nutritional supplements and herbal medications in patients who are the recipients of a solid organ transplant.

          6. Discuss the use of cannabis in patients who are the recipients of a solid organ transplant impact on clinical outcomes.

          7. Identify evidence‑based management plans for patients with clinically significant drug–drug interactions between immunosuppressants and cannabis components.

          Critical Care Management of Jehovah’s Witnesses Who Decline Blood Products
          • Speaker: Melissa Santibanez, Pharm.D., FCCM, BCCCP
            Drug Information Specialist, InpharmD

          Management Strategies in Patients with Diabetes Who Fast During Ramadan
          • Speaker: Lalita Prasad-Reddy, Pharm.D., MS, FCCP, BCACP, CDCES
            Assistant Dean of Preclerkship Education, Vice-Chair of Foundational Sciences @ Humanities Chicago Medical School, Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science Clinical Pharmacy Specialist - Outpatient Internal Medicine Rush University Internists, Rush University Medical Center Chicago, IL

          Alternative Medicine Use in Solid Organ Transplant Recipients: Drug-Drug Interactions with Herbal Medications and Cannabis
          • Speaker: Nicole A. Pilch, Pharm.D., FAST, BCPS, BCTXP, CPHQ
            Solid Organ Transplant Clinical Specialist, Medical University of South Carolina, Charleston, South Carolina

          Facilitated Panel Q&A with Speakers

          Pharmacokinetics/Pharmacodynamics/Pharmacogenomics PRN Focus Session — When Genotyping Isn’t Enough: Rare Genetic Variants and Real-Life Influences on Medication Response
          October 19, 2026 3:30 PM

          Activity No. 0217-0000-26-169-L01-P; 1.50 contact hours.
          Knowledge Based Activity

            Learning Objectives

            1. Recognize the potential for DPYD variants to cause treatment-limiting and potentially fatal adverse drug reactions.  

            2. Identify important considerations when ordering DPYD testing and interpreting DPYD test results.

            3. Recognize advocacy efforts and their impact on facilitating policy change for routine DPYD testing.

            4. Identify key sources of high-quality, evidence-based Pharmacogenomics information.

            5. Identify intrinsic characteristics and medical conditions that impact interpretation of pharmacogenomics results.

            6. Discuss evidence-based sources of PGx information to differentiate between appropriate and inappropriate application of pharmacogenomics testing. 

            DPYD: From Evidence to Advocacy to Action
            • Speaker: D. Max Smith, III, Pharm.D., BCPS

            Your Patient is More Than a Genotype: Non-Genetic Factors That Impact Phenotype
            • Speaker: Cyrine E. Haidar, Pharm.D., BCOP
              St. Jude Children’s Hospital, Memphis, Tennessee

            Ambulatory Care PRN Focus Session — Clinic Made Smarter: Ambient Documentation, AI-Assisted Learning, and Technology-Assisted Patient Identification
            October 19, 2026 3:30 PM


            Application Based Activity

            • Moderator: Jonathan C. Hughes, Pharm.D., BCACP
              Ambulatory Care Pharmacy Manager Ascension Saint Thomas Murfreesboro, Tennessee
            Learning Objectives

            1. Evaluate how ambient documentation tools, AI-driven evidence retrieval, and clinical decision support can streamline provider workflows and enhance accuracy in ambulatory care.

            2. Apply AI platforms to teaching and precepting for tutoring, case creation, and feedback, with attention to common pitfalls and principles for safe, appropriate vetting.

            3. Examine emerging and potential applications of AI-enabled patient identification, risk stratification, intervention support, and reporting to support value-based care and clinic-wide efficiency as the technology develops.

            Less Typing, Better Decisions: Practical Use of Ambient Documentation and AI Evidence Retrieval
            • Speaker: Morgan P. Stewart, Pharm.D., BC-ADM
              University of Texas at Austin College of Pharmacy

            AI as a Preceptor Extender: Supporting Teaching and Learner Assessment Without Replacing Judgment
            • Speaker: Ashley M. Higbea, Pharm.D., BCPS

            Beyond Dashboards: Exploring AI-Supported Population Health in Ambulatory Care
            • Speaker: Duncan X. Dobbins, Pharm.D., B.S.Pharm, MHI
              Clinical Informatics & AI Pharmacist Geisinge

            Question & Answer Panel

            Heated Rival-Rx: Opportunities and Interventions in Sports Pharmacy
            October 19, 2026 3:30 PM

            Activity No. 0217-0000-26-113-L01-P; 1.50 contact hours.
            Application Based Activity

            • Speaker: Marina Suzuki, Pharm.D., Ph.D., BCACP, BCPS
              Health Economics Research Manager Washington State Health Care Authority Olympia, WA
            Learning Objectives

            1. Interpret key anti-doping rules relevant to clinical pharmacists.

            2. Describe athlete experiences and expectations surrounding anti-doping regulations.

            3. Evaluate use of prohibited substances and methods.

            4. Show resources available to pharmacists providing care to athlete-patients.

            5. Assess how pharmacists can help athletes apply for therapeutic use exemptions.

            6. Recommend appropriate supplement use for athletes through evidence-based evaluation of risks and benefits.

            BCEMP Clinical Session — Ketamine in the Emergency Department: Indications, Intensities, and Inherent Risks
            October 19, 2026 3:30 PM

            Activity No. 0204-9999-26-365-L01-P; 1.50 contact hours.
            Application Based Activity

            • Speaker: Lance Ray, Pharm.D., BCEMP
              Program Chair Denver Health Denver, Colorado
            • Speaker: Megan A. Rech, Pharm.D., Masters in Research, FCCP, FCCM, BCCCP
              Research Health Scientist | Clinical Pharmacist Specialist Center of Innovation for Complex Chronic Healthcare Edward Hines Jr VA Hospital
            Learning Objectives

            1. Apply indication-based ketamine dosing in the ED and prehospital scenarios.

            2. Analyze patient and clinical factors affecting ketamine safety.

            3. Evaluate safety and mitigation strategies for ketamine use in high-acuity patients.

            4. Analyze downstream consequences of ketamine decisions on airway management and disposition.

            Pharmaceutical Industry PRN Focus Session — Collaborating Across the Divide: Clinical Pharmacy and Medical Affairs in Modern Healthcare
            October 19, 2026 3:30 PM

            Activity No. 0217-0000-26-168-L99-P; 1.50 contact hours.
            Knowledge Based Activity

            • Moderator: Joseph V. Ybarra, Pharm.D., MSHA, FASPEN
            Learning Objectives

            1. ​Review newly published ACCP White Paper on Professional Interactions. ​ 

            2. ​Describe the evolution of Medical Affairs, highlighting distinct roles and capabilities of clinical pharmacists.​ 

            3. ​Discuss the application of ethical and regulatory frameworks to various practice settings and real-world scenarios.​ 

            4. ​Outline considerations for ethical, evidence-based collaboration between clinical pharmacist and promotional versus non-promotional industry activities.​ 

            5. ​​​Describe the impact of clinical pharmacist-industry partnerships on patient care, population health, and quality improvement initiatives. 

            6. ​​​Explain the practice resources available from industry partners to support clinical pharmacists and improve patient care.​​  

            Medical Affairs Now: Translating the ACCP White Paper into Clinical Impact
            • Speaker: Megan Kunka Fritz, Pharm.D., BCPS

            Ethics in Action: Using Guidelines to Prevent Real and Perceived Conflicts with Industry Partners
            • Speaker: Estella M. Davis, Pharm.D., FCCP, BCPS
              Associate Professor, Creighton University School of Pharmacy and Health Professions, Omaha, Nebraska

            New Frontiers: Empowering Collaborations to Lead Real-World Evidence and Healthcare Transformation
            • Speaker: Corey J. Witenko, Pharm.D., FCCM, BCCCP, BCPS
              Medical Science / Clinical Trial Liaison​, ​Theravance Biopharma​ New York, New York

            Q&A with Panelists

            Endocrine and Metabolism PRN Focus Session — Pumped Up in Primary Care! Integrating Continuous Subcutaneous Insulin Infusion Management into Primary Practice
            October 20, 2026 8:30 AM

            Activity No. 0217-0000-26-155-L01-P; 1.50 contact hours.
            Knowledge Based Activity

            • Moderator: Lauren Cunningham, Pharm.D., BCACP, CDCES
              Clinical Assistant Professor Assistant Director, PGY2 Ambulatory Care Residency Program Department of Pharmacy Practice University of Illinois Chicago Retzky College of Pharmacy Ambulatory Care Clinical Pharmacist, Family Medicine University of Illinois Hospital and Health Sciences System
            Learning Objectives

            1. Describe the key features and functions of currently available continuous subcutaneous insulin infusion systems for adults with diabetes.

            2. Summarize clinical trial and real-world evidence on glycemic outcomes associated with continuous subcutaneous insulin infusion therapy.

            3. Explain approaches to incorporating continuous subcutaneous insulin infusion data into primary care clinic workflows.

            4. Outline best practices for medication management and therapy adjustments in patients using continuous subcutaneous insulin infusion in primary care.

            5. Discuss real-world challenges and solutions related to implementing continuous subcutaneous insulin infusion therapy in the primary care setting. 

            Breaking Down the Basics of Continuous Subcutaneous Insulin Infusion Therapy: Devices and Glycemic Outcomes
            • Speaker: Jordin Millward, Pharm.D., MPH, BCPS, CDCES
              Clinical Assistant Professor Idaho State University L.S. Skaggs College of Pharmacy Pocatello, Idaho

            Primed for Practice: Continuous Subcutaneous Insulin Infusion Workflows and Medication Therapy Adjustments
            • Speaker: Jennifer Rosselli, Pharm.D., BC-ADM, CDCES

            Facilitated Q&A Panel with All Speakers

            BCACP Clinical Session — It’s Not Just a Phase: Managing Menopause as a Multisystem Condition
            October 20, 2026 8:30 AM

            Activity No. 0217-9999-26-119-L01-P; 1.50 contact hours.
            Application Based Activity

            • Speaker: Ellen Jones, Pharm.D., BCACP
              Associate Professor of Pharmacy Practice​ Harding University College of Pharmacy​ Searcy, Arkansas
            • Speaker: Shannon W. Finks, Pharm.D., FCCP, BCCP, BCPS, MSCP
              Professor of Clinical Pharmacy and Translational Science, University of Tennessee College of Pharmacy President, ZüpMedical Services, LLC, Memphis, Tennessee
            • Speaker: Kristi W. Kelley, Pharm.D., B.S.Pharm, FCCP, BCACP, BCPS, BC-ADM, CDCES
              Clinical Professor, Department of Pharmacy Practice, Auburn University Harrison College of Pharmacy; Clinical Pharmacist, Baptist Health Foundation Center for Medical and Surgical Care, Baptist Health - Princeton Hospital, Birmingham, Alabama
            Learning Objectives

            1. Evaluate system-based health risks in cardiovascular, skeletal, metabolic, cognitive, and genitourinary domains using knowledge of menopausal hormone fluctuations.

            2. Apply evidence-based pharmacologic and nonpharmacologic management strategies, including appropriate use of estrogen, progesterone, and testosterone therapy, to menopausal patient cases.

            3. Analyze common misconceptions and safety concerns regarding menopausal hormone therapy and apply current evidence to clinical decision-making.

            4. Develop coordinated management and patient education plans for menopausal patients in ambulatory care settings using interprofessional care principles.

            Skin in the Game: Burn and Wound Pharmacotherapy Updates
            October 20, 2026 8:30 AM

            Activity No. 0217-0000-26-114-L01-P; 1.50 contact hours.
            Application Based Activity

            • Speaker: Kaitlin A. Pruskowski, Pharm.D., FCCM, BCCCP, BCPS
              Clinical Pharmacist US Army Institute of Surgical Research JBSA Fort Sam Houston, TX
            Learning Objectives

            1. Determine burn injury severity by assessing the size and depth of injury.

            2. Recommend an appropriate burn resuscitation strategy for a patient with a large body surface area burn.

            3. Compare pharmacokinetic alterations after burn injury to patients without burns.

            4. Select topical antimicrobial therapies based on wound characteristics, infection risk, and patient-specific factors.

            5. Construct a multimodal analgesic regimen for a patient with a large body surface area burn.

            6. Recognize drug-induced Stevens-Johnson syndrome (SJS) and toxic epidermal necrolysis (TEN) to initiate appropriate therapy.

            Breaking Barriers: Exploring Changes in Healthcare to Expand Access and Improve Care
            October 20, 2026 8:30 AM

            Activity No. 0217-0000-26-013-L04-P; 1.50 contact hours.
            Knowledge Based Activity

            • Moderator: Lyndsi K. Meyenburg, Pharm.D., BCPS
              Clinical Pharmacy Specialist Ascension Seton Austin, Texas
            Learning Objectives

            1. Describe recent Medicare coverage changes intended to improve medication access.

            2. Identify best practices for supporting uninsured individuals, with a focus on addressing the unique needs of immigrant populations.

            3. Review the 340B program and how institutional cost savings can be leveraged to expand patient care access.

            4. Discuss the use of patient assistance programs to improve medication access across the spectrum of care.

            5. Match federal programs, patient assistance programs, and other medication access tools to the populations served, availability in inpatient versus outpatient settings, and associated patient costs.

            Mastering the Maze: Medicare Updates and Patient Counseling Strategies
            • Speaker: Adriane N. Irwin, Pharm.D., MS, FCCP, BCACP
              Clinical Professor, Chair of the Department of Pharmacy Practice Oregon State University College of Pharmacy Corvallis, OR

            Unlocking the Vault: 340B Savings and Medication Access Hacks
            • Speaker: Jessica Tilton, Pharm.D., FCCP, BCACP
              Clinical Assistant Professor Clinical Pharmacist Medication Therapy Management Clinic; Clinical Coordinator University of Illinois at Chicago Chicago, Illinois

            Lifelines for the Left Out: Championing Uninsured and Immigrant Care
            • Speaker: Sharon E. Connor, Pharm.D.
              Associate Professor, University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

            Pain and Palliative Care PRN and Perioperative PRN Focus Session — The Cutting Edge: Updates and Current Challenges in Perioperative Pain Management
            October 20, 2026 8:30 AM


            Knowledge Based Activity

              Learning Objectives

              1. Review the pharmacology and place in therapy of suzetrigine.

              2. Define comprehensive perioperative medication management plans utilizing ERAS principles in the preoperative, intraoperative, and postoperative setting.

              3. Describe misconceptions and barriers to adequate pain management in acute outpatient surgery patients with MOUD.

              4. List implementation strategies for suzetrigine integration, ERAS adoption, and MOUD guideline implementation.

              Beyond Stigma: Evaluating Suzetrigine and Evidence-Based MOUD Dispensing to Transform Pain Care for Vulnerable Populations

              The Pharmacist's Perioperative Playbook: Mastering ERAS Protocols and Multimodal Analgesia with Suzetrigine as an Emerging Non-Opioid Consideration

              Global Health PRN Focus Session — Pressure Under Pressure: Making Hypertension Guidelines Work in Resource-Limited Settings
              October 20, 2026 8:30 AM

              Activity No. 0217-0000-26-158-L01-P; 1.50 contact hours.
              Knowledge Based Activity

              • Moderator: Yael Marks, Pharm.D.
              Learning Objectives

              1. Discuss contributing literature related to pharmacotherapy recommendations in the updated 2025 Hypertension Guidelines.

              2. Identify population gaps in the literature utilized in the guidelines.

              3. Describe barriers to guideline application in various resource limited settings. 

              4. Outline solutions that address barriers in guidelines application.

              5. Review evidence-based care plans that address gaps in the guidelines.

              Exploring the Evidence Gaps: Key Updates in the 2025 Hypertension Guidelines
              • Speaker: Lavinia Salama, Pharm.D., BCACP, BCGP, BC-ADM, CDCES

              When the Pressure’s On: Making Hypertension Guidelines Work with Limited Resources
              • Speaker: Dan N. Tran, Pharm.D.

              Panel Q&A Discussion

              Beyond the Counter and Into the Crisis: Pharmacist Roles in Disaster Response
              October 20, 2026 10:15 AM

              Activity No. 0217-0000-26-115-L01-P; 1.50 contact hours.
              Application Based Activity

              • Speaker: Madison L. Adams, Pharm.D., Master of Science in Health Care Administration, BCPS
                LCDR, U.S. Public Health Service/Indian Health Service Antimicrobial Stewardship and Inpatient Clinical Pharmacist Northern Navajo Medical Center Shiprock, NM
              Learning Objectives

              1. Categorize disasters, communicable disease outbreaks, and mass casualty events by their impact on pharmaceutical care and pharmacist involvement opportunities.

              2. Identify resources for education and training on preparedness, disaster response frameworks, and certifications that can enhance individual clinical pharmacist readiness.

              3. Evaluate disaster response medication management strategies using evidence-based frameworks to determine applicability across pharmacy practice settings.

              4. Formulate disaster response plans, policies and procedures, and protocols for your organization and/or practice site.

              5. Apply disaster response readiness skills in different clinical scenarios.

              BCACP/BCGP Clinical Session — From Risk to Rescue: PrEP and PEP Essentials
              October 20, 2026 10:15 AM

              Activity No. 0217-9999-26-120-L02-P; 1.50 contact hours.
              Application Based Activity

              • Speaker: Drew L. Armstrong, Pharm.D., FASHP, BCACP, AAHIVP, BC-ADM
                Manager, Ambulatory Clinical Pharmacy  PGY2 Ambulatory Care Residency Program Director Regional One Health | Memphis, TN Assistant Professor, UTHSC College of Pharmacy
              • Speaker: Spencer H. Durham, Pharm.D., FCCP, BCPS
                Associate Clinical Professor, Pharmacy Practice
                Auburn University Harrison College of Pharmacy
                Auburn, Alabama
              Learning Objectives

              1. Assess criteria that may place a patient at high risk of HIV infection.

              2. Utilize patient interview skills to conduct a sexual health history and identify HIV risk behaviors.

              3. Evaluate patient specific factors that may impact PrEP/PEP therapy selection.

              4. Develop a treatment plan for a patient starting PrEP or PEP

              5. Apply medication therapy recommendations from the most recent CDC PEP and PrEP guidelines.

              Education and Training PRN Focus Session — Cracking the Code: Critical Thinking and Clinical Reasoning Skills in Didactic Pharmacy Education
              October 20, 2026 10:15 AM

              Activity No. 0217-0000-26-153-L99-P; 1.50 contact hours.
              Application Based Activity

                Learning Objectives

                1. Discuss evidence-based strategies, including course design and activities, that promote clinical reasoning and critical thinking development in pharmacy learners.

                2. Examine assessment strategies to evaluate students’ critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.

                3. Examine learning activities that promote clinical reasoning in small and large group courses.

                4. Formulate a plan to assess critical thinking and clinical reasoning skills in small and large group settings.

                Teaching & Assessment Strategies for Critical Thinking & Clinical Reasoning Skills in Pharmacy Education
                • Speaker: Jennifer Babin, Pharm.D., BCPS

                Critical Thinking & Clinical Reasoning in Large Group Settings
                • Speaker: Julie A. Murphy, Pharm.D., FCCP, BCPS
                  Associate Professor, Department of Pharmacy Practice, University of Toledo, Toledo, Ohio

                Critical Thinking & Clinical Reasoning in Small Group Settings
                • Speaker: Anthony Hawkins, Pharm.D., FCCP, FCCM, BCCCP

                Facilitated Q&A Panel

                GI/Liver/Nutrition PRN Focus Session — Evolving Horizons in Inflammatory Bowel Disease: Contemporary Pharmacotherapy and Emerging Therapeutic Targets​
                October 20, 2026 10:15 AM

                Activity No. 0217-0000-26-157-L01-P; 1.50 contact hours.
                Application Based Activity

                • Moderator: Michael A. Rudoni, Jr., Pharm.D., FCCM, BCCCP, BCPS
                Learning Objectives

                1. ​Summarize current inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) treatment goals.​ 

                2. ​​​​Differentiate emerging therapeutic options used for inflammatory bowel disease management.​​​  

                3. Interpret recent guideline updates and pivotal clinical trial data to inform acute inpatient management of IBD.  

                4. ​​​Apply guideline recommendations and clinical trial evidence to outpatient IBD management decisions.​​ 

                5. ​​​Analyze treatment positioning and sequencing strategies across IBD therapies based on disease severity, risk stratification, and prior treatment exposure.​​  

                6. ​​​Design care plans that incorporate individualized and evidence-based treatment strategies for patients with IBD.​​  

                IBD Management Reimagined: Decoding Today’s Therapeutic Landscape
                • Speaker: Shubha Bhat, Pharm.D., FCCP, BCACP
                  Clinical Pharmacist - Gastroenterology/Hepatology Cleveland Clinic Foundation Cleveland, Ohio

                From Evidence to Action: Navigating Modern IBD Therapeutics
                • Speaker: Gregory Zumach, Pharm.D., BCPS
                  Clinical Assistant Professor, Oregon State University College of Pharmacy; Clinical Pharmacist, Good Samaritan Regional Medical Center Corvallis, Oregon

                Bridging the Gap: Case-Based Decision Making Across the IBD Care Continuum
                • Speaker: David K. Choi, Pharm.D.
                  Associate Director Clinical Pharmacy Specialist University of Chicago Medicine Inflammatory Bowel Disease Center Chicago, Illinois