ASHP Midyear Clinical Meeting & Exhibition

A report issued this week at the 2019 American Society of Health System Pharmacists Midyear Clinical Meeting & Exposition from McKesson RxO detailed the major trends and challenges in health care ahead.

Two new best practices, a new classification, and 5 updated existing rules.

Awarded at the ASHP 2019 reception.

Takeaways from a roundtable at ASHP 2019.

Presented at the ASHP Midyear 2019.

Based upon results from a military population study presented at ASHP 2019.

The pair were recognized for contributions to the association and industry.

Results at ASHP 2019 suggest potential for administration errors without proper guidance.

RDTs can improve outcomes and reduce unnecessary antibiotic use. 

Results from a poster at ASHP 2019.

Pharmacists provide clinical training and operational skillsets.

Health systems urged to adopt antibiotic stewardship programs by March 2020. 

Drug shortages might be decreasing, but their continued existence is urging the pharmacy industry to maintain its vigilance.

Pharmacies are making the most of tech from automation to big data.

Why is pharmacy work so stressful, and how can pharmacists take care of that stress?

How to handle controlled substances and medication safely.

By 2020, industry experts believe specialty drugs will account for 50% of U.S. spending on pharmaceuticals.

Results of a recent survey suggest employee-based drug abuse is a concern for many healthcare providers, though they don’t believe it can happen in their facilities.

Health systems offer a wider use of pharmacy training, but more readily succumb to drug shortages and frequent formulary changes.