APhA-ASP Region 3 Newsletter April 2013

February 1, 2013 [Edition 1, Volume 1]

APhA-ASP

Region 3

Newsletter

April 2013

APhA-ASP Region 3 Newsletter April 2013

APHA-ASP REGION 3 NEWSLETTER

In this Newsletter

March Recap:

Poison Prevention

and Cancer

Awareness Month

APhA2013

Patient Care

Project Spotlight

Collaboration

Corner

IPSF Involvement

Dual

Membership!

Delegate

Update

MRM 2013!

Future Dates

and Deadlines!

April 2013

We hope that you are doing well, and

enjoyed the semester! It is hard to believe that

in just a few weeks, summer will be here!

Make the most of these last few weeks as you

continue to touch and better the lives of

others!

We really enjoyed seeing so many of

you at APhA2013 in Los Angeles, California! IT

was great to reconnect with some of you,

and also meet other awesome Region 3

members! Our region was definitely well

represented at APhA2013, and this is truly a

reflection of your hearts to serve the

community, the public and each other. As

you prepare to turnover offices, reflect on

what you accomplished this past year, and

brainstorm new ideas over the summer, we

would just encourage you to keep pursuing

“service above self” in all areas of your

professional and personal endeavors.

Also, April is Autism Awareness Month!

Please feel free to send in anything your

chapter does to increase awareness and you

will be featured in the next newsletter!

Amy Kiskaddon


March Recap: Poison Prevention and Colorectal

Cancer Awareness Month!

Presbyterian College

Poison Control Week

On the week of March 25, our chapter helped raise awareness of the

dangerous consequences of toxic chemicals around the household to over 200

elementary students. Members of the chapter volunteered to help explain to the

kids the safety precautions and risks of everyday household chemicals. We

handed out supplemental information for the kids and parents in cases of

dangerous situations for any poisonous chemicals. Kids were able to ask questions

about any concerns they had regarding poison prevention.

March-National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month

In honor of the Awareness Month, we held our philanthropy fundraiser

March 18- 22. During the week we conducted various fundraiser events to raise

money for the Center for Colon Cancer Research of South Carolina. We had the

director of the CCR, Dr. Frank Berger, come speak to our chapter about the

importance of colon cancer and how we as student pharmacists have several

opportunities to raise awareness. We ended the week with a Low Country Boil

where students, professors, family and friends got together for some Cajun Style

fun. We raised over $2000 to help benefit the Center for Colon Cancer Research.

Jay Patel, Chapter President

Shuler Spigener, Chapter President-Elect


March Recap: APhA2013!

Meet your 2013-2014 National Executive Committee! (Nick, Brian and JT are from our own Region 3!)

Brandi Hamilton

University of Arkansas

APhA-ASP National President

Nicholas Capote

The University of Tennessee

APhA-ASP National President-Elect

Joshua Cahill Brian Donahue

D’Youville College Mercer University

APhA-ASP National Member-at-large APhA-ASP National Member-at-large

JT Fannin

University of Florida

APhA-ASP Speaker of the House

Nick grew up in Texas

and knew how to rope

cattle by middle school.

Nick has never had a

meal from Taco Bell

Nick did not build a

snowman until he was 20

years old!

Brian watches the

national spelling bee

every year.

Brian performed in

professional theater

during high school; and

writes music, sings and

plays the guitar.

Brian can do many

impersonations, including

Kermit the frog!

Growing up, JT

idolized Mel Blanc, and

wanted to do voice

over work for Disney

one day.

JT was the starting

quarterback for his high

school football team,

and as a senior, led the

team to their first ever 0-

10 season.



Chapter Achievement Awards!

Region 3 is awesome and was well represented at APhA2013. Three individuals

from our own region were elected to the National Executive Committee, 4 of the top

5 Chapters who raised the most money for PAC were from Region 3, and numerous

awards were presented to Region 3 Chapters! Congratulations!! Take a minute to

enjoy a recap of awards won by Region 3 Chapters!!

PAC Winner:


Most Improved Chapter 2011-2012:

Samford University

Division AAA First Runner Up Chapter Achievement Award 2011-2012:

Lipscomb University

Division A 1st Runner Up Chapter Achievement Award 2011-2012:

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

Division A Chapter Achievement Award 2011-2012:


APhA Outstanding Advisor Award:

Professor Thomas Munyer, University of Florida

Operation Immunization 2011-2012 National Award:


Operation Diabetes 2011-2012 National Award:


Generation Rx 2nd Place National Award:

East Tennessee State University

Generation Rx Region 3 Award:


Student Leadership Award:

Justin Arnall, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill




PAC Finalists from Region 3!



Samford University

East Tennessee State University

PAC Winners: University of Florida

“The University of Florida raised awareness and funds for pharmacy advocacy by hosting

pharmacy trivia contests, a Mr. College of Pharmacy Pageant, and offering dress-

down passes for our pharmacotherapy classes. Our alumni also generously contributed

toward our donations via the PAC Match Program.” Jeanette Connelly


PharmD Candidate 2014

Most Improved Chapter: Samford University

"Our APhA-ASP chapter was honored with the 2011-2012 Most

Improved Chapter Award at APhA2013. Over the 2011-2012 year, our

chapter experienced phenomenal growth as we greatly expanded

our offerings to our members. Over that year, we almost doubled our

membership to include almost 75% of our student body. We initiated 21

new patient care events, offered 8 policy and advocacy events, and

hosted a new series of professional development events. We were

especially proud of our opportunity to collaborate with the law school

on our campus to host an event featuring the Alabama Medicaid

Commissioner as well as a representative from the Alabama Hospital

Association. 2011-2012 was a tremendous year for our chapter, and we

were extremely honored to be recognized for our efforts." David South

Samford University


Division AAA First Runner Up Chapter Achievement Award: Lipscomb University

“As a new chapter with 241 members, we accomplished our

goals by expanding our patient care projects to the Nashville

community while encouraging chapter involvement. In addition

to numerous health fairs and screenings, our chapter was able

to give 977 flu shots at 66 different flu clinics, collaborate with

law enforcement at seven Drug Take Back events, and participate

in four charity walks. We are excited to continue our impact on our

community as we develop into a more established chapter.”

Elizabeth Cherry

Lipscomb University





Division A 1st Runner Up Chapter Achievement Award:


“The UNC chapter of APhA-ASP was honored with

the Division a Runner up Award at APhA2013.

Over the past year our chapter built upon a great

foundation and sought new ways to expand in our

commitment to patient care and opportunities for

student pharmacist professional development.

Highlights of the past year included the develop-

ment of a free immunization clinic, development

of a Men’s Health patient care project, formalizing

of a Communications Committee to improve

communications infrastructure of the chapter, and

expansion of the professional development series.”

Megan Smith, PharmD Candidate 2013

Justin Arnall, PharmD Candidate 2014

UNC Eshelman School of Pharmacy

Division A Chapter Achievement Award: The University of Tennessee

"We are truly a family at The University of

Tennessee College of Pharmacy's APhA-ASP

chapter. As our region is well aware, we proudly

travel in large numbers to MRM and annual

meeting to represent our chapter's achievements

and rich history in a proud and robust fashion. We

are privileged to have such opportunities at our

disposal through APhA-ASP and we strive to make

the most out of each patient care and professional

experience."

Susan Dickey, PharmD Candidate 2015

Nick Capote, PharmD Candidate 2015





APhA Outstanding Advisor Award: Professor Thomas Munyer, University of Florida

“Professor Munyer reminds us as students that we are not alone in this

struggle to succeed in pharmacy school, as he shares, “We all have

challenges and it’s not easy. This program is very different than anything any

of us have ever experienced. You struggle very hard and it’s difficult, like a

butterfly trying to get out of its cocoon. Rotations are when you spread your

wings and fly.”

When rotations were first introduced into the UF pharmacy program, he “got a glimpse of what

we, as pharmacists, could do for patients and for physicians… totally eye-opening” and he decided

not to go into pharmacology research and to be a clinician instead! He appreciatively thanks his

own professor, Ron Stuart for having the “drive and spirit to lay down the foundation for our college

to begin to expand in the clinician practice area” for the first time. Witnessing the profession change

so much over the years, as he confesses, “I wish I were your age! I see where we have come and all

of the opportunities that are happening for you that so many people have struggled for to begin.

You are getting recognized; insurance companies are beginning to pay you for your skills; you can

be an independent practitioner with a consultant license. We have dreamt of that all our lives, and

now they’re happening for you.” Professor Munyer genuinely wants us to succeed. “I love seeing our

students so well-prepared and seeing them want those responsibilities. Pharmacy has been a

wonderful career for me. I am in heaven. This is the best.” Arielle Gabarda, PharmD Candidate 2016

Caroline Davis, PharmD Candidate 2016


Student Leadership Award: Justin Arnall, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

One of the most influential leaders in your life?

My grandfather remains the most influential leader in my life. Growing up I was always amazed

at how people seemed to gravitate to him and how he was always willing to make things happen.

Whether a school board administrator, bank manager, church elder, or a volunteer at the French fry

booth at a local festival, my grandfather’s work ethic and infectious good nature embodied the

best qualities of a great leader!

Any Advice on being a leader?

Be open to any and all opportunities, and in all opportunities think about how you can help

others grow more than yourself. I have found throughout school and my time as a leader that often

the best projects were not ones that we expected. The greatest leaders that I

have seen and worked with find a way to embrace these opportunities with

their own plans, for the greatest impact and outcomes. Further, as a leader,

our duty is to those we lead. If ou’regoing to be a leader, always think first about

the people you’re leading, and do everything you can to help them develop

into leaders themselves.

Justin Arnall, PjarmD Candidate, 2014




The final report from the 2013 APhA-ASP House of Delegates session has been released.

Follow the link below to review it.

https://www.dropbox.com/s/d1a5noh2q4xqgmi/Report%20of%20the%202013%20APhA-

ASP%20House%20of%20Delegates.pdf

Advocacy Pearls!

Keys to Working with Your State Organization

At Annual, there was a session to give student pharmacists ideas on how to work with ASP and your

state association. Below are three keys to success…

1. Become Active in Policy

Many legislators are unaware of the services pharmacists can provide. Does your legislator know

pharmacists can immunize? How about being Certified Diabetes Educators? If not, then you should let

them know. Working on the state level allows us to work on a smaller scale with people you may know

(especially if you are from a small town like me) and make an impact you can really see.

2. Get Your APhA-ASP Chapter Involved

If you have a student liaison with your state association, then allow them to sit in with your executive

committee and give updates to your chapter. By doing this, all members in the ASP chapter can be

aware of the workings of their state organization and know the opportunities they have to work together.

3. Pool Your Resources

If you are lucky enough to have multiple colleges of pharmacy in your state, do not forget the

importance of collaboration. Collaborate to do statewide events to make a larger, more lasting impact.

Each ASP chapter has the ability to do great things, so how about we take those successes and amplify

them by working across our state.

FUN Memories!!

https://www.dropbox.com/s/d1a5noh2q4xqgmi/Report%20of%20the%202013%20APhA-ASP%20House%20of%20Delegates.pdf

https://www.dropbox.com/s/d1a5noh2q4xqgmi/Report%20of%20the%202013%20APhA-ASP%20House%20of%20Delegates.pdf


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Patient Care Project Spotlight!

Operation Immunization!

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hil

APhA-ASP Region 3 Operation Immunization Winner

2011-2012 was a big year for Operation Immunization at UNC! Not only were

successful volunteer events continued, but many new opportunities were

developed. These events enabled student volunteers to educate the community

about the importance of vaccinations, as well as the ability to administer vital

immunizations to patients.

The Student Health Action Coalition (SHAC) clinic and UNC Campus Health were

two new initiatives where student pharmacists were able to administer the influenza

vaccine. SHAC is an interdisciplinary effort between various health professions

students and provides free medical care to uninsured and underserved members of

the community. Funding from the APhA Foundation Student Pharmacist Innovation in

Immunization Practices grant enabled all eligible SHAC clinic patients to receive the

influenza vaccine free of charge. Student pharmacists were involved in taking

medication histories, asking if patients were interested in the service, and

administering the vaccine to consented patients. The Campus Health Pharmacy

advocated the influenza vaccine to both undergraduate and graduate students,

consented interested patients, administered the vaccine, and counseled patients

about the vaccine and influenza. Other successful Operation Immunization events

from previous years were continued, including administering flu shots at the North

Carolina State Fair with a local community pharmacy, Kerr Drug, advocating

vaccination during the flu season with a postcard campaign at local pharmacies,

and educating the community about vaccinations at various health fairs. By the end

of the year student pharmacists within UNC’s chapter of APhA-ASP made a huge

impact on the community through Operation Immunization.

New ideas that have been successful this year include hosting speakers from

pharmaceutical industry who are experts in immunizations and providing

immunizations at the first Region 3 MRM Health Fair with our fellow student

pharmacists from Auburn University. UNC is excited to see where Operation

Immunization will take us in patient care in the future!

Ashley Chiasson

Operation Immunization Co-Chair 2011-12

UNC Eshelman School of Pharmacy, c/o 2013

Whitney Davis

Operation Immunization Co-Chair 2011-12

UNC Eshelman School of Pharmacy, c/o 2014


The University of Tennessee Health Science Center APhA-ASP Operation Immunization

committee wanted to make mark this year by implementing a new innovative patient care

event. We further expanded one of our well established annual flu clinics, Boo Flu, by

entering all immunizations given into the state’s immunization information system (IIS) called

TWIS (Tennessee Web Immunization System). It is not required for all health care

professionals to input immunizations into TWIS which leads to a lack of participation. We

joined the state in campaigning for a greater involvement in this important program.

The committee collaborated with Student Health to

update the immunization form to have all necessary

information to input immunizations into TWIS. Our advisor

Dr. Foster and twenty-seven student pharmacists were

registered into TWIS. All 1800 immunization records from

Boo Flu were added into TWIS. In addition, our committee

presented an educational poster about TWIS titled “Let’s

Do the TWIS” at the Tennessee Pharmacists Association

(TPA) Midyear meeting in Nashville, TN. Student

pharmacists, pharmacists, and state government leaders

were informed of the purpose of TWIS and why

pharmacists should utilize the system. Kelly Moore, the

Medical Director of the TN Immunization Program, stated

“only wish I’d thought of the ‘Let’s do the TWIS’ slogan

myself! Congratulations and thanks …for helping us get all

TN pharmacists doing the TWIS!”

Susan Dickey

Chapter President-Elect, 2015


Patient Care Project Spotlight!

Operation Immunization


APhA-ASP National Operation Immunization Winner


Collaboration Corner

With the various changes in health care, it is important to promote collaboration

among chapters and health professionals. Together, we have the ability to reach more

individuals and make a more profound difference!

Campbell University!

On March 26, Campbell's chapter of APhA-ASP hosted the College of Pharmacy &

Health Sciences health fair on the Academic Circle of Campbell University. Annually,

the health fair gives first year student pharmacists and physician assistant students a

chance to show off their newly acquired skills. This is APhA-ASP's biggest event of the

year. Each of the four Operation chairs and our SPAN Liason hosted a booth including

a team-up of Operations Self Care and Diabetes that allowed patients to play an

interactive OTC product selection for diabetics game! The fair offered free screenings

to patients including blood glucose, blood pressure, cholesterol, BMI, and bone

density. We also offered health education on a variety of other topics such as herbal

medicine, summertime first aid & skin care, smoking cessation, and ways to cope with

stress and depression. Many other student organizations participated presenting their

various initiatives including all three fraternities on campus, SNPhA, student chapter of

ASHP, NCPA, and UAEM! We also had information booths about the university's

physician assistant, masters in public health, and clinical research programs. We had

approximately 300 people in attendance as well as the college's dean, Dr. Ronald

Maddox, two of our APhA-ASP faculty advisors, Dr. Jim Boyd and Dr. Leigh Foushee,

and approximately 30 other faculty

Our school is expanding very rapidly with the addition of a Masters in Physician

Assistant program 2 years ago and a Masters in Public Health program this past fall. Fall

of 2013 will mark the opening of a Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine Program and a

Doctor of Physical Therapy Program. With all of these changes, we are working very

hard as student pharmacists to make all of these new disciplines welcome on

campus. This health fair is a great way for us to work towards that interprofessional

collaboration. Jordan Ballou

Campbell University



IPSF

Involvement

IPSF has the potential to

touch many lives

through various projects

and incentives! Needs

some fresh ideas?

University of South

Carolina has some

pretty unique things

happening at their

chapter!

University of South Carolina

This year for IPSF we kicked off the year with

a book drive for used general science and

pharmacy textbooks. The Pharmabridge

Project of the Federation of International

Pharmacists sends these books around the

world to strengthen pharmaceutical services

and pharmacy education in developing and

transitional countries. We had a great turn out

and the books just keep rolling in even

though the deadline has passed. Professors ,

students, and even the deans of the South

Carolina College of Pharmacy at MUSC

participated by donating old editions of

textbooks from their personal collections and

duplicate current editions laying around their

offices. The Drug Information Center at MUSC

even donated their gently used editions to

make way for updated references. We are

excited about this year’s participation and

very thankful to all those who donated and

participated in the project’s success.

John D. Tyrrell


University of South Carolina


Membership

Dual Membership

For those of you who are graduating in 2014, you are now eligible to sign

up for a special discount membership with benefits!! APhA-ASP “Dual

Membership” is specially geared towards your needs as an upcoming

practitioner. By signing up, you become part of a unique program that will:

Help you smoothly transition from student pharmacist to new

practitioner.

Ensure your continued access to a wealth of APhA member benefits

for 2 years.

Save you money—2 years of APhA membership for just $105

Professional Development Resources including Student Pharmacist,

the official APhA-ASP magazine, and online editions of Pharmacy

Today and the Journal of the American Pharmacists Association.

Provide exclusive bonuses for dual-year members: Free copy of The

APhA Complete Review for Pharmacy, 11th edition—an estimated

$64.95 value—with complimentary shipping and handling (a $10

value), Access to the NAPLEX® Review Question Section of

Pharmacy Library, plus 300 bonus test prep questions exclusively for

student pharmacists joining during the Spring 2013 APhA Spring

Membership Drive.

Complimentary Professional Liability Insurance from May 1, 2013 –

May 1, 2014 for final year student pharmacists while on rotation.

Contact your MVP for more details!!


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Delegate Update

It has been a busy past few months for everyone. As the summer is just

around the corner, take some time to do a few things to maintain and expand

your chapter's policy and advocacy efforts.

- Tap into the resources of the SPAN Virtual Binder

- Begin your resolution brainstorming

- Contact or meet your state or federal representatives

- Work with your state association

Loren Kirk

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MRM 2013!

November 1-3, 2013

Birmingham, Alabama!

It was so good touching base with many of you at APhA2013! I was blown

away by the eagerness to share comments, ask questions and voice concerns

about this year’s MRM at the Regional Caucus. I plan to incorporate as much

feedback as I possibly can into your MRM, so please continue to let me know

your thoughts and desires. This Mid-year meeting is a time for student

pharmacists to network, build relationships, grow professionally and have fun!

These are my goals that I plan to work toward as I continue in planning this

year’s MRM. Be watching for short surveys, questions and chapter challenges as

we continue into summer. I will continue to work toward making MRM a

meeting that you won’t want to leave, so please help me do so by responding

to my questions, short surveys and challenges. I look forward to talking with you

all more, and please never hesitate to contact me or any of your other Region 3

officers.

Ashley Waddell

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Upcoming Deadlines and Dates…You DON’T want to miss!

Thank you to all those who attended our first Region 3 Webinar April 1, 2013

9pm. The Leadership Webinar Slides will be sent to chapter leaders!

Update your Chapter Leadership Information as new officers are elected

(pharmacist.com>APhA-ASP>Chapter Officer Resources).

April 16, 2013, 9pm EST: Chapter Achievement Reports Webinar. Do you

have questions about writing your Chapter Achievement Report? The

APhA-ASP Awards Standing Committee will provide an overview and

guidance on how to prepare a successful report. Members of the

committee will also take your questions and provide feedback during the

presentation. This session is intended for APhA-ASP Chapter leaders and

advisors.

April 27, 2013 10am-2pm EST: DEA National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day

April 30, 2013: Last day for Class of 2014 to sign up for Dual Membership with Full Benefits!

We want to hear from YOU!

Send us a short paragraph about what your chapter is doing in the follow

areas, and we will highlight you in an upcoming Region 3 Newsletter!! For more

information, contact Amy Kiskaddon (RMAL): [email protected]

Amy Kiskaddon

mailto:[email protected]


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and stay current on important news!

Don’t hesitate to contact us with questions for

comments!

Regional Officer Contact Information

Email: [email protected]

Loren Kirk: Region 3 Delegate

Amy Kiskaddon: Region 3 Member-at-large

Ashley Waddell: Region 3 MRM Coordinator

APhA-ASP Region 3 Newsletter April 2013

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