Proud of Our Past - Shaping the Future

In May 1879, 18 pharmacists met in the backroom of a Dallas drug store and formed the Texas State Pharmaceutical Association. Their goal was simple: to improve the quality of drugs and pharmaceutical services in Texas. We’ve been the state’s leading advocate for pharmacy ever since.

Today, TPA serves almost 4,000 members practicing in all areas of pharmacy, including community pharmacies, hospitals, long-term care facilities, education, manufacturing and distribution. We are the strongest voice speaking for all Texas pharmacy professionals and national leaders in lobbying, continuing education and practice innovation. As Rxperts, we are transforming the patient-pharmacist relationship and empowering today’s pharmacists to be effective health-care advisors.

Serving and Growing Membership
We will be the preeminent association serving Texas pharmacists, technicians and students:

• Education & Resources
• Member Conections & Social Networks
• Publications, Web site & Member Communications
• Effective Member Recruitment & Retention
• An Entrepreneurial Approach to Providing Products & Services

Influencing Public Policy & Advocacy
We will be the pre-eminent Texas association in protecting the pharmacy profession and benefiting patient outcomes:

• A Strong & Effective Advocacy/Lobbying Team
• A Strong Political Action Committee – PharmPAC – to support the legislative friends of pharmacy
• Uniting the Profession & Building Effective Coalitionsn Leaders
• Professional Staffing & Staff Development

Advancing Pharmacy Through Public Awareness
We will strengthen public awareness of pharmacy’s value to advance the patient outcomes and the profession:

• Advancing the Rxperts Brand and Designation
• Patient-Focused Consumer Initiatives that Improve Patient Outcomes & Advance Smart, Healthy Living

Maintaining a Model Association
We will be a nationally recognized association respected for its resources, leadership and professional workforce:

• Financial Strength Supported by Revenue Diversification, Dedicated Reserves & Fund-raising campaigns
• A Strong Texas Pharmacy Foundation
• A Governance Structure that is Efficient & Strategically Focused
• Development of Current & Future Association Leaders
• Professional Staffing & Staff Development

What's an Rxpert

Rxperts - TPA’s patient-focused pharmacy professionals - have a vital message that will help patients improve their health and better manage their own care. This message has the power to transform the patient-pharmacist relationship, empower pharmacy professionals to improve adherence and outcomes, and transform the public image of pharmacy.

The Rxperts of Texas Pharmacy Association are redefining the role of pharmacy in Texas.
Our patient-centered Smart, Healthy Living initiatives are changing public perceptions
and attracting a new generation of pharmacists eager to meet the challenges head-on.

An Rxpert is not just a medication expert. An Rxpert is a health-care practitioner who is empowered and committed to improve patient wellness. An Rxpert:

• Is committed to innovative, patient-focused care;
• Values MTM as critical to improving patient outcomes;
• Views focused CE as central to professional expertise and growth; and
• Knows that constant advocacy is critical to the advancement of pharmacy.

We are uniting Texas pharmacy to engage patients and improve outcomes while advancing pharmacists as full partners in health care.

3rd Annual Compounding Pharmacy Compliance West

Assess the Impact of Evolving Regulations and Standards for Drug Compounding

The release of new and revised guidance documents in recent months, affecting both outsourcing facilities and traditional compounding pharmacies is evidence of a constantly changing landscape for drug compounding. Set to tackle these changes and outline key steps for compliance, Informa Connect-IVT’s Compounding Pharmacy Compliance West returns to San Diego, CA  September 15-16. The only event serving the unique needs of 503A, 503B, hospital and health system facilities, and veterinary pharmacies, the 2020 program features exclusive FDA insights as well as three concurrent tracks, case studies, panel discussions and comprehensive workshops. Join top compounding experts and hear critical updates from FDA and State Board leaders, discuss best practices for enhancing quality programs and explore strategies to ensure comprehension and compliance across the industry.

Break Down the Timely Topics Impacting Drug Compounding:

• Roles, Responsibilities and Regulations During the COVID-19 Pandemic
• FDA Enforcement and Oversight
• The Finalized Memorandum of Understanding with States
• Trends in Regulatory Inspection Findings
• Compliance with USP<800>, <795>, and <797> Standards
• Training Programs for GMP Compliance
• Impact of the Veterinary Compounding Draft Guidance
• Vendor Management and Partnering

For details or help registering you or your team, contact John Kuchinski at (339) 298-2112 or john.kuchinski@informa.com.

Compounding Pharmacy Compliance West
Kona Kai Resort & Spa 
1551 Shelter Island Dr 
San Diego, CA 92106

Future Events
Compounding Pharmacy Compliance
November 16-17, 2020 
Arlington, VA

Save the Date for EduCon 2020!

For 2020, the biggest pharmacy compounding education event of the year is heading to Denver. Co-located with the National Home Infusion Association's Annual Conference at the beautiful Gaylord Rockies Resort, EduCon 2020 promises to bigger and better than ever:

• 1300+ attendees for the combined APC and NHIA conferences.
• Combined Expo featuring more than 150 compounding product and service vendors.
• Combined networking events, symposia, and education opportunities.
• Updates on the latest in pharmacy compounding law and regulation – and how it will affect you.
• More than 10 hours of compounding-specific continuing education on a range of hot topics to keep you in-the-know and completely compliant.

EduCon2020
Gaylord Rockies Resort & Convention Center
6700 N. Gaylord Rockies Blvd.
Aurora, CO 80019

Future Events
APC Compounders of Capitol Hill
September 9 - 10, 2020
Omni Shoreham Hotel
Washington, DC

American Society of Consultant Pharmacists

The vision of the American Society of Consultant Pharmacists is optimal medication management and improved health outcomes for all older persons.

The American Society of Consultant Pharmacists empowers pharmacists to enhance quality of care for all older persons through the appropriate use of medication and the promotion of healthy aging.

Core Strengths

• Knowledge and skills in geriatric pharmacotherapy and the unique medication-related needs of seniors and long-term care residents
• Expertise in long-term care settings for the frail at-risk elderly
• Patient-centered advocate for seniors at-risk for medication-related problems

In their role as medication therapy experts, consultant and senior care pharmacists:

• Hold their patients' interest above all others
• Take responsibility for their patients’ medication-related needs
• Ensure that their patients’ medications are the most appropriate, the most effective, the safest possible, and are used correctly; and
• Identify, resolve, and prevent medication-related problems that may interfere with the goals of therapy.

ASCP's 7,000+ members manage and improve drug therapy and improve the quality of life of geriatric patients and other individuals residing in a variety of environments, including nursing facilities, subacute care and assisted living facilities, psychiatric hospitals, hospice programs, and home and community-based care. In addition, 4,500+ pharmacy student members of ASCP demonstrate their identification with and support of ASCP's mission and vision to serve seniors wherever they reside.

Federation of American Hospitals

FAH Public Policy Conference and Business Exposition

The annual Federation of American Hospitals (FAH) Public Policy Conference and Business Exposition is widely regarded as one of the health industry’s finest health policy events.

The FAH Conference features addresses by leaders in government, the business community and the media, as well as participation by those who manage on a day-to-day basis the government programs that are critical to the industry.

The nationally acclaimed FAH Business Exposition brings together representatives from the Provider and Supplier communities, affording them the opportunity to interact and conduct business while participating in continuing education programs.

ATTENDEES: Senior executives from multi-hospital system management companies and hospitals; representatives from health care group purchasing organizations (GPOs) and integrated delivery network organizations (IDNs); and, health care suppliers, manufacturers and distributors.

BENEFITS FOR SUPPLIERS:This event affords numerous opportunities to meet directly with representatives from GPOs and IDNs all in one location -- a "one-stop shopping" for your business requirements. In these challenging economic times many companies are utilizing the FAH Business Exposition as their first quarter, and in some cases their second quarter, travel budget. As an added value, the buyer group is the exhibitor, consequently, there are no booth or product shipping costs on the part of supplier companies.

The 2020 FAH Public Policy Conference and Business Exposition will be held March 1 -3, 2020 in Washington, DC.

For further details regarding the FAH Public Policy Conference and Business Exposition, please call 202-624-1500.

The Virtual Pharmacy Trade Show

The Virtual Pharmacy Trade Show is pharmacy's one-stop destination to research and connect with leading providers of products and services throughout every segment of pharmacy. Due to our accessibility, relevance, and focus, more than 50,000 annual visitors depend on the Virtual Pharmacy Trade Show to conduct preliminary and advanced research on industry leaders.