Pharmacy Idea Exchanges are the perfect, collaborative capstone to the IDN Summit experience. Open to all attendees to share their experiences concerning challenges impacting healthcare professionals in the Pharmacy sector. These interactive sessions will be moderated by a Pharmacy industry leader who will help guide the discussion. We encourage active participation and engagement from attendees because real learning comes from the ideas, experiences, and solutions shared by those who have lived it.
8:00 AM - 9:15 AM
Proactive Approaches to Combatting Product Shortages
International Ballroom II
Host: Gwendolyn Burgess, Corporate Director of Pharmacy, Community Hospital Corporation
Product shortages in the pharmacy have been an ongoing difficulty faced by organizations across the country. Through facilitated discussions and real-world case studies, participants in this session will explore how different organizations are building resilient supply chains, developing early warning systems, and implementing innovative alternatives to maintain patient care during shortages. This collaborative idea exchange provides a unique opportunity to learn from peers' successes and challenges while proactively preparing for future supply chain disruptions.
Learning Objectives:
1. Evaluate the current landscape and future challenges of pharmacy product shortages.
2. Outline practical tactics for building resiliency and implementing alternatives during shortages.
3. Analyze the potential impact of government regulations on pharmacy products.
4. Identify key takeaways for your organization’s pharmacy based on peer feedback.
9:30 AM - 10:45 AM
Predicting and Preparing for Labor Shortages
International Ballroom II
Host: Gwendolyn Burgess, Corporate Director of Pharmacy, Community Hospital Corporation
Amongst the many shortages facing IDN pharmacies, staffing has become an increasingly challenging task. Join fellow pharmacy representatives in an engaging discussion focused on innovative solutions to pharmacy workforce challenges. Participants will share successful strategies for recruitment, retention, and workforce development while exploring new models to maximize existing staff resources. This collaborative session provides a platform for peers to discuss both immediate interventions and long-term workforce planning strategies that have proven impactful to their organizations.
Learning Objectives:
1. Identify the reasoning behind staffing shortages in the current IDN pharmacy landscape.
2. Draw conclusions regarding the future of your workforce considering current staffing trends.
3. Compare peer recruitment or retention programs that have proven successful in their IDN’s pharmacy.
4. Outline technological solutions or automated alternatives with the potential to reduce the impact of labor shortages.