spokanepharmacyassociation Newsletter

March Newsletter

Message from the Board
By: SPA Executive Vice President Steven Webbenhurst

As our weather turns warmer and the days get longer, we all start to get spring fever. It’s a busy time of the year as we all start spending more time outside, whether in our yard, exercising or simply enjoying the weather on a deck or balcony! I know my fridge is stocked and ready for the warmer weather 🙂

Spokane Pharmacy Association has been busy these first few months of the year. We have had 3 CE presentations with another scheduled for April 15th. We just celebrated with our annual meeting and awards banquet which was quite a smash! We also have another social program coming up on April 8th. We are bowling at Players and Spectators and will enjoy pizza and beverages while we bowl. Get more details and register here.

These are just a few reasons to remain a member. If you’re not a member, why not join today? You’ll save on our CE presentations, social events and more. And it’s great to invite coworkers to join and participate together in all our events!

Have an idea for a CE presentation or a social event? Reach out to us at info@spokanepharmacy.org or email me directly.

spokanepharmacyassociation continuing education

CE | Complications of the Liver

Presented by: Bre Bailey, PharmD

When & Where

Monday, March 18, 2024
6:00 -7:00 PM

Spokane Public Library – Central
Events Room B
906 W. Main Ave.

Register
Dinner will be provided.

CE Information

Activity Type: Application
Target audience: Pharmacists and Pharmacist Technicians
CEUs: 0.1
ACPE UAN: 0130-9999-24-172-L01-P, 0130-9999-24-172-L01-T

Learning Objectives:
At the completion of this activity, the participant will be able to:
1. Distinguish between hepatitis, fibrosis and cirrhosis.
2. Recognize complications often associated with cirrhosis.
3. Determine appropriate treatment options for various liver complication.

The Washington State Pharmacy Association is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education as a provider of continuing pharmacy education.

To Earn CE Credit:
To receive credit, you must be a SPA member and complete the evaluation as validation of attending. The evaluation as well as your NABP e-profile ID and birth date MMDD will need to be received by the WSPA in order for you to receive credit.

The Washington State Pharmacy Association only has 60 days from the date of the activity to upload the CPE information to the CPE Monitor. WSPA will upload the CE within 3-4 weeks after the event. It will be your responsibility to check the CPE Monitor before the 60 days to make sure the CE is uploaded in your profile. If there are any problems, you will need to contact WSPA at 425-228-7171. CE cannot be uploaded after the 60 days from the date of the event.

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CE | Approaching Treatment of Hypertension in Older People

Presented by: Kiersten Stintzi, PharmD

When & Where

Tuesday, February 20, 2024
6:00 – 7:00 PM

Spokane Public Library – Central
Events Room B
906 W. Main Ave.

Register
Dinner will be provided.

CE Information

Activity Type: Knowledge
Target audience: Pharmacists and Pharmacist Technicians
CEUs: 0.1
ACPE UAN: 0130-9999-24-166-L01-P, 0130-9999-24-166-L01-T

Learning Objectives:
At the completion of this activity, the participant will be able to:
1. Compare the differences and similarities between clinical practice guidelines for hypertension (HTN).
2. Recognize exclusion criteria in well-constructed trials.
3. Discuss a strategy to treat older people with HTN.
4. Identify checkpoints when de-prescribing can be assessed.

The Washington State Pharmacy Association is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education as a provider of continuing pharmacy education.

To Earn CE Credit:
To receive credit, you must be a SPA member and complete the evaluation as validation of attending. The evaluation as well as your NABP e-profile ID and birth date MMDD will need to be received by the WSPA in order for you to receive credit.

The Washington State Pharmacy Association only has 60 days from the date of the activity to upload the CPE information to the CPE Monitor. WSPA will upload the CE within 3-4 weeks after the event. It will be your responsibility to check the CPE Monitor before the 60 days to make sure the CE is uploaded in your profile. If there are any problems, you will need to contact WSPA at 425-228-7171. CE cannot be uploaded after the 60 days from the date of the event.

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CE | When Aspirin Therapy is Warranted: A Review of Aspirin Indications for Cardiovascular Disease Prevention

Presented by: Olivia Hiskey, PharmD

When & Where

Tuesday, January 16, 2024
6:00 – 7:00pm

Spokane Public Library – Central
Events Room B
906 W. Main Ave.

Register
Dinner will be provided.

CE Information

Activity Type: Knowledge
Target audience: Pharmacists and Pharmacist Technicians
CEUs: 0.1
ACPE UAN: 0130-9999-24-090-L01-P, 0130-9999-24-090-L01-T

Learning Objectives:
At the completion of this activity, the participant will be able to:
1. Identify risk factors for developing atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease (ASCVD)
2. Describe the risks associated with aspirin therapy
3. Recall current guideline recommendations regarding aspirin use in primary and secondary ASCVD prevention
4. Describe the recent data impacting recommendations for aspirin use in primary ASCVD prevention
5. Identify co-morbid conditions and medications that should be considered when determining appropriateness of aspirin therapy for primary and secondary ASCVD prevention

The Washington State Pharmacy Association is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education as a provider of continuing pharmacy education.

To Earn CE Credit:
To receive credit, you must be a SPA member and complete the evaluation as validation of attending. The evaluation as well as your NABP e-profile ID and birth date MMDD will need to be received by the WSPA in order for you to receive credit.

The Washington State Pharmacy Association only has 60 days from the date of the activity to upload the CPE information to the CPE Monitor. WSPA will upload the CE within 3-4 weeks after the event. It will be your responsibility to check the CPE Monitor before the 60 days to make sure the CE is uploaded in your profile. If there are any problems, you will need to contact WSPA at 425-228-7171. CE cannot be uploaded after the 60 days from the date of the event.

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Mental Health First Aid Training

With Washington State University College of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences

Saturday, January 27th
8am-2pm

2 hours home study* (online)
5 hours live training (in-person, WSU Spokane, SAC 43)
*Home study must be completed prior to live training

Instructors

Jennifer Robinson, PharmD, Professor, WSU CPPS
Michael Ebinger, PhD

Target Audience

– Healthcare professionals
– Health science students
– CE credit available for pharmacists & pharmacy technicians at no cost

For more CE and event information click here.

Register

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CE | New and Improved: A Simplified Guide to Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF)

Presented by: Jessica Ponkratov, PharmD

When & Where

Monday, November 20, 2023
6:00 – 7:00pm

Spokane Public Library – Central
Events Room B
906 W. Main Ave.

Register
Dinner will be provided.

CE Information

Type of activity: Application
Target audience: Pharmacists and Pharmacist Technicians
CEUs: 0.1
ACPE UAN: 0130-9999-23-576-H01-P, 0130-9999-23-576-H01-T, 0130-9999-23-576-L01-P, 0130-9999-23-576-L01-T

Learning Objectives:
At the completion of this activity, the participant will be able to:
1. Distinguish the difference between heart failure classifications.
2. Recognize medications that should be avoided in heart failure.
3. Assess drug treatment regimens for individuals with preserved ejection fraction heart failure using guideline-directed medical therapy (GDMT).

The Washington State Pharmacy Association is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education as a provider of continuing pharmacy education.

To Earn CE Credit:
To receive credit, you must be a SPA member and complete the evaluation as validation of attending. The evaluation as well as your NABP e-profile ID and birth date MMDD will need to be received by the WSPA in order for you to receive credit.

The Washington State Pharmacy Association only has 60 days from the date of the activity to upload the CPE information to the CPE Monitor. WSPA will upload the CE within 3-4 weeks after the event. It will be your responsibility to check the CPE Monitor before the 60 days to make sure the CE is uploaded in your profile. If there are any problems, you will need to contact WSPA at 425-228-7171. CE cannot be uploaded after the 60 days from the date of the event.

spokanepharmacyassociation social events

Trivia Night

Are you a trivia buff? Bring friends to form a team or come alone and join a team as we join Humble Abode’s trivia. Starts promptly at 6:30pm. Beer, cider, wine, and snacks will be provided by Spokane Pharmacy Association.

When & Where

Thursday, November 2, 2023
6:30pm

Humble Abode Brewery, Downtown location
926 W Sprague Ave.
Spokane, Wa

Cost

SPA Member: Free
Non-Member: $5

Register

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CE | When Good Intentions and Bad Meds Meet the Golden Years

Presented by: Minh Bui, PharmD

When & Where

Monday, October 16, 2023
6:00 – 7:00 PM

Spokane Public Library – Central
Events Room B
906 W. Main Ave.

Register

CE Information

Type of activity: Application
Target audience: Pharmacists and Pharmacy Technicians
CEUs: 0.1
ACPE UAN: 0130-9999-23-535-H05-P, 0130-9999-23-535-H05-T, 0130-9999-23-535-L05-P, 0130-9999-23-535-L05-T

Learning Objectives:
At the completion of this activity, the participant will be able to:
1. Recognize the common medications on the AGS Beers Criteria
2. Describe the major changes on the AGS Beers Criteria updates
3. Evaluate clinical scenarios using AGS Beers Criteria to support shared clinical decision-making

The Washington State Pharmacy Association is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education as a provider of continuing pharmacy education.

To Earn CE Credit:
To receive credit, you must be a SPA member and complete the evaluation as validation of attending. The evaluation as well as your NABP e-profile ID and birth date MMDD will need to be received by the WSPA in order for you to receive credit.

The Washington State Pharmacy Association only has 60 days from the date of the activity to upload the CPE information to the CPE Monitor. WSPA will upload the CE within 3-4 weeks after the event. It will be your responsibility to check the CPE Monitor before the 60 days to make sure the CE is uploaded in your profile. If there are any problems, you will need to contact WSPA at 425-228-7171. CE cannot be uploaded after the 60 days from the date of the event.

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CE | Application of 2023 GOLD Guideline for Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)

Title: Breeze for the Wheeze: Application of 2023 GOLD Guideline for Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) and the Role of Pharmacists in Transitions of Care

Presented by: Tiffany Doan, Student Pharmacist

When & Where

Monday, September 18, 2023
6:00 – 7:00 PM

Spokane Public Library, Central Events Room B
906 W. Main Ave.

Register Online

CE Information

Type of activity: Knowledge
Target audience: Pharmacists and Pharmacy Technicians
CEUs: 0.1
ACPE UAN: 0130-9999-23-435-L01-P, 0130-9999-23-435-L01-T

Learning Objectives:
Pharmacists & Pharmacy Technicians
At the completion of this activity, the participant will be able to:
– Identify appropriate treatment regimens for GOLD groups A, B, and E according to the 2023 GOLD guideline
– Recognize the safety and efficacy of triple therapy for the treatment of COPD
– Describe transition of care services in order to reduce hospitalization rate and healthcare-associated costs of COPD

The Washington State Pharmacy Association is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education as a provider of continuing pharmacy education.

To Earn CE Credit
To receive credit, you must be a SPA member and complete the evaluation as validation of attending. The evaluation as well as your NABP e-profile ID and birth date MMDD will need to be received by the WSPA in order for you to receive credit.

The Washington State Pharmacy Association only has 60 days from the date of the activity to upload the CPE information to the CPE Monitor. WSPA will upload the CE within 3-4 weeks after the event. It will be your responsibility to check the CPE Monitor before the 60 days to make sure the CE is uploaded in your profile. If there are any problems, you will need to contact WSPA at 425-228-7171. CE cannot be uploaded after the 60 days from the date of the event.