The 2025 CPE Schedule for the Georgia Pharmacy Convention
We have finalized the CE Course Schedule, and you’ll notice a few differences. Due to high demand, we have repeated a few of the courses. This will allow our convention goers to access more courses of their choosing and reduce room crowding. We can’t wait to see you in June!
Thursday, June 12, 2025
8:00 am – 9:00 am
The Shot Clock: Timely Updates on Immunizations
Johnathan Hamrick, PharmD
Lead Network Facilitator, CPESN Georgia
1.0 hour CPE (P/T)
With constant updates to vaccine recommendations, pharmacy professionals play a critical role in ensuring patients receive safe, timely, and effective immunizations. This session will cover the latest changes to the 2024–2025 immunization schedule, review new vaccine approvals, and explore best practices for storage, administration, and patient communication. Join us to stay current on immunization guidance and gain practical strategies to help increase vaccine uptake in your community.
ACTIVITY TYPE: Knowledge
DISCLOSURES: Johnathan Hamrick has no relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies to disclose.
9:15 am – 10:15 am
OSHA Bloodborne Pathogens
Christine M Klein, PharmD
Clinical Associate Professor and Vice Chair for Experiential Education
Mercer Univ College of Pharmacy
1.0 hour CPE (P/T)
Pharmacy professionals face potential exposure to bloodborne pathogens in various workplace scenarios, making compliance with OSHA standards essential for safety and legal protection. This session will review key bloodborne pathogens, OSHA requirements, common citations, vaccination protocols, and strategies to evaluate and improve workplace controls. Attend this session to enhance your understanding of exposure risks and ensure your pharmacy meets critical safety standards.
ACTIVITY TYPE: Knowledge
DISCLOSURES: Christine Klein has no relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies to disclose.
Community Health in Action: NMDH and the Pharmacy Team
Jake Galdo, PharmD, MBA, BCPS, BCGP
Managing Network Facilitator, CPESN Health Equity
1.0 hour CPE (P/T)
Non-medical drivers of health (NMDH) significantly influence health outcomes, and community health workers (CHWs)—including pharmacy technicians cross-trained in this role—are essential to bridging the gap between clinical care and real-world challenges. This session will cover how pharmacies can build and sustain NMDH programs, identify funding opportunities, and participate in clinically integrated networks. Attend this session to gain practical insights and help you expand your role to make a meaningful difference in the health of your community.
ACTIVITY TYPE: Knowledge
DISCLOSURES: Jake Galdo discloses that he is a speaker and grant recipient for Takeda, an advisor for Pfizer, and has employment connections (via his spouse) to Eli Lilly and Prime Therapeutics. All relevant financial relationships have been mitigated.
No More Recoupments: Minimizing Risk and Ensuring Compliance in Pharmacy Audits
Amanda Gaddy, RPh
Director of Clinical Services, GPhA/AIP
1.0 hour CPE (P/T)
Pharmacy audits can have significant financial and operational impacts, making preparation and prevention essential. This session will cover frequent audit triggers, preparedness strategies, and practical steps for navigating the audit process from start to finish. Attend this session to strengthen your audit readiness and protect your pharmacy from costly setbacks.
ACTIVITY TYPE: Knowledge
DISCLOSURES: Amanda Gaddy has no relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies to disclose.
10:30 am – 12:30 pm GENERAL SESSION
1:30pm – 2:30pm
AI in Pharmacy: Advancing Practice, Enhancing Care
Kline Whitley, Pharm.D., MBA-HCA, BCMTMS
Lecturer, UGA College of Pharmacy
1.0 hour of CPE (P/T)
Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly transforming the healthcare landscape, and pharmacy is no exception. This session will cover the differences between automation and AI, explore current and emerging tools, and offer practical strategies for incorporating AI into pharmacy practice. Attend this session to learn how AI can enhance your practice and improve the care you provide to patients.
ACTIVITY TYPE: Knowledge
DISCLOSURES: Kline Whitley has no relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies to disclose.
The Eyes Have It! Strategies for Managing Dry Eye Disease and Allergic Conjunctivitis
Susan Miller, B.S. Pharm., Pharm.D.
Professor, Mercer University College of Pharmacy
And
Sharon Ellis, O.D.
Optometrist, Loganville Eyecare
1.0 hour of CPE (P/T)
Dry eye disease and allergic conjunctivitis are common yet often misunderstood conditions that can significantly impact patients’ quality of life. This session will cover how to recognize symptoms, determine when referral is needed, evaluate treatment options, and provide effective counseling on ophthalmic medication use. Join us to strengthen your ability to support patients with eye-related concerns through informed, confident care.
ACTIVITY TYPE: Application
DISCLOSURES: Susan Miller has no relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies to disclose. Sharon Ellis has no relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies to disclose.
Friday, June 13, 2025
8:00 am – 9:00 am
Rooted in Care: Growing and Sustaining a Pharmacy Care at Home Practice
Leanne Haley-Brown, BS Pharm, RPh
Program Lead PCaH, CPESN
1.0 hour CPE (P/T)
As the demand for home-based care grows, pharmacy teams have a unique opportunity to extend long-term care services beyond traditional facility settings. This session will explore the evolving landscape of pharmacy care at home, including qualification requirements, implementation strategies, billing considerations, and the role of pharmacy professionals in supporting patient care. Join us to gain the knowledge and tools needed to help your pharmacy successfully deliver pharmacy care at home.
ACTIVITY TYPE: Knowledge
DISCLOSURES: Leanne Haley-Brown has no relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies to disclose.
9:15 am – 10:15 am
Current Approaches to Tackling Migraine Management Head-On
Christine M Klein, PharmD
Clinical Associate Professor and Vice Chair for Experiential Education
Mercer Univ College of Pharmacy
1.0 hour CPE (P/T)
Migraine headaches are a common and often debilitating condition that require informed support across the pharmacy team. This session will review migraine symptoms, triggers, treatment options, recent therapeutic updates, and key pharmacy considerations to optimize therapy. Attend this session to strengthen your role in supporting effective and safe migraine management for patients.
ACTIVITY TYPE: Knowledge
DISCLOSURES: Christine Klein has no relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies to disclose.
ADA Clinical Practice Guidelines 2025: Key Diabetes Management Updates and Implementation Strategies
Kimberly Barefield, PharmD, MHA, CDCES, BCPS
Associate Professor, PCOM School of Pharmacy
1.0 hour CPE (P/T)
Diabetes care continues to advance rapidly, making it critical for pharmacy professionals to stay aligned with the latest clinical guidelines. This session will highlight key updates from the 2025 ADA Standards of Care, focusing on person-centered management, evidence-based pharmacotherapy, and individualized treatment strategies. Join this session to enhance your confidence in applying updated guidelines to optimize outcomes for patients with diabetes.
ACTIVITY TYPE: Application
DISCLOSURES: Kimberly Barefield has no relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies to disclose. Kimberly Barefield discloses that the off-label use of medications will be discussed in this course.
The Value Shift: Pharmacy’s Role in Performance-Based Innovative Care Models
Saswat Kabisatpathy
1.0 hour CPE (P/T)
As healthcare shifts from fee-for-service to outcome-based models, pharmacy teams are uniquely positioned to demonstrate their value in patient care, particularly in support of complex disease states. This session will explore the foundations of value-based care, how pharmacists can play an integral role in a unique model of collaborative care, and key considerations for participating in value-based programs. Join us to better understand your role in this evolving landscape and learn how to contribute to meaningful, measurable outcomes to optimize patient-centered care.
ACTIVITY TYPE: Knowledge
DISCLOSURES: Saswat Kabisatpathy has no relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies to disclose.
10:30 am – 12:25 pm GENERAL SESSION, MEMBERSHIP MEETING & PANEL DISCUSSION
The Race into the Home: How Pharmacies Can Lead the Charge in Home-Based Care
“Additional Speaker and Moderator TBD
Leanne Haley-Brown, BS Pharm, RPh
Program Lead PCaH
CPESN
Jake Galdo, PharmD, MBA, BCPS, BCGP
Managing Network Facilitator, CPESN Health Equity
Saswat Kabisatpathy
1.0 Hour CPE (P/T)
As more seniors choose to stay in their homes and “age in place”, pharmacy teams have a critical opportunity to lead the delivery of home-based care. The panelists for this session will discuss the expanding role of pharmacy professionals in chronic disease management, medication optimization, social determinants of health (SDOH) interventions, and collaborative care models, while highlighting successful real-world initiatives. Join this group of expert panelists to discover how your pharmacy can adapt and thrive by becoming an essential partner in the future of home-centered healthcare.
ACTIVITY TYPE: Knowledge
DISCLOSURES: TBD
1:30 pm – 3:00 pm
Georgia Pharmacy Regulatory Update: A Panel Discussion on Compliance, Innovation, and Collaboration
BOP Members and GDNA Agents TBD
1.5 Hour CPE (P/T)
Staying informed on regulatory priorities is essential for pharmacy teams navigating an evolving practice environment. This session will provide updates from the Georgia State Board of Pharmacy and the Georgia Drugs and Narcotic Agency (GDNA), highlighting compliance expectations, enforcement trends, emerging practice issues, and strategies for strengthening communication with regulators. Join this group of expert panelists to stay current on key regulatory changes and enhance your readiness to meet evolving standards in pharmacy practice.
ACTIVITY TYPE: Knowledge
DISCLOSURES: TBD
3:15 pm – 4:15 pm
No More Recoupments: Minimizing Risk and Ensuring Compliance in Pharmacy Audits (Repeat)
Amanda Gaddy, RPh
Director of Clinical Services, GPhA/AIP
1.0 hour CPE (P)
Pharmacy audits can have significant financial and operational impacts, making preparation and prevention essential. This session will cover frequent audit triggers, preparedness strategies, and practical steps for navigating the audit process from start to finish. Attend this session to strengthen your audit readiness and protect your pharmacy from costly setbacks.
Community Health in Action: NMDH and the Pharmacy Team (Repeat)
Jake Galdo, PharmD, MBA, BCPS, BCGP
Managing Network Facilitator, CPESN Health Equity
1.0 hour CPE (P/T)
Non-medical drivers of health (NMDH) significantly influence health outcomes, and community health workers (CHWs)—including pharmacy technicians cross-trained in this role—are essential to bridging the gap between clinical care and real-world challenges. This session will cover how pharmacies can build and sustain NMDH programs, identify funding opportunities, and participate in clinically integrated networks. Attend this session to gain practical insights and help you expand your role to make a meaningful difference in the health of your community.
Saturday, June 14, 2025
8:00 am – 9:00 am
Connected Care: The Pharmacy’s Role in Remote Patient Care and Compliant Billing
Leanne Haley-Brown, BS Pharm, RPh
Program Lead PCaH, CPESN
1.0 hour of CPE (P/T)
As pharmacy services evolve, remote patient care (RPC) offers new opportunities to improve outcomes while enabling reimbursement through compliant billing models. This session will explore core components of RPC, including enabling technologies, workflow integration, regulatory requirements, and best practices for implementation. Attend this session to learn how pharmacy teams can leverage RPC to expand patient care and secure sustainable billing opportunities.
ACTIVITY TYPE: Knowledge
DISCLOSURES: Leanne Haley-Brown has no relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies to disclose.
9:15 am – 10:15 am
The Shot Clock: Timely Updates on Immunizations (Repeat)
Johnathan Hamrick, PharmD
Lead Network Facilitator, CPESN Georgia
1.0 hour CPE (P/T)
With constant updates to vaccine recommendations, pharmacy professionals play a critical role in ensuring patients receive safe, timely, and effective immunizations. This session will cover the latest changes to the 2024–2025 immunization schedule, review new vaccine approvals, and explore best practices for storage, administration, and patient communication. Join us to stay current on immunization guidance and gain practical strategies to help increase vaccine uptake in your community.
ADA Clinical Practice Guidelines 2025: Key Diabetes Management Updates and Implementation Strategies (Repeat)
Kimberly Barefield, PharmD, MHA, CDCES, BCPS
Associate Professor, PCOM School of Pharmacy
1.0 hour CPE (P/T)
Diabetes care continues to advance rapidly, making it critical for pharmacy professionals to stay aligned with the latest clinical guidelines. This session will highlight key updates from the 2025 ADA Standards of Care, focusing on person-centered management, evidence-based pharmacotherapy, and individualized treatment strategies. Join this session to enhance your confidence in applying updated guidelines to optimize outcomes for patients with diabetes.
The Value Shift: Pharmacy’s Role in Performance-Based Innovative Care Models (Repeat)
Saswat Kabisatpathy
1.0 hour CPE (P/T)
As healthcare shifts from fee-for-service to outcome-based models, pharmacy teams are uniquely positioned to demonstrate their value in patient care, particularly in support of complex disease states. This session will explore the foundations of value-based care, how pharmacists can play an integral role in a unique model of collaborative care, and key considerations for participating in value-based programs. Join us to better understand your role in this evolving landscape and learn how to contribute to meaningful, measurable outcomes to optimize patient-centered care.
10:30 am – 12:00 pm
New Drug Update 2025: A Formulary Approach
Rusty May, Pharm.D., FASHP, FNAP
Clinical Professor, University of Georgia College of Pharmacy
1.5 hour CPE (P/T)
With the steady pace of drug approvals, staying current is essential for making informed treatment and formulary decisions. This session will review newly approved medications, key clinical trial data, safety profiles, and a structured approach to evaluating new drugs, including a hands-on formulary activity. Join us to sharpen your decision-making skills and stay ahead of emerging therapies that may shape future clinical practice.
ACTIVITY TYPE: Application
DISCLOSURES: Rusty May has no relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies to disclose.
Impairments of Pharmacy Professionals: Burnout, Substance Use Disorders, and Mental Illness
Dawn A. Randolph, MPA
CEO, GPhA
and
Joe Ed Holt, RPh
Georgia Pharmacy Foundation Vice-chair
PharmWell Workgroup Chair, GPhA
and
Merrill Norton, Pharm.D.,D.Ph.,CMAC,CCS
CEO, Chemical Health Associates, Inc.
1.5 hour CPE (P/T)
Impairment from burnout, substance use, and mental health conditions can significantly impact both individual well-being and the safety of pharmacy practice. This session will explore how to recognize the signs of impairment, understand contributing factors, differentiate treatment strategies, and utilize resources like the Georgia PharmAssist Recovery Network. Attend this session to strengthen your ability to identify concerns early and support colleagues in need with confidence and compassion.
ACTIVITY TYPE: Knowledge
DISCLOSURES: Dawn Randolph has no relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies to disclose. Joe Ed Holt has no relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies to disclose. Merrill Norton has no relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies to disclose.
Sunday, June 15, 2025
8:30 am – 9:30 am
Annual Law and Regulatory Update v.2025
Jordan Khail, PharmD, RPh
Lecturer, University of Georgia College of Pharmacy
1.0 hour CPE (P/T)
As pharmacy practice continues to evolve, staying current with legal and regulatory changes is essential for compliance and patient care. This session will review 2025 updates to Georgia pharmacy law, nationwide regulatory changes, non-pharmacy-specific rules affecting pharmacy professionals, and the ongoing importance of advocacy. Attend this session to ensure you’re prepared for the year ahead and aligned with the latest expectations in pharmacy practice.
ACTIVITY TYPE: Knowledge
DISCLOSURES: Jordan Khail has no relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies to disclose.
9:30 am – 10:30 am
Performance Feedback and Navigating Difficult Conversations
Mollie Durham, Pharm.D, MBA
Director of Talent Management, CVS Health
1.0 hour CPE (P/T)
Strong communication skills are critical for pharmacy professionals tasked with providing feedback, resolving conflicts, and supporting team performance. This session will explore best practices for delivering constructive performance feedback, strategies for navigating difficult conversations, and the use of emotional intelligence and conflict resolution techniques in real-world scenarios. Join us to strengthen your communication approach and foster a more collaborative, high-performing pharmacy environment.
ACTIVITY TYPE: Knowledge
DISCLOSURES: Mollie Durham discloses that she is an employee of CVS in Talent Management. All relevant financial relationships have been mitigated.
CPE Redemption:
To obtain 1 contact hour of continuing pharmacy education credit (0.1 CEU), learners must participate in the course and complete the exam* and evaluation. Shortly after both the exam and evaluation are successfully completed and submitted, the CPE Statement of Credit can be accessed on CPE Monitor at www.MyCPEMonitor.net.
*CEimpact provides two (2) opportunities to complete the exam. The learner will not receive CPE credit after two failed attempts.
CEimpact is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education as a provider of continuing pharmacy education.
