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From the Desk of the CEO

Empowering Pharmacy Voices, Inspiring Change

Discover insights, stories, and expertise from pharmacists shaping the future of healthcare. Explore thought-provoking discussions, industry trends, and personal experiences that define the pharmacy profession.

Posted: Jun 7, 2024

Is there a pharmacist shortage?

Association Perspective

I recognize that this question will probably result in hot debate. There are those who argue that there isn’t a shortage—rather, there is a lack of pharmacists willing to work in one segment or another.

Michael D. Hogue, PharmD, FAPhA, FNAP, FFIP, Executive vice president and CEO of APhA

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Posted: May 7, 2024

It’s time to stop requiring certificate training in state regulations

Association Perspective

My columns and my CEO blogs all share one common thread: truth spoken honestly and sincerely, even if it isn’t easy to write or easy to read. And I’m going to write today about something that I feel deep down needs to be said: pharmacists, be careful what you ask for from your state regulators and legislators.

Michael D. Hogue, PharmD, FAPhA, FNAP, FFIP, Executive vice president and CEO of APhA

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Posted: Apr 7, 2024

The prescription for America’s mental health care shortage

Association Perspective

Last year, the Commonwealth Fund published an eye-opening report about the significant shortage of behavioral health care providers of all types.

Michael D. Hogue, PharmD, FAPhA, FNAP, FFIP, Executive vice president and CEO of APhA

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Posted: Mar 7, 2024

Addressing second victim syndrome

Association Perspective

Six weeks ago, I had never heard of second victim syndrome (SVS). Then my phone rang, and I’ve been forever changed by the conversation.
 
Michael D. Hogue PharmD, FAPhA, FNAP, FFIP Executive vice president and CEO of APhA
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Posted: Feb 7, 2024

The law of unintended consequences applied to pharmacist services

Association Perspective

Like many kids who grew up on a farm, I learned to drive a tractor and lawnmower  as soon as I could reach the pedals. One day as I was mowing the back yard, I looked up to see that the storm door glass was shattered in my grandma’s mobile home.
 
Michael D. Hogue PharmD, FAPhA, FNAP, FFIP Executive vice president and CEO of APhA
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