As your Education Chair on the Advisory Board, I am asking for major input from everyone that belongs to NPPA.

I would like to have ideas on what topics you would like to hear about, learn about or become more familiar with concerning Pharmacy Purchasing for next years conference. Please either reply on this board or email me at kathy.pflaum@sftks.net by August 30th. We want to have programs that interest you and stetch your knowledge.

Thanks.

Name of Facility: St. Francis Health Center

City, State: Topeka, KS

Years as a Buyer: 30+

I heard a lot of chatter while at this year's conference (GREAT job to you all, by the way!!!) wondering what steps can be taken by Pharmacy Purchasers to position themselves so that the hard work they do is recognized by their leadership, particularly for those who have positions that are both Technician and Buyer rolled into one. I know Richard Ponder did a great presentation one year about PURCHASING (not necessarily Pharmacy Technician) Certifications and other licensing opportunities. Can we have that presentation again?

Some educational presentations on how to approach and/or communicate with your leadership would be good, too. To be honest, we may need some educational sessions on how to PUT OURSELVES FORWARD, instead of sitting back quietly.

Name of Facility: Rex Healthcare, Inc.

City, State: Raleigh, NC 27607

Years as a Buyer: 12

Thanks for the great suggestions. We are working on the topics, so anyone else with suggestions, please let me know ASAP>

Name of Facility: St. Francis

City, State: Topeka, KS

Years as a Buyer: 30+