Beyond the Symptom: Pharmacy’s Functional Medicine Revolution

Linda Hicks2026-10-15T13:31:51-05:00October 15th, 2026|Categories: Alternative Medicine, Medication Safety, Member Benefits, Nutrition, nutrition & wellness, Patient Care, Patient Counseling, Patient Safety, Preventative Care, Wellness|Tags: ACA, American College of Apothecaries, compounding pharmacy, compounding pharmacy business, pharmacy business|

Beyond the Symptom: Pharmacy’s Functional Medicine Revolution

This SIG meeting will explore the foundational principles of functional medicine and how pharmacists can look beyond symptom management to better understand the root causes of health concerns. Discussion will include the Functional Medicine Matrix, advanced specialty testing, and lifestyle and nutritional approaches to personalized patient care. Participants will explore how functional medicine principles can be incorporated into pharmacy practice, including opportunities for personalized consultations. The meeting will conclude with a discussion of three patient cases evaluated through a functional medicine lens.

Renee Prescott, PharmD, AFMC | F.A.M.E. Health and Wellness

Bio: Dr. Renee Prescott is a functional medicine specialist, certified health coach, and pharmacist with over 20 years’ experience in the personalized medicine industry. She has been a speaker and facilitator at 100s of conferences, as well as written articles and textbook chapters in the pharmaceutical space. Renee graduated from the University of Houston College of Pharmacy in 2002 and received her Applied Functional Medicine Certification from the School of Applied Functional Medicine in March of 2024. In addition to owning F.A.M.E. Health and Wellness, Renee spends her time as the Senior Director of Education at PCCA where she creates and executes continuing education events.

Explore the foundations of functional medicine and how pharmacists can look beyond symptoms to identify root causes of health concerns. This SIG meeting will cover the Functional Medicine Matrix, advanced specialty testing, lifestyle and nutritional approaches, and personalized patient consultations. The discussion will conclude with three patient cases demonstrating how functional medicine principles can be applied in pharmacy practice.

This meeting will not offer CE.

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ACA New Member Bundle: 3 Complimentary CE Hours for New Members

Taisha Cunningham2026-02-16T12:57:03-06:00February 16th, 2026|Categories: Continuing Education, Fellows and Members, Member Benefits, On-Demand Webinars, Webinar|Tags: aca membership, continuing education, dsCSA, new member benefit, news, Pharmacists, pharmacy ce, pharmacy law, Pharmacy Technicians, professional development, semaglutide|

The ACA New Member Bundle is one of the many benefits included with new membership in the American College of Apothecaries. New members receive complimentary access to three accredited continuing education webinars totaling 3 contact hours (0.3 CEUs).

Shortly after joining ACA, new members will receive a welcome email containing a code for complimentary access to the bundle.

What’s Included in the Bundle:

1. Legal Insights into Peptide & Semaglutide Compounding

Presented by Martha M. Rumore, PharmD, JD, MS, LLM, FAPhA, and Matthew J. Modafferi, Esq.

This knowledge-based program provides a detailed overview of the legal and regulatory landscape surrounding peptide and semaglutide compounding. The session reviews Sections 503A and 503B of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act, FDA guidance during drug shortages, enforcement trends, and state board oversight.

Participants will examine distribution limitations, API sourcing considerations, advertising and intellectual property risks, and telemedicine compliance issues. The program is designed to help pharmacies navigate regulatory requirements while maintaining patient access and operational compliance.

2. DSCSA – 13 Year Implementation & 2024 Update

Presented by Martha M. Rumore, PharmD, JD, MS, LLM, FAPhA

This webinar reviews the phased implementation of the Drug Supply Chain Security Act (DSCSA) and outlines what pharmacies should expect as the November 27, 2026 FDA enforcement date approaches.

The session covers electronic transaction information exchange, package-level verification requirements, SOP development, and audit preparedness. Pharmacies will gain clarity on how to prepare operationally while navigating evolving compliance expectations.

3. Conquer Your Personal Coliseum by Developing Your Inner Gladiator

Presented by Jay Phipps, PharmD, MBA, FACA, FACVP

Professional growth requires more than clinical knowledge. This session focuses on personal development, resilience, leadership, and goal setting. Participants will learn practical strategies to overcome barriers, build confidence, and develop an actionable plan to strengthen their professional journey in pharmacy.

Who Is Eligible?

New ACA members receive this bundle at no additional cost as part of their membership benefits.

Current members and non-members may also purchase the bundle at: https://www.lecturepanda.com/a/NewMember

Start your ACA membership with 3 hours of accredited continuing education included at no additional cost.

Learn More About ACA Membership

To explore additional membership benefits, visit: https://acainfo.org/benefits-of-membership/

Registration is below

Note: It is not necessary to create a Lecture Panda account to register for this home study.

The American College of Apothecaries (ACA) is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education as a provider of continuing pharmacy education. ACA has accredited this knowledge-based webinar bundle for 3 contact hours (0.3 CEUs) of continuing education credit for pharmacists and pharmacy technicians.

2025 American College of Apothecaries Conference & Expo

Taisha Cunningham2025-10-31T02:13:11-05:00April 28th, 2025|Categories: Continuing Education, ACA Fellows Benefit, Administration/Management, Community Pharmacy, Compliance, compounding, DEA, Ethics, FDA, Fellows and Members, Fellows Benefit, Member Benefits, networking, News Release, Pain Management, Patient Care, Patient Safety, Personal Development, Pharmacists, Pharmacy Law, Pharmacy Practice, Pharmacy Technicians, Preceptor/Mentor Training, Professional Development, Professional Growth, Public/Community Health, Regulatory Issues, Revenue, Risk Management, Sports Medicine, Telemedicine / Telepharmacy, USP 795, USP 797, USP 800, Veterinary Compounding, Webinar|Tags: ACA Fellows, ACA members, Healthcare Professionals, news, Pharmacists, Pharmacy Technicians, Student Pharmacists|

It’s time to pack your bags and polish your business cards — the 2025 ACA Annual Conference & Expo is where independent pharmacy meets unforgettable opportunity!

Memphis, TN | September 25–27, 2025

Join us at the legendary Peabody Hotel for the 2025 ACA Annual Conference & Expo — where independent pharmacy professionals come together to connect, learn, and grow.

Your registration includes:

• Continuing Education credit (except guest registration)

• Thursday Night Welcome Reception & Dinner

• All conference meals

• Full access to the exhibition hall

This is your chance to network with pharmacy leaders, discover the latest trends, and showcase your brand in a dynamic, in-person setting. With educational sessions, social events, and all meals included, this is more than a conference — it’s where pharmacy takes care of business!

Speakers Include:

Philip Cowley, PharmD
Kathy Campbell, PharmD
Jessica Beal, PharmD
Jennifer Adams, PharmD, EdD, FAPhA, FNAP
Sue Paul, RPh
L. Michelle Woosley, PharmD, MBA, CMAP

Reserve your spot today and be part of something meaningful!

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The Peabody Memphis – The “South’s Grand Hotel”

The Peabody Memphis is legendary for its charm, elegance, gracious hospitality, and rich history. This Memphis icon, opened in 1869, is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and is world-famous for its five resident Mallard ducks, who march daily through the lobby at 11am and 5pm.

Nestled in the heart of downtown, this AAA Four-Diamond hotel offers a one-of-a-kind experience just blocks from Beale Street, the Memphis Rock ‘n Soul Museum, Fed-Ex Forum, Sun Studio, and the Orpheum Theatre. The Peabody Memphis offers two Restaurants, two Bars, Spa, and a Deli with ice cream and desserts.

THE PEABODY MEMPHIS
149 Union Avenue, Memphis TN 38103

Group Rate: $249 plus taxes and fees
Room Block Deadline: Monday, August 25, 2025, at 5:00 pm CDT

To make your reservations, click the button below or contact Susan Decker, ACA Director of Conferences at 434-989-5938 or susan@acainfo.org.

Individuals will guarantee reservations with a credit card or deposit equal to the first night’s room and tax.

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ACA Foundation Awards Pharmacists Mutual Scholarship to ACA Student Pharmacist Members

Taisha Cunningham2025-10-31T13:03:50-05:00January 3rd, 2024|Categories: Members In The News, Member Benefits, News Release, scholarship, Student Pharmacist|Tags: news, pharmacist, scholarships, student pharmacist|

Bartlett, TN., December 15, 2023: The American College of Apothecaries Research and Education Foundation announced that student pharmacists Camila Caban, Rachel Blanchard, Holly Seyler, and Alexandria Arnett have been awarded the Pharmacists Mutual | ACA Foundation Community Pharmacy Scholarship.

Pharmacists Mutual Insurance Company (www.phmic.com) donated funds to the American College of Apothecaries Research and Education Foundation to create the Pharmacists Mutual | ACA Foundation Community Pharmacy Scholarship. These scholarships are awarded to student pharmacists who have demonstrated academic excellence and a commitment to advancing the future of community pharmacy in the United States.

The American College of Apothecaries is proud to recognize their Student Pharmacist members Holly Seyler, Alexandria Arnett & Camila Caban with the Pharmacists Mutual | ACA Foundation Community Pharmacy Scholarship 2023!

Pharmacists Mutual | ACA Foundation Community Pharmacy Scholarship Award Winners Holly Seyler, Alexandria Arnett & Camila Caban.

Holly Seyler (PharmD Candidate 2025) from the University of Washington, a student member of the American College of Apothecaries (ACA) and the National Community Pharmacist Association (NCPA), Holly focuses on the importance of political advocacy for patient choice and access. Holly willingly advocates for the compounding pharmacy profession and volunteered her time as a teaching assistant for the UW Pharmaceutics Compounding Lab Course in Seattle, WA. Her leadership and commitment have contributed positively to the future of compounding pharmacy.

Holly is currently a Pharmacist Intern at Clark’s Compounding Pharmacy in Bellevue, WA where she continues to distinguish herself as a leader in the pharmacy community and devotes her life to patient-centered healthcare.

Alexandria Arnett (PharmD Candidate 2025) from Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center, a student pharmacist member of the American College of Veterinary Pharmacists (ACVP) and the American College of Apothecaries (ACA), Alexandria focuses on advancing community pharmacy patient care, compounding specific practicing, veterinary care, and the laws and regulations surrounding each of these aspects. Alexandria would like to see a growth in specialized compounding practices like cancer, diabetes, or pediatric compounding to allow for an increase in awareness for a patient care aspect that exists but is not as focused on, which would allow a variety of community pharmacies to provide increased patient-focused care. She is also interested in encouraging pharmacists to open more specialty independent pharmacies so patients can have access to specific medical therapies anywhere, including the veterinary world. Alexandria would like to push for at least one veterinary course to be taught at each pharmacy school to allow growth in compounding, which can drive more focus and funding to the specialty.

Alexandria is currently a Student Board Member of the American College of Veterinary Pharmacists (ACVP), President of Kappa Psi, and President of NCPA. In these roles, she has been responsible for organizing events, managing budgets, and coordinating educational opportunities. Her strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to communicate effectively with others have made her a valuable member of these organizations.

Camila Hernandez Caban (PharmD Candidate 2025) from the University of Puerto Rico Medical Science Campus, a student member of the American College of Apothecaries (ACA), Academy of Student Pharmacist, and President of the American Pharmacist Association UPR Chapter, Camila’s goal is to introduce a psychosocial approach to community pharmacy. She collaborates with Professors in the Ethics and Culture course at the University of Puerto Rico where she impacts first and second-year students on public health and bioethical principles in providing quality care.

Camila is currently taking a pharmacogenomics elective and working on a business plan that uses this technology to optimize opioid therapy while incorporating harm-reduction strategies. She is involved in a research project on the physical stability of extemporaneous suspensions in the pediatric population of Puerto Rico, contributing to the literature on compounding and the applicability of U.S. quality standards.

THE WAYPOINT COMPANY PARTNERS WITH THE AMERICAN COLLEGE OF APOTHECARIES

Linda Hicks2025-11-01T22:41:52-05:00August 30th, 2023|Categories: News Release, Member Benefits|

(Bartlett, Tennessee) – The American College of Apothecaries (ACA) was founded in 1940 in Richmond, Virginia to empower passionate pharmacy professionals to provide exceptional patient care in thriving community practices. ACA conducts educational programs, facilitates networking and mentoring, and promotes leadership that empowers pharmacy professionals to provide exceptional patient care.

The Waypoint Company (Waypoint) was formed in 2010 and serves over 800 pharmacy businesses in helping them create a plan to achieve their true purpose during and after their life in pharmacy. Their sole purpose is to protect and empower pharmacy owners because they believe successful, locally owned businesses bring greater vitality to the families and communities they serve.

Through this partnership, ACA and Waypoint look forward to serving independent pharmacy owners to find ways to generate revenue outside of the PBM model, and better serve their communities.

Matt Coakley, CEO of Waypoint, is excited to expand their services to ACA members. “We’re excited to continue to serve independent pharmacy owners and help them find ways to serve their communities and look beyond just filling prescriptions,” said Coakley.

For more information, please call 843-873-4420 or visit www.WaypointUS.com or www.ACAinfo.org.

All Waypoint solutions do not charge any upfront fees. They make money when you start benefiting from the Waypoint solutions. Call today!

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TAKE THE WAYPOINT SURVEY

One of the most overlooked lines on a pharmacy profit and loss statement are the employee benefits. This is why the Pharmacy401k team has decided to launch the first annual pharmacy employee benefits survey. This will allow other pharmacies to benchmark their benefits against pharmacies in their state, region and across the United States.

Independent Pharmacy Benefits Survey

Faculties: American College of Apothecaries

Taisha Cunningham2025-10-31T19:35:26-05:00July 19th, 2023|Categories: networking, compounding, Member Benefits, Nutrition|Tags: education, news, pharmacist, Pharmacy Technician, student pharmacist|

Overview:
One of the American College of Apothecaries’ strengths is the open sharing of ideas — which historically has been accomplished through in-person meetings. ACA is augmenting these meetings by establishing expert faculties that will assemble using digital technology — including Zoom, Microsoft Teams, email, and online forums. Participation in faculty meetings is intended to increase member engagement, thus facilitating peer-to-peer networking and relationship building.

Member in all classes:
Faculty participation is optional and offered to ACA members at all individual membership levels, which include our Fellows, pharmacists, student pharmacists, pharmacy technicians, pharmacy marketers, and affiliates. Faculties will thus seasoned pharmacy professionals to interact and share their expertise and experiences with others who have high interest levels and are in the process of establishing their expertise. Each faculty will elect a Chair and Chair-Elect who will serve for one-year terms.

Initially two faculties:
1. Compounding Faculty
2. Nutrition & Wellness Faculty

Meetings of faculty:
Meetings of faculty will focus on topics about which members are passionate — and could include but not limited to discussions of specific products, techniques and methods, concepts, issues, and opportunities. Because meetings will not involve the awarding of continuing education credit, the discussions will not be restricted by ACPE guidelines. Hence, speakers at meetings of faculty could include representatives or organizations that provide proprietary items to our members.

Founding faculty sponsors:
ACA is seeking financial support of organizations that are aligned with the expertise and interests of one or more of our faculties — and that desire to be designated “Founding Faculty Sponsor”.

Compounding Faculty Information

Nutrition & Wellness Faculty Information

*For additional information please contact:
Linda Cathey, Faculty Membership Coordinator — linda@acainfo.org

TRHC Partners with American College of Apothecaries (ACA) to offer MedWise™ to Members

Dana2025-11-02T14:08:46-06:00November 16th, 2020|Categories: News Release, Member Benefits|

MOORESTOWN, N.J., November 16, 2020 — Tabula Rasa HealthCare (Nasdaq: TRHC), a healthcare technology company advancing the field of medication safety, announces today a strategic alliance with the American College of Apothecaries (ACA). ACA, a national pharmacy organization dedicated to the advancement of professional practice in independent community pharmacy through entrepreneurship, will provide its members the ability to license TRHC’s medication safety software, MedWise™ and the opportunity to become MedWise Certified Advisors™ through TRHC.

“Partnering with Tabula Rasa HealthCare provides our members with access to innovative technologies, like MedWise, that will help them improve medication safety in patients who have a high burden of disease and complex medication regimens.” said ACA Executive Vice President/CEO Susan Bartlemay, RPh, FACA, FAPhA. “Our collaboration with TRHC furthers ACA’s commitment to providing exemplary pharmacy resources to community pharmacists.”

TRHC’s MedWise software provides science-based, actionable clinical intelligence to pharmacists, including a patient’s MedWise Risk Score™ (MRS). The MRS calculation uses active medication ingredients of a patient’s complete medication list, including over-the-counter supplements to predict the risk of medication problems and adverse drug events (ADEs). A published study, involving nearly 2,000 patients, found that a lower MRS correlated with fewer adverse drug events, emergency department visits, hospitalizations, and lower medical costs.

“As a former President of ACA, I understand how vital innovation and new technologies are in keeping community pharmacists at the top of their profession,” states TRHC Chairman and CEO Calvin H. Knowlton, PhD. “ Offering ACA members a way to identify high risk patients, and the opportunity to become certified MedWise Advisor™ is just the beginning of how our partnership will help improve medication safety in patients who are at risk for adverse drug events, due to their complex medication regimens.”

About Tabula Rasa HealthCare
Tabula Rasa HealthCare (TRHC) provides medication safety solutions empowering healthcare professionals to optimize medication regimens and reduce medication-related risk, specifically targeting adverse drug events. Utilizing its proprietary medication decision science technology, MedWise™, TRHC improves patient outcomes, reduces hospitalizations, and lowers healthcare costs. Additionally, TRHC offers an extensive clinical telepharmacy network across the U.S. Our suite of solutions are trusted by health plans and pharmacies nationwide to help drive value-based payment results. For more information, visit TRHC.com

About the American College of Apothecaries

For 80 years, the American College of Apothecaries (acainfo.org) has been dedicated to the advancement of professional practice in independent community pharmacy through education, entrepreneurship, and mentoring. The Fellows and members of ACA are committed to best practices in pharmacy and quality healthcare for their communities.

ACA offers a way for pharmacists, pharmacy technicians, marketers, and students to connect with other pharmacy professionals to discuss areas of mutual interest and strengthen individual practice. This effort is supported through webinars, on-demand continuing education (CE), compounding classes, conferences and other events. ACA’s educational programming is available to all pharmacy professions, including non-members.

Forward-Looking Statements
This press release includes forward-looking statements that we believe to be reasonable as of today’s date, including statements regarding Medication Risk Mitigation technology. Such statements are identified by use of the words “anticipates,” “believes,” “estimates,” “expects,” “intends,” “plans,” “predicts,” “projects,” “should,” and similar expressions. These forward-looking statements are based on management’s expectations and assumptions as of the date of this press release. Actual results might differ materially from those explicit or implicit in the forward-looking statements. Important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially include: the need to innovate and provide useful products and services; risks related to changing healthcare and other applicable regulations; increasing consolidation in the healthcare industry; managing our growth effectively; our ability to adequately protect our intellectual property; and the other risk factors set forth from time to time in our filings with the SEC, including those factors discussed under the caption “Risk Factors” in our most recent annual report on Form 10-K, filed with the SEC on March 2, 2020, and in subsequent reports filed with or furnished to the SEC, copies of which are available free of charge within the Investor Relations section of the TRHC website ir.trhc.com or upon request from our Investor Relations Department. Any forward-looking statement speaks only as of the date on which it was made. TRHC assumes no obligation and does not intend to update these forward-looking statements, except as required by law, to reflect events or circumstances occurring after today’s date.

ACA Fellows and Members have exclusive access to a 20% discount to the MedWise™ Decision Support Program. Click below to take advantage of this opportunity, and to elevate your pharmacy workflow through one-of-a-kind, science-based decision support tools.

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Want more information? Have Questions?

Join us at an exclusive live Product Theatre and discover how MedWise™ can help your pharmacy ensure medication safety, efficacy, and adherence. Click the links below to register now.

Wednesday, Nov 18th (12pm ET / 11am CT/ 10am MT / 9am PT))
https://cognify.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJMtfuqtpzkvGtWKtQI7djjhB96POAY-X85X

Tuesday, Nov 24th (8pm ET / 7pm CT / 6pm MT / 5pm PT)
https://cognify.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJEtcumprjguGNRpvznmgGCflvu3je7-T25o

Thursday, Dec 3rd (3pm ET / 2pm CT / 1pm MT / 12pm PT).
https://cognify.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJwqfuqhqjMsGtHRj9KyQ3fM66WFH67HFWRm

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