The New York State Council of Health-System Pharmacists

The New York State Council of Health-System Pharmacists The regional chapters provide networking, programming and leadership to pharmacists practicing in health care facilities throughout NYS.

The New York State Council of Health-system Pharmacists represents New York State pharmacists who practice in ambulatory, long term, managed, home and acute care settings. There are approximately 1900 NYSCHP members along with a well-established network of leaders serving on the NYSCHP Board of Directors, NYSCHP committees and chapter officers in the ten local chapters in NYS. NYSCHP is active in the community involving itself in outreach programs in schools, medical centers and teaching hospitals. For example, NYSCHP members provide education and information to senior citizen groups, stressing the importance of avoiding adverse drug reactions, adherence to prescribed drug therapies and awareness of the proper storage and expiration of medication. Approved by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education as a provider of continuing pharmaceutical education, the New York State Council of Health-system Pharmacists offers a full spectrum of continuing education programming across the state at various times of the year. Presented to members and non-members, either free or at a minimal cost, these programs are offered throughout the year at the Annual Assembly and a number of practice based educational programs. In addition, the local chapters host educational programs monthly. The New York State Journal of Health-system Pharmacy, the official peer reviewed and indexed journal of the New York State Council of Health-system Pharmacists and the NYSCHP Newsbrief is the official Newsletter of the Council. NYSCHP is actively involved in the legislative process on behalf of its members, in support ofTherapy Management singned into law in 2011. NYSCHP strongly supports expansion of the scope of practice, regluation of technicians, expansion of immunization. NYSCHP monitors hundreds of bills ranging from drug labeling to professional licensure to the Medicaid and Medicare programs. Shaun Flynn, Executive Director

Join the NYC Chapter on January 22 with speaker Christopher S. Jerry for Emily Jerry’s Story – “From Tragedy to Triumph”...
01/15/2026

Join the NYC Chapter on January 22 with speaker Christopher S. Jerry for Emily Jerry’s Story – “From Tragedy to Triumph”: Mitigating the Risk of Human Error to Save Lives! This powerful program shares an impactful personal story while highlighting essential strategies to improve medication safety and reduce preventable errors in healthcare.
📍 Location: Touro College of Pharmacy, 3 Times Square, New York, NY
🕕 6:00–8:30 PM Exhibitor Hour followed by Educational Program
💼 1.0 Contact Hour for pharmacists and technicians
An important and inspiring session focused on strengthening patient safety across pharmacy practice.

Join the Southern Tier Chapter on January 20 for Hypertension Management in Health-System Settings: Implementing 2025 Gu...
01/14/2026

Join the Southern Tier Chapter on January 20 for Hypertension Management in Health-System Settings: Implementing 2025 Guidance with Chloe Tracy, PharmD. This program will highlight updated recommendations for hypertension care and provide practical strategies for applying the 2025 guidance in health-system practice.
📍 Location: Joey’s Pizzeria, 200 Oak Hill Ave, Endicott, NY
🕠 5:30–7:30 PM
💼 1.0 Contact Hour for pharmacists and technicians
💰 Members: Free | Non-Members: $10
A great opportunity to enhance your clinical skills and connect with colleagues in the Southern Tier community!

The NYSCHP Research and Education Foundation (REF) is now accepting applications for the 2026 Excellence in Pharmacy Pra...
01/13/2026

The NYSCHP Research and Education Foundation (REF) is now accepting applications for the 2026 Excellence in Pharmacy Practice Research Awards. These awards support and recognize innovative research within the pharmacy profession and are open to all NYSCHP members, including pharmacists, residents, faculty, administrators, technicians, and students. Completed research that has already been published may be submitted if published after April 1, 2025.

Awards are available for both research in progress and completed research, with cash awards ranging from $1,000 to $3,000, along with Annual Assembly registration and hotel support.

🗓️ Application deadline: January 23, 2026, at 11:59 PM
👉 Apply online and learn more: https://bit.ly/44YUTrj

The New York State Council of Health-System Pharmacists (NYSCHP) is the leading voice for health-system pharmacy profess...
01/13/2026

The New York State Council of Health-System Pharmacists (NYSCHP) is the leading voice for health-system pharmacy professionals across New York. With nearly 2,000 members, NYSCHP provides education, advocacy, statewide conferences, and opportunities to connect and grow. For over 50 years, The Council has supported pharmacists and technicians in advancing patient safety, improving medication use, and strengthening our profession.

Happy National Pharmacist Day! Today we celebrate the dedication, expertise, and compassion of pharmacists everywhere. F...
01/12/2026

Happy National Pharmacist Day! Today we celebrate the dedication, expertise, and compassion of pharmacists everywhere. From improving medication safety to advancing patient care, pharmacists play a vital role across every setting of healthcare. Thank you for all you do to support your patients, your teams, and the profession.

Join us on Friday, January 30 for the next NYSCHP Lunch with a Leader session: A Fireside Chat on Advocacy, featuring As...
01/09/2026

Join us on Friday, January 30 for the next NYSCHP Lunch with a Leader session: A Fireside Chat on Advocacy, featuring Assemblyman John T. McDonald III of the 108th District and Dr. Charrai Byrd, NYSCHP Director of Advocacy. This engaging conversation will explore the importance of advocacy in shaping pharmacy practice and advancing patient care.
🕛 12:00–1:00 PM
📍 Zoom
👉 Register here: https://bit.ly/3MsloPu
A great opportunity to learn, connect, and be inspired during your lunch hour!

Join the Westchester Chapter on January 15 for USP  Compliance and Joint Commission Standards: Ensuring Excellence in St...
01/08/2026

Join the Westchester Chapter on January 15 for USP Compliance and Joint Commission Standards: Ensuring Excellence in Sterile Compounding with Momina Qureshi, PharmD. This program will review key requirements and best practices to help pharmacy professionals maintain high standards in sterile compounding.
💼 1.0 Contact Hour for pharmacists and technicians
💰 WCSHP Members: Free | NYSCHP Members: $50 | Non-Members: $85
A valuable opportunity to strengthen your knowledge of sterile compounding compliance and support safe, high-quality patient care.

01/07/2026

How do you actually get things moving and inspire people to take action? Let’s talk about it! Grab lunch and join us Thursday, 1/29/26 at 12 PM for NYSCHP’s Leadership Book Club. Host: Linda Rosen, PharmD, BCPS.
Register here: https://bit.ly/3YLV9qd

Join the Royals Chapter on January 14 for The Onco-Logic of Pharmacy Informatics: Smarter Cancer Treatment with AI, pres...
01/07/2026

Join the Royals Chapter on January 14 for The Onco-Logic of Pharmacy Informatics: Smarter Cancer Treatment with AI, presented by Rozalina Abramov, B.A., B.P.S., Pharm.D., RPh. This session will explore the evolving roles of oncology informatics and how artificial intelligence is shaping the future of cancer care.
📍 Location: Fogo De Chao – Brooklyn
🕠5:30 - 9:00 PM
💼 1.0 Contact Hour for pharmacists and technicians
💰 Members: $10 | Non-Members: $65 | Students: Free
Don’t miss this opportunity to learn, network, and explore the intersection of AI and oncology informatics with colleagues in the Royals Chapter!

Start the new year by investing in your growth—join NYSCHP! Membership gives you access to CE programs, chapter events, ...
01/06/2026

Start the new year by investing in your growth—join NYSCHP! Membership gives you access to CE programs, chapter events, leadership opportunities, advocacy efforts, statewide networking, professional recognition, research grants, student scholarships, and more. Strengthen your career and connect with a community that supports every step of your pharmacy journey.
Join Today: https://bit.ly/4pGdEbd

NYSCHP PAI 2030 Virtual Roundtable on Consolidated Pharmacy Services: Register Now! https://bit.ly/4965Mdj
01/05/2026

NYSCHP PAI 2030 Virtual Roundtable on Consolidated Pharmacy Services: Register Now! https://bit.ly/4965Mdj

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