North Carolina Association of Pharmacists

North Carolina Association of Pharmacists NCAP exists to unite, serve and advance the profession of pharmacy.

NCAP will be recognized as the essential organization representing pharmacy in North Carolina, fostering the advancement of pharmacy practice to improve the health of the people we serve.

⭐ Session Highlight – 2026 NCAP Annual ConventionLess is More: Collaborative Deprescribing in the Community Care Setting...
04/29/2026

⭐ Session Highlight – 2026 NCAP Annual Convention

Less is More: Collaborative Deprescribing in the Community Care Setting

🗓 Monday, June 1 | 9:30–10:30 AM

When does “more treatment” become too much—and how can deprescribing improve patient safety and quality of life?

This session focuses on the critical role of deprescribing in addressing polypharmacy and reducing medication-related harm in community care settings. Participants will explore how intentional medication reduction can improve outcomes, decrease hospitalizations, and enhance overall patient well-being.

Key discussion points include defining deprescribing and its role in promoting medication safety, applying deprescribing strategies through patient case examples, and identifying practical opportunities to integrate deprescribing into community pharmacy practice. Attendees will leave with actionable approaches to initiate and sustain deprescribing conversations in real-world settings.

Led by Amy Lenell, PharmD, AAHIVP, Pharmacy Manager at MAHEC Community Pharmacy at Biltmore, this session brings extensive experience in community practice, public health, immunizations, and learner development, with a strong focus on advancing patient-centered pharmacy services.

⏰ Early bird rates are ending soon—don’t miss your chance to save and secure your spot at the 2026 NCAP Annual Convention.

👉 Register now at ncpharmacists.org

📣 NCAP New Practitioner Forum (NPF) invites you to join Leadership Buzz — a virtual series designed to connect pharmacis...
04/29/2026

📣 NCAP New Practitioner Forum (NPF) invites you to join Leadership Buzz — a virtual series designed to connect pharmacists across North Carolina through meaningful conversation, reflection, and leadership development.

Each session is facilitated by pharmacy leaders who bring unique perspectives and guide engaging, thought-provoking discussions. Participants can earn 1.0 NC CE hour per session, and the series is free for NCAP members.

While hosted by NPF, this program is open to all NCAP members interested in professional growth—whether you’re a new practitioner or an experienced pharmacist looking to stay inspired and connected.

📚 Upcoming Session:

Everything Is Tuberculosis by John Green
📅 Monday, May 18
🕕 6:00–7:00 PM

We’ll explore themes of global health equity, public health leadership, advocacy, and the pharmacist’s role in addressing systemic health challenges. Participants are encouraged to read the book beforehand for an engaging guided discussion on storytelling, compassion, evidence-based action, and healthcare leadership.

🔗 Register here: 26aa5f6e-f40b-4fdd-8a93-e1b4845c0081@d196a604-d993-4028-90df-e223d68126d2" rel="ugc" target="_blank">https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/26aa5f6e-f40b-4fdd-8a93-e1b4845c0081@d196a604-d993-4028-90df-e223d68126d2

We hope you’ll join us for this impactful conversation!

⭐ Session Highlight – 2026 NCAP Annual ConventionGLP-1 and Done: The Future of Diabetes Therapy🗓 Monday, June 1 | 9:30–1...
04/28/2026

⭐ Session Highlight – 2026 NCAP Annual Convention

GLP-1 and Done: The Future of Diabetes Therapy

🗓 Monday, June 1 | 9:30–10:30 AM

Where is diabetes therapy headed next—and how will emerging GLP-1 and multi-agonist therapies reshape patient care?

This session provides a forward-looking, clinically focused update on the rapidly evolving landscape of type 2 diabetes and obesity management. Participants will explore both currently approved GLP-1 receptor agonists and the next generation of therapies transforming treatment paradigms.

Key discussion points include a review of approved GLP-1 RA therapies, emerging multi-agonist peptides and pipeline medications, and the evolving science behind Nutrient-Stimulated Hormone (NuSH) therapies. Attendees will also explore supportive care considerations for GLP-1–based treatment and apply clinical decision-making strategies to develop individualized pharmacologic treatment plans based on patient-specific factors.

Led by Allison Presnell, PharmD, BCACP, BC-ADM, CPP (Duke Family Medicine, Campbell University College of Pharmacy & Health Sciences) and Anne Komé, PharmD, CPP, BCACP, CDCES (UNC Medical Center), this session brings together expertise in endocrinology, ambulatory care, and advanced diabetes management to translate cutting-edge evidence into real-world practice.

⏰ Early bird rates are ending soon—don’t miss your chance to save and secure your spot at the 2026 NCAP Annual Convention.

👉 Register now at ncpharmacists.org

⭐ Session Highlight – 2026 NCAP Annual ConventionBeyond Weight Bias: Invisible Wounds, Visible Impact🗓 Monday, June 1 | ...
04/28/2026

⭐ Session Highlight – 2026 NCAP Annual Convention

Beyond Weight Bias: Invisible Wounds, Visible Impact

🗓 Monday, June 1 | 9:30–10:30 AM

How does weight bias shape patient outcomes—and what can healthcare professionals do to create truly equitable, trauma-informed care?

This session takes a deeper look at the intersection of obesity care, stigma, trauma history, and cultural and social influences that impact patient health outcomes. Participants will move beyond traditional approaches to obesity management and explore practical strategies to foster more inclusive, supportive clinical environments.

Key discussion points include defining weight bias and its effects on patient outcomes, applying validated tools to identify and address bias in practice, conducting environmental assessments to reduce stigmatizing language and practices, and integrating trauma-informed and culturally humble approaches into care delivery. Attendees will leave with actionable strategies to promote dignity, trust, and improved engagement in obesity care.

Led by Tiffany Lowe Clayton, DO, MHPE, DABOM, FOMA, Vice-Chair of Family Medicine and Assistant Professor at Campbell University School of Osteopathic Medicine and a board-certified obesity medicine specialist, this session brings a strong clinical, academic, and systems-based perspective to advancing equitable care.

⏰ Early bird rates are ending soon—don’t miss your chance to save and secure your spot at the 2026 NCAP Annual Convention.

👉 Register now at ncpharmacists.org

⭐ Session Highlight – 2026 NCAP Annual ConventionChallenges in DOAC Management and Emerging Anticoagulant Therapies🗓 Mon...
04/28/2026

⭐ Session Highlight – 2026 NCAP Annual Convention

Challenges in DOAC Management and Emerging Anticoagulant Therapies

🗓 Monday, June 1 | 8:30–9:30 AM

How can pharmacists optimize anticoagulation therapy in an era of rapidly evolving evidence and emerging agents?

This session provides an in-depth, practical update on direct oral anticoagulant (DOAC) management, with a focus on complex clinical decision-making in high-risk patient populations. Participants will explore current evidence, safety considerations, and future directions in anticoagulation therapy.

Key discussion points include the use of DOACs in end-stage renal disease, clinically significant drug–drug interactions, and when—and how—to appropriately interpret DOAC concentration testing. The session will also compare bleeding risk assessment tools and examine emerging anticoagulants, including Factor XIa inhibitors, with a review of current phase 2 and phase 3 clinical trial data and potential future clinical applications.

Led by Krista Luck, PharmD, CACP, CPP, Anticoagulation Clinical Pharmacy Specialist at Mission Hospital and leader of the Anticoagulation Stewardship Program, this session offers deep expertise in system-wide anticoagulation optimization and long-standing clinical leadership in the field.

⏰ Early bird rates are ending soon—don’t miss your chance to save and secure your spot at the 2026 NCAP Annual Convention.

👉 Register now at ncpharmacists.org

⭐ Session Highlight – 2026 NCAP Annual ConventionBeyond Dispensing: The Evolving Role of Community Pharmacies in Patient...
04/28/2026

⭐ Session Highlight – 2026 NCAP Annual Convention

Beyond Dispensing: The Evolving Role of Community Pharmacies in Patient Care

🗓 Monday, June 1 | 8:30–9:30 AM

What does it look like when community pharmacy moves beyond dispensing and fully steps into patient care?

This session explores the expanding role of community pharmacies as essential access points for care coordination, chronic disease management, and closing gaps in the healthcare system. As healthcare continues shifting toward value-based care and improved access, community pharmacies are increasingly positioned as frontline providers supporting patients in meaningful, measurable ways.

Key discussion points include how community pharmacy teams contribute to care coordination and chronic disease management, examples of services delivered within clinically integrated networks, and practical strategies for integrating and sustaining patient care services in real-world pharmacy workflows. Attendees will also examine the role of pharmacists, technicians, and non-pharmacist support staff in building scalable care models.

Led by Laura Rhodes, PharmD, BCACP, Assistant Professor and Assistant Director of the PGY-1 Community-Based Pharmacy Residency Program at the UNC Eshelman School of Pharmacy, this session brings hands-on experience in advancing community-based practice, workflow innovation, and quality improvement.

⏰ Early bird rates are ending soon—don’t miss your chance to save and secure your spot at the 2026 NCAP Annual Convention.

👉 Register now at ncpharmacists.org

⭐ Session Highlight – 2026 NCAP Annual ConventionBeyond the Black Box: Modern Estrogen Therapy and the Evolving Landscap...
04/27/2026

⭐ Session Highlight – 2026 NCAP Annual Convention

Beyond the Black Box: Modern Estrogen Therapy and the Evolving Landscape of Women’s Health

🗓 Monday, June 1 | 8:30–9:30 AM

How should modern evidence reshape the way we think about menopausal hormone therapy?

This session takes a fresh look at estrogen therapy in the context of evolving FDA guidance, including the removal of boxed warnings from select products. Participants will revisit the historical impact of the Women’s Health Initiative while exploring emerging data that continues to refine our understanding of safety, risk, and benefit.

Key discussion points include the historical basis of the boxed warning on estrogen-containing therapies, the evidence supporting its recent revision, and how risk–benefit considerations shift based on patient age, timing of initiation, dose, and route of administration. Attendees will also focus on translating updated evidence into practical, patient-centered counseling strategies.

Led by Tara McGeehan, PharmD, CPP, BCACP, CDCES, Assistant Professor of Pharmacy Practice at Campbell University College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences and Clinical Pharmacist Practitioner at Benson Health, this session brings a strong clinical and academic perspective on women’s health, lifestyle medicine, and transitions of care.

⏰ Early bird rates are ending soon—don’t miss your chance to save and secure your spot at the 2026 NCAP Annual Convention.

👉 Register now at ncpharmacists.org

⭐ Session Highlight – 2026 NCAP Annual ConventionEvidence Over Influence: Guiding Patients Through Supplement Claims🗓 Mo...
04/27/2026

⭐ Session Highlight – 2026 NCAP Annual Convention

Evidence Over Influence: Guiding Patients Through Supplement Claims

🗓 Monday, June 1 | 8:30–9:30 AM

How do pharmacists help patients separate credible evidence from marketing hype when it comes to supplements?

This session examines the rapidly growing use of dietary supplements across both general and athletic populations—and the challenge of navigating claims shaped by social media, headlines, and non-evidence-based sources. Attendees will explore how to critically evaluate supplement information and translate evidence into practical, patient-centered counseling.

Key discussion points include identifying misleading or unsupported supplement claims, reviewing the intended uses of commonly used products, assessing the strength and quality of available evidence, and applying evidence-based recommendations in community and ambulatory care settings. Participants will also gain tools to confidently address patient questions and promote safe supplementation strategies.

Led by Kaleigh Steelman, PharmD, Director of Research for the Sports Pharmacy Network and independent community pharmacist at Hillsborough Pharmacy, this session brings a strong focus on sports pharmacy, integrative care, and translating research into real-world patient education.

⏰ Early bird rates are ending soon—don’t miss your chance to save and secure your spot at the 2026 NCAP Annual Convention.

👉 Register now at ncpharmacists.org

⭐ Session Highlight – 2026 NCAP Annual ConventionTransforming Pharmacy: A Conversation with Legislators🗓 Sunday, May 31 ...
04/24/2026

⭐ Session Highlight – 2026 NCAP Annual Convention

Transforming Pharmacy: A Conversation with Legislators

🗓 Sunday, May 31 | 4:00–5:30 PM

What are the biggest healthcare challenges facing North Carolina—and how do policymakers see pharmacists helping solve them?

This dynamic session brings together pharmacy leadership and state legislators for an open conversation on healthcare access, costs, workforce challenges, and the evolving role of pharmacists in delivering care at the top of their education and training. Attendees will gain insight into legislative perspectives on pharmacist full practice authority, standard of care models, and the potential benefits—and concerns—surrounding regulatory change and deregulation.

The discussion will be moderated by Krystalyn Weaver, PharmD, JD and will feature:

• Representative Heather Rhyne
• Senator Gale Adcock
• Senator Benton Sawrey

⏰ Early bird rates are ending soon—don’t miss your chance to save and secure your spot at the 2026 NCAP Annual Convention.

👉 Register now at ncpharmacists.org

⭐ Session Highlight – 2026 NCAP Annual ConventionThe Transformative Looking Glass: Reimagining Pharmacy with the Standar...
04/24/2026

⭐ Session Highlight – 2026 NCAP Annual Convention

The Transformative Looking Glass: Reimagining Pharmacy with the Standard of Care

🗓 Sunday, May 31 | 2:45–3:45 PM

What could pharmacy practice look like if we reimagined the rules that define it?

Drawing inspiration from Through the Looking Glass, this session challenges attendees to step into a re-envisioned future of pharmacy—one shaped by the pharmacist standard of care regulatory model and expanded professional autonomy. Participants will explore how this model can reshape patient experience, improve access to care, and influence the evolving role of pharmacists across practice settings.

Key discussion points include the implications of standard of care on pharmacist practice, including professional autonomy, job satisfaction, regulatory oversight by boards of pharmacy, and considerations related to liability exposure.

Led by Krystalyn Weaver, a national leader in pharmacy policy and advocacy, this session will offer a forward-looking perspective on how regulatory transformation can unlock a more effective and sustainable model of care.

⏰ Early bird rates are ending soon—don’t miss your chance to save and secure your spot at the 2026 NCAP Annual Convention.

👉 Register now at ncpharmacists.org

🍎 Last Call: Pharm to Table: Dietary Patterns to Prevent and Treat Disease 🍎Join us for the April Sunday Evening Series ...
04/24/2026

🍎 Last Call: Pharm to Table: Dietary Patterns to Prevent and Treat Disease 🍎

Join us for the April Sunday Evening Series live webinar with Katie Trotta!

This session explores evidence-based nutrition principles for promoting healthy living, longevity, and chronic disease prevention and management. Learn practical strategies to help patients make healthier food choices and swaps that support better health outcomes.

Learning Objectives:
✔️ Review key nutrition concepts, including macro & micronutrients, diet diversity, and nutrient density
✔️ Describe eating patterns associated with improved health and longevity
✔️ Identify evidence-based dietary interventions that improve disease outcomes

🗓 Sunday, April 26
⏰ 6:00 – 7:00 PM
💊 ACPE Accredited (1.0 hour)

💲 Members: FREE
💲 Non-Members: $25

🔗 Register here: https://ncap.memberclicks.net/live-webinars or visit the Events tab at ncpharmacists.org

⭐ Session Highlight – 2026 NCAP Annual ConventionRural Health Transformation – Critical Roles for Pharmacists🗓 Sunday, M...
04/24/2026

⭐ Session Highlight – 2026 NCAP Annual Convention

Rural Health Transformation – Critical Roles for Pharmacists

🗓 Sunday, May 31 | 10:15–11:15 AM

Rural communities across North Carolina continue to face significant health challenges, including higher rates of chronic disease, limited access to care, and disparities in both physical and behavioral health outcomes. This session will provide an overview of the North Carolina Rural Health Transformation Program, including its structure and key initiatives, with a focus on opportunities most relevant to pharmacists.

Attendees will explore how pharmacists can play a vital role in improving care delivery in rural settings—helping to reduce the burden of chronic illness, improve acute care outcomes, and strengthen access through new models of care such as value-based care and capitation. The discussion will also highlight how pharmacists can collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to advance health equity and improve outcomes across the state.

Led by Lawrence Greenblatt, a physician leader with extensive experience in public health, Medicaid policy, and statewide health initiatives, this session will offer a meaningful look at the future of rural health in North Carolina.

⏰ Early bird rates are ending soon—don’t miss your chance to save and secure your spot at the 2026 NCAP Annual Convention.

👉 Register now at ncpharmacists.org

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The North Carolina Association of Pharmacists is a state organization representing the profession of pharmacy, organized to unite, serve and advance the profession of pharmacy for the benefit of society. The organization was formed January 1, 2000 as a unification of the North Carolina Pharmaceutical Association (NCPhA), North Carolina Society of Health-System Pharmacists (NCSHP), North Carolina Chapter of the American Society of Consultant Pharmacists (NCASCP), and North Carolina Retail Pharmacy Association (NCRPA).