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Opening Fireside Chat

  • June 5th 11:00 AM- 12:00 PM EST

    Opening Fireside Chat
    The Future of Bluesight, The Medication Intelligence Company

    Moderator

    Sandy Still, PharmD
    Director of Clinical Strategy-Bluesight

    Panelists

    Kevin MacDonald
    CEO & Co-Founder-Bluesight

    Erica Tingley
    Chief Operating Officer-Bluesight

    Join us as Bluesight Director of Clinical Solutions, Sandy Still interviews Co-Founder & CEO, Kevin MacDonald, and Chief Operating Officer, Erica Tingley about the future of Bluesight, The Medication Intelligence Company. This discussion will cover the vision for Bluesight’s products and how the organization sees Medication Intelligence as the new standard of healthcare. Members of the Bluesight Community forum will be provided with the chance to submit their questions beforehand. This one hour session is a rare, not-to-be-missed opportunity to interact with Bluesight executives.

Day 1

DAY 1 – June 5th (Medication Management)

  • 12:00 PM-12:30 PM EST

    Community Interview Series
    The Future of RFID in Healthcare

    Moderator

    Leslie James
    Community Manager-Bluesight

    Panelists

    Nick Petersen
    Vice President, Business Development-Bluesight

    Lori Murphy
    Portfolio Director, Business Development-Bluesight

    Join us as Bluesight Community Manager, Leslie James interviews VP of Business Development, Nick Peterson, and Portfolio Director, Lori Murphy focusing on topics such as the future of RFID, the use of pre-tagging, and the significance of partnerships. Members of the Bluesight Community forum will be provided with the chance to submit their questions beforehand. This 30-minute session is a rare opportunity to interact with some of Bluesight’s most brilliant minds. You don’t want to miss it!

  • 12:30 PM-1:15 PM EST

    Partner Session
    Save Space, Eliminate Errors- Optimizing the Tray Exchange Workflow

    Speaker

    Heimo Hrovat
    CEO- H+H System

    Join Bluesight and Heimo Hrovat, CEO and Pharmacist  of H+H system will  focus on the replenishment process of the H+H tray system.This presentation will discuss processes within the exchange tray preparation workflow with and without the KitCheck RFID solution. This presentation will show new ways to optimize trays, reduce medication errors and gain more space while addressing the ongoing challenges of medication packaging. Learn how to optimize efficiency in storing, preparing, and transporting medication seamlessly into the OR.

  • 1:20 PM-2:00 PM EST

    Panel
    Medication Management Trends and Gaps in the Marketplace

    Moderator

    Jennifer Splawski  PharmD, MS, BCPS
    Director of Clinical Strategy-Bluesight

    Panelists

    Katherine S. DeSanctis
    Director of Pharmacy Operations-Massachusetts General Hospital

    Fred Pane
    Director of Pharmacy Services-Capstone Health Alliance

    Daryl Schiller
    Senior Director of Pharmacy-Montefiore Nyack Hospital

    Andy Hicks
    Sales Manager, Medication Management-Touchpoint

    Join us for a dynamic panel discussion on Medication Management Trends and Gaps in the Hospital. This panel will explore the latest developments in medication management, including technological advances and emerging best practices. Our expert panelists will also highlight gaps and challenges in the current system, and discuss strategies for improving medication safety and patient outcomes. This is an essential event for healthcare professionals who want to stay up-to-date on the latest trends in medication management and enhance their knowledge and skills in this critical area. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from the best in the field and engage in stimulating dialogue with your peers!

  • 2:05 PM-2:45 PM EST

    Industry Overview Session
    State of the Union: Medication Management

    Speakers

    Doug Zurawski, PharmD
    Senior Vice President of Strategic Accounts-Bluesight

    Mike Olson
    Product Manager, KitCheck-Bluesight

    Join us for an exclusive webinar featuring insights from Bluesight’s Hospital Pharmacy Operations Report. Our speakers will delve into the latest trends in hospital pharmacy operations and their impact on medication management. 

    This report offers valuable insights into the current state of hospital pharmacy operations, including areas such as medication dispensing, inventory management, and technology adoption. Our speakers will discuss the key findings from the report and their implications for medication safety and efficiency in hospital pharmacies.

    Attendees will learn about the latest technologies and strategies that are helping hospital pharmacies improve medication management and reduce medication errors. Our speakers will also share their perspectives on industry trends such as the adoption of artificial intelligence and automation, and their potential impact on medication management.

Day 2

DAY 2 – June 6th (Procurement and Supply Chain)

  • 12:00 PM → 12:30 PM EST

    Community Interview Series
    Developing Products to Address the Everchanging Landscape of  Drug Purchasing and Procurement

    Moderator

    Amy Langan
    Chief Marketing Officer-Bluesight

    Panelist

    Ramsey Chambers
    Senior Vice President, Product Management-Bluesight

    Join us for a lively discussion as Chief Marketing Officer, Amy Langan interviews CostCheck Product Manager, Scott Person focusing on topics such as drug shortages, 340B, as well as other trends affecting the pharmaceutical supply chain in 2023. Members of the Bluesight Community forum will be provided the chance to submit their questions beforehand. This 30-minute session is a rare opportunity to interact with some of Bluesight’s most brilliant minds. You don’t want to miss it!

  • 12:30 PM → 1:00 PM EST

    Product Spotlight
    CostCheck: Introduction to IDN Purchasing

    Speaker

    AJ Rivosecchi, PharmD
    Sr. Product Manager, CostCheck-Bluesight

    AJ will discuss Bluesight’s strategies to leverage subject matter experts and best practices to enable success at large and complex systems and provide workflows that enable the maximization of cost savings outcomes. AJ will then debut a new set of CostCheck features that will provide the tools needed to execute these best practices and provide the flexibility and communication options that polylithic systems need to optimize spending and decrease costs across different classes of trade and purchasing scenarios.

  • 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM EST

    Industry Overview Session
    Proposing a Quality-Score System to Address Drug Quality in the United States

    Speakers

    Arash Dabestani, PharmD
    Dean and Professor-Long Island University College of Pharmacy

    Kenny Yu, PharmD
    Senior Director of Pharmacy Services-NYU Langone Health

    David Light
    CEO-Valisure

    The quality of drug products in the United States has been a matter of growing concern.

    Buyers and payers of pharmaceuticals have limited insight into measures of drug-product quality. In this session, Dean and Professor at Long Island University College of Pharmacy Arash Dabestani PharmD, Senior Director of Pharmacy Services at NYU Langone Health Kenny Yu PharmD, and CEO of Valisure David Light, will discuss a quality-score system for drugs that is driven by data and how such a system would benefit the U.S. health care industry by bringing accountability and transparency into the drug supply chain.

  • 2:00 PM-3:00 PM EST

    Industry Overview Session
    Revolutionizing Pharmacy Purchasing: A Fireside Chat on the Impact of E-commerce

    Moderator

    TJ Bozada
    Product Manager-Bluesight

    Panelist

    Tim Kress-Spatz
    Co-Founder-Bluesight

    Join us for an engaging fireside chat on how e-commerce will change pharmacy purchasing. Our featured guest, Tim Kress-Spatz, Co-Founder of Bluesight, will be interviewed by TJ Bozada, Product Manager, in a candid conversation about the future of pharmacy procurement. Together, they will explore how e-commerce is disrupting traditional supply chain models, and discuss the potential benefits and challenges of online purchasing for pharmacies. Tim will share his insights on the latest trends in e-commerce, and highlight the innovative solutions that Bluesight is developing to help pharmacies optimize their purchasing processes.

  • 3:00 PM- 4:00 PM EST

    CE Webinar
    The State of 340B

    Speaker

    Bill Wood
    Senior Consultant-Visante

    Join us for a CE-accredited session on the state of the 340b program in America. Bill Wood, an subject matter expert and 340b consultant, will cover topics such as the intent of the 340b program as stated by Congress, advocacy for the program, and changes created by the Affordable Care Act. This hour-long session is also eligible for CE credit through the Michigan Pharmacist Association.

    Learning Objectives:

    1. Explain the role of 340b advocacy for those working in the pharmacy industry
    2. Identify current threats to the 340b program
    3. Explain the changes to the 340b program made by the Affordable Care Act
    Michigan Pharmacists Association is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education as a provider of continuing pharmacy education.

Day 3

DAY 3 – June 7th (Drug Diversion Monitoring)

  • 12:00 PM- 12:30 PM EST

    Community Interview Series
    The Importance of Education in Drug Diversion Prevention

    Moderator

    Leslie James
    Community Manager-Bluesight

    Panelists

    Jennifer Splawski  PharmD, MS, BCPS
    Director of Clinical Strategy-Bluesight

    Lauren Forni PharmD, MBA
    Director of Clinical Strategy-Bluesight

    Join us as Bluesight Community Manager, Leslie James interviews Directors of Clinical Strategy, Lauren Forni and Jennifer Splawski focusing on the need for more education around building a comprehensive diversion program. Members of the Bluesight Community forum will be provided with the chance to submit their questions beforehand. This 30-minute session is a rare opportunity to interact with some of Bluesight’s most brilliant minds. You don’t want to miss it!

  • 12:30 PM-1:00 PM EST

    Industry Overview Session
    State of Drug Diversion

    Speaker

    Susannah Herkert
    Senior Managing Director-Guidepost Solutions

    Join Susannah Herkert Senior Managing Director at Guidepost Solutions for the State of Drug Diversion Monitoring. Susannah will talk about new initiatives hospitals and the government are taking to combat drug diversion. Her previous experience with the DEA provides a unique look at how hospitals should prepare for compliance.

  • 1:00 PM-2:00 PM EDT

    Partner Session
    Beyond Rehab: Biometrics & Tech in Aftercare, Empowering Recovery and Thwarting Drug Diversion

    Speaker

    Michael Madon
    CEO, Pretaa

    Eliza Foltz
    CRO, Pretaa

    This engaging talk will delve into the innovative world of biometrics and technology in aftercare, highlighting how these advancements are transforming the way we support individuals with substance use disorders. Our speakers will discuss the integration of biometric tools in monitoring and maintaining sobriety, as well as the role of technology in extending support beyond hospital walls.

    Additionally, they will explore how this intersection of biometrics and technology could play a crucial role in preventing drug diversion, ensuring the safety and well-being of both patients and the wider community.

    By the end of this talk, attendees will gain a deeper understanding of the potential of biometrics and technology in revolutionizing aftercare and overcoming challenges in the journey to recovery.

  • 2:00 PM- 3:00 PM EST

    Panel
    Drug Diversion Response and Interviewing

    Moderator

    Jennifer Splawski  PharmD, MS, BCPS
    Director of Clinical Strategy-Bluesight

    Panelists

    Jeffery Bouman, PharmD
    Pharmacy Manager-Abbott Northwestern Hospital

    Bill Losefsky MBA, CHPA, CPM
    CEO-Investigative Concepts

    Michael Van Ornum BCPS, CPPS
    Med Safety Clinical Pharmacist-Martha Jefferson Hospital

    Join our expert panel for a thought-provoking discussion on drug diversion investigations. Our panelists will share their experiences and insights into the challenges of detecting and preventing drug diversion in healthcare settings.

    We will explore topics such as identifying the signs of drug diversion, investigating suspected cases, and implementing effective prevention strategies. Our panelists will also discuss the legal and ethical considerations of drug diversion investigations, including managing confidentiality and privacy concerns.