Pharmacy Association of Saskatchewan

Thank you to everyone who attended and contributed to the success of the PAS 2024 Conference this weekend! Your energy, insights, and engagement made it an unforgettable experience. We’re excited about the connections made and the progress sparked. Looking forward to seeing the great work that follows!" #PAS2024 #PharmacyConference #SKpharmacists #pharmacyconference #pharmacyeducation #pharmacyteam #pharmacistlife

Time is running out to register for the #PAS2024 Conference on Sept 14 & 15 at the DoubleTree Hotel and Conference Centre in Regina! Join Cadmus Delorme and Kaleb Dahlgren, our incredible keynote speakers! Because a healthy pharmacist is a resilient and effective healthcare professional. #PharmacyConference #SKpharmacists #continuingeducation #pharmacyheroes #pharmacistrecommended

PAS is hosting its 2024 AGM on September 14th during the PAS2024 Conference. We encourage all members to join us! 👉Where: 10 am on Saturday September 14, 2024 👉Where: Double Tree Hotel in Regina (Ballroom) This will be an in-person event, as part of the PAS 2024 Conference, but we are also providing a Zoom link to allow those who cannot attend in person, to participate virtually. For those wanting to attend virtually, please contact (306) 359-7277 or email info@skpharmacists.ca #AGM #PAS2024 #pharmacyconference #continuingeducation #pharmacyAGM #pharmacyinsaskatchewan #skpharmacists #pharmacy

Join us this weekend for the #2024PAS Conference in Regina at the beautiful Doubletree by Hilton Hotel and Conference Centre! "Connecting in Your Community" will be presented by Paul Bazin, Kymmberley Wright, Megann Mathew-Lang, and Amanda Mozol. Objectives include: ✅Define the concept of collaborative practice between physicians and pharmacy professionals and understand its importance in delivering optimal patient care. ✅Identify key strategies for fostering and maintaining collaborative relationships with prescribers in the community, whether a rural or urban setting. ✅Develop actionable plans for implementing collaborative practices within their own pharmacy settings, including specific steps, measurable goals, and timelines for implementation. ✅Engage in constructive dialogue with fellow participants and panelists to share insights, challenges, and innovative ideas related to building collaborative relationships between healthcare professionals. See you there! #PharmacyConference #SKpharmacists #continuingeducation #pharmacistshelp

We are only two days away from #PAS2024!! What are you most looking forward to? Tell us in the comments! 👇👇 #PharmacyConference #SKpharmacists #continuingeducation #pharmacyconference #pharmacyheroes #pharmacistshelp

Kierra FineDay is a nêhiyaw-iskwêw (Cree Woman) from nakîwaciy askiy ᓇᑮᐊᐧᒋᕀ (Sweetgrass First Nation) located on Treaty 6 Territory, and will be presenting "Two-Eyed Seeing – Connecting Indigenous Health with Pharmacy Care" as one of our educational sessions at #PAS2024 this week in Regina. Kierra earned a Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy from the University of Saskatchewan and has been a licensed pharmacist since 2018, working in Saskatchewan’s south, central, and northern regions. Recently, Kierra shifted her focus to First Nations health policy and advocacy. She will receive her Indigenous Nation-Building Graduate Certificate this November 2024, a program jointly offered by the First Nations University of Canada (FNUniv) and Johnson Shoyama Graduate School of Public Policy (JSGS). This Fall, she will also begin the Master of Public Administration program with JSGS. Objectives include: 👉Understand and consider strategies for initiating respectful and effective communication and collaboration with Indigenous Nations to enhance health outcomes and integrate Indigenous priorities into your practices. 👉 Embrace the role as allies by supporting patient-led care plans that integrate Indigenous cultural beliefs and practices, ensuring these aspects are respected and honoured. #twoeyedseeing #PharmacyConference #SKpharmacists #continuingeducation #pharmacistsareimportant #pharmacyishealthcare #pharmacycare

Loretta Gerlach is a dedicated professional with a passion for fostering positive change within the healthcare sector. As the sole proprietor of Gerlach Strategy and Solutions, she brings over two decades of experience in organizational behavior, human resources, and leadership development to her work. With a deep understanding of the healthcare system gained through her roles in a union, health authority, and the Ministry of Health, Loretta has spearheaded numerous successful initiatives aimed at improving organizational effectiveness and employee well-being. Her work in governance, strategic planning, and building effective work cultures has allowed her to add value to many health care teams in Saskatchewan and across Canada. Loretta will be presenting "Better Communication, Better Outcomes" at #PAS2024 in Regina next week! #PharmacyConference #SKpharmacists #continuingeducation #pharmacistshelp #pharmacyishealthcare

Excited to welcome Kayla Demong presenting "Creating Safe Spaces to Revitalize Your Community" at the #PAS2024 Conference next week in Regina! Kayla Demong, who grew up in Saskatoon, has dedicated 12 years to Prairie Harm Reduction, currently serving as the Executive Director. She also trains organizations across Canada on how to support people who use substances. Kayla is a recipient of the YWCA Women of Distinction Award and the Queen Elizabeth Platinum Jubilee Medal. With 17 years of experience supporting individuals in Saskatoon’s core areas, Kayla’s commitment to this field is deeply personal. Her journey began with her own battle with addition, and this December, she will celebrate 21 years of recovery. These experiences have fueled her passion for harm reduction and her mission to provide better support for substance users, including youth, adults, and families. Objectives include: 👍Define the concept of a safe space within a community pharmacy with an emphasis on its importance in improving health equity and patient well-being. 👍Recognize the role of pharmacists and pharmacy technicians as advocates for inclusivity from a patient’s perspective. 👍Appraise the current environment of a community pharmacy for opportunities to create safe spaces (including physical environment, staff competencies, and cultural safety). 👍Develop a personalized action plan for creating safe spaces within your pharmacy (e.g. self-learning, staff training, signage, community outreach, etc.) #SKpharmacists #continuingeducation #pharmacyconference #pharmacistsareimportant #pharmacistshelp #pharmacyishealthcare #PAS

Please join us for "Pediatric Dosing and Antimicrobial Stewardship" presented by Andrea Tang during #PAS2024 in Regina on September 14 & 15! Andrea Tang received her BSP from the College of Pharmacy and Nutrition at the University of Saskatchewan in 2013. After graduation, she completed a hospital pharmacy residency with the Winnipeg Regional Health Authority, focusing on neonatal and pediatric populations. Shortly after, she completed her PharmD at the Leslie Dan Faculty of Pharmacy at the University of Toronto. From 2021 to 2023 Andrea was the pediatric pharmacy clinical coordinator for SHA – Saskatoon where she led, mentored, and coached residents, students and pediatric pharmacists. She is now an Assistant Professor with the University of Saskatchewan where she provides undergraduate education in infectious diseases and pediatric pharmacotherapy. Objectives include: 👧Identify key considerations in pediatric antibiotic dosing based on age, weight, and development for stewardship interventions when antibiotics are prescribed for children. 👧Assess for stewardship interventions when antibiotics are prescribed for children. 👧Select appropriate monitoring parameters to assess the efficacy and safety of antibiotic therapy in pediatric patients. 👧Apply communication strategies to discuss antimicrobial stewardship recommendations within a team setting. Registration ends today (FRIDAY)!!! Get your tickets here 👉👉https://loom.ly/9Q7y34M #PharmacyConference #SKpharmacists #continuingeducation #pharmacyconference #PASmembers #PAS #pharmacistrecommended

THE REGISTRATION DEADLINE has been extended until tomorrow (Sept 6)!! Get your tickets now for the 2024 Annual PAS Conference on September 14-15, 2024 in Regina! The Conference is expected to bring together more than 250 pharmacists and pharmacy stakeholders from across the province, making it an excellent opportunity to connect and interact with those involved in all aspects of pharmacy practice. The 2024 PAS conference is about reconnecting with our roots as pharmacy providers in various fields of the pharmacy profession, reconnecting with each other, with other healthcare professionals and teams, and patients in social engagement. Join us for a valuable educational and networking event. Click here to grab your ticket today! 👉 https://loom.ly/9Q7y34M #PAS2024 #PharmacyConference #SKpharmacists #continuingeducation #pharmacyconference #pharmacyheroes