Alaska Pharmacy Association - AKPhA

03/07/2026

Brandy, your executive director here~ this week I had the opportunity to visit the team at the Yukon-Kuskokwim Health Corporation in Bethel — one of the most important health systems serving rural Alaska.

YKHC provides care for more than 50 communities across the Yukon-Kuskokwim Delta, many of which are only accessible by air or river. 

Seeing firsthand the work happening there is a powerful reminder of why rural health innovation matters. From pharmacists and providers to community health aides working in village clinics, this system is built around meeting patients where they are.

Alaska’s geography makes access to care challenging — but it also creates incredible opportunities for collaboration, telehealth, and team-based care.

Grateful for the opportunity to learn from the amazing team serving the Yukon-Kuskokwim Delta.

🎥 Check out the visit here:
https://youtu.be/hWJr9dCts7w?si=l6YQYSH8aZFner5w

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03/05/2026

Save the Date! 📅

Join us for the Health System Pharmacy & Leadership Conference hosted by the Alaska Pharmacy Association. This event brings together pharmacy leaders and health system professionals to connect, learn, and advance the future of pharmacy practice.

📍 Alyeska Resort
📅 September 17–19, 2026

More details and registration information will be coming soon. We look forward to seeing you there!

03/03/2026

We are grateful to Congressman Nick Begich for addressing the Alaska Pharmacy Association during our 60th Annual Convention and for recognizing the critical role pharmacists play across our state.

We also extend our appreciation to Senator Dan Sullivan and Senator Lisa Murkowski for their support of PBM reform efforts that strengthen transparency and help protect access to care in Alaska’s communities.

Federal engagement matters. Continued partnership between policymakers and pharmacy professionals is essential to ensuring sustainable practice and reliable patient access across our state.

Watch Congressman Begich’s full address: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1AYHi37IsK7min0CkQP5SSpxyNj0Ru7Gd/view

03/02/2026

In Alaska, advocacy is not abstract. It happens in committee rooms, regulatory meetings, and direct conversations with policymakers. It happens when pharmacists step forward to explain the realities of practice in rural communities and complex care environments.

Pharmacist Advocacy Month recognizes the professionals who take on that responsibility. The strength of our profession depends on sustained engagement, informed leadership, and a unified voice across the state.

02/26/2026

AKPhA membership supports ongoing professional growth through education and continuing pharmacy education opportunities.

Members gain access to CE programming, conferences, and events designed to reflect the realities of pharmacy practice in Alaska. These opportunities help pharmacists and pharmacy professionals stay current, connected, and confident in their work.

Investing in membership is an investment in your professional development. Join today! www.alaskapharmacy.org

02/24/2026

What a night!

Saturday’s Annual Banquet and Awards Gala was a true highlight of the 60th Annual AKPhA Convention. Alaska pharmacy came together to celebrate leadership, service, advocacy, and excellence across our profession.

From emerging leaders to those whose dedication has shaped decades of progress, each award recipient represents the strength, integrity, and future of pharmacy in our state. Surrounded by colleagues, friends, and family, we were reminded that our profession is not defined by practice settings alone, but by community, mentorship, and commitment to one another.

Congratulations again to our 2026 AKPhA Award Recipients! Alaska pharmacy is stronger because of you, and it was an honor to celebrate you.

02/22/2026

We are having a great weekend at our 60th Annual Convention & Tradewhow!

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02/20/2026

Kicked off our AKPhA 60th Annual Convention and Tradeshow with a very successful board meeting! Big thank you to our dedicated Board of Directors who guide our association to empower and
engage a united pharmacy profession to elevate the health of Alaskans.

02/19/2026

Tomorrow, we begin the 60th Annual AKPhA Convention & Tradeshow.

Last chance for registration: https://alaskapharmacy.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/alaskapharmacy/eventRegistration.jsp?event=98

Safe travels to Anchorage, and thank you for being part of Alaska’s pharmacy community. We look forward to an engaging weekend of learning, connection, and collaboration.

02/18/2026

This Black History Month, AKPhA is proud to recognize the incredible contributions, resilience, and leadership of Black pharmacists, technicians, and students who have shaped the landscape of healthcare.

From pioneering researchers to the frontline pharmacists serving our communities every day, we honor those who have broken barriers and continue to advocate for health equity and patient care.

As we look toward our 60th Annual Convention, we remain committed to fostering an inclusive professional community where every voice helps strengthen the future of pharmacy in Alaska.

02/18/2026

Today’s the day!

Syphilis is on the rise — in Alaska and across the country — and today’s Alaska Pathogen Preparedness – Emerging Threats session takes a closer look at what that means for prevention and patient care.

🗓 Wednesday, February 18
⏰ 12 – 1 p.m. AKST

This February session will cover:
• Key features of syphilis that make prevention challenging
• National and Alaska trends, including congenital syphilis
• Missed opportunities for prevention
• Practical strategies to improve screening, treatment, and follow-up

Featuring:
Susan Tuddenham, MD, MPH – Johns Hopkins Department of Medicine
Keriann Uno, APRN, CNM – Alaska Department of Health
Sara Clark, MPH – Alaska Department of Health

This quarterly series is designed to strengthen the capacity of health care professionals to prepare for and respond to emerging pathogen threats.

Register Here: https://mpqhf.zoom.us/meeting/register/7CvvFRKCQiS9-wii7UltZg #/registration

02/17/2026

Pharmacists’ Prescriptive Authority Advances from House Labor & Commerce

Today, our Pharmacists’ Prescriptive Authority bill (HB 195) passed out of the House Labor & Commerce Committee.

This is an important step forward for team-based care and improving access to routine healthcare services across Alaska.

Over the interim, we met multiple times with the medical community to listen carefully, refine language, and strengthen the collaborative practice agreement provisions so they function effectively in real-world clinical settings. The committee substitute reflects that work.

HB 195:
• Strengthens collaborative practice agreements
• Establishes limited, clearly defined prescriptive authority
• Aligns Alaska with models already operating safely in many other states
• Keeps the focus squarely on patient access and continuity of care

Thank you to the physicians who testified in support, the pharmacists and student pharmacists who showed up, and the members of House Labor & Commerce for their thoughtful engagement.

One step forward — and we’re not done yet.