News & Updates
Refocus on the Bottom Line: Learn from Penny Zenker at McKesson ideaShare
We are thrilled to announce that Penny Zenker, an esteemed guest speaker and renowned expert in focus and productivity, will be joining us on Monday,
Let the good savings roll! The OneStop Generics Rebate deadline has been extended to April 30
Fueled by the energy and enthusiasm of our attendees, we are thrilled to make an exciting announcement. Due to the contagious excitement surrounding the OneStop
‘The experience that I’ve had has been genuine and great’
As Boyz II Men crooned their way into the hearts of last year’s McKesson ideaShare attendees, the pervasive buzz of optimism filed out of Las
Registration is open for McKesson ideaShare 2024!
This June, the vibrant streets of New Orleans will pulsate with the rhythm of jazz, the tantalizing aroma of Cajun cuisine, and the warmth of
Registration opens next week. Are you ready?
It’s almost that time, fellow pharmacists. Registration for McKesson ideaShare opens on Wednesday, March 13. Whether it’s your first time or if you’ve been coming
There’s no better place to get fired up than at McKesson ideaShare
You know that feeling of being surrounded by people with a similar mindset? The ones who are doing the exact same work as you do
Are you Pharmacy of the Year material? Let us know by March 1!
If your store has a great story to share, this is your chance to shine a spotlight on you and your team. What does a
NOLA’s own Harry Connick Jr. to headline at McKesson ideaShare
McKesson ideaShare is thrilled to announce that we will conclude this year’s show with a Final Night Party headlined by The Big Easy’s own Harry
Attend and save: The generics rebate is back in 2024
The OneStop Generics Rebate is back to help you save big this year! By attending McKesson ideaShare 2024, your stores can each earn up to $6,000 as
Save the date: June 23-26 in New Orleans for McKesson ideaShare 2024
Laissez les bons temps rouler!
Live from the Big Easy this summer, join thousands of your colleagues for McKesson ideaShare 2024, the premier community pharmacy event in the nation.
Reflecting on 2023 American Pharmacists Month
October has been a busy month with a range of awareness campaigns including Breast Cancer Awareness Month (BCAM), National Pet Wellness Month and National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM). Most importantly, October shined a light on independent community pharmacies with American Pharmacists Month.
Eden Drug receives state proclamation from North Carolina
On October 10, 2023, Eden Drug owner Pete Crouch, RPh, and his wife Debbie received official recognition from the state of North Carolina for their dedication to their community and for winning the 2023 Health Mart Pharmacy of the Year award.
Bringing awareness to “unique-ability” employment in the pharmacy
At McKesson ideaShare in 2023, attendees had the chance to catch a CE hosted by Ashley Walker, PharmD, who served as a pharmacist for seven years and recently transitioned into full time entrepreneurship with her company Med Max Consulting, LLC, advocating for disability in the workplace.
Pharmacy technicians working to the top of their license
What technicians may do varies by state and qualifications—and vary by pharmacy. But what is universal is that technicians do much more than just entering data, putting pills in a bottle, verifying medications and acting as cashiers. Investing in a technician’s career can make a huge difference for your pharmacy and your community.
Virginia Keller, RPh: A lifetime of achievement
At the opening general session during McKesson ideaShare 2023, Health Mart awarded Virginia Keller, RPh, with the Health Mart Lifetime Achievement Award for her 50 years of serving her community of Ponca, Nebraska. Her story is rich with many ups and downs with threads of family and community running through it.
Celebrating Women in Pharmacy Oct. 12
Women Pharmacist Day was established several years ago by the Pharmacists Moms Facebook group. The day helps bring awareness to the growing influence women have in the pharmacy industry. According to the #WomenPharmacistDay website, Oct. 12 was chosen because October is American Pharmacists Month and the first recognized U.S. female pharmacist, Elizabeth Gooking Greenleaf was the mother of 12 children.
Raise the level of your pharmacy technicians
In summer 2021, seven staff members left Hesston Pharmacy and Harvey Drug for various reasons, ranging from college graduations to caring for family. This situation forced the owners, Sandie and Adam Kueker to rethink their staffing and operations. Knowing what skills the pharmacy needed and how to train new employees made all the difference.
Congratulations to Eden Drug, your 2023 Health Mart Pharmacy of the Year
Out of many incredible nominees, we have one winner. During McKesson ideaShare, more than a thousand community pharmacists from around the nation voted Eden Drug
Understand. Connect. Thrive. Let Jason Dorsey take you there
For pharmacy owners, understanding and connecting with their staff is an overlooked skill that can reap massive rewards. Jason Dorsey’s expertise and experience in the
It’s time to take action!
Sharing your story is one of the most effective ways to make our voice heard in conversations about public health policies that impact the wellbeing
It’s officially time to welcome you to McKesson ideaShare 2023
Today is the day! We are thrilled to welcome you to McKesson ideaShare, the premier healthcare innovation event that brings together industry leaders, experts, and
Get to know Professional Pharmacy, a Pharmacy of the Year finalist
Baltimore, Maryland Health Mart since 2016 Based in Baltimore, Maryland, Professional Pharmacy has continued to serve all the citizens of their community, two legs and
Get to know Hazel Green Pharmacy, a Pharmacy of the Year finalist
Hazel Green, Alabama Health Mart since 2009 Based in Hazel Green, Alabama, Hazel Green Pharmacy has created a sanctuary of healing and hope in their
Get to know Eden Drug, a Pharmacy of the Year finalist
Eden, North Carolina Health Mart since 2005 Based in Eden, North Carolina, Eden Drug has established itself as a cornerstone of the community. Owner and
Master social video using our hands-on social media zone
In today’s world, social media marketing plays a big part in attracting and retaining customers, whether you are a large corporation of a small rural
Interested in pharmacy ownership? Come to Las Vegas early for NCPA’s Ownership Workshop
It’s a big summer for independent pharmacists at the Mandalay Bay Resort & Casino. We’re thrilled to be connected to the NCPA Ownership Workshop, sponsored
Send your kids on a wild safari adventure at McKesson ideaShare
Do your kids crave adventure and excitement? Then look no further than our wild safari adventure at McKesson ideaShare! Let your little ones unleash their
Arrive early and maximize your trip with Thursday CE courses
Are you ready to supercharge your professional growth? Then get to McKesson ideaShare early this year! On Thursday, we’ve lined up a group of dynamic
Don’t forget! Register by April 30 for more chances to earn your rebate
If you’re looking for a sign to finally register for McKesson ideaShare and earn that extra month for the OneStop Generics Rebate, this is it!
We’ve made a few updates to the show schedule
It’s no fun to show up to the wrong session. That’s why we’re giving you a heads up that we have made some slight adjustments
Looking Back: McKesson ideaShare 2022 was just the beginning
Last year was the first in-person McKesson ideaShare since the COVID-19 pandemic. Buoyed by the dramatically shifting landscape, we introduced a new era of McKesson
Families are back and welcome at McKesson ideaShare
Families are an essential part of the independent pharmacy community, and we’re delighted to welcome them back to McKesson ideaShare! Many McKesson ideaShare attendees make
5 reasons your pharmacy technicians should join us at McKesson ideaShare
Pharmacy technicians are an essential part of that team, and it’s about time they got their due at McKesson ideaShare. From managing inventory to assisting
Registration opens March 30
McKesson ideaShare will open registration on March 30. Providing a best-in-class community pharmacy event is our goal. While we originally planned on launching registration on
Earn up to $6,000 with the OneStop Generics Rebate
Good news — the OneStop Generics Rebate is back this year! By attending McKesson ideaShare 2023, your stores can earn a 2% rebate on generics
Forge deeper connections with your team with Jason Dorsey
Whether you’re a Baby Boomer, Gen X, or Millennial, McKesson ideaShare is excited to announce that Jason Dorsey will share ground-breaking insights as part of
Boyz II Men will headline McKesson ideaShare’s final night party
Get ready for an unforgettable performance at McKesson ideaShare 2023! We are thrilled to announce that the legendary Boyz II Men will be headlining the
Could you be the 2023 Health Mart Pharmacy of the Year?
It takes a lot of hard work to be considered the best of the nearly 5,000 Health Mart pharmacies. Each year Health Mart awards a
Save the Date: June 22-25 is McKesson ideaShare 2023
We’re all in this summer. Are you? Join us at the Mandalay Bay Resort & Casino in Las Vegas for McKesson ideaShare from June 22-25.
Refocus on the Bottom Line: Learn from Penny Zenker at McKesson ideaShare
We are thrilled to announce that Penny Zenker, an esteemed guest speaker and renowned expert in focus and productivity, will be joining us on Monday,
Let the good savings roll! The OneStop Generics Rebate deadline has been extended to April 30
Fueled by the energy and enthusiasm of our attendees, we are thrilled to make an exciting announcement. Due to the contagious excitement surrounding the OneStop
‘The experience that I’ve had has been genuine and great’
As Boyz II Men crooned their way into the hearts of last year’s McKesson ideaShare attendees, the pervasive buzz of optimism filed out of Las
Registration is open for McKesson ideaShare 2024!
This June, the vibrant streets of New Orleans will pulsate with the rhythm of jazz, the tantalizing aroma of Cajun cuisine, and the warmth of
Registration opens next week. Are you ready?
It’s almost that time, fellow pharmacists. Registration for McKesson ideaShare opens on Wednesday, March 13. Whether it’s your first time or if you’ve been coming
There’s no better place to get fired up than at McKesson ideaShare
You know that feeling of being surrounded by people with a similar mindset? The ones who are doing the exact same work as you do
Are you Pharmacy of the Year material? Let us know by March 1!
If your store has a great story to share, this is your chance to shine a spotlight on you and your team. What does a
NOLA’s own Harry Connick Jr. to headline at McKesson ideaShare
McKesson ideaShare is thrilled to announce that we will conclude this year’s show with a Final Night Party headlined by The Big Easy’s own Harry
Attend and save: The generics rebate is back in 2024
The OneStop Generics Rebate is back to help you save big this year! By attending McKesson ideaShare 2024, your stores can each earn up to $6,000 as
Save the date: June 23-26 in New Orleans for McKesson ideaShare 2024
Laissez les bons temps rouler!
Live from the Big Easy this summer, join thousands of your colleagues for McKesson ideaShare 2024, the premier community pharmacy event in the nation.
Reflecting on 2023 American Pharmacists Month
October has been a busy month with a range of awareness campaigns including Breast Cancer Awareness Month (BCAM), National Pet Wellness Month and National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM). Most importantly, October shined a light on independent community pharmacies with American Pharmacists Month.
Eden Drug receives state proclamation from North Carolina
On October 10, 2023, Eden Drug owner Pete Crouch, RPh, and his wife Debbie received official recognition from the state of North Carolina for their dedication to their community and for winning the 2023 Health Mart Pharmacy of the Year award.
Bringing awareness to “unique-ability” employment in the pharmacy
At McKesson ideaShare in 2023, attendees had the chance to catch a CE hosted by Ashley Walker, PharmD, who served as a pharmacist for seven years and recently transitioned into full time entrepreneurship with her company Med Max Consulting, LLC, advocating for disability in the workplace.
Pharmacy technicians working to the top of their license
What technicians may do varies by state and qualifications—and vary by pharmacy. But what is universal is that technicians do much more than just entering data, putting pills in a bottle, verifying medications and acting as cashiers. Investing in a technician’s career can make a huge difference for your pharmacy and your community.
Virginia Keller, RPh: A lifetime of achievement
At the opening general session during McKesson ideaShare 2023, Health Mart awarded Virginia Keller, RPh, with the Health Mart Lifetime Achievement Award for her 50 years of serving her community of Ponca, Nebraska. Her story is rich with many ups and downs with threads of family and community running through it.
Celebrating Women in Pharmacy Oct. 12
Women Pharmacist Day was established several years ago by the Pharmacists Moms Facebook group. The day helps bring awareness to the growing influence women have in the pharmacy industry. According to the #WomenPharmacistDay website, Oct. 12 was chosen because October is American Pharmacists Month and the first recognized U.S. female pharmacist, Elizabeth Gooking Greenleaf was the mother of 12 children.
Raise the level of your pharmacy technicians
In summer 2021, seven staff members left Hesston Pharmacy and Harvey Drug for various reasons, ranging from college graduations to caring for family. This situation forced the owners, Sandie and Adam Kueker to rethink their staffing and operations. Knowing what skills the pharmacy needed and how to train new employees made all the difference.
Congratulations to Eden Drug, your 2023 Health Mart Pharmacy of the Year
Out of many incredible nominees, we have one winner. During McKesson ideaShare, more than a thousand community pharmacists from around the nation voted Eden Drug
Understand. Connect. Thrive. Let Jason Dorsey take you there
For pharmacy owners, understanding and connecting with their staff is an overlooked skill that can reap massive rewards. Jason Dorsey’s expertise and experience in the
It’s time to take action!
Sharing your story is one of the most effective ways to make our voice heard in conversations about public health policies that impact the wellbeing
It’s officially time to welcome you to McKesson ideaShare 2023
Today is the day! We are thrilled to welcome you to McKesson ideaShare, the premier healthcare innovation event that brings together industry leaders, experts, and
Get to know Professional Pharmacy, a Pharmacy of the Year finalist
Baltimore, Maryland Health Mart since 2016 Based in Baltimore, Maryland, Professional Pharmacy has continued to serve all the citizens of their community, two legs and
Get to know Hazel Green Pharmacy, a Pharmacy of the Year finalist
Hazel Green, Alabama Health Mart since 2009 Based in Hazel Green, Alabama, Hazel Green Pharmacy has created a sanctuary of healing and hope in their
Get to know Eden Drug, a Pharmacy of the Year finalist
Eden, North Carolina Health Mart since 2005 Based in Eden, North Carolina, Eden Drug has established itself as a cornerstone of the community. Owner and
Master social video using our hands-on social media zone
In today’s world, social media marketing plays a big part in attracting and retaining customers, whether you are a large corporation of a small rural
Interested in pharmacy ownership? Come to Las Vegas early for NCPA’s Ownership Workshop
It’s a big summer for independent pharmacists at the Mandalay Bay Resort & Casino. We’re thrilled to be connected to the NCPA Ownership Workshop, sponsored
Send your kids on a wild safari adventure at McKesson ideaShare
Do your kids crave adventure and excitement? Then look no further than our wild safari adventure at McKesson ideaShare! Let your little ones unleash their
Arrive early and maximize your trip with Thursday CE courses
Are you ready to supercharge your professional growth? Then get to McKesson ideaShare early this year! On Thursday, we’ve lined up a group of dynamic
Don’t forget! Register by April 30 for more chances to earn your rebate
If you’re looking for a sign to finally register for McKesson ideaShare and earn that extra month for the OneStop Generics Rebate, this is it!
We’ve made a few updates to the show schedule
It’s no fun to show up to the wrong session. That’s why we’re giving you a heads up that we have made some slight adjustments
Looking Back: McKesson ideaShare 2022 was just the beginning
Last year was the first in-person McKesson ideaShare since the COVID-19 pandemic. Buoyed by the dramatically shifting landscape, we introduced a new era of McKesson
Families are back and welcome at McKesson ideaShare
Families are an essential part of the independent pharmacy community, and we’re delighted to welcome them back to McKesson ideaShare! Many McKesson ideaShare attendees make
5 reasons your pharmacy technicians should join us at McKesson ideaShare
Pharmacy technicians are an essential part of that team, and it’s about time they got their due at McKesson ideaShare. From managing inventory to assisting
Registration opens March 30
McKesson ideaShare will open registration on March 30. Providing a best-in-class community pharmacy event is our goal. While we originally planned on launching registration on
Earn up to $6,000 with the OneStop Generics Rebate
Good news — the OneStop Generics Rebate is back this year! By attending McKesson ideaShare 2023, your stores can earn a 2% rebate on generics
Forge deeper connections with your team with Jason Dorsey
Whether you’re a Baby Boomer, Gen X, or Millennial, McKesson ideaShare is excited to announce that Jason Dorsey will share ground-breaking insights as part of
Boyz II Men will headline McKesson ideaShare’s final night party
Get ready for an unforgettable performance at McKesson ideaShare 2023! We are thrilled to announce that the legendary Boyz II Men will be headlining the
Could you be the 2023 Health Mart Pharmacy of the Year?
It takes a lot of hard work to be considered the best of the nearly 5,000 Health Mart pharmacies. Each year Health Mart awards a
Save the Date: June 22-25 is McKesson ideaShare 2023
We’re all in this summer. Are you? Join us at the Mandalay Bay Resort & Casino in Las Vegas for McKesson ideaShare from June 22-25.