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ST. LOUIS, USA – June 12, 2026 — The American Society of Health-System Pharmacists (ASHP) is gearing up to host its highly anticipated ASHP Pharmacy Futures 2026, commencing tomorrow, June 13, in St. Louis, MO. This dynamic annual event will unite approximately 2,000 pharmacy professionals, practice leaders, and innovators to delve into cutting-edge practices, actionable strategies, and the transformative innovations actively shaping the future of patient care and the pharmacy workforce, particularly in the age of artificial intelligence.
Driving Innovation and Workforce Transformation in Pharmacy
ASHP Pharmacy Futures 2026 is poised to offer a comprehensive program designed to empower professionals at every career stage. Attendees will benefit from over 40 dynamic education sessions and curated learning communities, covering critical areas such as specialty pharmacy, ambulatory care, informatics, digital health, leadership, and medication safety. A significant highlight will be the ASHP Summit on Pharmacy Workforce Transformation in the Age of AI, a two-day immersive program exploring AI's profound impact on the pharmacy profession. Other notable events include the National Pharmacy Preceptors Conference and specialized Sterile Compounding Designated Person Competency Training.
Exploring Cutting-Edge Solutions in the Exploration Hall
The event's "Exploration Hall" will serve as a central hub for networking and showcasing the latest advancements across key exhibit sectors. Exhibitors will present innovations in Clinical Pharmacy Practice & Patient Care Innovation, focusing on technologies and services that enhance clinical decision support, optimize medication management, and improve patient outcomes. The Pharmacy Informatics & Workforce Transformation sector will highlight digital health tools, AI applications, pharmacy automation, and resources for leadership development. With an estimated 20:1 attendee-to-exhibitor ratio and dedicated unopposed exhibit time, the event offers unparalleled opportunities for engagement, especially given that approximately 65% of attendees possess purchasing authority. Professionals seeking to engage with the future of health-system pharmacy are encouraged to visit www.ashp.org/meetings-and-conferences/pharmacy-futures for more information and to explore the full program.
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About American Society of Health-System Pharmacists - ASHP Pharmacy Futures
ASHP Pharmacy Futures is the American Society of Health-System Pharmacists' annual summer event, designed to bring together pharmacy professionals to explore the future of patient care and pharmacy practice. As a focused leadership conference, it complements the larger ASHP Midyear Clinical Meeting by emphasizing forward-looking strategies, workforce transformation, and technological innovations, particularly in AI. Organized by ASHP, a national professional organization dedicated to advancing pharmacy practice and improving patient outcomes, the event provides essential education, networking, and leadership development opportunities for the broader pharmacy community.
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