Highlights from the NASP 2025 Annual Meeting & Expo
The National Association of Specialty Pharmacy (NASP) recently honored exceptional poster presentations and scholarship recipients during the dynamic 2025 Annual Meeting & Expo. This memorable event brought together over 2,100 attendees, making it a record-breaking meeting that showcased the brilliance of the specialty pharmacy sector.
Outstanding Poster Presentations Recognized
This year marked a remarkable achievement, with 111 abstracts submitted for poster presentations. Each author participated in engaging Q&A sessions, allowing them to elaborate on their research findings. This year's winning posters not only highlighted individual research but also underscored the critical contributions specialty pharmacies make to patient care.
Winners of the Poster Awards
Panel judges and audience members evaluated the submissions and selected four outstanding posters:
- Specialty Pharmacy Outcomes & Practice-Based Research: Bisni Narayanan from Yale New Haven Health System, for his work on "Patient reported outcomes and adherence among patients with multiple sclerosis treated with disease modifying therapies at an integrated health system specialty pharmacy."
- Specialty Pharmacy Products, Services, or Programs: Andrew Wash from CPS Solutions, LLC, presented on "Utilization of a health-system specialty pharmacy to optimize management of HCV-positive kidney transplant recipients."
- Digital Engagement/Technology in Specialty Pharmacy Services: Diana Le from UVA Health System for her research on "Optimizing specialty medication access through multi-step order transmittal (MSOT) workflows: a single health system evaluation."
- Attendee Choice: Megan Rees from Loopback Analytics for her project titled "Identification of a feasible, evidence-based approach to ulcerative colitis disease assessment by specialty pharmacies."
Scholarship Recipients Celebrate Achievement
In addition to the poster awards, NASP proudly awarded five Ron Bookman Memorial Scholarships, generously supported by Onco360, CareMed, and ConnectMed360. Each scholarship, worth $2,500, honors students for their academic excellence, commitment to community service, work ethic, and leadership potential.
2025 Scholarship Winners
The scholarship recipients are:
- Angel Edwards from the University of Michigan College of Pharmacy
- Ronald Galvez, University of Utah College of Pharmacy
- Selina Jin, University of Pittsburgh School of Pharmacy
- Makayla Roberts from Ferris State College of Pharmacy
- Samiksha Prasanna from The Ohio State University, College of Public Health
NASP: Championing Specialty Pharmacy
As a 501(c)(6) non-profit organization, NASP stands as a vital advocate for all stakeholders within the specialty pharmacy industry. Its mission aims to enhance patient care standards across the board. NASP promotes a competitive healthcare market where all specialty pharmacies are afforded equal opportunities to serve their patients effectively.
The organization actively collaborates with policymakers and industry leaders, striving to ensure every patient has access to essential medications and high-quality care. NASP's extensive membership includes leading specialty pharmacies, pharmaceutical manufacturers, patient advocacy groups, healthcare systems, and practicing pharmacists, reflecting a unified front in the specialty pharmacy landscape.
Overall, the NASP 2025 Annual Meeting & Expo provided a platform for recognition and collaboration, celebrating the pioneers who continue to advance the specialty pharmacy industry.
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the NASP 2025 Annual Meeting & Expo about?
The event recognized outstanding poster presentations and awarded scholarships to students, celebrating achievements in the specialty pharmacy sector.
How many abstracts were accepted for the poster presentations?
A total of 111 abstracts were accepted this year, showcasing innovative research from various contributors.
Who were the 2025 scholarship recipients?
The scholarship winners included students from various universities, recognized for their academic excellence and leadership in pharmacy.
What are the main goals of NASP?
NASP's mission focuses on advancing patient care while promoting a competitive and equitable playing field for specialty pharmacies.
How many attendees participated in the annual expo?
The event attracted over 2,100 attendees, making it a record-breaking meeting for NASP.