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OPA Annual Conference, Trade Show & Career Fair Information

Hold the Date: April 17-19, 2009

Hold the date:
131st OPA Annual Conference & Trade Show
April 17-19, 2009
Greater Columbus Convention Center
400 North High Street
Columbus, Ohio 43215


130th OPA Annual Conference & Trade Show
April 11-13, 2008


 

 

Full registration includes admission to all Friday, Saturday amd Sunday CE Programs, handout materials, Trade Show, meals and breaks. Registration for the PAC Breakfast is separate.

ONE DAY REGISTRATION
DISCOUNTED MEMBER RATE

Friday $119 $129 after 3/7/08
Saturday $119 $129 after 3/7/08
Sunday $79 $89 after 3/7/08

NON-MEMBER RATE

Friday $169 $179 after 3/7/08
Saturday $169 $179 after 3/7/08
Sunday $119 $129 after 3/7/08

One day registration includes admission to� CE Programs, handout materials, Trade Show, meals and breaks.


SCHEDULE AT A GLANCE Friday, April 11, 2008

7:30 am Registration
8:30 am Management of Obesity
Natural Products 101
Addiction: Chemical Dependency and Drug Therapy� 
Managing Thyroid Dysfunction
10:10 am Break
10:30 am

OTC/Self-Care Challenge
Ischemic Heart Disease
Infection and Exposure Control
Anxiety Syndromes and Panic Disorder

12:15 Awards Luncheon
2 pm

Research Forum
Cultural Competency
Exercise is Medicine
Pediatric Diabetes
Medicare Part D Changes (new program)

3:40 pm Trade Show/Poster Session
7:00 pm Dinner & Fun:
OPA Party in Paradise & OPF Auction


Saturday, April 12, 2008

7:30 am Registration &
PAC Breakfast
8:30 am

Ohio Law Update 2008
(repeated at 10:30 am)
Drug Therapy of Coagulation Disorders
Ohio Showcase of Pharmacy Practice
Anemia in Oncology Patients

10:10am Break
10:30 am Ohio Law Update 2008
(repeated from 8:30 am)
Type 2 Diabetes
OTCs to get through the Gap
Use of Technology in Today's Practice
12:10 pm Trade Show, Career Fair and Box Lunch
2:30 pm

Wound and Ostomy Care
Examining the Landscape of MTMS
Caring for Hospice Patients
So You Want to Buy or Sell a Pharmacy?

2:30 pm

Student Law Review and Entertainment
4:15 pm  House of Delegates

4:30 pm

Student Olympics and Party
7:00 pm Alumni Reception

8:00 pm

President's Banquet and Entertainment

9:30 pm

President's Reception


Sunday, April 13, 2008

7:30 am Registration
Past Presidents' Breakfast (invitation only)
8:30 am Ohio Medicaid Update 2008
Chronic Non-Malignant Pain
Gastroenterology Update
10:10 am Break
10:30 am Update on New Drugs 2008
Electronic Prescribing
Wherry Pharmacy Museum History
12:10 pm Annual Conference Adjournment

 


Continuing Education Credit
This Conference is targeted to all pharmacists and pharmacy students. The Continuing Education (CE) portion of the 130th OPA Annual Conference is being coordinated by the Ohio Pharmacists Foundation. As part of its mission, the Foundation provides education programs designed for pharmacists, to address the daily issues of pharmacy. To receive continuing pharmacy education credit, you must fill out the CE form indicating programs attended, sign, date, and return it to OPA staff. Your statement of CE credit will be mailed to you within four weeks.

The Ohio Pharmacists Foundation, Inc. is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education as a provider of continuing pharmacy education.


Special Events

OPA Party in Paradise & OPF Silent Auction
Friday - 7:00 pm
Join OPA in paradise for a laid-back evening of island cuisine, fun music and comedy. Enjoy a delicious Cheeseburger in Paradise while our spotlight entertainer, Patrick Henry, combines his original humor with music. You won't want to miss the chance to hear a very talented musician and the special pharmacy surprises he has in store for you. You'll have plenty of time to talk to your friends, many of whom will be dressed in their best Parrot- head shirts, while you bid on your favorite items at the 4th Annual Ohio Pharmacists Foundation (OPF) Silent Auction. Your purchase will support OPF's educational programming and research. There's sure to be something for everyone at this year's auction. You'll definitely experience some "changes in attitude" as you enjoy this fun evening with friends.

Alumni Reception & President's Banquet
Saturday - 7:00 pm
Catch up on the latest at your university while reuniting with your friends at the College Alumni Reception sponsored by the Council of Ohio Colleges of Pharmacy. Following the reception, please join us for the black tie optional President's Banquet where you will enjoy a delicious dinner accompanied by the elegant, relaxing music of harpist, Pegi Engleman. OPA President-Elect Dave Boyer, R.Ph. will be installed as President along with the 2008-2009 officers and trustees. Immediately following the banquet, please plan to join us for the President's Reception featuring more music, a dessert bar and beverages.


Enjoy Columbus !
For more information about Columbus, contact the Greater Columbus Convention & Visitors Bureau
at 800/345-4FUN.
Or visit www.experiencecolumbus.com.


Major Contributors and Sponsors
$$Link
http://www.ohiopharmacists.org/pdf_files/AnnualSponsorshipApplication
Annual� Conference Sponsorship and Educational Grant Application
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Major Contributors
(as of June 1, 2008)
American Pharmacists Association
American Pharmacy Services Corporation
AmerisourceBergen Corporation
Amgen
Council of Ohio Colleges of Pharmacy
CVS/pharmacy
McKesson Corp.
Merck & Co.
National Alliance of State Pharmacy Associations
National Community Pharmacists Association
Pfizer, Inc.
Pharmacists Mutual Companies
Procter & Gamble Company

Sponsors
(as of June 1, 2008)
American Pharmacy Cooperative, Inc.
Avizent/The Frank Gates Company
Axcan Pharma
Buy-Sellapharmacy.com
Dominic and Debbie Bartone
Giant Eagle
Kroger Company
Marc Glassman, Inc.
Mike's Pharmacy Supply
Pharmacists Rehabilitation Organization
Progressive Medical, Inc.
Sharps Compliance, Inc.
Smith & Nephew, Inc.
SureScripts, LLC
Voice-Tech, Inc.
ZRT Laboratory


Hotels
Hampton Inn & Suites
, 501 N. High St., is located across the street from the Greater Columbus Convention Center.
Rates: $117-127.
Reservations can be made by calling 614.559.2000 or 800.426.7866.
You must refer to Group Code: OP8 to obtain special rate.

The Hyatt Regency Columbus, 350 N. High Street is connected to the Greater Columbus Convention Center.
Rates: $145.
Reservations can be made by calling 614.463.1234 or 800.233.1234.

Crowne Plaza Hotel, 33 Nationwide Blvd., is attached by an enclosed walkway to the Convention Center.
Rates: $128.
Reservations can be made by calling 614.461.4100 or 800.338.4462.

Drury Inn & Suites, 88 East Nationwide Boulevard, is connected to the Greater Columbus Convention Center.
Rates range from $115-155.
Reservations may be made by calling 614.221.7008 or 800.325.0720.

Reservation requests after March 8 for the Hampton Inn, Hyatt Regency and Crowne Plaza, and March 25 for Drury Inn, are subject to availability, and may not be at conference rates.



TRADE SHOW INFORMATION
OHIO PHARMACISTS ASSOCIATION
131st ANNUAL CONFERENCE & TRADE SHOW
APRIL 17-18, 2009
Friday, 3:40-6:00 p.m.
Saturday, 12:10-2:30 p.m.

The Ohio Pharmacists Association invites you to be a part of its 131st Annual Conference and Trade Show. The 2009 Trade Show gives you the opportunity to strengthen business relationships, make new contacts and increase productivity. Don't miss out on one of the most well attended meetings of pharmacists and pharmacy decision-makers in the Midwest.


2009 OPA Exhibit Hall Prospectus with layout for booth selection.

The official exhibit hall decorator is the George Fern Company with Lynn Garvin as the show representative.

AWSLinkToForm[29,5] For Secure Online Trade Show registration


CAREER FAIR INFORMATION

The Ohio Pharmacists Association is pleased to invite you to participate in the Annual Career Fair which will be held Saturday, April 18, 2009. All employers looking for interns, residents, new graduates and experienced pharmacists are encouraged to take advantage of this opportunity.

 

 

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