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FREE LIVE CE for GSHP Members! 

Webinar-

Wednesday, April 29, 2026 – 12:00pm-1:00 pm

A1c to Everything: Evolution of Use of GLP-1 Receptor Agonists

Presenter:

Victoria J. Clark Creo, PharmD

PGY-2 Ambulatory Care Resident

UGA College of Pharmacy

Pharmacist Objectives:

• -          Discuss GLP-1/GIP and general information about agents that mimic these hormones
• -          Identify established indications for GLP-1 and dual GLP-1/GIP receptor agonists
• -          Evaluate relevant literature providing indications to identified agents
• -          Discuss a new multi-agonist receptor and potential further uses
• -          Utilize clinical pearls for use of GLP-1 or dual GLP-1/GIP receptor agonists

Pharmacy Technician Objectives:

Describe the role of GLP-1 and GIP hormones in glucose regulation and appetite control, and identify medications that mimic these hormones.

List FDA-approved indications for GLP-1 receptor agonists and dual GLP-1/GIP receptor agonists (e.g., diabetes, weight management).

Recognize commonly used GLP-1 and GLP-1/GIP agents and match them with their primary indications and dosage forms.

Summarize key findings from clinical studies supporting the use of GLP-1 and dual GLP-1/GIP receptor agonists in approved indications.

Identify emerging therapies, including multi-agonist receptor agents, and describe their potential future uses in patient care.

This is a knowledge-based activity.  This activity was planned to meet the educational needs of pharmacists and pharmacy technicians who practice in any setting.

Georgia Society of Health-System Pharmacists is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE) as a provider of continuing pharmacy education.   Participants of the session who complete the evaluation and provide accurate NABP e-Profile information will have their credit for 1.0 contact hours (0.10 CEU) submitted to CPE Monitor as early as 1 day after the event and no later than 60 days after the event.  Please know that if accurate e-Profile information is not provided within 60 days of the event, credit cannot be claimed after that time.  The participant is accountable for verifying the accurate posting of CE credit to their CPE Monitor account within 60 days. Participants must participate completely in the activity and complete the course evaluation in its entirety to claim continuing pharmacy education credit.

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This is a member service of GSHP.  There is no charge for members to attend.  Dues must be current to receive CE credit.

Non-members will be charged $20 for CE processing

To register:  

https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_bNH2Ga5mSweLOyPUbB_XmQ

Call for Nominations 2026

The Committee on Nominations-2026 is pursuing members who wish to get or stay active and involved in GSHP. These candidates should exhibit qualities of leadership, vision and professional awareness that will sustain the enterprising and pioneering spirit that has characterized GSHP. 

WHO: Any pharmacist member of GSHP. 

WHAT: Submit your name or another GSHP member's name to the Committee on Nominations for consideration as a candidate for the following offices: 

President-elect

New Practitioner Member of the Board

 

District Directors-elect for: 

•             Central Georgia (Macon, Warner Robins area)

•             Central Savannah River (Augusta area)

•             South Metro/West Georgia  (S Fulton County, Peachtree City, Newnan, Griffin, Carrollton Area)

•             SW Georgia (Valdosta, Albany area)

•             NE Georgia (Athens, Gainesville area)

•             NE Georgia Metro (N Fulton County, Dekalb County area)

•             NW Georgia (Cobb County, Rome area)

Functions: 

President Elect: The President-elect serves as a member of the Executive Committee, Board of Directors and as a non-voting ex-officio member of all standing committees and ad hoc bodies of the GSHP Board. Perform the duties of the President in the President's absence. Monitor progress of committees and individuals in addressing issues identified and charges assigned from the planning retreats. Succeeds to the offices of President and Chairman of the Board. Your term of office would be from July 2026 to July 2027 as President-elect; July 2027 to July 2028 as President and from July 2028 to July 2029 as Chair of the Board.

New Practitioner Member of the Board: New Practitioner shall be elected by the voting membership for a term of office of two years (July 2026 to July 2028). Upon election, this individual should have graduated from a pharmacy school within the past seven years.

District Directors: In addition to representing membership from the local district as a voting member of the Board, the District Directors serve as membership liaison and coordinate local education programming for GSHP.  You would serve as district director elect from July 2026 to July 2027, and District Director from July 2027 to July 2029. 

WHERE: Submit names for consideration to: The Committee Nominations - 2026, c/o  Steve Glass (sglass@gshp.org ) 

When: Before April 20, 2026

WHY: The future of our profession needs the participation and contribution of its leaders.

FREE LIVE CE for GSHP Members! 

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Tuesday, July 14, 2026 – 12:00pm-1:00 pm

Ironing Out the Details: Managing Anemia in Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)

Presenter:

Lisa M. Woolard, PharmD, BCACP

PGY2 Ambulatory Care Residency Program Director

Clinical Pharmacist Specialist | Gastroenterology 
Emory Healthcare

Pharmacist Objectives:

• Describe the epidemiology and pathophysiology of iron deficiency anemia (IDA) in patients with IBD
• Evaluate current guideline based management strategies for IDA
• Recognize potential challenges with oral and IV iron therapies and how providers can navigate these barriers

Pharmacy Technician Objectives:

• Describe the basic causes and prevalence of iron deficiency anemia (IDA) in patients with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), including how the condition develops.
• Identify common guideline-based treatment approaches for IDA, including differences between oral and intravenous (IV) iron therapies.
• Recognize potential challenges associated with oral and IV iron treatments (e.g., side effects, administration considerations, access issues) and the technician’s role in supporting safe and effective therapy.

This is a knowledge based activity.  This activity was planned to meet the educational needs of pharmacists and pharmacy technicians who practice in any setting.

Georgia Society of Health-System Pharmacists is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE) as a provider of continuing pharmacy education.   Participants of the session who complete the evaluation and provide accurate NABP e-Profile information will have their credit for 1.0 contact hours (0.10 CEU) submitted to CPE Monitor as early as 1 day after the event and no later than 60 days after the event.  Please know that if accurate e-Profile information is not provided within 60 days of the event, credit cannot be claimed after that time.  The participant is accountable for verifying the accurate posting of CE credit to their CPE Monitor account within 60 days. Participants must participate completely in the activity and complete the course evaluation in its entirety to claim continuing pharmacy education credit.

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This is a member service of GSHP.  There is no charge for members to attend.  Dues must be current to receive CE credit.

Non-members will be charged $20 for CE processing

To register:  

https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_qCaj04Y0T0uzQhG2Z4D4Zg

FREE LIVE CE for GSHP Members! 

Webinar-

Wednesday, April 15, 2026 – 12:00pm-1:00 pm

Candida Auris: An Overview

Presenter:

Nick McConnell, PharmD

PGY1 Pharmacy Resident

Piedmont Healthcare

Pharmacist Objectives:

• -          Describe a potential treatment regimen for Candida auris and which antifungal agents do not have activity against it.
• -          Identify which patients are at an increased risk of developing Candida auris infections.
• -          Describe the epidemiology and origins of Candida auris and how to prevent infection transmission.

Pharmacy Technician Objectives:

Describe common treatment approaches for Candida auris, including which antifungal agents are typically used and which agents lack activity.
Identify patient populations at increased risk for Candida auris infection, including key clinical and healthcare-related risk factors.
Recognize basic epidemiology and origins of Candida auris, including how it spreads in healthcare settings and standard infection prevention strategies.

This is a knowledge based activity.  This activity was planned to meet the educational needs of pharmacists and pharmacy technicians who practice in any setting.

Georgia Society of Health-System Pharmacists is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE) as a provider of continuing pharmacy education.   Participants of the session who complete the evaluation and provide accurate NABP e-Profile information will have their credit for 1.0 contact hours (0.10 CEU) submitted to CPE Monitor as early as 1 day after the event and no later than 60 days after the event.  Please know that if accurate e-Profile information is not provided within 60 days of the event, credit cannot be claimed after that time.  The participant is accountable for verifying the accurate posting of CE credit to their CPE Monitor account within 60 days. Participants must participate completely in the activity and complete the course evaluation in its entirety to claim continuing pharmacy education credit.

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This is a member service of GSHP.  There is no charge for members to attend.  Dues must be current to receive CE credit.

Non-members will be charged $20 for CE processing

To register:  

https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_mKybu7TDQ8eXxotGtNGEUQ

FREE LIVE CE for GSHP Members! 

Webinar-

Wednesday, April 8, 2026 – 12:00pm-1:00 pm

“Avoiding the Ouch" Review of Non-Injectable Sedative Agents for Pediatric Patients in the Emergency Department 

Presenter:

Bayley George, PharmD,

PGY1 Pharmacy Resident

Northeast Georgia Health-System

Pharmacist Objectives:

-          Identify optimal doses and routes for non-injectable sedative agents based on patients' specific factors.

-          Describe the efficacy and safety profiles of different non-injectable sedatives in pediatric patients.

-          Discuss the current clinical evidence supporting non-injectable sedative use for pediatric patients in the emergency department.

Pharmacy Technician Objectives:

Identify commonly used non-injectable sedative medications in pediatric patients, including typical dosage forms and routes of administration used in the emergency department.

List key safety considerations and common adverse effects associated with non-injectable sedatives in pediatric patients.

Describe the general role and purpose of non-injectable sedatives in pediatric emergency care.

This is a knowledge based activity.  This activity was planned to meet the educational needs of pharmacists and pharmacy technicians who practice in any setting.

Georgia Society of Health-System Pharmacists is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE) as a provider of continuing pharmacy education.   Participants of the session who complete the evaluation and provide accurate NABP e-Profile information will have their credit for 1.0 contact hours (0.10 CEU) submitted to CPE Monitor as early as 1 day after the event and no later than 60 days after the event.  Please know that if accurate e-Profile information is not provided within 60 days of the event, credit cannot be claimed after that time.  The participant is accountable for verifying the accurate posting of CE credit to their CPE Monitor account within 60 days. Participants must participate completely in the activity and complete the course evaluation in its entirety to claim continuing pharmacy education credit.

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This is a member service of GSHP.  There is no charge for members to attend.  Dues must be current to receive CE credit.

Non-members will be charged $20 for CE processing

To register:  

https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_SeSs1MtZSwGI7h7cBEAIQA

FREE LIVE CE for GSHP Members! 

Webinar-

Tuesday, March 31, 2026 – 12:00pm-1:00 pm

Antibiotic-Induced Neurotoxicity: Recognition, Risk Factors, and Monitoring Strategies

Presenter:

Taylor Butler, PharmD

PGY1 Pharmacy Resident

Piedmont Atlanta

Pharmacist Objectives:

• Describe the proposed pathophysiologic mechanisms and common antimicrobial agents associated with antibiotic-induced neurotoxicity.

• Identify patient-specific risk factors and clinically significant drug interactions that increase the risk of antibiotic-induced neurotoxicity.
  • Apply appropriate monitoring and management strategies to prevent, detect, and mitigate harm in clinical practice.

Pharmacy Technician Objectives:

• Describe the proposed pathophysiologic mechanisms and common antimicrobial agents associated with antibiotic-induced neurotoxicity.
• List patient-specific risk factors and clinically significant drug interactions that increase the risk of antibiotic-induced neurotoxicity

This is a knowledge based activity.  This activity was planned to meet the educational needs of pharmacists and pharmacy technicians who practice in any setting.

Georgia Society of Health-System Pharmacists is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE) as a provider of continuing pharmacy education.   Participants of the session who complete the evaluation and provide accurate NABP e-Profile information will have their credit for 1.0 contact hours (0.10 CEU) submitted to CPE Monitor as early as 1 day after the event and no later than 60 days after the event.  Please know that if accurate e-Profile information is not provided within 60 days of the event, credit cannot be claimed after that time.  The participant is accountable for verifying the accurate posting of CE credit to their CPE Monitor account within 60 days. Participants must participate completely in the activity and complete the course evaluation in its entirety to claim continuing pharmacy education credit.

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This is a member service of GSHP.  There is no charge for members to attend.  Dues must be current to receive CE credit.

Non-members will be charged $20 for CE processing

To register:  https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_O8IS8wHYQzSEq41oGOyRUg

FREE LIVE CE for GSHP Members! 

Webinar-

Tuesday, March 10, 2026 – 12:00pm-1:00 pm

The Sodium Tightrope: Balancing Efficacy and Safety in Patients With Dysnatremiaso

Presenter:

Abigail Millsaps Pharm.D.

Pharmacy Resident - PGY1

Northeast Georgia Medical Center

Pharmacist Objectives:

• -          Describe the systematic approach to classifying hyponatremia
  Identify recommended treatment regimens for hypo- and hypernatremia
  Evaluate emerging evidence for rapid sodium correction in hypo- and hypernatremia

Pharmacy Technician Objectives:

• Recite the systematic approach to classifying hyponatremia
• List recommended treatment regimens for hypo- and hypernatremia

This is a knowledge based activity.  This activity was planned to meet the educational needs of pharmacists and pharmacy technicians who practice in any setting.

Georgia Society of Health-System Pharmacists is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE) as a provider of continuing pharmacy education.   Participants of the session who complete the evaluation and provide accurate NABP e-Profile information will have their credit for 1.0 contact hours (0.10 CEU) submitted to CPE Monitor as early as 1 day after the event and no later than 60 days after the event.  Please know that if accurate e-Profile information is not provided within 60 days of the event, credit cannot be claimed after that time.  The participant is accountable for verifying the accurate posting of CE credit to their CPE Monitor account within 60 days. Participants must participate completely in the activity and complete the course evaluation in its entirety to claim continuing pharmacy education credit.

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This is a member service of GSHP.  There is no charge for members to attend.  Dues must be current to receive CE credit.

Non-members will be charged $20 for CE processing

To register:  https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_Qj7aOMsJSI6YR2sTYqpuNw

FREE LIVE CE for GSHP Members! 

Webinar-

Monday, March 23, 2026 – 3:00pm-4:00 pm

Preventing the Preventable: Opportunistic Infection Prophylaxis in Solid Organ Transplant

Presenter:

Greg Shulkosky, PharmD

Pharmacy Resident

Piedmont Atlanta Hospital

Pharmacist Objectives:

• -          Identify common opportunistic infections and viral pathogens for which prophylaxis is recommended in solid organ transplant recipients.
• -          Interpret institutional and guideline-based recommendations for prophylactic antimicrobial, antiviral, and antifungal therapy in solid organ transplant patients.
• -          Explain the evidence and rationale supporting current prophylaxis strategies used in solid organ transplant recipients.
• -          Apply prophylaxis recommendations to patient-specific solid organ transplant scenarios.

Pharmacy Technician Objectives:

• List common opportunistic infections and viral pathogens for which prophylaxis is recommended in solid organ transplant recipients.
• List the evidence and rationale supporting current prophylaxis strategies used in solid organ transplant recipients.
• List prophylaxis recommendations to patient-specific solid organ transplant scenarios.

This is a knowledge based activity.  This activity was planned to meet the educational needs of pharmacists and pharmacy technicians who practice in any setting.

Georgia Society of Health-System Pharmacists is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE) as a provider of continuing pharmacy education.   Participants of the session who complete the evaluation and provide accurate NABP e-Profile information will have their credit for 1.0 contact hours (0.10 CEU) submitted to CPE Monitor as early as 1 day after the event and no later than 60 days after the event.  Please know that if accurate e-Profile information is not provided within 60 days of the event, credit cannot be claimed after that time.  The participant is accountable for verifying the accurate posting of CE credit to their CPE Monitor account within 60 days. Participants must participate completely in the activity and complete the course evaluation in its entirety to claim continuing pharmacy education credit.

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0228-0000-26-013-L01-T

This is a member service of GSHP.  There is no charge for members to attend.  Dues must be current to receive CE credit.

Non-members will be charged $20 for CE processing

To register:  https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_sXOlnU9GSZ-WN8gxbFmL-Q

FREE LIVE CE for GSHP Members! 

Webinar-

Wednesday, March 4, 2026 – 12:00pm-1:00 pm

Ketamine for the Management of Refractory Status Epilepticus in Pediatrics

Presenter:

Martine Abouchabki, PharmD

PGY2 Pediatric Pharmacy Resident

Wellstar MCG Health | Children's Hospital of Georgia

Pharmacist Objectives:

-          Describe the pathophysiology and diagnosis of refractory status epilepticus.

-          Evaluate the safety and efficacy of ketamine in refractory status epilepticus.

-          Determine ketamine's place in the status epilepticus algorithm based on current literature. 

Pharmacy Technician Objectives:

• Describe the pathophysiology and diagnosis of refractory status epilepticus.
• Recite the safety and efficacy of ketamine in refractory status epilepticus.
• Recite ketamine's place in the status epilepticus. 

This is a knowledge based activity.  This activity was planned to meet the educational needs of pharmacists and pharmacy technicians who practice in any setting.

Georgia Society of Health-System Pharmacists is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE) as a provider of continuing pharmacy education.   Participants of the session who complete the evaluation and provide accurate NABP e-Profile information will have their credit for 1.0 contact hours (0.10 CEU) submitted to CPE Monitor as early as 1 day after the event and no later than 60 days after the event.  Please know that if accurate e-Profile information is not provided within 60 days of the event, credit cannot be claimed after that time.  The participant is accountable for verifying the accurate posting of CE credit to their CPE Monitor account within 60 days. Participants must participate completely in the activity and complete the course evaluation in its entirety to claim continuing pharmacy education credit.

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This is a member service of GSHP.  There is no charge for members to attend.  Dues must be current to receive CE credit.

Non-members will be charged $20 for CE processing

To register:  

https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_kiFoaf-nTkO76VAKD5ByyQ

FREE LIVE CE for GSHP Members! 

Webinar-

Monday, March 2, 2026 – 12:00pm-1:00 pm

Semaglutide in CKD

Presenter:

Jessica James, PharmD 

PGY-1 Pharmacy Resident

Phoebe Putney

Pharmacist Objectives:

-          Describe the pathophysiology of chronic kidney disease and how uncontrolled type 2 diabetes mellitus can lead to chronic kidney disease. 

-          Summarize the current treatment options for patients with chronic kidney disease. 

-          Evaluate clinical trial data supporting the FDA approval of semaglutide for the treatment of chronic kidney disease. 

Pharmacy Technician Objectives:

• Identify semaglutide products available and recognize common dosage forms.
• Describe expected dosing schedules to support accurate dispensing and adherence monitoring. 
• Differentiate between semaglutide therapy for chronic kidney disease, type 2 diabetes mellitus, and weight loss.

This is a knowledge based activity.  This activity was planned to meet the educational needs of pharmacists and pharmacy technicians who practice in any setting.

Georgia Society of Health-System Pharmacists is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE) as a provider of continuing pharmacy education.   Participants of the session who complete the evaluation and provide accurate NABP e-Profile information will have their credit for 1.0 contact hours (0.10 CEU) submitted to CPE Monitor as early as 1 day after the event and no later than 60 days after the event.  Please know that if accurate e-Profile information is not provided within 60 days of the event, credit cannot be claimed after that time.  The participant is accountable for verifying the accurate posting of CE credit to their CPE Monitor account within 60 days. Participants must participate completely in the activity and complete the course evaluation in its entirety to claim continuing pharmacy education credit.

0228-0000-26-011-L01-P

0228-0000-26-011-L01-T

This is a member service of GSHP.  There is no charge for members to attend.  Dues must be current to receive CE credit.

Non-members will be charged $20 for CE processing

To register:  https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_UVX4IYNcStKl5Oe4espVdw