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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

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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.

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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_UVX4IYNcStKl5Oe4espVdw

FREE LIVE CE for GSHP Members! 

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Wednesday, February 25, 2026 – 12:00pm-1:00 pm

Don’t Let PICS Get You Down: Role of Antidepressants in the ICU

 

Presenter:

Jen Miller, PharmD

PGY2 Critical Care Pharmacy Resident

Wellstar MCG Health

 

Objectives:

Pharmacists

• ·         Define post intensive care syndrome (PICS) and the various clinical domains
• ·         Review risk factors for PICS, with a focus on delirium as a modifiable risk factor
• ·         Analyze the role of antidepressants and patient outcomes in the ICU

Pharmacy Techs

• Recite the definition of post intensive care syndrome (PICS) and the various clinical domains
• List risk factors for PICS, with a focus on delirium as a modifiable risk factor
• Recite the role of antidepressants on patient outcomes in the ICU

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_H2vQtxaQQmieOSEZ9-MyCA

FREE LIVE CE for GSHP Members! 

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Wednesday, February 18, 2026 – 12:00pm-1:00 pm

The Price Is (Not) Right: Pharmacy's Role in Medication Access

 

Presenter:

Ebony Crawford, PharmD

PGY - 2 HSPAL Pharmacy Resident

Wellstar MCG Health

 

Pharmacist and Pharmacy Technician Objectives:

-          Define medication access and identify common barriers that prevent patients from obtaining their therapies. 

-          Describe common types of patient assistance programs and what programs certain patients qualify for. 

-          Identify the role of pharmacists, pharmacy technicians, and medication assistance coordinators in medication access.

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_EQlWLAHOQNygmMmZCI-G5w

 

 

 

 

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Wednesday, February 11, 2026 – 12:00pm-1:00 pm

Dosing Data: Examining the Future of Pharmacy in an Artificial Intelligence (AI) Era

 

Presenter:

Jessie Vo, PharmD

PGY1 Pharmacy Resident

Wellstar MCG Health

 

Pharmacist Objectives:

-          Describe different ways AI is currently being incorporated into clinical pharmacy

-          Identify areas where AI can be used to optimize patient safety and outcomes

-          Analyze potential limitations associated with implementing AI in pharmacy

 

Pharmacy Technician Objectives:

-          Define the concept of AI and machine learning 

-          Describe different ways AI is currently being incorporated into operational pharmacy

-          Identify areas where AI can be used to enhance workflowThis 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_lb13r33bRUaxYE4jX67j8A 

FREE LIVE CE for GSHP Members! 

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

From Mutations to Modulations: Transforming Cystic Fibrosis Therapy

 

Presenter:

Allison Lopez, PharmD

PGY1 Pharmacy Resident

Wellstar MCG Health

 

Objectives: 

• Pharmacist Objectives: 

o    Describe the pathophysiology of cystic fibrosis and the different genetic mutations that lead to CFTR protein dysfunction. 

o    Summarize the current treatment options for patients with cystic fibrosis. 

o    Evaluate clinical trial data supporting the FDA approval of current CFTR modulators. 

• Technician Objectives: 

o    Identify CFTR modulator products available and recognize common dosage forms. 

o    Describe expected dosing schedules to support accurate dispensing and adherence monitoring. 

o    Differentiate between CFTR modular therapy and cystic fibrosis supportive therapies. 

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_MOUfyNSLQZCXQ2POeyAuNg

FREE LIVE CE for GSHP Members! 

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Wednesday, January 28, 2026 – 12:00pm-1:00 pm

Step-Down Showdown: Oral vs Long-acting intravenous therapy for Staphylococcus aureus bacteremia

 

Presenter:

Andrew Bennett, PharmD

PGY1 Pharmacy Resident

Wellstar MCG Health

 

Objectives for pharmacists              

• 1.       Describe the epidemiology and impact of Staphylococcus aureus bacteremia
• 2.       Recognize the diversity in presentation of S. aureus bacteremia and factors influencing treatment
• 3.       Compare oral and long-acting intravenous therapy options for S. aureus bacteremia step-down therapy
• 4.       Apply peer-reviewed literature to transitions of care for S. aureus bacteremia treatment

Objectives for pharmacy technicians

• 1.       Describe the epidemiology and impact of Staphylococcus aureus bacteremia
• 2.       List oral and long-acting intravenous therapy options for S. aureus bacteremia step-down 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_j6NoKDxqTDad6-O-MTSP-A 

FREE LIVE CE for GSHP Members! 

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Wednesday, January 14, 2026 – 12:00pm-1:00 pm

Blasting Off: Exploring the role of Anti-GD2 Agents in Pediatric Neuroblastoma Treatment

 

Presenter:

Anne Abrams, PharmD

PGY1 Pharmacy Resident

Wellstar MCG Health

 

Objectives for pharmacists              

• 1.       Describe high-risk neuroblastoma, including epidemiology, pathophysiology, risk stratification, and standard treatment approaches
• 2.       Explain the mechanism of action of anti-GD2 immunotherapies, dinutuximab and naxitamab
• 3.       Evaluate the current literature for dinutuximab and naxitamab in pediatric patients with relapsed/refractory neuroblastoma, and discuss future directions of immunotherapy in frontline treatment  
• 4.       Analyze toxicity management of anti-GD2 therapy in pediatric patients

 

Objectives for pharmacy technicians

• 1.       Describe the key features of high-risk neuroblastoma and standard treatment approaches 
• 2.       Explain the mechanism of action of anti-GD2 immunotherapies, dinutuximab and naxitamab
• 3.       Identify common toxicities of anti-GD2 therapy and explain expected side effects and supportive care measures to patients and families

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_32EQtovuQrOPwYChkGq_5A

FREE LIVE CE for GSHP Members! 

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Wednesday, January 21, 2026 – 12:00pm-1:00 pm

Less Chemo, More Cure: Evolving Treatment Strategies in High-Risk Acute Promyelocytic Leukemia

 

Presenter:

Nghi T. Nguyen, PharmD

PGY1 Pharmacy Resident

Wellstar MCG Health

 

Objectives for pharmacists              

• 1.       Summarize the presentation and diagnosis of a patient with acute promyelocytic leukemia (APL).
• 2.       Describe the medications used to treat APL and the management of treatment-related adverse events.
• 3.       Evaluate current evidence to identify optimal treatment strategies for high-risk APL.

Objectives for pharmacy technicians

• 1.       Recognize the importance of early treatment initiation for a suspect APL diagnosis.
• 2.       Identify mediations used to treat APL
• 3.       List potential complications associated with APL.

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_5BU3i8MKS6WUviWEwJsV6w

FREE LIVE CE for GSHP Members! 

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Wednesday, January 7, 2026 – 12:00pm-1:00 pm

Beta Safe Than Sorry: Modern Use of Beta-Blockers Post-MI

 

Presenter:

Esther Cho, PharmD

PGY1 Pharmacy Resident

Wellstar MCG Health

 

Objectives for pharmacists              

• 1.      Describe the pathophysiology of beta blocker use post-myocardial infarction (MI)
• 2.      Discuss guideline recommendations and indications of beta blockers post-MI
• 3.      Compare the historical and contemporary clinical trials assessing the efficacy and safety of beta blocker initiation and duration post-MI
• 4.      Identify patient populations or clinical implications for initiating beta blockers post-MI

 

Objectives for pharmacy technicians

• 1.       Describe the pathophysiology of beta blocker use post-myocardial infarction (MI)
• 2.       Recite guideline recommendations and indications of beta blockers post-M

 

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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0228-0000-26-001-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_qUG3WIxoQVej7T2CS4xL3g