Insights on the Change Healthcare Cyber Attack

In the wake of the Change Healthcare cyber attack that caused major disruption across the industry, Ken Perez, Healthcare IT, marketing and policy consultant and former Vice President of Healthcare Policy and Government Affairs for Omnicell, Inc. had the opportunity recently visit wit ScriptPro CEO, Mike Coughlin to learn what was affected, what work arounds were put in place, and what lessons were learned. 

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Jan 28, 2025

Ken Perez, the Chief Strategy Officer at ScriptPro, discusses the importance of the ASHP Midyear conference, likening it to the Super Bowl for pharmacy professionals. Amidst current uncertainties following the recent election, pharmacy leaders are actively engaging in discussions about the future of their field. Overall, he highlights the significance of the ASHP conference in understanding industry developments and policy changes.

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Jan 28, 2025

Venita Abanaka, the Director of Acute Care and Oncology at Parkland Health in Dallas, Texas, is dedicated to serving the underserved in a nearly thousand-bed hospital system. She is focused on redesigning acute care and clinical pharmacy, with an emphasis on automation and networking with vendors and colleagues. Venita values building the next generation of leaders and promotes a culture of servant leadership within her team. Despite challenges like fluid shortages, she views problems as opportunities and maintains a positive relationship with Health Connect Partners. 

Executive Insights
Jan 15, 2025

Anthony Curraro, the Director of Pharmacy Operations at Mount Sinai in New York City, shares his insights on the challenges and goals of the organization. He emphasizes the importance of addressing drug shortages and the need for effective plans and protocols to ensure drug availability. With a focus on the biosimilar landscape to reduce costs, Anthony also highlights the significance of mentorship and leadership development within the health system. As he manages direct contracting across multiple care sites, he is committed to improving compound production through automation projects.