American Pharmacists Month

Pharmacists play a vital role in vaccine education and administration.

Pharmacist Care Day showcased UPMC Health Plan’s commitment to whole-person care through free health services, pharmacist-led outreach, and strong community collaborations in Pittsburgh.

Christina Barrington, PharmD, champions pharmacists' vital role in enhancing health care access and quality, advocating for their recognition as essential providers.

Samantha Picking, PharmD, highlights pharmacists’ leadership in immunization initiatives, public health collaborations, and the evolving role of community pharmacy in preventive care.

Pranav Garimella, MBBS, MPH, emphasizes that pharmacists are essential partners in managing chronic kidney disease, ensuring safe medication use, adherence, and coordinated care alongside physicians.

Whether they are collaborating with other health care professionals, helping with medication adherence, or educating patients, pharmacists have a crucial role in every setting.

Steven Pipe, MD, highlights the growing importance of pharmacists in hemophilia care as new therapies expand treatment complexity and require specialized expertise.

Pharmacists’ medication expertise strengthens clinical care and supports a more collaborative, team-based approach to patient health.

Christian Ruff, MD, highlights pharmacists as essential clinical partners who help optimize drug selection, dosing, and safety for patients with complex needs.

For American Pharmacists Month, see how recent instances of conflicting medical advice show the importance of pharmacists as trustworthy health care professionals.