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Michigan Pharmacists Association was established Nov. 14, 1883 |
Michigan Pharmacists Association (MPA) is THE state professional society serving Michigan's pharmacists and pharmacy technicians in all settings of practice.
Our goal is to meet member needs, encourage personal and professional growth and provide information about events and issues important to Michigan pharmacy professionals.
The mission of MPA is to serve members by providing support, advocacy and resources that ultimately improve patient care, safety, health, and the practice of pharmacy. MPA's 2011-2012 strategic plan outlines the Association's goals to ensure the objectives of its existence and the needs of its members are met.
To fulfill its mission, MPA provides its members with practice section and local association connections, as well as services from its diverse family of companies and councils. It is led by the Executive Board and committees and governed by the House of Delegates.
Vision of MPA
MPA, as the leader of pharmacy professionals in Michigan, is the premier source of professional development, information and practice innovations. Through the active involvement of its diverse members, MPA is an influential force in developing health policy and optimizing patient health, safety, and medication management.
Strategic Plan
Michigan Pharmacists Association has a reputation for being
one of the most innovative state professional pharmacy organizations.
Thoughtful strategic planning, dedicated members and strong leadership
commitment are key reasons the association remains a viable force
within the State of Michigan and to our profession. The MPA Executive
Board has identified key result areas/long-range strategic issues
and goals for 2011-2012. They are as follows:
- MPA will increase the number of new, paying members each year.
- MPA will retain 90 percent of its current paying members each year.
- MPA will represent the needs/interests of all pharmacy professionals
- Pharmacists will be reimbursed for providing professional services to improve patient outcomes.
- Pharmacists will be adequately reimbursed for the cost of the product, the cost of dispensing it, and the associated costs, on behalf of the vendors (PBMs).
- MPA will be an influential force in legislative and regulatory matters.
- All pharmacy professionals will be in compliance with state and federal laws, rules, and regulations.
- All technicians have the knowledge, skills and abilities (are competent) to practice in the state of Michigan.
- Pharmacy professionals will use medication error information to prevent errors and ensure patient safety in the future.
- Laws, rules, and regulations will support a "just" (nonpunitive) culture for patient safety.
- Pharmacy professionals have the tools to practice in a manner that maximizes patient safety.
- Pharmacy professionals, other health care providers, and the public view MPA as the premier source of pharmacy continuing education and training in Michigan.
- Pharmacy professionals are vital members of the health care team and valued for their unique knowledge, skills, and abilities.
- Pharmacists will improve quality of services and operating efficiencies.
MPA Family of Companies Headquarters
In July 2010, the MPA Family of Companies relocated to a new 16,849 square foot building on Kalamazoo Plaza in Lansing that includes state-of-the-art technology, ample parking, handicap accessible facilities, an elevator, room for growth and more. Robert Ludlum played an instrumental role in the development of the new MPA headquarters. He passed away March 3, 2011, but his dream and vision for the Association and assistance in helping MPA build a new home will never be forgotten. The following video was played prior to the Opening Session at the 2011 Annual Convention & Exposition to serve as a tribute to Ludlum.
June 12, 2012
Webinar
MPA is hosting a continuing education webinar on Tuesday, June 12, 2012. Earn your required pain credit...
