9:30 AM
The Digital Pharmacist of the Future: Expanding the Scope of Care Through Virtual Platforms
An in-depth look at how pharmacists are redefining their role beyond the physical counter — offering medication counseling, chronic disease management, and patient education through telehealth and app-based communication. This session explores real-world examples of how virtual platforms are being used to enhance engagement, streamline care coordination, and provide personalized support to patients wherever they are.
Don Jones, Scripps Research
10:00 AM
Transforming Chronic Disease Management with Remote Medication Services
Mark Makhinson, Senior Director of Outpatient and Specialty Pharmacy, Mount Sinai Health system
10:35
Networking BREAK
11:00 AM
Integrating Artificial Intelligence into Digital Pharmacy Workflows for Better Patient Outcomes
Amy West, Principal, Advisory Services & Chair Women’s Global Health Tech Initiative, HITLAB
11:30 AM
Evolving the Brick-and-Mortar Model: How Traditional Pharmacies Are Embracing Digital Transformation
Examines how legacy pharmacy businesses are modernizing through e-prescriptions, home delivery models, telepharmacy services, and loyalty-driven patient engagement programs — balancing convenience, cost control, and the human touch.
Alexia Priest, Director, Business Development, HITLAB
Abhilasha Ramasamy, Executive Director and Head, HEOR Evidence Strategy and Synthesis, Novo Nordisk
12:00 PM
Navigating the Regulatory Landscape: Scope of Practice, Licensure, and Compliance in Virtual Pharmacy Care
Covers the complex web of multistate licensure requirements, HIPAA and data security compliance, and liability considerations for pharmacists practicing across borders. Participants will learn strategies for risk mitigation and proactive compliance in a rapidly evolving policy environment.
Prem Sreenivasan, Senior Fellow, HITLAB
12:30 PM
LUNCH
1:30 PM
Closing the Gap: Expanding Digital Pharmacy Access in Underserved and Rural Communities
A curated selection of startups demonstrating how AI is driving real-world impact across clinical care, operations, and patient engagement.
John Hammitt, Global Director, HITLAB
2:00 PM
The Consumer Experience in Digital Pharmacy: Designing for Trust, Convenience, and Accessibility
Stan Kachnowski, Chair, HITLAB
2:30 PM
NETWORKING BREAK
3:00 PM
Measuring Impact: Leveraging Data and Analytics to Prove Digital Pharmacy Value
Best practices for identifying and tracking success metrics — from medication adherence and refill timeliness to patient satisfaction and reduced hospital readmissions. Includes approaches for turning data into compelling ROI stories for stakeholders.
Amy West, Principal, Advisory Services & Chair Women’s Global Health Tech Initiative, HITLAB
3:30 PM
Scaling Innovation Through Strategic Public-Private Partnerships in Pharmacy Technology
Alexia Priest, Director, Business Development, HITLAB