Session Details
Date & Time
Thursday, November 5, 2026, 8:40 AM - 9:20 AM
Name
A. Best Ideas to Overcome Persistent Drug Shortages
Session Type
Panel
Location
Vevey Ballroom (2nd floor)
Speakers
- Marva Williams-Lowe, PharmD, MHA, CPEL, FACHE, Chief Pharmacy Officer, Medical University of South Carolina Health; Senior Associate Dean, Clinical Affairs, MUSC College of Pharmacy
- Robert Reynolds, PharmD, Pharmacy Executive, Vizient
- Ron Hartman, PharmD, MHA, FACHE, System Director, Pharmacy, Tanner Health
- Stacy Wise, PharmD., MBA, Director, Pharmacy, CHRISTUS St. Michael Health System
Description
Drug shortages continue to challenge safety, cost, and care continuity. This panel explores best ideas pharmacy leaders are using to mitigate persistent shortages, from sourcing strategies and inventory management to clinical alternatives and collaboration. Panelists share practical solutions to protect patient care, reduce disruption, and build more resilient medication supply chains.


