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Laura Paxton

Founder and CEO

Rpharmy

Austin, TX

Ms. Paxton is the founder and CEO of Rpharmy, a healthcare technology company advancing medication safety through innovative software as a service solutions. After experiencing a personal loss due to a preventable medication error, she designed “Formweb”, a cloud-based formulary and communication hub, which streamlines critical safety data for pharmacists, nurses and clinicians. Under Ms. Paxton’s leadership, Formweb has integrated with major EHRs and helped healthcare systems reduce medication errors and identify cost-saving opportunities. She has pioneered features addressing key safety and financial challenges, including alerts for drug recalls, shortages and high-cost medications. Ms. Paxton also launched Rpharmy’s safety first blog and other educational initiatives, establishing herself as a thought leader in the field. Her work has earned national recognition, including a 2024 Premier “Innovators Award” and multiple “Stevie Awards” for her contributions to patient safety and leadership.

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2025 Winner

Executives

Patient Safety Experts to Know

These Patient Safety Experts to Know have demonstrated exceptional dedication to enhancing patient care standards and minimizing healthcare risks. Their innovative approaches, extensive research, and commitment to safety protocols have significantly contributed to improving patient outcomes and setting new benchmarks in healthcare safety.

2025 Winner

Executives

Women in Health IT to Know

Women are working to shape and enhance the future of healthcare through health IT. These strong female leaders are modernizing administrative healthcare processes, cutting back on inefficiencies, standardizing workflows and more.

CIO & IT Executive

2026 Winner

Executives

145 Patient Safety Experts to Know

These Patient Safety Experts to Know have demonstrated exceptional dedication to enhancing patient care standards and minimizing healthcare risks. Their innovative approaches, extensive research, and commitment to safety protocols have significantly contributed to improving patient outcomes and setting new benchmarks in healthcare safety.

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