Certificate Program in Compounding for Pain Management
Application Form
Course Format
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The advent of new technologies and demand for customized care requires the compounding pharmacist
to do more than hand-roll suppositories and hand-pack capsules. This course will review contemporary
prescription compounding techniques and provide hands-on training utilizing the newest equipment and
technologies. An independent study component of the course will review guidelines of cancer pain and
pharmacologic interventions for chronic neuropathic pain.
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This ACPE accredited certificate program combines 12 hours of live programming with 4 hours of
independent study. The two-day live program will consist of review of the independent study, lecture,
group discussion, and actual compounding of sample medications in the laboratory. The independent study portion
of the program is to be completed prior to the live program. The course is conducted in conjunction
with consultant faculty from the University of California at San Francisco School of Pharmacy and the
University of Mississippi School of Pharmacy.
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Program Faculty
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Paul W. Lofholm, PharmD, FACA
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Program Coordinators
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D. C. Huffman, Jr., PhD, FACA
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Program Goal
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By bringing pharmacologic knowledge and expertise in compounding medications in unique dosage forms to
the partnership of health care providers, the compounding pharmacist can contribute significantly to the
quality of life of patients dealing with chronic pain in a number of settings.
The goal of this program is to inform pharmacists of the possibilities available for
providing this vital service and to explore options for the preparation of these specialized medications.
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At the conclusion of the program the participant will be able to:
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Advise physicians regarding the options for delivery systems.
Choose the best delivery system for an individual patient
and accurately prepare medications per prescription.
Demonstrate proper compounding technique for preparation of
transdermals, capsules, suppositories and solutions.
analysis for sterility.
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CEUs:
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The ACA Certificate Program in Compounding for Pain Management has been approved for a total of 16 contact hours
(1.6 CEUs) with 12 contact hours (1.2 CEUs) being obtained in the live programming and an additional 4 hour (.4 CEUs) being obtained by completing the home study.
Continuing education statements of credit will be awarded at the conclusion of the course or completion of the independent study course. Certificates of achievement will be issued at the completion of both segments of the program.
The ACA is approved by the American Council on Pharmaceutical Education as a provider of continuing pharmaceutical education.
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Dates
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October 8 9, 2008
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Times
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Day 1: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Day 2: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Lunch is provided daily
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Fees
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$995.00: For the first individual from a pharmacy practice.
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$795.00: For any additional individuals from the practice site.
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| A cancellation fee of 50% will be charged for individuals who cancel between 15 and 30 days prior to the program and no refund will be provided for cancellations within 14 days of the class. |
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Location
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American College of Apothecaries
Research & Education Resource Center
2830 Summer Oaks Drive
Memphis, TN 38134-3811
800.828.5933
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Map
Hotel Information and Directions
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The American College of Apothecaries Research
& Education Resource Center is located just outside of Memphis, TN. Attendees may fly into Memphis or into Little Rock,
AR. It is approximately a two-hour drive from Little Rock to Memphis. Downtown Memphis is a 20 to 25 minute
drive from the ACA location. Famous Beale Street Blues clubs as well as other activities are located in
downtown Memphis. For Elvis fans, Graceland is approximately 2 miles from the Memphis airport.
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Memphis Vistors Guide
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Questions
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Spectrum Pharmacy Products
800.791.3210
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American College of Apothecaries
800.828.5933
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