The 50 Most Influential Pharmacists in 2024 | Pharmacy 50 Awards

The "Pharmacy 50" Awards, recognizing the 50 Most Influential Leaders in Pharmacy, have officially been announced for 2024! This prestigious honor celebrates the most inspiring, innovative, and impactful figures in pharmacy who are driving advancements in patient care, business development, and industry reform.

Now in its fourth year, the Pharmacy 50 saw a record-breaking 30% increase in peer recognition, demonstrating the growing influence of pharmacists across multiple sectors, including Community Pharmacy, Long-Term Care, Specialty Pharmacy, Health System, Digital Health, and more.

Voting took place between November 15 and December 20, 2024, and this year's winners include some of the most distinguished names in the industry, with returning honorees and new leaders making their mark on pharmacy's evolving landscape.

 

Pharmacy 50 Class of 2024

(Listed by most votes)

1. Anthony V. Minniti, BScPharm, RPh, FACA

2. Jay Phipps, PharmD, MBA, FACA, FACVP

3. Dr. Nhu Truong, PharmD

4. Jeff Harrell, PharmD

5. Naveena Gorrepati, PharmD

6. Jeremy Counts, PharmD

7. Darshan Kulkarni, PharmD, Esq.

8. Shahida Choudhry, PharmD** (4-time winner)

9. April Nguyen, PharmD, RAC, MPH

10. Robin Barrett, PharmD

11. Cody R. Morcom, PharmD, BCPS, LSSGBC

12. Ethan Melillo, PharmD, CDOE

13. Randy McDonough, PharmD, MS, BCGP, BCPS, FAPhA

14. Chelsea Hustad, PharmD, CSP

15. Greg Reybold, Esq.

16. Renee Malarbi Rayburg, BPharm

17. Walter Oronsaye, PharmD, MS

18. Chidimma Gold Eneyo, PharmD

19. Jessica Beal-Stahl, PharmD

20. Tamar K. Lawful, PharmD, APh, CNGS

21. DeLon Canterbury, PharmD, BCGP

22. Frank Harvey, MBA

23. Mike Johnston, CPhT-Adv

24. Brent Edison, PharmD

25. Aleata Postell

26. Courtney B. Smith, PharmD, CSP, BCMTMS

27. Jennifer Morrison, PharmD

28. Katrina Azer, BPharm

29. Josh Pirestani

30. Bil Schmidtknecht

31. Ultan McGlone, PharmD

32. Katarina (Kati) Forbes, PharmD

33. Christopher Bowens, PharmD

34. Mahmoud Zegar, PharmD

35. Alexandra (Ally) LaStella, PharmD

36. Kunal Vyas

37. Jenny Bingham, PharmD

38. Shaun Jensen

39. Fiona Sartoretto Verna

40. Brandi Chane, PharmD

41. Jonathan Ogurchak, PharmD, CSP, CPHIMS

42. Jena Quinn, PharmD

43. Jordan Smith, PharmD, AAHIVP, CPGx

44. Chris Antypas, PharmD

45. Lorneka Joseph, PharmD

46. Derek Borkowski, PharmD

47. Sue Ojageer, PharmD, CPGx

48. Benjamin Jolley, PharmD

49. Anisha Patel, BPharm

50. Jeff Malone

Pharmacy 50 Awards Ceremony - January 29, 2025

The official awards ceremony will be hosted at the Pharmacy Podcast Network headquarters in Brownsville, PA. The event will feature:

• A networking session at 2 PM ET

• The Pharmacy 50 LIVE Stream at 3 PM ET, where winners will be highlighted and interviewed

Industry leaders, past winners, and special guests will be in attendance to celebrate the remarkable contributions of these pharmacy professionals.

The Pharmacy 50 Awards were created to recognize individuals who are pushing the boundaries of pharmacy care. From technology and advocacy to clinical services and business innovation, this year's winners represent the best of the best across the pharmacy profession.

"Each year, we see more pharmacists taking charge of their profession-leading change, innovating care models, and fighting for patient access. The Pharmacy 50 recognizes these change-makers and amplifies their voices," said Todd Eury, Founder of Pharmacy Podcast Network.

This year's Pharmacy 50 Awards were proudly sponsored by RxInsider and Independent Pharmacy Cooperative (IPC), whose ongoing support of the pharmacy industry continues to fuel growth and advocacy.

"RXinsider is thrilled to support the Pharmacy Podcast Network's Pharmacy50 Awards, celebrating the outstanding leaders and innovators shaping pharmacy. As a company committed to advancing pharmacy through education and innovation, RXinsider is honored to join this prestigious initiative that recognizes excellence and inspires progress." stated Gregory Cianfarani RPh, CEO of RxInsider.

"We're excited to celebrate the achievements of our peers and contribute to highlighting the individuals and organizations making a meaningful impact in the pharmacy community."

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