Upcoming pharmacy Conferences on in March 2026

Premier Events:

• ASHP Midyear Clinical Meeting
  (Largest pharmacy conference; Dec in Las Vegas)
• FIP World Congress of Pharmacy
  (Global summit by Int'l Pharmaceutical Federation; Sep in Cape Town)
• AAPS PharmSci 360
  (Leading pharma science event; Oct in Orlando)

Specialty-Specific:

• ACCP Annual Meeting (Clinical Pharmacy)
• APhA Annual Meeting (Community Pharmacy)
• DIA Global Annual Meeting (Pharma Industry)

Submission Process:

1. Check deadlines ( 6-12 months in advance for abstracts)
2. Prepare:

• Abstract (250-300 words, IMRAD format)
• Poster (36"x48" standard for most events)

1. Presentation formats:

• Oral presentations
• Poster sessions
• Workshop demonstrations

Pro Tip: Many conferences offer Student/Trainee Awards (e.g., ASHP Resident Research Award).

Typical Registration Fees:

Funding Sources:

• ASHP Foundation Grants
• State pharmacy associations
• Employer CEU reimbursement
• Industry sponsorships (common for speakers)
• University travel funds (for faculty/students)

Virtual Pros:
✓ Lower cost
✓ Access to international speakers
✓ On-demand sessions

In-Person Advantages:
✓ Residency showcase (ASHP Midyear)
✓ Hands-on compounding workshops
✓ Exhibit hall freebies (drug samples, lab equipment)

Hybrid Option available at most major conferences.

Essentials Checklist:

• Printed CV (for residency interviews)
• Business cards with QR code to LinkedIn
• Portable charger
• Comfortable professional shoes
• Notebook for compounding formulas

Pro Strategies:

1. Attend residency showcase (ASHP Midyear)
2. Join "Meet the Editors" sessions (for researchers)
3. Use conference apps (ASHP uses Pathable)
4. Follow #PharmacyTwitter for impromptu meetups

Top CE-Accredited Events:

• ASHP Midyear (up to 30+ CE hours)
• APhA Annual (live and home-study CE)
• ACCP (BCPS recertification credit)

Verify credits with your state board.

Hot Pharmacy Topics:

• Psychedelics in clinical practice
• AI for medication management
• Weight loss drug innovations
• Pharmacy deserts & access equity
• CRISPR-based therapies

Decision Guide: