OREANDA-NEWS. May 18, 2012. McKesson, the largest healthcare services company in the country, today announced that thousands of independent pharmacy owners from across the nation will convene at the McKesson ideaShare 2012 Conference, June 24-28, at the Venetian Resort Hotel in Las Vegas, NV. As the premier education and networking event for independent retail pharmacies for more than three decades, McKesson’s annual trade show and conference enables attendees to share best practices and learn about the latest trends, technology and clinical solutions to help them achieve better business health, reported the press-centre of McKesson.

“Community pharmacies dispense nearly half of the nation’s prescription medicines. McKesson is proud to provide the clinical, technology and business-building solutions community pharmacies need to help improve the profitability and efficiency of their businesses,” said Brian Tyler, President, McKesson U.S. Pharmaceutical. “For more than 30 years, McKesson has enjoyed hosting this event where pharmacists from across the country share in the ideas and innovation that are helping to drive the growth of community pharmacy.”

McKesson ideaShare 2012 will feature dozens of expert-led sessions, including Continuing Education (CE) courses, a Public Policy Forum and an Ownership Transfer Luncheon. There will also be a variety of targeted interactive seminars focused on helping pharmacies increase efficiency and profitability, with special emphasis on clinical services, reimbursement, front-end solutions, marketing, technology and pharmacy operations.  

More than 200 exhibitors will display the latest solutions for retail pharmacy, including diabetes care and home healthcare products, retail accessories, and pharmacy technology and automation. Attendees can also take advantage of special deals.

Health Mart, the nation’s fourth-largest pharmacy network, will host its Annual Meeting and facilitate discussion and planning groups at the event. The Health Mart team will showcase core retailing principles that have resulted in the continued growth of the franchise, including being ranked as a Top Pharmacy Brand in the May 2011 Consumer Reports’ Drug Store Report and recognized as a J.D. Power 2011 Customer Service Champion.

Online registration is available at www.McKessonideaShare.com

About McKesson
McKesson Corporation, currently ranked 14th on the FORTUNE 500, is a healthcare services and information technology company dedicated to making the business of healthcare run better. We partner with payers, hospitals, physician offices, pharmacies, pharmaceutical companies and others across the spectrum of care to build healthier organizations that deliver better care to patients in every setting. McKesson helps its customers improve their financial, operational, and clinical performance with solutions that include pharmaceutical and medical-surgical supply management, healthcare information technology, and business and clinical services. For more information, visit http://www.mckesson.com.