UK HEALTHCARE Health-Systems Pharmacy Administration & Leadership

UK launched a combined PGY1/PGY2 residency in Health-System Pharmacy Administration Leadership (HSPAL) in July 2013. Full accreditation was issued by ASHP in the fall of 2016, and this has been maintained since. This program encompasses a two-year experience that combines the well-rounded clinical experience of UK's PGY1 Pharmacy residency program with the rotational and longitudinal management and leadership experiences during the second year. Residents in the program also pursue a Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree from the UK Gatton School of Business and Economics.

PGY1 pharmacy residency programs build on Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) education and outcomes to contribute to the development of clinical pharmacists responsible for medication-related care of patients with a wide range of conditions, eligible for board certification.

This program includes the completion of a Master’s degree from the UK Gatton School of Business in Business Administration. For graduates starting the PGY1 component, who have already received their MBA, MPH or MHA, a Master’s degree is not required. The program will allow for degree completion over the timeline of 24 months (during both PGY1 and PGY2).

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The second year of the program focuses on developing leadership and management skills in various Health-System Pharmacy Administration areas. Residents will participate on interdisciplinary committees, develop and implement projects, and lead process improvement initiatives. This program will foster an environment of safe and effective medication use practices from a leadership perspective. A research project will focus on development and implementation of a of a process or technology in the Health-System Pharmacy space. The Resident will conduct an ACPE accredited presentation at the UK College of Pharmacy Grand Rounds, and work closely with the pharmacy leadership team to manage a functional area within the department as a longitudinal management and human resources experience. Rotation selection and sequencing will be determined on resident interest and preceptor availability. A certificate will be awarded upon completion of the PGY2 portion.