Evidence-Based Education

Conducted the NUTRIMUM trial, the first randomized controlled trial assessing the efficacy and safety of broad-spectrum micronutrient supplementation for antenatal depression and functioning in unmedicated pregnant women, with follow-up on maternal and infant outcomes including postpartum depression, preterm birth, and infant development.

Organizes an annual in-person symposium featuring educational lectures, networking with exhibitors, and interactive activities focused on clinical nutrition and women's health across all life stages, including topics such as puberty, menopause, mental health, and bone health. The event is held in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, and includes an awards reception with wine, beer, and hors d'oeuvres.

Provides free registration for student members and discounted rates for past attendees, members, and subscribers to increase accessibility to its annual symposium.

Offers 22 to 24 continuing education credits in nutrition, risk management, ethics, and documentation to attendees of its annual symposium. Credits are awarded through educational sessions covering clinical nutrition, bioidentical hormone replacement therapy, and related topics.

Offers educational content and programming on the role of vitamin A in fertility and pregnancy, as well as the importance of pelvic floor health for menstrual regularity, pregnancy, delivery, and continence. Includes specific learning objectives for identifying and addressing pelvic floor dysfunction through foot and core connections.

Conducted secondary analyses and follow-up studies on maternal and infant birth outcomes and postpartum health following prenatal broad-spectrum micronutrient intervention, including assessment of postpartum hemorrhage, infant resuscitation, preterm birth, and infant developmental measures in the first month of life.

Implements and manages the Diplomat in ASPL (DASPL) credentialing program, including cohort management, candidate review, session planning, and coordination of project presentations and closing ceremonies, including for Cohort III.

Administers and coordinates the selection of recipients for multiple awards and scholarships, including the Larry M. Simonsmeier Writing Award, Fink Family Scholarship, Ken Baker Memorial Student Scholarship Endowment Fund, and the one-time $5,000 scholarship for pharmacists in law school. Includes honorariums, travel support, and payments to educational institutions.

Organizes and delivers six live and on-demand educational webinars annually, along with related podcasts, to provide continuing education and updates on pharmacy law topics for members.

Maintains a listing of member pharmacists and pharmacist-attorneys available to provide expert testimony and consulting services in pharmacy law matters.

Manages and coordinates fundraising for ASPL, including securing $100,000 in sponsorship funds for the Developments in Pharmacy Law Seminar XXXVII, managing conference sponsorships, and overseeing financial compliance including audit and IRS Form 990 completion.

Provides a job listing service for organizations at a fee of $150 for a 30-day posting period.

Operates and maintains a free attorney referral service for individuals seeking legal representation in pharmacy law matters, organized across five practice areas. Attorneys are charged a $100 fee per state for listing.

Plans and hosts the annual "Developments in Pharmacy Law" conference, which includes 15 continuing education hours for law and pharmacy professionals. The 2026 event is scheduled for November 5–7 in Austin, Texas, and includes sessions such as the Pharmacy Law Educators session.

Plans, reviews, and selects educational content and faculty for ASPL conferences and webinars, including topic development and recruitment of presenters.

Presents the Joseph L. Fink, III, Founders Award annually at the ASPL Annual Meeting to recognize sustained and outstanding service and contributions to the professions of pharmacy and law.

Produces and distributes a monthly electronic newsletter covering trends, cases, legislation, and regulations in pharmacy law, along with other publications to disseminate legal information to members.

Provides a professional forum for attorneys, pharmacists, pharmacist-attorneys, and students to exchange information on pharmacy law through meetings, member committees, and networking, advancing understanding of pharmacy-related law and policy.