As a fellow pharmacist working closely with pharmacy team members I recognize in our practice settings there are challenges and barriers that impact achieving our professional goals and the feeling that we have effectively provided the quality patient care we all strive to deliver.

One of the most important skills we apply in our careers is the listening and working to understand the patient’s needs.

The TPA staff and I are spending much more time listening to our colleagues and the pharmacy community to better understand the issues you face each day. We are a diverse profession and I recognize the importance of relating to our differences but also looking for what we have in common.

In my role as TPA President, I’ve asked TPA staff, leadership and members from across the state to share with us what matters most and what is TPA’s purpose in your professional life.

What we’ve heard will shape both the future of the practice of pharmacy and the role TPA will champion on your behalf.

Practice of Pharmacy and TPA Priorities:

• We want all pharmacy professionals to work in a practice that is conducive to delivering quality health care to all Texans.
• We support our mutual goal to provide exemplary care to patients and be an essential member of health care teams.
• We are committed to eliminate barriers that impact your professional goals and satisfaction.
• We want to serve as a catalyst for change that unifies pharmacy professionals.

I’m listening and want to hear from you. Together we can realize our potential.