March 7, 2022 by Chain Drug Review
AmerisourceBergen, HDA
Leading Headlines, Pharmacy
AUSTIN, Texas — The Healthcare Distribution Alliance (HDA) honored AmerisourceBergen with the 2022 Distribution Management Award (DMA) in recognition of the company’s collaboration with multiple government and supply chain partners to enable small-practice provider access to the COVID-19 vaccine. The award was presented during the 2022 Distribution Management Conference and Expo in Austin, Texas. The DMA annually recognizes
February 4, 2022 by Chain Drug Review
Chip Davis is the president and CEO of the Healthcare Distribution Alliance, FDA distributor licensure proposed rule, HDA
Leading Headlines, Pharmacy
ARLINGTON, Va. — The Healthcare Distribution Alliance (HDA) released the following statement from president and CEO Chester “Chip” Davis Jr., regarding FDA’s proposed rule, issued as required by the Drug Supply Chain Security Act (DSCSA), entitled “National Standards for Licensure of Wholesale Drug Distributors and Third-Party Logistics Providers”: “HDA has long supported thorough, rigorous and
February 2, 2022 by Chain Drug Review
2013 Drug Supply Chain Security Act (DSCSA), HDA
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ARLINGTON, Va. — With the deadline to implement the 2013 Drug Supply Chain Security Act (DSCSA) now less than two years away, HDA has released a new video that highlights the great progress that has been made by industry to implement DSCSA and some of the biggest challenges that still remain. Throughout the implementation process,
January 24, 2022 by Chain Drug Review
HDA
Pharmacy
ARLINGTON, Va. — The HDA Research Foundation today announces it has awarded graduate-level scholarships to four pharmaceutical supply chain leaders. The program was recently renamed to honor Karen J. Ribler, the Foundation’s former COO who led the organization for nearly 10 years; Ribler passed away in June 2021. “The past few years have proven that
December 10, 2021 by Chain Drug Review
HDA, Nicolette Louissaint
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ARLINGTON, Va. — The Healthcare Distribution Alliance (HDA) announced that Nicolette Louissaint, has been named the organization’s senior vice president of Policy and Strategic Planning. In this newly created role, Louissaint will become a member of HDA’s executive management team and report to president and chief executive officer Chester “Chip” Davis, Jr. She will join
December 9, 2021 by Chain Drug Review
HDA
Leading Headlines, Pharmacy
ARLINGTON, Va. — Data released by the Healthcare Distribution Alliance (HDA) Research Foundation indicate that despite the challenges of COVID-19,pharmaceutical distributors maintained efficiencies to deliver millions of vaccines and medicines to providers — and ultimately patients. Published today, the 92nd Edition HDA Factbook: The Facts, Figures & Trends in Healthcare provides benchmarks and trends for the U.S.
October 28, 2021 by Chain Drug Review
HDA
Leading Headlines, Pharmacy
ARLINGTON, Va. — Approximately 80 percent of independent retail and small chain pharmacies choose to use Pharmacy Services Administrative Organizations (PSAOs), as evidenced in a new white paper produced by Avalere Health. The white paper, titled, “The Role of Pharmacy Services Administrative Organizations for Independent Retail and Small Chain Pharmacies,” describes the range of services
September 27, 2021 by Chain Drug Review
Bob Mauch, Chad Gielen, HDA
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ARLINGTON, Va. — The Healthcare Distribution Alliance (HDA) announced Monday that Robert Mauch, group president of AmerisourceBergen Corp., was elected to a second term as chairman of the HDA board of directors. Chad Gielen, president/CEO of Louisiana Wholesale Drug Co., will again serve as vice chairman. “HDA members are essential to healthcare delivery, and they
September 15, 2021 by Chain Drug Review
HDA
Leading Headlines, Pharmacy
ARLINGTON, Va. — Results from a new HDA Research Foundation survey indicate that the pharmaceutical supply chain is entering a critical phase in achieving the transaction data connections required to comply with the Drug Supply Chain Security Act (DSCSA) in 2023. The inaugural EPCIS Implementation Benchmarking Survey gauges the current state of industry adoption of GS1 Electronic
August 30, 2021 by Chain Drug Review
HDA
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ARLINGTON, Va. — After thoughtful consideration, HDA has decided to cancel the 2021 PCSC Educational Seminar, scheduled to take place on October 12–13 in Whippany, N.J. “While HDA was looking forward to hosting the seminar in person, we felt this was the best decision to make for the safety of our attendees as the Delta
August 18, 2021 by Chain Drug Review
HDA
Leading Headlines, Pharmacy
ARLINGTON, Va. — Healthcare Distribution Alliance (HDA) president and CEO Chester “Chip” Davis, Jr., released a statement regarding the Biden Administration’s authorization of COVID-19 vaccine booster shots. “The Biden Administration’s recommendation that most Americans receive a coronavirus booster shot eight months after completing their initial vaccination represents a new phase in our collective fight against the
June 22, 2021 by Chain Drug Review
HDA, supply chain
Leading Headlines, Pharmacy
ARLINGTON, Va. — A new report estimates that the overall health costs of climate change already exceed $820 billion each year. The health care sector alone is responsible for nearly 5% of worldwide greenhouse gas emissions. According to a December 2020 Health Affairs study, “health damages stemming from U.S. [health care] pollution in 2013 [are]
June 16, 2021 by Chain Drug Review
Chip Davis is the president and chief executive officer at the Healthcare Distribution Alliance., HDA
Leading Headlines, Pharmacy
ARLINGTON, Va. — Since launching their Health Delivered campaign on March 22, the Healthcare Distribution Alliance (HDA) has continued to highlight how healthcare distributors are ensuring a safe and efficient supply chain for Americans. President and CEO Chip Davis recently spoke with FiercePharma about the campaign, which highlights the integral role of distributors in response to COVID-19 and beyond. “Health Delivered is the
June 14, 2021 by Chain Drug Review
Distribution Industry Awards for Notable Achievements in Healthcare (DIANA Awards), HDA
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ARLINGTON, Va. — The Healthcare Distribution Alliance (HDA) honored 10 pharmaceutical and consumer product manufacturers with Distribution Industry Awards for Notable Achievements in Healthcare (DIANA Awards). The awards were presented in conjunction with the 2021 HDA BLC Online virtual conference. Established in 1959, the DIANA is one of HDA’s highest honors, recognizing manufacturer members for developing