APCI Journal - August 2025

Author: APCI Staff/Wednesday, August 27, 2025/Categories: APCI News

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August 2025

In This Issue:


Lakhani Receives R.Q. Richards Award from FPA

FPA President and APCI member Eric Larson congratulates Aneesh Lakhani, recipient of the 2025 R.Q. Richards Award for Public Relations

FPA President and APCI member Eric Larson congratulates Aneesh Lakhani, recipient of the 2025 R.Q. Richards Award for Public Relations.

APCI Member Aneesh Lakhani received the 2025 R.Q. Richards Award for Public Relations. FPA President-Elect and fellow APCI Member Eric Larson presented the award to Lakhani at the recent Florida Pharmacy Association Annual Meeting and Convention in Orlando.

This award is based on outstanding achievement in the field of pharmaceutical public relations in Florida.

Lakhani is the owner of Garden Drugs in Fort Lauderdale and has been an APCI Member since 2012. He is very active in advocating for independent pharmacy with the Florida legislature.

APCI congratulates Aneesh on receiving this recognition.

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Get Your Vaccine Marketing Kits from APCI

APCI immunization marketing materials

Click here to APCI wants to help you get the word out! Let the entire community as well as your patients know that they can get their flu, RSV, and Covid immunizations at your local pharmacy! Our immunization kits come in three versions with your choice of two packages!

Other options include individual items like adhesive window signs, outdoor banners, yard signs, feather flags, and bag tags. Choose from flu, RSV, and Covid; or individual vaccines that you provide.

view your options and to order. Log in is required.

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APCI Members Enjoy McKesson ideaShare 2025 in Nashville

APCI staff speak to ideaShare attendees in Nashville

McKesson ideaShare was held July 10-13, 2025, in Nashville, TN at the Opryland Hotel. Pharmacists, technicians, and representatives from 395 pharmacies joined together to share ideas and learn from expert presenters on topics related to independent pharmacy.

During the event, APCI shared space with 21 of our preferred vendors and hosted a party Friday night in the Tennessee Ballroom. Members enjoyed great food and entertainment and filled the room to the very end of the event.

Miss out on the fun this year? Mark your calendar for June 18-21, 2026 when the event will be held in Denver, CO.

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Documentation webinar set for Sept. 24

Promotional image for the 'Documentation: The Unsung Hero' webinar

Documentation is often overlooked, but it can be your strongest safeguard during PBM audits.

On Wednesday, Sept. 24 at 1 p.m. ET/12:00 p.m. CT, join APCI CAPS expert Jessica Cain and host Bruce Harris for a focused 30-minute session to learn: 

  • Why thorough documentation is essential for compliance
  • How documentation protects your pharmacy during PBM audits
  • The risks of inadequate documentation

This APCI member exclusive webinar is FREE, but registration is required

Click here to register today! (APCI site login is required)

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APCI is Your Choice for Distinct Marketing Materials

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Click here for more information and to start your order now! (Log in required.)

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Bayer Low Dose Asprin

An image of a package of Bayer Low Dose Aspirin

Featured in the August edition of the APCI Circular, your customers will be on the lookout for Bayer Low Dose Asprin in the 120 count bottle!

Econo Description Cost
1805183 BAYER ASP REGIM TAB 81MG 120 $6.17

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