MPA, its practice settings, affiliated chapters and other related organizations have the distinct honor of presenting a variety of awards to recognize pharmacy professionals and organizations.
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Congratulations to our 2022 MPA Pharmacist of the Year, Dr. Paul Walker
Watch the 2021 Virtual Awards Ceremony
Recorded at the MPA Annual Convention & Exposition (ACE) on Feb. 26-27, 2021. Follow along with the Awards Ceremony video by downloading the Awards Program.
The following MPA awards are presented at the Annual Banquet & Awards Ceremony during the MPA Annual Convention & Exposition the last weekend in February. Nominations are due Oct. 1 each year. Click here to access a printable nomination form for MPA awards. Click here to access a listing of all previous Association award winners.
The Pharmacist of the Year Award is presented annually to a member of Michigan Pharmacists Association as the highest honor in Michigan pharmacy. The recipient of this lifetime achievement award is selected for his or her professional excellence, exemplary service and dedication to advancing the profession and public health. This award is given for the culmination of achievements over the career of the individual. It takes into consideration:
Sponsored by American Pharmacists Association and the National Alliance of State Pharmacy Associations, with support from Boehringer-Ingelheim
The Bowl of Hygeia Award is presented annually to a pharmacist who has made outstanding professional contributions and has participated in community or governmental activities that reflect well on the pharmacy profession. The Bowl of Hygeia derives its name from the Greek goddess, Hygeia, who was the guardian over the healing potion contained in the bowl. It takes into consideration:
The Executive Board Medal Award is presented annually to an individual who has demonstrated an extraordinary personal commitment to MPA. The award was developed to recognize individuals who have been instrumental to the Executive Board and to the Association in advancing pharmacy’s agenda. It takes into consideration:
Sponsored by Upsher-Smith Laboratories, Inc.
The Excellence in Innovation Award is presented annually to an individual or team who has demonstrated an innovative pharmacy practice program, resulting in improved patient care or safety, advancement of the profession, enhanced pharmacy systems or other professional development. It takes into consideration:
Sponsored by Pharmacy Services Inc.
The Distinguished New Pharmacist Practitioner Award is presented annually to an MPA member pharmacist who has been licensed to practice for less than 10 years and participates in local, state and national pharmacy associations, professional programs and/or community service. It takes into consideration:
Sponsored by Michigan Pharmacy Foundation
The Fred W. Arnold Public Relations Award is presented annually to an MPA member or team of MPA members who have shown outstanding achievement and dedication to the pharmacy profession through community education and awareness. It takes into consideration:
This is the only award that requires the potential recipient to complete the application. Click here to access the Fellow of MPA application. The designation Fellow of the Michigan Pharmacists Association recognizes achievements and dedication to the practice of pharmacy and the community. This distinction signifies the recipients’ actions well beyond regular pharmacy practice. It takes into consideration:
The Pharmacy Hall of Honor was established by Michigan Pharmacists Association in 1986 to recognize members who have provided volunteer leadership in service to the Association by participating on Committees and in designated Association programs. Each year, qualifying members who have accumulated 500 points for their volunteer activities are inducted into the Hall of Honor. Any member is eligible to recieve Hall of Honor points. Members can accumulate a maximum of 100 points per year. Criteria for points is as follows:
Hall of Honor points are tracked and maintained by MPA staff.
Consultant and Specialty Pharmacists of Michigan (CSPM) The following CSPM awards are presented at the Annual Meeting and Luncheon during the MPA Annual Convention & Exposition the last weekend in February. Nominations are due Oct. 1 each year. Click here to access a printable nomination form for CSPM awards. Click here to access a listing of all previous Society award winners.
The CSPM Pharmacist of the Year Award is presented annually to a CSPM member who displays professional excellence and/or exemplary service to the profession toward advancing public health. The criteria for the award is as follows:
Michigan Society of Community Pharmacists (MSCP) The following MSCP awards are presented at the Annual Meeting and Luncheon during the MPA Annual Convention & Exposition the last weekend in February. Nominations are due Oct. 1 each year. Click here to access a printable nomination form for MSCP awards. Click here to access a listing of all previous Society award winners.
The MSCP Pharmacist of the Year Award is presented annually to a member who displays professional excellence and/or exemplary service to the profession toward advancing patient care in the community setting. The criteria for the award is as follows:
Michigan Society of Health-System Pharmacists (MSHP) The following MSHP awards are presented at the Society's Annual Meeting in November. Nominations are due Sept. 1. Click here to access a printable nomination form for MSHP awards. Click here to access a listing of all previous Society award winners.
The MSHP Pharmacist of the Year Award is presented annually to recognize and honor a pharmacist who has made significant contributions to the practice of hospital pharmacy. The criteria for the award is as follows:
The MSHP Professional Practice Award is presented annually to a pharmacist for his or her involvement and participation in an innovative project (e.g., published research, projects or services implemented) that contributes to professional practice. The criteria for the award is as follows:
The MSHP President’s Award is presented annually to an individual pharmacist or group of pharmacists for their involvement in an activity, project and/or service, or for their commitment to the profession that advances the theme and goal of the MSHP Board/President during the Society year.
The MSHP Joseph A. Oddis Leadership Award is presented annually in special recognition of exemplary leadership, outstanding commitment, vision, dedication and contribution to the Association, the Society and the pharmacy profession. This award is named in honor of Joseph A. Oddis, the former long-time executive vice president of the American Society of Health-System Pharmacists. The criteria for the award is as follows:
Michigan Society of Pharmacy Technicians (MSPT) The following MSPT awards are presented at the Annual Meeting and Luncheon during the MPA Annual Convention & Exposition the last weekend in February. Nominations are due Oct. 1 of each year. Click here to access a printable nomination form for MSPT Technician of the Year, and click here for a printable nomination form for the MSPT Service Award. Click here to access a listing of all previous Association award winners.
The MSPT Pharmacy Technician of the Year Award is presented annually to a deserving technician who is a credit to his/her workplace and also a good representative of a pharmacy technician. The criteria for the award is as follows:
The MSPT Service Award is presented annually to an organization or individual who has supported MSPT or pharmacy technicians in the area of overall service and support. The MSPT Board of Directors determines the recipient of this award.
The following Pharmacy PAC awards are presented at the PAC Luncheon during the MPA Annual Convention & Exposition the last weekend in February. Nominations are due Oct. 1 each year. Click here to access a printable nomination form for Michigan Pharmacy PAC awards. Click here to access a listing of all previous PAC award winners.
The Legislator of the Year Award is presented annually to legislators who have introduced or supported good public policy and have been supportive of the profession of pharmacy. The criteria for the award is as follows:
The Good Public Health Policy Award is presented annually to individuals who have worked diligently for the advancement of public health policy for the citizens of Michigan. The criteria for the award is as follows:
The Hank Fuhs Good Government Award is presented annually to pharmacy professionals in recognition of continued public service and political action on behalf of pharmacy in Michigan. This award is named in honor of Hank Fuhs, the long-time chairman of the Michigan Pharmacy Political Action Council. The criteria for the award is as follows:
The following local association awards are presented at the House of Delegates Session during the MPA Annual Convention & Exposition the last weekend in February. Click here to access a listing of all previous Association award winners.
The Ernie Koch Striving for Excellence Award is presented annually to honor an individual who exemplifies the characteristics of commitment and responsibility to his or her local association in facilitating that organization to achieve excellence. The award consists of a plaque presented to the local association member and $500 contributed to the recipient’s local association. Nominations are due Nov. 1 each year. Click here to access a printable nomination form for the Ernie Koch Striving for Excellence Award.
The criteria for the award is as follows:
The Distinguished Local Association Achievement Award is presented annually to honor one local association in Michigan who has demonstrated exemplary or innovative activities through their efforts or accomplishments. The criteria for the award is as follows:
The Local Association Achievement Award is presented annually to local associations in Michigan that have completed an outstanding number of functions on behalf of their membership, and motivate local association members to improve their effectiveness and efficiency through the completion of additional activities. It is bestowed upon any local that submits its annual report by the Nov. 30 deadline, completes all mandatory activities and accumulates at least 50 points in supplemental activities, as determined by the Local Association Development Committee. Please visit the local association criteria and reporting page for additional information on mandatory and supplemental activities.
Please use the following form to submit a nomination for various MPA awards. If you have any questions, please call MPA at (517) 484-1466