Cain Named Certified Pharmacy Executive Leader
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Lee Ann Cain, RPh, M.B.A., chief operating officer of Thomas Hospital and vice president of pharmacy services for Infirmary Health, has earned the Certified Pharmacy Executive Leader (CPEL) credential from the American Society of Health-System Pharmacists (ASHP).
The nationally recognized credential demonstrates advanced leadership skills in the following areas:
- Strategic leadership and purpose-driven vision
- Talent development and workforce leadership
- Executive collaboration with internal and external stakeholders
- Agility, innovation and change management within complex health systems
To earn the credential, candidates must complete a competitive review process.
Cain said the achievement reflects not only personal growth, but the strength of the teams she works alongside each day.
“I am honored to receive this credential, which reflects the dedication of the exceptional pharmacy teams across Infirmary Health and our shared commitment to advancing patient-centered care,” Cain said. “Pharmacy leaders play an important role in improving quality, safety and innovation throughout healthcare, and I am grateful to work alongside colleagues who continually strive for excellence in serving our communities.”
Launched in 2022 and the first of its kind in pharmacy leadership, the Certified Pharmacy Executive Leader credential acknowledges the unique expertise of pharmacy executive leaders. To be recognized, pharmacists must have a minimum of five years of progressive and sustained executive leadership experience in a healthcare organization, leading the organization’s decisions involving operations, policies, programs and services.
