We are pleased to announce that this year’s annual Southeastern Michigan Society of Health-System Pharmacists Residency Showcase will be held on Thursday, October 29th. This year we have a new date and a new venue! The event will take place from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at the Dearborn Inn in Dearborn. The venue is located at 20301 Oakwood Blvd, Dearborn MI 48124. All PGY-1 and PGY-2 programs are invited to attend. No fee is required to participate in the showcase. Each institution will have a table.
If you are interested in attending this event to represent your residency program and meet potential candidates, please register here by Thursday, October 15th with the following information:
Disclaimer: Registration may be limited based on availability. We will have 35 slots for institutions. Please sign up early.
Please feel free to contact me with any questions or concerns regarding the event. SMSHP hopes that you will take advantage of this opportunity - we look forward to working with you!
Sincerely,
Michelle Ganoff, PharmD, BCPSClinical Specialist, Nephrology and Transplant PGY1 Residency Program DirectorHenry Ford St. John
mganoff1@hfhs.org
Southeastern Michigan Society of Health-System Pharmacists www.smshp.org
Greetings SMSHP Colleagues!
Each year, we have the opportunity to recognize pharmacy practitioners in Southeastern Michigan for their meaningful contributions to the profession. The Southeastern Michigan Society of Health-System Pharmacists (SMSHP) is now accepting nominations for the following awards, which will be presented at the annual awards banquet on November 11, 2026.
ASHP Midyear Scholarship
Committee Award
Community Service
Exemplary Student
Innovative Practice
Pharmacist of the Year
Preceptor of the Year
Resident of the Year
Student Research
Technician of the Year
Please share this message with individuals in your department who may wish to nominate a colleague or trainee who has made a significant contribution to health-system pharmacy. Nomination forms for each award are linked to the corresponding award name.
The deadline for Award nominations is Friday, September 25th.
Thank you for your support and for helping us recognize the outstanding contributions of pharmacy practitioners across Southeastern Michigan.
Farzad Daneshvar, Gladys Dabaja and Jennifer Priziola on behalf of SMSHP Board and Awards Committee
SMSHP is seeking nominations for this fall's election and awards season! Being a Member of the Board is an opportunity to guide the direction of our society, give back to our profession, and develop professionally.
Board Election
This season there will be 3 Board positions available:
New members will join the rest of our 2027 SMSHP Board
If you would like to nominate yourself, someone else, or have questions, please reach out to Farzad Daneshvar at farzad.daneshvar@corewellhealth.org.
Nominations should be accompanied by a brief review of the candidate’s professional background.
Description of the role of the Board:
The Board of Directors shall have charge of the property of the Society and shall establish regulation for expenditure and investment of funds, and the signing of checks and account oversight. They shall also control and manage the affairs and funds of the Society as well as administrative, fiscal, and other matters. They shall also have the authority to make contributions of Society funds and properties to foundations or other organizations for research and educational of benefit to the health-system pharmacy field; to make ultimate decisions regarding the acts of Committees and Officers on professional policy matters when the general Membership is not in a business meeting; to accept, on of the Society, grants, contributions, gifts, bequests or devices to further the purpose of the Society; to do and perform all acts and functions not inconsistent with the Bylaws, and shall report actions taken on major policy matters to the next business meeting of the general Membership.
Farzad Daneshvar on behalf of SMSHP Board
Are you confident you’re up to date on the latest laws and policies shaping your practice? Join your peers for a focused, one-day event dedicated to Michigan pharmacy law and policy, designed to give you the clarity and confidence you need to navigate an evolving regulatory landscape.
Network with pharmacy professionals from across the state while learning from experts in the field about the latest hot topics shaping pharmacy law, policy, and practice.
When: Wednesday, September 2nd Where: Embassy Suites by Hilton Grand Rapids Downtown
When: Wednesday, September 2nd
Where: Embassy Suites by Hilton Grand Rapids Downtown
Join Us for a Networking Event and Learn About SMSHP and MPA!
We’re excited to invite you to a special networking event hosted by the Southeastern Michigan Society of Health-System Pharmacists (SMSHP) and the Michigan Pharmacist Association (MPA)! This is a fantastic opportunity to connect with local pharmacy professionals, enjoy a relaxed evening with dinner and drinks, and discover the many benefits of joining SMSHP and MPA.
Event Details:
Why Join SMSHP?
RSVP Required, follow this link. Space is limited, so reserve your spot today!
Feel free to share this invitation with new graduates, residents, and colleagues who are new to the area—it’s a great opportunity for them to network, connect with local professionals, and learn more about the benefits of joining SMSHP and MPA
We can’t wait to see you there and share what our organizations have to offer!
Thank you!
SMSHP Board of Directors
Membership Mixer hosted by SMSHP and MPA 2026.pdf
We are pleased to announce that this year’s annual Southeastern Michigan Society of Health-System Pharmacists Residency Showcase will be held on Wednesday, October 8th. The event will take place from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at the Schoolcraft College Vistatech Center. The venue is located at 18600 Haggerty Road, Livonia, MI 48152.
Residency showcase attendees 2025.docx
2025 Residency Showcase Map.pdf
Michelle Ganoff, PharmD, BCPSClinical Specialist, Nephrology and TransplantPGY1 Residency Program DirectorHenry Ford St. John
We are excited to announce a special networking event hosted by the Southeastern Michigan Society of Health-System Pharmacists (SMSHP)! This is a fantastic opportunity to connect with local pharmacy professionals, enjoy a relaxed evening with drinks and appetizers, and discover the many benefits of joining SMSHP.
This is a new networking event for pharmacists, students, residents, and technicians. The event will be held at 24 Seconds Bar & Grill on August 22nd at 6 pm.
One complimentary drink ticket is included for all attendees! Raffle tickets will be given to members for a chance to win a free one-year SMSHP membership and other small prizes. One raffle ticket will be awarded for each potential new member (pharmacy professional, pharmacist, technician, student, or resident) brought to the event!
Please RSVP. Space is limited, so reserve your spot today!
Feel free to share this invitation with new graduates, residents, and colleagues who are new to the area—it’s a great opportunity for them to network, connect with local professionals, and learn more about the benefits of joining SMSHP!
We are pleased to announce that this year’s annual Southeastern Michigan Society of Health-System Pharmacists Residency Showcase will be held on Wednesday, October 9th. The event will take place from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at the Schoolcraft College Vistatech Center. The venue is located at 18600 Haggerty Road, Livonia, MI 48152. All PGY-1 and PGY-2 programs are invited to attend. No fee is required to participate in the showcase. Each institution will have access to an 8-foot table.
A face mask will be optional for all attendees and participants. Please do not attend if you have any signs or symptoms of COVID-19, or have had close contact with someone recently diagnosed with COVID-19.
Michelle Ganoff, PharmD, BCPSClinical Specialist, Nephrology and Transplant PGY1 Residency Program Director Ascension St. John michelle.ganoff@ascension.orgSoutheastern Michigan Society of Health-System Pharmacists www.smshp.org
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SMSHP is happy to share the results of our 2023 Election! The winners are:
President-Elect: Farzad Daneshvar Board of Directors: Sweta Patel & Richard Valone
Congratulations to our new Board members! The new Board will be inducted at our Annual Awards & Installation Ceremony at our November meeting.
For additional opportunities within SMSHP, please reach out to any one of us via our contact/email.
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