Research Pharmacy Summit

September 17, 18 & 19, 2025

Learn • Share • Connect

The McCreadie Group’s Annual Research Pharmacy Summit

The premier event designed exclusively for IDS Practitioners, it is dedicated to advancing knowledge, driving innovation, and fostering collaboration within the research pharmacy community.

  • Participate virtually in engaging and impactful educational sessions
  • Gain valuable insights from leading experts in the field
  • Engage in dynamic discussions on key topics in research pharmacy
  • Connect with peers to build meaningful professional relationships

Registration Now Open for the 2025 Summit

Visit the RPS microsite to preview this year’s program and learn about the engaging content, flexible CE credit options, and new opportunities to connect and share ideas.

Over the course of three days, attendees will have the opportunity to engage with thought leaders, explore new strategies, and gain actionable insights to elevate their day-to-day practice. To secure the best rate, register before September 1, 2025.

Past Programs

RPS Award for Excellence and Innovation

The Research Pharmacy Summit Award for Excellence and Innovation recognizes excellence in the field of research pharmacy. Award recipients will be recognized at the 2025 Research Pharmacy Summit with a personal ceremony, commemorative plaque, and a complimentary pass to the summit.

Nominate a deserving colleague – or yourself – for leading the way and charting new paths in practice innovation! Nominations are accepted April 1 – July 7, 2025. Eligible candidates are individuals or teams who have made consistent and significant contributions to research pharmacy through their publications, presentations, public awareness & participation, collaboration, and innovation. This year, special emphasis will be placed on the nominee’s accomplishments in innovation.

Submit Your Nomination: Please provide a detailed account of the nominee’s contributions to research pharmacy based on the award criteria. Learn more about the criteria, submission requirements and options for submission.

2024 Award Recipient

Congratulations to Sapna Amin, PharmD, BCOP, the recipient of the inaugural Research Pharmacy Summit Award for Excellence and Innovation! Dr. Sapna Amin’s passion for collaboration and innovation continues to elevate the entire field of research pharmacy. We’re proud to celebrate her incredible achievements!

As the Manager of Investigational Drug Services (IDS) at MD Anderson Cancer Center, Dr. Amin has been instrumental in transforming the field of research pharmacy. Her leadership and groundbreaking contributions have significantly shaped investigational drug services (IDS).

We’re honored to share a three-part blog series, exploring Dr. Amin’s impactful work and approach to leadership, innovation, and collaboration, along with her vision for the future and the impact she’s made across the Investigational Drug Service (IDS) community.

What Our Attendees Say

Connect with IDS Professionals

“The Research Pharmacy Summit provided a great opportunity to connect with IDS professionals across the country to share ideas!”
Jane Bubik, Pharm.D., ACRP-CP
Clinical Pharmacy Specialist
Advocate Health Midwest Region

A Must-Attend Event

“I consider the summit a must-attend event each year to collaborate and connect with other research pharmacy professionals who utilize Vestigo.”
Vincent Gaver, BA, PharmD, RPh, BCPS
Clinical Research Pharmacist
Duke University Medical Center

So much to Learn

I always enjoy the Research Pharmacy Summit! There’s so much to learn, and I always realize how much more I need to know to be better at what I do.

Great Speakers

All the speakers were so impressive! Strong knowledge on the subject matter and great presenters. They kept me engaged!