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Improving Patient Care & Pharmacy Cost Containment

20 Unique

Products

& Services

503B

Outsourcing

Facilities and

Compounding

Services

Industry Expert Q&A, Market

Leaders Buyer’s Guide,

and More pg. 28

IMPROVING PATIENT

C A R E & P H A R M A C Y

COST CONTAINMENT

H E A L T H S Y S T E M & I N F U S I O N E D I T I O N

SUMMER 2026

Deirdre ‘Jane’ Toomer

503B Operations Manager

Aubrey Cain

Senior Director of

Sterility Assurance

Nephron Strengthens Sterility,

Comfort, & Control

A Case Study from Cintas pg. 44

Inside the

Cleanroom

The Future of

Infusion Therapy

pg. 22

340B Rebates 2026

pg. 38

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FURTHER EXPLORATION

INTEL REPORT HIGHLIGHTS

Key insights from the 2026 340B Drug Pricing Program:

Third-Party Administrators Report page 76

TRADE SHOW & MEETING EVENT CALENDAR

Detailing key industry events throughout the year. page 64

SUMMER 2026 I HEALTH SYSTEM • INFUSION

MAKE SMARTER PHARMACY DECISIONS

FOR SUSTAINABLE SAVINGS WITH VERITY

Verity helps pharmacies optimize purchasing

strategies, reduce drug spend, and make

smarter decisions across the supply chain.

From scaling Own Use programs to confident

340B management, we deliver long-term results

in a dynamic health care landscape. page 19

AMERICAN HEALTH PACKAGING —

SERIALIZED, BARCODED UNIT DOSE

SOLUTIONS FOR PHARMACY

American Health Packaging delivers serialized,

barcoded unit dose medications that help

pharmacies support accurate bedside

administration, strong BCMA performance,

and consistent access to ready-to-dispense

products across care settings. page 21

GXC UPRIGHT PHARMACY

REFRIGERATORS FROM

HELMER SCIENTIFIC

Designed to meet evolving needs of medication

and vaccine storage with a redesigned

technology platform that lays the foundation

for future integration capabilities and upholds

the performance and reliability standards

demanded by pharmacy leaders. page 25

CUSTOMIZABLE PRIMARY ENGINEERING

CONTROLS FROM NUAIRE

Prepare compounded preparations comfortably

and efficiently by configuring your laminar

airflow workbench, containment ventilated

enclosure, or biosafety cabinet around your

pharmacy’s specific workflow. page 27

REVOLUTIONIZE YOUR OPERATIONS WITH

SWISSLOG HEALTHCARE SOLUTIONS

DESIGNED FOR YOUR PHARMACY

Deliver exceptional patient care with innovations

from the core of the central pharmacy to enhance

performance workflow efficiency, improve

accuracy, and increase safety. page 33

LEITERS HEALTH

Leiters Health is a trusted FDA-registered

503B pharmacy solutions provider of

ready-to-administer sterile compounded

and repackaged medications. page 35

PREP-LOCK™ — ADVANCING DRUG

SECURITY FROM PHARMACY TO PATIENT

Maintain medication integrity with industry leading

tamper-evident technology, trusted by over 88%

of 503Bs — designed to standardize drug security

across drug delivery containers, drug supply chain,

and chain of custody, allowing hospitals to close

vulnerable gaps in drug security programs. page 37

SURECOST — THE PREMIER ALL-

IN-ONE PHARMACY PROCUREMENT

SOFTWARE. SIMPLIFY PROCUREMENT.

AMPLIFY SAVINGS.

SureCost helps pharmacies simplify procurement,

compare vendors, validate pricing, improve

compliance, and uncover savings through one

connected platform built around real

pharmacy workflows. page 41

MEDI-DOSE, INC./EPS, INC. DELIVERS

BAR CODING, PACKAGING, AND

LABELING PHARMACY SOLUTIONS

Improve your Solid Oral Unit Dose needs with

our comprehensive Bar Coding, Packaging, and

Labeling Solutions — designed by healthcare

professionals, for healthcare professionals. page 43

Q.I. MEDICAL, INC.™ YOUR PARTNER IN

USP <797> PHARMACY COMPLIANCE

Providing quality assurance products to hospitals

and pharmacies practicing sterile compounding,

with a singular focus on pharmacy compliance.

Our long-standing regional distribution partners

are able to provide exceptional in-person

service and training. page 51

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STAT TEMP® FROM HEALTH

CARE LOGISTICS® TRANSFORMS

TEMPERATURE MONITORING

Ensure temperature accuracy throughout the

healthcare setting with this fully customizable

web-based system that installs without

equipment and without a subscription. page 53

TRUDELIVERY®: READY-TO-USE (RTU)

PRODUCTS BY PAR HEALTH

The TruDelivery® RTU portfolio helps meet the real-

world challenges of hospital pharmacies — and

is ready when you are. It’s about time. page 59

STERI-TAMP® TAMPER-EVIDENT

STERILE SEALS BY ALLIED

PHARMACY PRODUCTS, INC.

The only single-use, tamper-evident seal that

provides and maintains a 100% sterile barrier.

And now introducing our next generation

of Sterile Steri-Tamp Seals. page 61

WITH VACCINE STORAGE, THERE

IS NO ROOM FOR ERROR

Follett high-performance NSF 456-certified

refrigerators provide precise temperature

control for safely storing vaccines

and medications. page 63

GET STARTED WITH THE DEXCOM CGM

HOSPITAL DISCHARGE PROGRAM

Initiate patients on the Dexcom G7 15 Day and

Dexcom G7 Continuous Glucose Monitoring

(CGM) Systems for better assessment

of glycemic control after discharge — at

no cost to your hospital. page 69

STERILGARD® BSC BY BAKER

FOR ASEPTIC, USP <797>/<800>

COMPOUNDING

Delivers industry-leading aseptic performance with

an ergonomic design and integrated pharmacy

technologies — cameras, touchpads, monitors,

and scales — plus bespoke engineering to

support safe, efficient compounding. page 71

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LUMICERA HEALTH SERVICES — A SPECIALTY

PHARMACY THAT WORKS FOR YOUR HEALTH SYSTEM

Built with you. Branded as yours. Focused on better

care and sustainable results. page 73

SAFEFILL™ TRAYS & TIPGUARD™ CAPS

— MPS PHARMA & MEDICAL, INC.

SafeFill™ trays keep ophthalmic bottles covered row-by-row

and TipGuard™ caps keep dropper tips untouched — purpose-

built ready-to-fill containers that protect aseptic integrity

in hospital sterile compounding workflows. page 79

LABORATORY EQUIPMENT CALIBRATION SERVICES | TSS

Technical Safety Services (TSS) is your single-source provider

of GxP-compliant laboratory equipment calibration services —

helping pharmacies and labs maintain accuracy, compliance,

and audit-ready documentation they can trust. page 81

VYTLONE – YOUR MISSION IS OUR MISSION

Total pharmacy solutions. VytlOne provides holistic integrated

pharmacy solutions, including pharmacy intelligence,

340B optimization, and pharmacy management services.

One partner to transform your pharmacy. page 83

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20 Unique

Products

& Services

503B Outsourcing

Facilities and

Compounding

Services

Industry Expert Q&A, Market

Leaders Buyer’s Guide,

and More pg. 28

IMPROVING PATIENT

C A R E & P H A R M A C Y

COST CONTAINMENT

H E A L T H S Y S T E M & I N F U S I O N E D I T I O N

SUMMER 2026

Deirdre ‘Jane’ Toomer

503B Operations Manager

Aubrey Cain

Senior Director of

Sterility Assurance

Nephron Strengthens Sterility,

Comfort, & Control

A Case Study from Cintas pg. 44

Inside the

Cleanroom

The Future of

Infusion Therapy

pg. 22

340B Rebates 2026

pg. 38

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THE CHALLENGE: NAVIGATING REGULATORY

AND OPERATIONAL CHALLENGES

IU Health’s pain clinic was tasked with delivering roughly 100

intrathecal pain pump refills per week. Between significant

compliance hurdles, and the escalating risk exposure

associated with in-house compounding, it became clear

that trying to do everything in-house was unsustainable.

Tate Trujillo, PharmD, BCPS, FCCM, FASHP, CPEL, Executive

Director of Pharmacy, Clinical Nutrition & Indiana Poison

Center at IU Health, explained, “We were trying to manage

this out of our satellite pharmacy and were not meeting

the need, particularly as the clinic was adding more and

more providers.” This led the pharmacy leadership team

to explore outsourcing solutions that could provide both

regulatory, compliance, and workflow improvements.

THE SOLUTION: AIS HEALTHCARE—THE RIGHT

COMPOUNDING PHARMACY PARTNER

IU Health needed to identify a pharmacy specializing

in Category 3 medications that could meet USP <797>

standards. Ideally, this pharmacy could integrate with IU

Health’s existing workflows and streamline administrative

burdens. After a thorough evaluation, IU Health chose

AIS Healthcare, an outsourcing partner with advanced

infrastructure, providing the highest standards in sterile

compounding.

AIS immediately began providing:

•

Quality control measures, from the industry-leading

cleaning, disinfection, and sanitization of its facilities

to the latest testing equipment

•

Terminal sterilization for enhanced safety and

compliance

Case Study: Challenges

and Solutions to Category 3

Compounded Medications

With its multiple, large-scale health facilities, Indiana

University Health (IU Health) needed assistance in

2019 managing their demand for intrathecal pain

pump–compounded medications. Increasing demand

for pain-pump refills, and the accompanying federal

compliance regulations posed significant operational

challenges. So they sought a trusted outsourcing

partner that could reduce overhead, streamline access,

and maintain the highest possible standards.

Indiana University Health

•

Redundant pharmacy locations for

reliability and continuity of care, including

comprehensive environmental monitoring

and staff competency training

•

Seamless ordering system that reduced

administrative complexity

•

Financial support services, including multiple billing

options and the AIS patient assistance program

•

Requisite regulatory documentation, with detailed

quality reports outlining:

o Sterility testing

o Staff competency training

o Stock solution validation

o Environmental assessments

o Ongoing compliance measures

Accurate billing was another hurdle. “Trying to actually bill

effectively and get reimbursed appropriately is a challenge,

and since AIS does a direct bill for us, those solutions have

been solved,” said Tate Trujillo.

A SMOOTH TRANSITION TO OUTSOURCED

COMPOUNDING

The transition, which took place around 2019, was

designed for minimal disruption. AIS facilitated staff

training and pharmacy onboarding. They also implemented

a streamlined ordering process. This groundwork has

allowed IU Health to integrate outsourced compounding

services with remarkable efficiency to this day.

THE FUTURE: DRIVING BETTER OUTCOMES

FOR PATIENTS AND PROVIDERS

“Our top priority is ensuring patient safety while maintaining

compliance with evolving regulations,” said Tate Trujillo.

“AIS Healthcare’s robust processes, including double-

gloving, redundant checks, and terminal sterilization,

gave us confidence that they could deliver the quality and

compliance we require.” Josie Klink, PharmD, Pharmacy

Manager of Business Operations & Procurement, reaffirms

that, “AIS has been an outstanding partner for us regarding

the intrathecal pain pumps and this critical patient

population.”

IU Health’s experience with AIS serves as a model for other

health systems facing similar challenges. By prioritizing

compliance, patient safety, and financial sustainability,

IU Health has successfully navigated the complexities of

Category 3 compounding and created a framework for

continued excellence in patient care.

WATCH THE FULL VIDEO CASE STUDY

See the case study video on AIS Healthcare’s partnership

with IU Health at: aiscaregroup.com/videos/#case-studies

To learn more about how AIS Healthcare can help health

systems navigate Category 3 compounding challenges,

visit aiscaregroup.com or contact Chad Jeske, PharmD,

Vice President, Hospital and Health Systems TDD Sales at

cjeske@aiscaregroup.com.

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SUMMER 2026 I HEALTH SYSTEM • INFUSION

President & CEO: Melissa Steffan

Founded:

2015

Employees:

170

Toll-Free Phone:

(800) 581-1378

Phone:

(425) 947-1922

Website:

www.verity-solutions.com

Company Background

When every decision and every dollar matters, Verity Solutions is

your trusted partner for managing pharmacy purchasing operations.

Recognized as Best in KLAS for eight years, Verity is more than a

software provider: we’re a mission-driven ally to help health systems

thrive in a constantly changing ecosystem.

Verity exists because navigating the pharmacy supply chain is complex.

Through intelligent automation tools purpose-built with deep regulatory

expertise, and bolstered support teams dedicated to realizing your success,

we help integrated health care systems, acute-care and community

hospitals, retail and specialty pharmacies, infusion clinics, and 340B

covered entities unlock savings they can reinvest in their patients and

communities.

Product Overview

From first dose to replenishment, Verity’s comprehensive solutions

automate costly manual processes across the pharmacy to maximize

resources, reduce errors, and uncover additional savings.

The VERISAVE® Purchase Optimization suite helps hospitals and

healthcare facilities manage fluctuating drug costs to optimize and

reduce their drug spend. Product Select finds the best blended prices for

your orders using real-time pricing, and Contract Price Validation easily

detects differences between your invoice and contracted order pricing to

streamline corrections with your vendors.

Verity’s cloud-based solutions empower covered entity hospitals,

community health centers, and contract pharmacies serving the most

vulnerable communities by supporting split billing, contract, and specialty

contract pharmacy for 340B savings, including full-service referral

capture. With the VHUB Gateway™ solution, contract pharmacies gain

a competitive advantage by centralizing their 340B ordering, reporting,

and financial functions with one platform across multiple third-party

administrators.

Verity’s newest product, FUSEBOX® Infusion Management, broadens Verity’s

opportunities for care by optimizing buy-and-bill practices for ambulatory

infusion centers (AICs) and office-based infusion centers (OICs).

Why Verity?

When our healthcare partners achieve better financial results and

operate more efficiently, they can focus on what matters most: improving

and expanding patient care.

Motivated by the success of our clients, our products are developed

by industry-leading technical and software development resources and

delivered by a highly-skilled account management team dedicated to

transparent, proactive service. We offer:

• Secure, Adaptive Solutions: Built and deployed with security,

performance, scalability, and agility as primary goals, Verity’s

solutions are HITRUST© certified, demonstrating the highest

security standards. As patient needs and healthcare rules continue

to evolve, being flexible is imperative to remain competitive

and compliant.

• End-to-End Visibility: Our tools offer 100% transparency of

your savings with an emphasis on insightful, accessible reporting.

We maintain an ongoing feedback loop with our clients, using the

power of collaboration to guide the continual development of our

software and services.

• Responsive Support: Designated account managers provide

tailored support, training, audit readiness, and regular business

reviews to maximize the success of your program and maintain

compliance for 340B and beyond.

Testimonials

“Verity Solutions ensures accessibility for our staff. They have been fantastic

partners, ensuring we are comfortable and consistently working toward solutions

rather than leaving issues unresolved. I value their customer

service, responsiveness, attention to our organizational

needs, and willingness to work through almost

any situation.”

— Analyst, January 2026 (Collected by

KLAS Research)

“Our representative is absolutely phenomenal,

patient, and encouraging with us. We can walk

through different avenues to make things better.

We have added on some of Verity Solutions’

services over the last year and found a lot of success

with those.”

— Director, February 2026 (Collected by KLAS Research)

“Verity 340B is a great system, especially with our mixed-use program.

The vendor is always making updates. There is so much we can do with the

actual platform. The reporting capabilities are fantastic.”

— Manager, March 2026 (Collected by KLAS Research)

Verity helps pharmacies optimize purchasing strategies, reduce

drug spend, and make smarter decisions across the supply chain.

From scaling Own Use programs to confident 340B management,

we deliver long-term results in a dynamic health care landscape.

Make Smarter Pharmacy Decisions

for Sustainable Savings With Verity

Trust starts here. Connect with American Health Packaging

today at americanhealthpackaging.com

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Toll‑Free Phone:

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Address:

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Website:

www.americanhealthpackaging.com

Company Background

Located in Columbus, Ohio, American Health Packaging (AHP)

is a trusted manufacturer of serialized, barcoded unit dose

medications serving the healthcare marketplace. For more than 30

years, AHP has supported hospital, acute care, long term care, and

clinic pharmacies nationwide with commercially available unit

dose products sourced through partner GPOs and wholesalers.

AHP operates an FDA registered facility that adheres to current

Good Manufacturing Practice (cGMP) guidelines and is licensed

by the DEA to package Schedule II–V controlled substances.

Built on a foundation of quality, regulatory compliance, and

manufacturing expertise, AHP established its reputation through

leadership in oral solid unit dose manufacturing and continues to

evolve alongside the needs of pharmacy customers.

Today, AHP’s expanding portfolio includes oral solids, liquid unit

dose cups, oral syringes, inhalants, and powder or granule oral

suspensions. In addition to its unit dose portfolio, AHP has relaunched

its contract packaging services, extending its manufacturing and

packaging capabilities to support pharmaceutical partners with

quality driven, compliant solutions. AHP remains focused on

delivering reliable access to products and services that support safe

medication administration and operational efficiency.

Product Overview

AHP is committed to helping pharmacies operate more efficiently

by offering an extensive portfolio of unit dose medications.

With over 600 unit dose SKUs available, AHP products are

manufactured using quality components and feature legible,

accurate barcodes that support bedside barcode medication

administration (BCMA) processes.

American Health Packaging delivers serialized, barcoded unit dose medications that

help pharmacies support accurate bedside administration, strong BCMA performance,

and consistent access to ready-to-dispense products across care settings.

American Health Packaging —

Serialized, Barcoded Unit Dose

Solutions for Pharmacy

AHP’s diverse unit dose portfolio helps close the gap between

medications pharmacies are repackaging internally and those that

are commercially available, enabling health systems to streamline

workflows and reduce operational burden. Unit dose oral liquid

products are designed to deliver similar safety, efficiency, and cost

saving benefits, with right sized packaging, differentiated labeling,

and accurate barcoding.

In addition to its unit dose offerings, AHP provides contract

packaging services that extend its manufacturing and packaging

expertise. AHP’s capabilities continue to evolve to meet changing

clinical, operational, and supply needs.

Supporting Safety, Compliance, and Efficiency

Effective bedside workflows depend on medications that scan accurately

and perform reliably within Barcode Medication Administration (BCMA)

systems. AHP’s growing unit dose portfolio is designed to support

consistent scanning performance, helping pharmacies advance patient

safety initiatives while improving operational efficiency.

By offering commercially available unit dose medications, AHP helps

reduce the need for internal repackaging, freeing up pharmacy resources

and supporting more streamlined dispensing processes.

AHP also supports pharmacies as they work toward compliance with

USP <800> guidelines. AHP helps to align with safe handling practices

while protecting both patients and caregivers.

Driving Clinical Excellence Across

Hospitals & Health Systems

What role does infusion pharmacy play in the

modern hospital or health system?

Infusion pharmacy is the backbone of patient care in hospitals

and health systems. Every sterile preparation, compounded

medication, and infusion delivered to the bedside represents

the expertise and precision of the pharmacy team. Infusion

pharmacists ensure that therapies are accurate, safe, and aligned

with evidence-based practice.1

In recent years, the role of infusion pharmacy has expanded

significantly. Beyond preparing sterile products, pharmacists

now drive initiatives in medication safety, clinical optimization,

and interdisciplinary collaboration. The infusion service line

has evolved from a production-focused operation to a strategic

clinical service that directly impacts patient outcomes, regulatory

compliance, and institutional efficiency.

How is technology transforming infusion

pharmacy practice?

Technology is reshaping infusion operations across every phase of

the medication-use process. Automated IV compounding systems,

barcode verification, gravimetric technologies, and workflow

management software have become essential tools for ensuring

accuracy and compliance.2

Integration with the electronic health record (EHR) allows real-

time verification and documentation, reducing transcription

errors and improving traceability. Artificial intelligence (AI) and

predictive analytics are also emerging in pharmacy operations.

Hospitals are beginning to use AI-driven dashboards to forecast

shortages, monitor workflow performance, and detect potential

compounding deviations before they occur.3

These innovations enhance safety and optimize resources. Directors

of pharmacy who invest in digital compounding workflows and

data-driven process monitoring are better positioned to improve

both quality metrics and financial outcomes.3

What are the primary compliance and regulatory

concerns facing infusion pharmacies today?

Compliance with USP <797> Pharmaceutical Compounding

— Sterile Preparations and USP <800> Hazardous Drugs —

Handling in Healthcare Settings remains foundational to infusion

pharmacy operations.4 Inspections are increasingly focused on

process validation, staff competency, and continuous environmental

monitoring.

Hazardous drug handling requires not only physical containment

and ventilation but also documented training, certification,

and regular re-evaluation of staff competency.4 Continuous

quality assurance and documentation are critical to maintaining

compliance under evolving medication management standards.5

Many health systems are also aligning compliance with

sustainability objectives. Energy-efficient cleanroom operations,

waste reduction programs, and greener supply chains are now

part of broader ESG initiatives in hospital pharmacy leadership.

What are the biggest challenges currently facing

infusion pharmacies in hospitals?

Staffing shortages and burnout remain pressing concerns. Sterile

compounding and infusion services demand technical precision

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and vigilance, yet many hospitals face workforce constraints. Recent

data highlights increased vacancy rates for sterile compounding

technicians, underscoring the need for ongoing recruitment,

training, and retention strategies.6

Medication shortages also continue to disrupt operations.

Shortages of injectables, electrolytes, and parenteral nutrition

components often place infusion pharmacists in crisis-management

roles. Directors of pharmacy are turning to advanced inventory

management systems and predictive analytics to improve visibility

and mitigate risk.3

Finally, interoperability remains a technical challenge. Many

hospitals still struggle to fully integrate compounding workflow

platforms with EHR systems. Gaps in system interoperability can

contribute to medication delays and safety risks if not addressed

through coordinated digital infrastructure planning.7

What strategies are leading hospitals using to

strengthen infusion pharmacy services?

Progressive health systems are adopting a systems-based approach

to infusion pharmacy improvement. Some are applying Lean or

Six Sigma methodologies to streamline workflow, reduce waste, and

optimize technician utilization.8 Centralized compounding service

models are becoming more common, allowing multi-hospital

systems to consolidate resources while maintaining compliance

with USP standards.4

Education and competency validation remain at the heart of every

strong program. Ongoing training in aseptic technique, hazardous

drug handling, and equipment use ensures consistency and

compliance.9 Some hospitals are incorporating simulation-based

learning, peer assessments, and real-time quality dashboards to

reinforce best practices.

Embedding pharmacists within clinical infusion service lines,

such as oncology, parenteral nutrition, and critical care, has also

proven to improve patient outcomes. Health systems that integrate

pharmacists into multidisciplinary infusion teams report stronger

clinical oversight, reduced variability, and enhanced safety metrics

across departments.8,9

How can infusion pharmacies balance patient safety

with financial sustainability?

Effective pharmacy leaders approach cost management through

value optimization rather than cost reduction. By leveraging

data analytics to track overfill, expiration waste, and delayed

administrations, hospitals can recover significant operational

savings without compromising care quality.3

Standardization of drug concentrations, infusion protocols, and

dosage ranges has emerged as one of the most effective safety

and cost-control strategies.8 Standardization minimizes variability,

streamlines pump programming, and reduces the likelihood of error.

Partnerships with 503B outsourcing facilities can provide additional

flexibility, particularly when in-house capacity is constrained.

However, oversight remains essential. Hospitals must evaluate

vendor quality systems and maintain rigorous documentation to

ensure patient safety and compliance with USP requirements.1,2,4

What does the future of infusion pharmacy look like

in hospitals and health systems?

Infusion pharmacy is moving toward a highly data-driven and

clinically integrated future. Robotics and automation will continue

to refine sterile compounding precision, while advanced analytics

will enable proactive quality assurance and predictive workload

planning.7,3

Personalized medicine and pharmacogenomics will also reshape

infusion therapy. Pharmacists will increasingly tailor therapy

selection and dosing based on genetic profiles and real-time

biomarker data.10

As more care shifts to ambulatory and home-based environments,

infusion pharmacists will play a crucial role in ensuring safe

transitions of care, continuity of therapy, and adherence

monitoring. Integration across inpatient, outpatient, and home

infusion settings will become the defining marker of high-

performing health systems.3

The infusion pharmacy of the future will be intelligent, interoperable,

and indispensable. Directors of pharmacy and clinical infusion

pharmacists who embrace innovation, automation, and analytics

will set the standard for excellence in patient-centered care.

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Infusion pharmacy has become one of the most strategically

important functions within hospital pharmacy practice. It combines

clinical acumen, technological sophistication, and operational

leadership.

As technology evolves and regulations grow more stringent,

pharmacy leaders are uniquely positioned to shape the next

generation of infusion care. Those who invest in innovation,

workforce development, and continuous quality improvement today

will build infusion programs that define safety and performance for

years to come.

References:

Institute for Safe Medication Practices (ISMP): 1) Guidelines for Safe Preparation of

Compounded Sterile Preparations. 2022. 2) Sterile Compounding Competency Framework.

2022. American Society of Health-System Pharmacists (ASHP): 2) ASHP Guidelines on

Compounding Sterile Preparations. 2021. 3) Pharmacy Forecast 2025: Strategic Planning

Advice for Pharmacy Departments in Hospitals and Health Systems. 2024. 6) National

Pharmacy Workforce Study. 2023. 8) Best Practices for Hospital and Health-System Pharmacy

Leadership. 2021. 13) Advancing Pharmacy Practice Through Clinical Integration. 2024.

United States Pharmacopeia (USP): 4) USP <797> Pharmaceutical Compounding — Sterile

Preparations. 2023 Revision. USP <800> Hazardous Drugs — Handling in Healthcare

Settings. 2023. The Joint Commission: 5) Medication Management Standards for Hospitals.

Updated 2024. ECRI Institute: 7) Top 10 Health Technology Hazards: Key Safety Risks to

Manage in 2024. Technology Hazards Report. 2024. American Journal of Health-System

Pharmacy (AJHP): 10) Pharmacogenomics and Personalized Infusion Therapy. 2023.

20WAYS TO IMPROVE PATIENT CARE & PHARMACY COST CONTAINMENT

SUMMER 2026 I HEALTH SYSTEM • INFUSION

President & CEO: Matt Barga

(Life Science Solutions)

Founded:

1977 (Helmer Scientific)

Employees:

450

Stock Symbol:

Toll-Free Phone: (800) 743-5637

Phone:

(317)773-9073

Address:

14400 Bergen Boulevard

Noblesville, IN 46060

Website:

www.helmerinc.com

Company Background

Helmer Scientific, now part of Trane Technologies Life Science

Solutions, is a U.S.-based manufacturer and worldwide distributor

of medical-grade cold storage and laboratory processing equipment.

We have almost 50 years of experience in providing high-quality

temperature-controlled environments, with our products being

used in over 125 countries. Precise temperature performance and

control are essential to the successful storage of pharmaceuticals,

and Helmer cold storage products are designed and developed with

these considerations.

Product Overview

The GXC upright i.Series® and Horizon Series™ pharmacy

refrigerators are designed to address some of the biggest

operational pressures pharmacy directors face today. With superior

temperature control and an advanced system architecture, these

units help reduce the risk of temperature excursions, support

medication integrity, and help meet critical regulatory standards.

Manufactured in the U.S.A., their robust stainless-steel design

provides reliable cold storage that stands up to the rigors of high-

volume pharmacy workflows. GXC pharmacy refrigerators come

standard with Certificate of Calibration generated with an ISO

17025 reference thermometer and are certified to NSF/ANSI 456

Vaccine Storage Standards. For hazardous drug environments

and cleanrooms, GXC pharmacy refrigerators now feature coated

drawer-slides to resist corrosion from harsh cleaners.

For pharmacies managing high‑value or temperature‑sensitive

medications, the GXC platform delivers practical solutions to

persistent pain points, reducing downtime risk and ensuring

consistent performance across busy inpatient, outpatient, and

specialty environments. By aligning reliability and workflow

efficiency, GXC pharmacy refrigerators empower pharmacy

directors and staff to safeguard product quality, streamline

operations, and deliver patient care with technology built for

evolving healthcare demands.

Features & Options

• Updated system architecture to support cyber security and

future integration in clinical workflows.

• Enhanced touchscreen interface (i.Series®) for improved

user experience.

• Out-of-the-box compatibility with medication

management tools.

• Corrosion-resistant hardware to protect against harsh

chemical cleaners in hazardous drug and clean

room environments.

• New! 18 cu ft footprint to maximize storage in

space-confined environments.

• Certified to NSF/ANSI 456 Vaccine Storage Standard

• ENERGY STAR® Certified

GPO Affiliations

Available on all major GPOs.

Ordering Information

For more information on the GXC line

of pharmacy refrigerators, scan the

QR code.

To place an order, contact your

Helmer sales representative

or visit our website and fill

out a quote request form.

Designed to meet evolving needs of medication and vaccine storage

with a redesigned technology platform that lays the foundation for

future integration capabilities and upholds the performance and

reliability standards demanded by pharmacy leaders.

GXC Upright Pharmacy Refrigerators

From Helmer Scientific

NuAire, Inc. | 2100 Fernbrook Lane | Plymouth, MN 55447 | 763.553.1270 | nuaire.com

LabGard ES AIR NU-543 Series

• Optimized for Sterile Hazardous Drug Compounding Systems

• Telescoping or Mechanical Auto-Rising Base Stand Options

• Optional IV Bar with 3 Height Locations and 6 SST Hooks

• Interior Duplex Outlets and Cord Pass-Through Port

• Custom Back-Wall Viewing Window for PC Monitor

LabGard ES NU-813 Series

• Optimized for Non-Sterile Hazardous Drug Compounding

• Telescoping or Mechanical Auto-Rising Base Stand Options

• Optional Ergonomic Mount for PC Monitor, Keyboard & Mouse

• Optional Double Exhaust Filter with Bag-in/Bag-out

• Polycarbonate Viewing Window and Sidewalls

• Sidewall Waste Pass-Through Ports

Sterile Hazardous Workflow

Containment Primary Engineering Control (C-PEC)

Non-Sterile Hazardous Workflow

Containment Primary Engineering Control (C-PEC)

Medication Workflow

Class II, Type A2 Biosafety Cabinet

Protection: Product, Personnel, & Environmental

Containment Ventilated Enclosure

Protection: Personnel & Environmental

*Product shown with optional/custom features

* Product shown with optional features