South Dakota Pharmacists Association (SDPHA)
With over 130 years of advocating for the pharmacy industry and serving South Dakota’s pharmacists, the South Dakota Pharmacists Association is well respected across the state. Their detailed and rich history has paved the way for today’s leaders and district officers to continue Their growth for years to come.
History:
The South Dakota Pharmacists Association was originally created at a meeting of pharmacists from across the then Territory of Dakota in 1886. Meeting at the Mitchell Hotel in the City of Mitchell, Their 38 founding members developed and adopted a constitution, by-laws and a code of ethics. Out of this meeting, the Southern District Pharmaceutical Association of the Territory of Dakota was born.
Since then, yearly meetings have been held to discuss current issues in the pharmacy profession, learn about new medication therapies, exciting advancements and opportunities and provide the grounds for social activity. This tradition continues today at the South Dakota Pharmacists Association Annual Convention.