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May 22, 2025
Lee Ann Cain Named Certified Pharmacy Executive Leader
Mobile, Ala. – Lee Ann Cain, RPh, MBA, Chief Operating Officer of Thomas Hospital and Vice President of Pharmacy Services for Infirmary Health, has recently earned the Certified Pharmacy Executive Leader credential from the American Society of Health-System Pharmacists (ASHP).
The Certified Pharmacy Executive Leader credential is nationally recognized and demonstrates advanced leadership skills including:
· 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 receive the credential, candidates completed a competitive review process. Cain said this credential reflects a high standard of excellence and leadership in pharmacy practice.
“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.
About Infirmary Health: Infirmary Health is the largest not-for-profit, non-governmental healthcare system in Alabama. It comprises four hospitals, two post-acute care facilities, four ambulatory surgery centers, two freestanding emergency departments, and more than 60 physician practice locations. Infirmary Health serves all counties along the Gulf Coast. It offers the most advanced technology, comprehensive treatment, and highest quality care to remain the FIRST CHOICE for healthcare in the region.
About ASHP:
ASHP is the largest association of pharmacy professionals in the United States, representing more than 65,000 pharmacists, student pharmacists, and pharmacy technicians in all patient care settings,
including hospitals, ambulatory clinics, and health-system community pharmacies. For more than 80 years, ASHP has championed innovation in pharmacy practice, advanced education, and professional development, and served as a steadfast advocate for members and patients. In addition, ASHP is an accrediting body for pharmacy residency and technician training programs and provides comprehensive resources to support pharmacy professionals through every stage of their careers. For more information, visit ashp.org and ASHP’s consumer website, SafeMedication.com. Learn more about ASHP’s public awareness campaign at yourpharmacist.org.
