Registration Opens for Annual McKesson ideaShare Conference

IRVING, TX, April 8, 2025—Registration is now open for McKesson ideaShare in Nashville from July 10-13, 2025. Bringing together thousands of independent pharmacy owners and their teams, McKesson ideaShare is a dynamic and interactive forum designed to foster collaboration, innovation and business excellence, and spark advocacy. The conference features a rich agenda with educational sessions, networking opportunities, and an expansive trade show floor showcasing the latest in pharmacy solutions and services. McKesson ideaShare will culminate by awarding the Health Mart Pharmacy of the Year.

“McKesson ideaShare offers a platform for pharmacists to connect and explore strategies to tackle today's challenges,” said Scott Miller, president of Strategic, Community, and Specialized Pharmacy at McKesson. “With an emphasis on profitability and community impact, we aim to inspire attendees with solutions to help their pharmacies thrive so they can continue delivering exceptional patient care."

Event Highlights

• Educational Sessions: Attendees can participate in a variety of workshops and presentations led by industry experts and their peers, covering topics such as pharmacy management, regulatory updates, clinical services, and more. With more than 20 unique continuing education courses offered across 32 sessions—with several courses offered more than once—attendees will have the opportunity to earn up to 11 credit hours of evidence-based education at McKesson ideaShare 2025. Get a glimpse of this year’s schedule.
• Advocacy in Action: Last year, we introduced McKesson Amplify and awarded funding to state pharmacy associations in all 50 states to support their advocacy goals. This year, attendees will hear from association executives about their successes and get updates from industry leaders on policy matters, advocacy tips, and new engagement opportunities.
• Interactive PharmaTalks and Learning Labs: Join in lively discussions and Q&A sessions led by industry thought leaders on topics to help pharmacy owners maximize opportunities to grow their revenue and enhance patient care.
• Networking Opportunities: Engage with peers, experts, and McKesson representatives to share insights, challenges, and solutions in the ever-evolving field of pharmacy.
• Expo Floor: Explore the latest innovations in pharmacy technology, products, and services from a diverse array of exhibitors.

“McKesson ideaShare gave us crucial insights into innovative solutions, patient engagement strategies and public policy. The networking opportunities were fantastic, leading to collaborations that are already benefiting our pharmacy,” said Raj Chhadua, PharmD, managing partner at ReNue Apothecary. “It's a must-attend event for staying ahead in the pharmacy industry." 

Attend and Save on Generics

McKesson ideaShare attendees can qualify to earn a 2% rebate on generics, up to $6,000 for up to five stores from August through November 2025. By registering before May 9, 2025, pharmacies can receive an extra month (December) in which to earn the rebate. This exclusive benefit is extended on behalf of McKesson to support independent pharmacy success in local communities across the U.S.

About McKesson Corporation

McKesson Corporation is a diversified healthcare services leader dedicated to advancing health outcomes for patients everywhere. Our teams partner with biopharma companies, care providers, pharmacies, manufacturers, governments, and others to deliver insights, products and services to help make quality care more accessible and affordable. Learn more about how McKesson is impacting virtually every aspect of healthcare at McKesson.com and read Our Stories.

About Health Mart

Health Mart® is a network of high-performing independent pharmacies, with approximately 4,300 community pharmacies across the nation. Health Mart pharmacists provide personalized care and take the time to help patients understand their prescription-drug coverage, how to safely manage multiple medications, and how to take advantage of lower-cost medication options. Patients can find a Health Mart pharmacy by visiting healthmart.com.

As an important member of the healthcare team, Health Mart pharmacists possess strong clinical knowledge and collaborate with patients and other healthcare providers to help patients manage and improve their health. The Health Mart franchise is owned by Health Mart Systems, Inc., which is part of McKesson Corporation. Pharmacists and pharmacy owners interested in learning more can explore join.healthmart.com.