The Mississippi Pharmacists Association (MPhA) is stronger when our members get involved. Join an MPhA committee and help shape the programs, advocacy, education, events, and opportunities that move pharmacy forward in Mississippi.
Interested in joining a committee? Complete this form below and we will get you plugged in!
The Education Committee is a vital part of the Mississippi Pharmacists Association. With the growth we have experienced in the past few years, we have added additional events to our yearly schedule. The challenge of the Education Committee is presenting relevant topics, new ideas, and current updates to the pharmacy profession. The other challenge is finding speakers passionate about the topics they present. In addition to the events we have on our schedule each year, MPhA publishes a Quarterly Journal 4 times a year with continuing education.
This is the second term for the Education Committee Co-chairs, April Miller and Jennifer Duncan. If you have a passion for education and want to join the committee, please find April and Jennifer’s contact information below!
Education Committee
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aprilmmiller@gmail.com
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Jennifer L Duncan, PharmD BCGP obtained her Doctor of Pharmacy Degree from theUniversity of Tennessee. She has both clinical and operations experience in a variety of settings
including community, hospital, mental health, managed care and long-term care. Her particular
areas of interest are geriatrics, palliative care, disease management and Pharmacoeconomics.
Dr. Duncan has worked as a Consultant Pharmacist at every opportunity and is currently the
General Manager at Omnicare of Jackson.
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jenniferlongmireduncan@outlook.com
The Membership Committee
The Membership Committee focuses on member growth, retention, and increasing engagement. The committee will work with MPhA to assist in planning and implementing events for membership drives and to devise other ways to increase membership. At MPhA, we are committed to the profession of pharmacy. As we increase membership, we will have more to offer. MPhA supports all Mississippi pharmacists and all areas of pharmacy. We legally advocate for pharmacists by having a lobbyist and a pharmacist active in legislative endeavors. MPhA provides multiple continuing education opportunities, e.., in-person and virtual events, creating a quarterly journal, Mississippi Pharmacist, and many more. MPhA is also great for connecting with other Mississippi pharmacists and students.
If you are passionate about building and engaging members and want to join the committee, please find the Membership Co-Chairs, Camille Culp and Kristina Bramel, contact information below!
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Camille Culp, PharmD, is a recent graduate of the University of Mississippi School of Pharmacy, where she earned both her Bachelor of Science in Pharmaceutical Sciences and Doctor of Pharmacy degrees. She is currently continuing her professional training as a PGY1 pharmacy resident at the University of Mississippi Medical Center.
Her professional interests include critical care, psychiatry, and cardiology, as well as public health, advancement of the pharmacy profession, and patient advocacy. Through her involvement in the pharmacy profession, Camille is passionate about supporting the growth of pharmacists and students while advocating for improved patient care and the continued advancement of pharmacy practice.
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Kristina has called Mississippi home since 1999 and has been a dedicated pharmacy technician since 2020. She is passionate about the pharmacy profession, patient care, and supporting pharmacy technicians' growth and recognition.
She is a proud mother of three children, all of whom are pursuing their own professional dreams. Watching them work toward their goals has reinforced her belief in the importance of hard work, perseverance, and lifelong learning. She brings those same values to my career and strives to make a positive impact through collaboration, advocacy, and leadership.
Outside of her professional life, she enjoys creative writing, music, Harley-Davidson motorcycles, and spending time outdoors. Camping and kayaking are among her favorite activities, allowing her to appreciate nature, embrace adventure, and find balance between her professional dedication and personal passions.
I look forward to continuing her professional growth while helping strengthen the pharmacy technician community and encouraging others to pursue their goals.
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The Convention Committee
The Convention Committee partners with the MPhA staff and the Education Committee to plan and execute our Annual Convention and Trade Show. The duties of the Convention Committee include but are not limited to the following: setting registration fees for members and non-members, setting registration fees for Exhibitors, and working with MPhA to determine the venue and city for the event. In addition, active committee members also volunteer during the Convention to ensure all Continuing Education sessions and activities have a liaison present.
If you are passionate about planning events and want to join the committee or Co-Chair the committee, please find Kaitlyn Hendrix’s contact information below!
The Awards Committee
The Awards Committee facilitates the nominations and selection of awards. Also, the members of this committee evaluate and certify candidates for office. The Awards are handed out at Annual Convention during our Awards Luncheon.
We welcome nominations throughout the year. Information about the awards process and the individual awards are listed on our website. Please consider making nominations throughout the year so we will have a number of people to vet for the awards. The Chair of the Awards Committee is Wilma Wilbanks. Please find Wilma’s contact information below!
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Wilma Johnson Wilbanks is a third-generation pharmacist and has been a proud member of MPhA since 1981. She won the Bowl of Hygeia in 1988 and was inducted into the MPhA Hall of Fame in 2019. Wilma is the chairman of the Mississippi Medicaid P and T Committee and is the current International President of Delta Gamma Fraternity. She is a past president of the National Association of Junior Auxiliaries and a certified parliamentarian. Wilma resides with her husband, Bob, in Cleveland, Mississippi. -
imalosluvr@aol.com
The New Practitioner Committee
The New Practitioner Committee supports the transition of recent graduates into real world practice, boost networking with practicing pharmacist in our state, and introduces the Association to new pharmacists. At MPhA, we seek to increase the participation and growth of our organization through the involvement of new graduates and young pharmacists.
In addition, the New Practitioner Committee sponsors events throughout the year like ice cream socials, bowling, to help introduce recent graduates to established pharmacists. They also assist with Mentorship groups and help with writing a CV. Every new graduate has the opportunity learn from practicing pharmacists.
If you are passionate about mentoring new graduates and want to join the committee or Co-Chair the committee, please find Ja’Merica Dixon’s contact information below!
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Ja’Merica Dixon, PharmD, is a pharmacist with the Mississippi State Department of Health in Jackson, Mississippi. Before joining the health department as a staff pharmacist, Dr. Dixon completed a PGY1 Community Pharmacy Residency, strengthening her skills in patient care, public health, and community-focused clinical services. She earned her Bachelor of Science from Jackson State University and her Doctor of Pharmacy degree from William Carey University. Her professional interests include public health, health equity, and patient advocacy, with a particular passion for improving access, education, and outcomes in underserved communities.
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The Government Affairs Committee
The Government Affairs Committee monitors legislation as it moves through our government. We work with legislators to initiate important legislation, mobilize our membership to speak to their representatives about important legislation, and serve as a source of information to educate officials on the impact that legislation could have on the pharmacy profession. We are the voice for Mississippi pharmacists in Congress and the Mississippi Legislature.
We legally advocate for pharmacists by having a lobbyist and a pharmacist active in legislative endeavors.
This is the second term for the Government Affairs Committee Co-Chairs.
If you are passionate about legislation and want to join the committee, please find our committee members’ contact information below!
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Cliff Kelly has been a loyal member of MPhA and has served the Association in several other positions. He took over as Government Affairs Co-Chair during 2023-2024. In addition to being an active member of MPhA, Cliff owns C&C Drugs in Collins, Mississippi. He also serves as the Mayor of Mount Olive, Mississippi. He is a devoted fan of the University of Southern Mississippi. MPhA is proud to have him as a long standing member and to thank him for his willingness to serve not only MPhA but also his community. -
ckelly4700@yahoo.com
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Dr. Ayers received his Bachelor of Science and Doctor of Pharmacy degrees from the University of Mississippi. He is currently emploved by Mississippi Baptist Medical Center in Jackson, MS. He is a clinical specialist in nutrition support and serves the Department of Pharmacy as Chief of Clinical Pharmacy Services. Dr. Ayers is also a Clinical Associate Professor with the School of Pharmacy, University of Mississippi.Dr. Ayers is a past president of MPhA and served as Interim Executive Director in 2018.
Phil's service to MPhA includes Foundation President, Chair of Government Affairs and Membership Committees. He has been a member of the Executive, Government Affairs, Membership, and Education Committees. Dr. Ayers is a past president of the Mississippi Society of Health-System Pharmacists (MSHP) and Mississippi Society for Parenteral and Enteral Nutrition (MSPEN).
As Immediate Past President, Phil serves the American Society for Parenteral and Enteral Nutrition (ASPEN) on the Board of Directors and is Past Chair of the ASPEN Parenteral Nutrition Safety Committee. He is also a member of the USP Compounding Committee and Past Chair of the USP Parenteral Nutrition Subcommittee. He previously served on the USP Healthcare Quality and Safety Committee and chaired the Parenteral Nutrition Expert Panel.
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ayerspharm@gmail.com