Key Highlights
- New Role: Christina Barrington sworn in as AMCP President, previously held positions including treasurer and president-elect.
- Professional Background: Extensive experience in pharmacy management and health plan strategy at Priority Health.
- Vision for AMCP: Committed to enhancing access to cost-effective medications and advancing public health outcomes.
Source: Business Wire
Notable Quotes
- “I am honored to serve as president to help advance AMCP’s strategic direction. I deeply believe in AMCP’s mission to find ways to help patients get the medications they need at a cost they can afford.” – Christina Barrington, PharmD, Vice President and Chief Pharmacy Officer at Priority Health
- “Christina has true expertise and a deep understanding of the many issues facing AMCP and the larger health care industry. She is the right leader at this time to take the baton and serve as AMCP’s president.” – Susan Cantrell, MHL, RPh, CAE, CEO at Academy of Managed Care Pharmacy (AMCP)
SoHC's Take
Christina Barrington’s appointment as president of AMCP marks a significant moment in the evolution of managed care pharmacy. Her extensive background in pharmacy leadership and commitment to cost-effective healthcare delivery underline the strategic direction she is likely to steer the AMCP. As she takes on this vital role, her efforts will be crucial in shaping the future of pharmacy benefits management, particularly in the current climate of healthcare reform and economic pressures. This leadership transition comes at a critical juncture for AMCP, poised to further influence healthcare policy and practice in the coming years.
