Health-Systems Academy
Shaping Tomorrow’s Leaders
Advocacy
Collaboration
Education
Innovation
Leadership
Professional Development
Mission
To serve and represent Montana health-system pharmacy through our affiliation with the American Society of Health-System Pharmacists (ASHP).
Vision
Continue to advance the profession of health-system pharmacy in Montana while promoting leadership, development, and education.
Launch Your Career with Confidence
Residency Programs
Montana PGY1 pharmacy residency programs are your bridge from education to practice, equipping you with real-world experience and mentorship to thrive in pharmacy!
One-year ASHP accredited programs throughout the state
Flexible, diverse rotations and experiences
Supportive preceptors and mentors
Competencies in patient care; practice advancement; leadership; and teaching and education
Advance Your Learning
Spring Seminar (Virtual Conference)
The latest research and process improvements from bright, new practitioners in pharmacy. Elevate your practice at our HSA Spring Seminar, April 10, 2026.
Full day of virtual education
Connect with colleagues
Gather insights from pharmacy residents
Health-Systems Academy Board

Reina Coggins, PharmD
MPA Board Member
Clinical Manager, Pharmacy Services, Billings Clinic | Billings, MT
Serving Through: 2027

Stephanie Chosa, PharmD
HSA Past Chair, MPA Board Member
Bighorn Valley Health Center, Inc | Billings, MT
Serving Through: 2027

Elizabeth Klein, PharmD, BCPS
ASHP HOD Junior Delegate
Inpatient Pharmacy Operations Coordinator, Billings Clinic
Serving Through: 2027

Melanie Townsend, PharmD, BCPS
HSA Member-at-Large
Pharmacy Residency Program Director, Billings Clinic | Billings, MT
Serving Through: 2028

Sophie Loveless, Student Representative
MPA Student Representative
UofM Skaggs School of Pharmacy| Missoula, MT
Serving Through: 2027

Brooke Stillson, Student Representative
MPA Student Representative
UofM Skaggs School of Pharmacy| Missoula, MT
Serving Through: 2028

Jenner Minto, PharmD
UofM Skaggs School of Pharmacy Representative
UofM Skaggs School of Pharmacy | Missoula, MT
Serving Through: Ongoing

Deedee Grubbs, MPA Executive Director
MPA Staff
Montana Pharmacy Association| Helena, MT
Serving Through: Ongoing

Tony King, MPA Director of Government Affairs
MPA Staff
Montana Pharmacy Association| Helena, MT
Serving Through: Ongoing