Prescription Monitoring Programs Alliance Honors Scott Serich, Ph.D. of The IJIS Institute
Summary
Acting ASPMP President Dave Hopkins presented Dr. Serich with the esteemed President’s Award on June 5 at the Alliance’s annual business meeting in Washington, D.C. Serich received the award in recognition for his “leadership in developing the Prescription Monitoring Information Exchange National Architecture” and “instrumental role in assisting the state Prescription Drug Monitoring to implement interstate interoperability.” Said IJIS Institute Executive Director Steve Ambrosini, “Abuse of prescription drugs impacts millions of Americans from all walks of life each year.In response, most states have recognized prescription drug abuse as a critical issue, and have enacted legislation, education and task force programs.Alliance members thanked Dr. Serich for his commitment to data sharing and recognized the importance of his efforts in reducing prescription drug abuse and diversion, and helping to save lives.In response, most states have recognized prescription drug abuse as a critical issue, and have enacted legislation, education and task force programs.Alliance members thanked Dr. Serich for his commitment to data sharing and recognized the importance of his efforts in reducing prescription drug abuse and diversion, and helping to save lives.For over 20 years, Scott Serich has worked in information technology, software development, management consulting, and project and program management.