Grant Sivley

Grant received his PharmD  from the University of Arizona R. Ken Coit College of Pharmacy in Tucson, Arizona, in 2022. He completed  a PGY1/2 residency in pharmacy informatics at Lifepoint Health/Lipscomb University in Nashville, Tennessee, in 2024. During his residency, Grant became a Board Certified Pharmacotherapy Specialist.

Overview of the Facility/Health System you currently work at:
Lifepoint Health is a national healthcare system with 60 acute care facilities and dozens of inpatient rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals across 31 states. The organization primarily serves rural communities, often as the sole provider of healthcare services. Guided by a mission of "Making Communities Healthier," Lifepoint values compassion, teamwork, and high-quality patient care. Sivley works at Lifepoint’s centralized health support center in Brentwood, Tennessee.

What significant projects have you been involved in recently?
One of my recent projects was developing a contract evaluation tool for specialty and oncology medications. This tool integrates data from purchase histories and multiple contracts, including tiered pricing, rebates, off-invoice discounts, and market share rewards, helping identify the most cost-effective purchasing options. Additionally,  I led the creation of a pharmacy savings dashboard in Power BI, which tracks and visually represents the savings achieved by Lifepoint Health’s facilities through various medication cost-saving initiatives.

What advice would you provide for someone new in your specialty area?
Stay curious and maintain both a learning mindset and a creative approach to problem-solving. This field often requires innovative solutions, so being open to new ideas is key. Additionally, while these specialties may seem solitary, success heavily depends on building strong relationships. Collaborating with others is essential to achieving your team’s goals.

What is your current involvement with ASHP?
I am currently serving my first year on the ASHP Section of Pharmacy Informatics and Technology  Section Advisory Group for Data Analytics. This involvement allows me to contribute to the advancement of informatics and data analytics in the profession. I have been a member of ASHP for the past six years, and now, post-residency, I am excited to take a more active role in shaping the future of pharmacy.

How would you explain the value of ASHP to a friend or colleague?
ASHP offers a platform for pharmacists to contribute to the profession in ways that match their skills and interests. It provides opportunities to collaborate and network with like-minded professionals who are equally passionate about advancing pharmacy practice. Through ASHP, members can share knowledge, exchange ideas, and help shape the future of pharmacy.

What is the value of ASHP for the profession?
ASHP is invaluable to the pharmacy profession by offering educational resources, advocacy, and opportunities for professional growth. It helps set standards for practice and promotes collaboration between healthcare professionals. ASHP also advocates for policies that strengthen the role of pharmacists. Through these efforts, it helps pharmacists stay informed, connected, and able to contribute to the future of healthcare.