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In this podcast, Stephen Eckel and Michael Stepanovic discuss the AJHP Descriptive Report "The 2024 updated Basel Statements on the future of hospital pharmacy” with host and AJHP Editor in Chief Daniel Cobaugh.   The information presented during the podcast reflects solely the opinions of the presenter. The information and materials are not, and are not intended as, a comprehensive source of drug...

This episode examines the results of a national ASHP Outcomes and Value Section Advisory Group survey exploring how specialty pharmacies measure, track, and benchmark pharmacist and technician productivity. Spanning 25 questions and nearly 50 respondents, the survey sheds light on organizational models, role delineation between pharmacists and technicians, KPI development, data infrastructure, tim...

Obesity is a chronic disease affecting millions of people in the United States with projections indicating continued obesity rates and related comorbidities. Pharmacists are increasingly in the position to advise patients and provide safe and effective management of medications for healthy weight loss. It is imperative that pharmacists collaborate with patients and their providers to optimize weig...

This episode was planned to meet the educational needs of critical care pharmacists by increasing their awareness of the prevalence of opioid use disorder, common challenges encountered in managing pain control and sedation in patients with opioid use disorder, and how to implement best practices in this patient population. CE for this episode expires 2 years after the date it was originally publi...

Discover the essential contributions of pharmacists in patient care with We’re Your Pharmacist, a monthly podcast from ASHP. This episode features Maria Blaze, mental health pharmacy practitioner at the Lt. Col. Luke Weathers, Jr. VA Medical Center in Memphis, Tennessee. She shares what inspired her to pursue a career in pharmacy and offers insight into the vital role pharmacists play in supportin...

In this podcast, Susan Smith and Brian Murray discuss the AJHP commentary "The weight debate: Ideal versus total body weight for fluid resuscitation in septic shock” with host and AJHP Editor in Chief Daniel Cobaugh. The information presented during the podcast reflects solely the opinions of the presenter. The information and materials are not, and are not intended as, a comprehensive source of d...

This episode discusses the benefits and challenges of implementing Ai into health system pharmacy workflows. It also offers insight into how health system pharmacists may guide utilization and potential best practices in AI use for those in leadership positions, as well as preceptors and learners. The information presented during the podcast reflects solely the opinions of the presenter. The infor...

This episode provides health system pharmacists with comprehensive, evidence-based information about rotavirus disease and vaccination. The discussion covers the historical burden of rotavirus disease, clinical complications, current CDC/ACIP vaccination recommendations, clinical management protocols, public health reporting requirements, and the pharmacist's role in addressing caregiver questions...

In this episode, we break down what it really takes to make data readily available and discoverable. Our guests explain how their teams use data catalogs, organize metadata, manage code, and build systems that make data easier to find, maintain, and update. From there, we explore the challenges of data management, such as fragmented data, lack of standardization, and low adoption. Finally, we expl...

Meet the recipients of the ASHP Foundation’s Professional Advancement Scholarship as they share what the support meant to them, their experiences at the 2025 ASHP Midyear Meeting, and how the opportunity is shaping their careers. The information presented during the podcast reflects solely the opinions of the presenter. The information and materials are not, and are not intended as, a comprehensiv...

This podcast discusses optimizing specialty pharmacy central services. Speakers highlight the successes and challenges of centralizing support services, fulfillment and clinical services, and discuss the specialty pharmacy blueprint to centralizing services. The information presented during the podcast reflects solely the opinions of the presenter. The information and materials are not, and are no...

Through evidence-based counseling and open dialogue, pharmacists help patients make informed decisions, improve medication safety, and build trust — ultimately reducing the spread and impact of misinformation in healthcare.  By understanding study design, bias, statistical significance, and clinical relevance, pharmacists can distinguish sound science from misleading claims. This episode highlight...

In this episode, Jen Arnoldi sits down with the Section of Pharmacy Educators Distinguished Service Awardee, Winter Smith, to discuss what membership within the section and ASHP means to her and how it has helped her develop as a pharmacy practice leader.  The information presented during the podcast reflects solely the opinions of the presenter. The information and materials are not, and are not...

The third in a five-part series, this episode of Tools of The Trade discusses tools, tips, and tricks surrounding cleaning, preparing, and analyzing data. The information presented during the podcast reflects solely the opinions of the presenter. The information and materials are not, and are not intended as, a comprehensive source of drug information on this topic. The contents of the podcast hav...

In this podcast, Christine Tabulov discusses the AJHP Note "Creation and implementation of a transplant medication patient education game for adolescents by a pediatric pharmacist and pharmacy students” with host and AJHP Editor in Chief Daniel Cobaugh. The information presented during the podcast reflects solely the opinions of the presenter. The information and materials are not, and are not int...

As questions about vaccines, evolving recommendations, and public health policy continue to grow, healthcare professionals and patients alike are seeking trusted information and guidance. In this episode, ASHP Executive Vice President and CEO Sam Calabrese is joined by Anna Legreid Dopp and Vicki Basalyga to discuss ASHP's position on vaccines, the advocacy and partnership efforts underway, and th...

This is second in a two-part feature on emergency medicine presentations from the ASHP Midyear Clinical Meeting. Members highlight topics such as sedation and analgesia in the setting of procedural sedation, managing patients in the emergency department in small and rural settings, and how to read and interpret echocardiograms.  The information presented during the podcast reflects solely the opin...

Despite the passage of the Inflation Reduction Act, drug prices continue to rise. How are manufacturers using the patent, drug approval process, and courts to keep drug prices high, and what are the legislative solutions to these practices?    The information presented during the podcast reflects solely the opinions of the presenter. The information and materials are not, and are not intended as,...

This podcast discusses the side effects of GLP-1 agonists and the potential for drug-drug interactions. The episode also includes a discussion on how best to manage these issues when they arise.  The information presented during the podcast reflects solely the opinions of the presenter. The information and materials are not, and are not intended as, a comprehensive source of drug information on th...

Pharmacy services can impact various facets of healthcare, including improved patient outcomes, enhanced quality and safety measures, and significant cost avoidance or reduction. Join a panel of key leaders as they share insights on identifying, quantifying, and communicating the value and impact of clinical pharmacy services. The information presented during the podcast reflects solely the opinio...

The second in a five-part series, this episode of Tools of The Trade covers different options for data ingestion. The information presented during the podcast reflects solely the opinions of the presenter. The information and materials are not, and are not intended as, a comprehensive source of drug information on this topic. The contents of the podcast have not been reviewed by ASHP, and should n...

This podcast, hosted by the Pharmacy Administration and Leadership Residents’ Collaborative (PALRC), is intended to inform listeners about opportunities and concerns in the pharmacy leadership pipeline across hospitals and health systems.  Most health-system pharmacy leaders are satisfied with their decision to pursue leadership; however, many also identify opportunities for improvement, including...

This episode will focus on reviewing the role of an emergency medicine pharmacist, as well as characteristics of an emergency medicine pharmacist that will help them succeed in their practice. CE for this episode expires 2 years after the date it was originally published. The information presented during the podcast reflects solely the opinions of the presenter. The information and materials are n...

This is first in a two-part feature on emergency medicine presentations from the 2025 ASHP Midyear Clinical Meeting & Exhibition. Members highlight their presentations including the role of bundled care in improving intracranial hemorrhage outcomes, clinical case scenarios to determine the appropriate medication, dosing strategy, and timing for magnesium, ketamine, and TXA based on patient pre...

In this podcast ASHP Vice President of Member Relations Hannah Vanderpool interviews Daniel Cobaugh on his unique career path in pharmacy, challenges he confronted and overcame as a gay man, and his role as an advocate for LGBTQ people in pharmacy.  In celebration of Pride 2026, ASHP is sharing these conversations, from our archives, with members about their lives and career journeys. The informat...