CEimpact Podcast

Urinary tract infections are among the most common conditions encountered by pharmacy teams, especially with increased attention on test-and-treat services and treatment optimization. This course reviews recent updates in the management of uncomplicated and complicated UTIs, including new treatment options and practical considerations for antimicrobial stewardship and patient care. You will be bet...

Effective preceptors recognize that learners bring diverse experiences, strengths, and learning needs to the practice setting. This course reviews practical strategies for tailoring teaching approaches, feedback, and expectations to support learners across stages of training, while also addressing psychological safety and individualized approaches to learner development. You will be better prepare...

Acne remains one of the most common dermatologic conditions encountered in pharmacy practice, making pharmacy teams an important resource for helping patients navigate treatment options and safe use. This course reviews recent updates in acne management, including new over-the-counter and prescription treatment options, practical considerations for therapy selection, and upcoming changes to the iP...

Testosterone therapy remains a frequently discussed and often controversial topic in patient care. This course reviews current perspectives on testosterone therapy, including potential benefits, safety considerations, monitoring recommendations, and areas of ongoing debate. You will be better prepared to interpret the evidence and support the safe and appropriate use of testosterone therapy in cli...

New medication approvals continue to expand treatment options across a wide range of disease states, making it essential for pharmacists to stay current with emerging therapies. This course reviews select medications approved within the past year, emphasizing their clinical applications, therapeutic roles, and important safety considerations. You will be better prepared to asse HOST Rachel Maynard...

Questions about fertility and reproductive health are increasingly common in pharmacy practice, requiring pharmacists to provide accurate, evidence-based information across a range of patient concerns. This course uses a "Top Five FAQs" format to address common fertility questions, including the impact of obesity and weight-loss medications, fertility preservation strategies, advances in...

GLP-1 receptor agonists remain an important and rapidly changing area of pharmacy practice, with new therapies, expanding indications, and evolving safety considerations shaping patient care. This course reviews recent developments in GLP-1 therapy, including newly approved medications, emerging evidence related to nutrition and oral health, and practical considerations for patient counseling and...

Children are at increased risk for medication-related harm because of developmental differences, frequent off-label medication use, and unique adverse effect profiles. The Pediatric Pharmacy Association’s updated KIDs List identifies medications and excipients that should be avoided or used with caution in pediatric patients, providing pharmacists with an evidence-based tool to support safer presc...

Balancing patient care responsibilities with teaching can be challenging, particularly in busy practice environments where time and resources are limited. This course reviews practical strategies for integrating learners into daily workflow, including delegation, layered learning, and approaches for managing multiple learners. You will be better prepared to create meaningful learning experiences w...

Cardiovascular-Kidney-Metabolic (CKM) syndrome recognizes the interconnected relationship among cardiovascular disease, kidney disease, obesity, diabetes, and other metabolic risk factors that contribute to long-term health outcomes. The first-ever CKM clinical practice guideline introduces a framework for risk assessment, staging, prevention, and management, emphasizing early identification and c...

The condition long known as polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) has been renamed polyendocrine metabolic ovarian syndrome (PMOS) to better reflect its complex endocrine, metabolic, reproductive, and mental health effects. The name change highlights a growing recognition that this condition extends far beyond ovarian findings and requires a more comprehensive approach to diagnosis, treatment, and long...

Interest in functional medicine and direct-to-consumer diagnostic testing continues to grow, shaping how many patients think about prevention, wellness, and chronic disease management. This course explores key concepts in functional medicine and examines how pharmacists can thoughtfully evaluate these approaches through an evidence-based lens. You will gain practical insight to support informed pa...

Assessing learner performance is one of the most important and challenging responsibilities of a pharmacy preceptor. This course reviews practical strategies for evaluating clinical knowledge, communication, professionalism, and other key competencies while providing meaningful feedback that supports learner growth. You will be better prepared to assess performance consistently, navigate challengi...

Skin conditions are among the most common reasons patients seek advice from healthcare professionals, creating frequent opportunities for pharmacist intervention and support. This course reviews common dermatologic conditions encountered in pharmacy practice, including eczema, poison ivy, and other minor skin conditions and infections, while exploring the pharmacist's role in screening, triag...

Pediatric irritable bowel syndrome with constipation (IBS-C) can significantly affect quality of life and presents unique treatment and counseling challenges for patients and families. This course reviews evolving management strategies for pediatric IBS-C, including newly approved treatment options and practical considerations for therapy selection. You will be better prepared to evaluate treatmen...

Skin cancer remains one of the most common cancers in the United States, making effective sun protection an important component of preventive care. This course reviews sunscreen best practices, common patient questions, and recent updates affecting sunscreen products, including the addition of a new active ingredient to the OTC sunscreen monograph. You will be better prepared to provide evidence-b...

Primary open-angle glaucoma is a progressive eye disease that can lead to irreversible vision loss without timely treatment and ongoing monitoring. This course reviews practical approaches to glaucoma management, including treatment goals, common medication options, and factors that influence adherence and long-term disease control. You will be better prepared to support patients receiving glaucom...

International travel exposes patients to a range of infectious disease risks, making pre-travel planning and vaccination an important part of patient care. This course reviews recent travel health updates, including vaccine recommendations, emerging safety considerations, and prevention strategies for common travel-related illnesses. You will be better prepared to provide evidence-based recommenda...

Deprescribing is an important component of patient care as medication regimens are reassessed to ensure ongoing appropriateness, safety, and alignment with patient goals. This course reviews key deprescribing principles, including when it may be appropriate to discontinue therapy and important considerations for patient monitoring and follow-up. You will be better prepared to support evidence-base...

Beta-blockers have long been considered a foundational therapy following myocardial infarction, yet emerging data are challenging their routine use in all patients. This course discusses recent evidence on outcomes associated with beta-blocker therapy after MI, particularly in patients without reduced ejection fraction, and explores the ongoing debate over the benefits, risks, and duration of ther...

Sexually transmitted infection (STI) management continues to evolve, with new treatment options, prevention strategies, and practice considerations that are important for pharmacists to understand. This course reviews recent updates in STI care, including newly approved oral therapies for gonorrhea and doxycycline post-exposure prophylaxis. You will be better prepared to recognize practice-relevan...

Well-designed rotation experiences are essential to developing competent and confident student pharmacists and residents. This course discusses how to structure rotations, align with institutional expectations, and create meaningful schedules, activities, and deliverables that balance service and learning, while introducing principles of deliberate practice to support ongoing skill development. Yo...

Interest in peptide therapies has grown rapidly, with increasing patient questions driven by social media, wellness trends, and evolving access through compounding and online sources. This course reviews what peptides are, the current state of evidence supporting their use, and key safety and regulatory considerations relevant to patient care. You will be better prepared to apply an evidence-based...

Antibiotics are frequently prescribed in dental care, yet evidence suggests they are often unnecessary and can expose patients to significant risks, including Clostridioides difficile infection. This course reviews appropriate antibiotic use in dental settings, including indications, preferred treatment options, and safety concerns associated with specific agents. You will be better prepared to su...

Chronic pain is a prevalent and complex condition where evidence continues to evolve around commonly prescribed therapies. This course discusses the latest systematic review comparing tramadol with placebo in adults with chronic pain, highlighting limited analgesic benefits and the balance of potential harms versus benefits that pharmacists should understand. You will gain evidence-based insights...