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How rare are rare diseases, really? Discover the critical role pharmacists play in enhancing care, advancing practice, and fostering inclusion for individuals living with rare diseases.  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....

Discover the essential contributions of pharmacists in patient care with We're Your Pharmacist, a monthly podcast from ASHP. Hosted by Rachel Hawley, this month's episode features Linda Gordon, System Director of Diversion Prevention at UC Health, as she shares insights on her pharmacy career journey, the collaborative nature of interprofessional care teams, and the growing impact of AI in pharmac...

NIOSH published an updated list of hazardous drugs in healthcare settings in December, 2024 – its first update in nearly 8 years. The new list includes significant changes that affect how USP Chapter <800> can be applied to some hazardous drugs. Experts discuss the updated list and its implications for pharmacy practice.  The information presented during the podcast reflects solely the opini...

In this episode, we explore the evolving role of pharmacy technicians and how PAI 2030 is shaping the future of pharmacy practice. Our guests discuss advanced technician responsibilities like technician product verification, regulatory compliance, and the importance of formal career paths and certifications. Tune in to hear insights on how these changes are positively impacting patient care and th...

In this podcast, Dr. Tracy Anderson-Haag, Dr. Sandra Kane-Gill, and Dr. Andrew Webb discuss the AJHP Descriptive Report, “Moving forward from Cockcroft-Gault creatinine clearance to race-free estimated glomerular filtration rate to improve medication-related decision-making in adults across healthcare settings: A consensus of the National Kidney Foundation Workgroup for Implementation of Race-Free...

Solid organ transplant pharmacy is a multi-faceted field that offers opportunities to practice in either the inpatient or outpatient setting. This discussion focuses on what the role of a transplant pharmacist may look like in an ambulatory care setting, considerations when initiating or expanding outpatient pharmacy services, as well as the potential obstacles faced by solid organ transplant phar...

Join us for a special podcast series spotlighting student member experiences at 2024 Midyear Clinical Meeting & Exhibition in New Orleans, LA. Hear perspectives from attendees as they seize opportunities to network, learn and attend residency showcase and PPS. Hear firsthand why Midyear is the place to be - there is nothing like it!  The information presented during the podcast reflects solely...

From streamlining medication management to enhancing patient care, artificial intelligence has the potential to transform pharmacy practice. This podcast will outline and discuss how artificial intelligence is and how can it be utilized within the profession of pharmacy and pharmacy education The information presented during the podcast reflects solely the opinions of the presenter. The informatio...

In this episode of We’re Your Pharmacist podcast series, ASHP sits down with Ashley Ramp, Multi-Site Director of Pharmacy at Children's Hospital Colorado. Ashley shares her journey of becoming a pharmacist, where she draws inspiration, and her experience transitioning careers from being a high school teacher to health-system pharmacist. The information presented during the podcast reflects solely...

Join us for a special podcast series spotlighting student member experiences at 2024 Midyear Clinical Meeting & Exhibition in New Orleans, LA. Hear perspectives from attendees as they seize opportunities to network, learn and attend residency showcase and PPS. Hear firsthand why Midyear is the place to be - there is nothing like it!  The information presented during the podcast reflects solely...

Join us for a special podcast series spotlighting student member experiences at 2024 Midyear Clinical Meeting & Exhibition in New Orleans, LA. Hear perspectives from attendees as they seize opportunities to network, learn and attend residency showcase and PPS. Hear firsthand why Midyear is the place to be - there is nothing like it!  The information presented during the podcast reflects solely...

Join us for a special podcast series spotlighting student member experiences at 2024 Midyear Clinical Meeting & Exhibition in New Orleans, LA. Hear perspectives from attendees as they seize opportunities to network, learn and attend residency showcase and PPS. Hear firsthand why Midyear is the place to be - there is nothing like it!  The information presented during the podcast reflects solely...

Join us for a special podcast series spotlighting student member experiences at 2024 Midyear Clinical Meeting & Exhibition in New Orleans, LA. Hear perspectives from attendees as they seize opportunities to network, learn and attend residency showcase and PPS. Hear firsthand why Midyear is the place to be - there is nothing like it!  The information presented during the podcast reflects solely...

Join us for a special podcast series spotlighting student member experiences at 2024 Midyear Clinical Meeting & Exhibition in New Orleans, LA. Hear perspectives from attendees as they seize opportunities to network, learn and attend residency showcase and PPS. Hear firsthand why Midyear is the place to be - there is nothing like it!  The information presented during the podcast reflects solely...

There’s Nothing Like It is the theme for the ASHP Midyear Clinical Meeting 2024 and there’s nothing like developing your clinical pharmacy leadership skills. Join experienced conference attendees and upcoming speakers presenting at the meeting to learn more about all Midyear has to offer!  The information presented during the podcast reflects solely the opinions of the presenter. The information a...

Antifungal therapeutic drug monitoring is a critical component of individualized, precision treatment for fungal infections and for antifungal stewardship. Antifungal therapeutic drug monitoring can help improve outcomes through minimizing toxicity associated with supratherapeutic drug levels and prevent treatment failure from subtherapeutic levels. Also, in vitro studies have shown that suboptima...

Besides remembering the counseling advice of not placing ear drops into eyes, there aren’t many ophthalmologic key points that pop into your mind. This podcast session will help open your eyes (pun intended) to commonly used eye therapies within the emergency department. The information presented during the podcast reflects solely the opinions of the presenter. The information and materials are no...

According to the CDC, nearly 42% of Americans have obesity,  with estimated medical costs of $173+ billion dollars annually. While medications to promote weight loss have become popular, it is equally important to also review current medications for those that may lend to weight gain. Optimizing these medications with weight neutral or weight negative alternatives can help patients achieve greater...

Emily Doycich sits down with VA pharmacists Susan Duquaine and Abbey Loy to discuss best practices for implementing a pharmacogenomics program withing a health system including clinical and operational considerations along with how they addressed barriers and keep up with this ever-evolving area of pharmacy practice.   The information presented during the podcast reflects solely the opinions of th...

Join us as we dive into 'Race-Based Clinical Calculations Causing Healthcare Disparities,' an essential session from the Midyear Clinical Meeting and Exhibition. We'll explore the reasons this topic matters, actionable steps listeners can take to address these disparities, and the unique benefits of attending Midyear for professional growth. Don't miss out on this critical discussion shaping the f...

The podcast will discuss optimizing the diagnosis, antimicrobial selection, and duration of therapy for adult patients with community-acquired pneumonia admitted to the hospital. This engaging conversation will bring the guidelines to life as an emergency medicine antimicrobial stewardship physician and an infectious diseases clinical pharmacist discuss navigating patients from hospital arrival th...

In this first in a series, Christi Jen and Holly Geyer sit down with Libby Johnson to discuss the creation of an opioid stewardship program, including the identification of key stakeholders, guidelines to follow as well as initial goals for a newly founded opioid stewardship program.   The information presented during the podcast reflects solely the opinions of the presenter. The information and m...

In this podcast, Dr. Andrea Sikora and Dr. Brian Murray discuss the AJHP theme issue on critical care pharmacy practice with host and AJHP Editor in Chief Dr. 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 information on this topic. The content...

Join ASHP host Cindy Von Heeringen as she discusses the 2025 ASHP Pharmacy Forecast and associated Midyear session with Joe DiPiro (Forecast Editor), Rena Gosser (Advisory Committee member), and James Hoffman (Forecast Deputy Editor).  The 2025 ASHP Pharmacy Forecast will be published in AJHP in December in conjunction with the Midyear session.    The information presented during the podcast refle...

This podcast is part of a series unpacking harmful PBM practices. The series will inform listeners about PBMs’ influence over nearly all aspects of patient care and the profession of pharmacy. The series will also identify key resources and strategies enabling pharmacy professionals to engage in effective advocacy efforts to achieve meaningful PBM reform.  In this episode, we look at the rise of s...