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Tom Kraus and Nick Gentile will be discussing the current state of ASHP’s advocacy priorities since our members went to Capitol Hill in mid-September.  They will be discussing federal provider status, protecting the 340B program, the elimination of the X waiver, and residency funding audits.   The information presented during the podcast reflects solely the opinions of the presenter. The informati...

This curated feature from the 2021 Midyear Clinical Meeting focuses on the impact that pharmacy technician vacancies have on pharmacy department operations and how Hartford Healthcare’s development of a yearlong internship with their local Community College created an effective pharmacy technician talent pipeline.  The information presented during the podcast reflects solely the opinions of the pr...

In this preview from the 2021 Midyear Clinical Meeting, our content matter experts will review the best practices for establishing a specialty patient management program, strategies for assessment, education, reassessment and identifying measures for a successful clinical pharmacy specialty service. The information presented during the podcast reflects solely the opinions of the presenter. The inf...

In this podcast we discuss the recent ruling from the Centers of Medicare and Medicaid on direct and indirect remuneration fees (DIRs). ASHP’s government relations experts and our members discuss the intent and impact of these changes for pharmacy practitioners and leaders.  The information presented during the podcast reflects solely the opinions of the presenter. The information and materials ar...

Brought to you by the Section of Clinical Specialists and Scientists, this featurette from the 2021 Midyear Clinical Meeting will review the role biomarkers play in severe asthma when selecting pharmacotherapy and how to assess the place for non-biologic add on agents in severe asthma therapy.    The information presented during the podcast reflects solely the opinions of the presenter. The inform...

This podcast focuses on the perspective of two Residency Program Directors who have extensive experience with residency training and the Match process. Speakers share their experiences and guidance on how applicants can align their expectations and goals with a program that best matches their aspirations. This podcast episode will help future applicants prepare for the process of identifying and a...

This podcast will highlight advanced roles for pharmacy technicians in outpatient primary care and anticoagulation clinics.  Listeners will learn about the work that pharmacy technicians do in these clinics and how they interact with pharmacists and patients in these settings.    The information presented during the podcast reflects solely the opinions of the presenter. The information and materia...

In this curated feature from the 2021 Midyear Clinical Meeting, our content matter expert from University of Louisville Hospital shares the organizational approach to specialized technician opportunities and advancement within a multi-site health system and technician career ladder implementation, staff perception of change, and re-assessment strategies.  The information presented during the podca...

In this podcast, Simon Taxel will discuss his experience in the prehospital setting with a brand new bupenorphine induction strategy protocol. Additional discussion on analgesia management in patients with opioid use disorder.  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...

From the great clinical content at the 2021 Midyear Clinical meeting, our content matter experts will be discussing managing transition of care in the COPD patient care population and identifying strategies to overcome the challenges that comorbidities present when managing a COPD exacerbation.  The information presented during the podcast reflects solely the opinions of the presenter. The informa...

From the 2021 Midyear Clinical Meeting, our content matter experts share their experiences with advanced pharmacy technicians in the ambulatory care setting. They will also discuss the benefits and barriers for advanced pharmacy technician roles, best practices for training, monitoring, evaluation, documentation and practice models.  The information presented during the podcast reflects solely the...

In this curated feature from the 2021 Midyear Clinical Meeting, the University of Virginia shares the role the Medication Utilization Strategy Team’s advanced technician plays in managing drug shortages, nonformulary management, recall management, and refrigerator and temperature management.  The information presented during the podcast reflects solely the opinions of the presenter. The informatio...

This podcast will discuss strategies for reducing implicit bias and increasing cultural alignment throughout the recruitment and selection processes for incoming residents.  Dr. Todd A. Walroth will share some successful recruitment elements for improving inclusion, in advance of his upcoming session during the ASHP National Pharmacy Preceptors Conference.   The information presented during the po...

In this sneak peak from the 2021 Midyear Clinical Meeting, our content matter experts review the pharmacological profiles of antipsychotic medications, describe their side effects, and how pharmacists can design a therapeutic monitoring plan for a patient receiving these medications.  The information presented during the podcast reflects solely the opinions of the presenter. The information and ma...

Hospitals that are looking for alternate ways to provide acute-level care to select patients can consider the Hospital at Home program where patients can be safely monitored and managed from their home. This podcast will review the benefits, challenges, and technologies that have been used by organizations that have successfully implemented this service.  The information presented during the podca...

Learn from experts in the field on treatment and management of C diff infection. Topics will include treatment plans and management strategies for our patients. 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 podca...

Specialty pharmacy is a rapidly growing practice area within pharmacy, and has many unique career opportunities for students and new practitioners. In this episode, pharmacy students who currently work at health system specialty pharmacies discuss their roles and experiences in specialty pharmacy. The information presented during the podcast reflects solely the opinions of the presenter. The infor...

In this featurette from the 2021 Midyear Clinical Meeting, our content matter experts compare the toxicities of immunotherapy versus chemotherapy and the timeline for these toxicities to the skin, gastrointestinal, hepatic, renal, pulmonary and endocrine systems and recommend appropriate follow-up for patients with immune-related adverse effects from endocrine systems.  The information presented d...

In this fun, informative, debate-style presentation from the 2021 Midyear Clinical Meeting, our content matter experts debate the use of gabapentin as an agent for pain in opioid-sparing multimodal pain regimens or is it a wolf in sheep’s clothing? The information presented during the podcast reflects solely the opinions of the presenter. The information and materials are not, and are not intended...

The aim of this podcast is to share the experiences and insights of two pharmacists who have transitioned between clinical practice and academia during their careers. Listeners will gain perspective on the roles/responsibilities associated with clinical versus academic positions, benefits and challenges of each, and factors that contributed to the transitions in the speakers' practice journeys.  T...

Hospitals that are looking for alternate ways to provide acute-level care to select patients can consider the Hospital at Home program where patients can be safely monitored and managed from their home.  This podcast will review the benefits, challenges, and technologies that have been used by organizations that have successfully implemented this service.  The information presented during the podc...

This podcast will review the current guidelines and summarize recent literature evaluating the use of aspirin for primary prevention. Additionally, the speakers will discuss how to talk with patients about the use of aspirin in primary prevention and when to desprescribe vs. continue therapy.   The information presented during the podcast reflects solely the opinions of the presenter. The informat...

Tom and Jillanne will discuss recent developments in manufacturer efforts to undercut the 340B program, as well as the recent Supreme Court ruling that requires CMS refund 340B underpayments to hospitals. We’ll cover ASHP’s advocacy strategy and touch on how covered entities can protect themselves in the current climate.   The information presented during the podcast reflects solely the opinions o...

Monkeypox was first detected in the United States in May and earlier in August, the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) declared monkeypox a public health emergency (PHE), signaling increased urgency as the Biden administration broadens the push to contain the virus. The World Health Organization (WHO) declared monkeypox a global health emergency on July 23, and health officials in many...

In this next episode with the Navigators, Vicki Basalyga sits down with Jason Briscoe, Director of Pharmacy Operations with Discount Drug Mart and Dave McCormick, Division Director, Immunization Division of the Indiana Department of Public Health to discuss their initial experiences with vaccination roll out at the beginning of the pandemic and the best practices they implemented to vaccinate thei...