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This episode of educator essentials explores the use of escape rooms for evaluating candidates during pharmacy residency interviews. Our panelists explore this creative approach to interviewing as a way to evaluate candidates’ communication, collaboration, and clinical skills, while having fun. The information presented during the podcast reflects solely the opinions of the presenter. The informat...

A review of RSV burden of disease, changes seen in the 2021 season, barriers to vaccine development, and summary of vaccine candidates currently in phase three clinical trial. 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 conten...

As a special edition Patient Safety Awareness Week podcast, speakers discuss their work on the National Quality Forum’s Action Team on Person-Centered Medication Safety. The co-chairs of this Action Team highlight the priority challenges and recommendations for stakeholders to take away from this work. Additionally, they discuss creating meaningful partnerships with patients, families, and caregiv...

This episode shares the experiences of pharmacists that went through the Phase II Match. Listeners will learn about their pharmacy school career goals, feelings on Phase I Match Day, and how they prepared and refocused to enter into the Phase II Match.  The information presented during the podcast reflects solely the opinions of the presenter. The information and materials are not, and are not int...

Learn from experts in the field on key issues for safe neuromuscular blockade and reversal. Discussion includes Intraoperative neuromuscular monitoring, dosing of reversal agents, and reversal strategies.   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 inform...

From the 2021 Midyear Clinical Meeting, this featurette discusses the models of infusion services that health systems can provide, the implication of white bagging on patient care, and discusses the best practices in revenue cycle management related to high-cost infusion services.  The information presented during the podcast reflects solely the opinions of the presenter. The information and mater...

In this episode, we discuss one of the ways the pharmacy department at Yale New Haven Hospital has ensured technician engagement across their department. Tune in to learn about how technicians are incorporated into strategic planning for the department, and to hear a first-person technician account about the successes with this strategy. The information presented during the podcast reflects solely...

This presentation focuses on outpatient infectious diseases topics, specifically focusing on HIV prevention. Content experts discuss recent guideline updates, new medications, medication access, and implications in the outpatient setting.    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...

A conversation with the 2021-2022 Chair of the ASHP Section of Ambulatory Care Practitioners (SACP). Listeners will learn about Danny’s pharmacy practice experience, ASHP involvement, and how he’s adapted his SACP leadership term to the continued navigation of the COVID-19 pandemic.    The information presented during the podcast reflects solely the opinions of the presenter. The information and m...

In this podcast episode, we chat with Dr. Garrett Schramm, Director of Pharmacy Education and Academic Affairs at Mayo Clinic – Rochester, about the value of community-based pharmacy residencies in training future leaders. Dr. Schramm reviews his organization's pursuit of expanding available pharmacy residencies in community-based practice at Mayo, and the importance of quality training for future...

During the COVID-19 pandemic, rapid changes were needed to support fluctuating patient care needs, such as conversion of patient care units to COVID-19 care areas, transformation of level of care (e.g., general floors becoming intensive care units (ICUs)), and modifications to patient populations on units (e.g., pediatric units supporting adult patients). Listeners will learn how automated dispens...

As technology advances and you continue to automate your pharmacy, have you ever asked yourself if your software solutions are the right fit for the patient population you serve? This podcast seeks to open your eyes to potential biases that could be present in your use of artificial intelligence, machine learning, and clinical decision support. Join our mixed clinical and industrial panel of exper...

In this featurette from the 2021 Midyear Clinical Meeting, our content matter experts from St. Judes Children’s Research Hospital and Boston Children’s Hospital share how their organizations have integrated pharmacogenomics into their programs including pre-emptive testing, identifying drug-gene pairs, integration into the electronic medical records and addressing the familial implications of phar...

In this podcast, Dr. Matt Baker, Dr. Megan Musselman, Rachel Rodgers, and Dr. Richard Hellman, discuss their cross-disciplinary effort to implement continuous glucose monitoring in the inpatient setting 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 no...

Maintaining wellness throughout the pursuit of a Doctorate of Pharmacy degree is challenging. Students must have open conversations about the difficulties of staying well so that we can normalize feeling unwell. In this episode, students from across the country share their experiences and tips to encourage others to maintain healthy lives and relationships throughout their pharmacy school careers....

This podcast discusses the proposed rule change that CMS has made to Medicare Advantage and Part D around DIR Fees. Nick Gentile and Jillanne Schulte go through why this rule change was made, how it will effect ASHP members, and what ASHP members can do.   The information presented during the podcast reflects solely the opinions of the presenter. The information and materials are not, and are not...

This discussion highlights the importance of pharmacist education of patients on immunotherapy, and barriers that may prevent patients from becoming active participants in the identification and management of irAEs.   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...

This episode provides an in-depth analysis of the EMPEROR-Preserved study, including the main components of the study methodology, patient population, efficacy and safety findings, and overall clinical application. A review of SGLT2 inhibitors in HF is also covered, along with a discussion of ongoing studies. The information presented during the podcast reflects solely the opinions of the presente...

Learn from the experts what suspected allergens factor in eosinophilic esophagitis (EoE) and the role of allergy testing. Dietary interventions used in EoE are discussed, including a review of efficacy and challenges with implementation.  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 com...

In this episode, we explore the current clinical applications of poly adenosine diphosphate-ribose polymerase (PARP) inhibitors in cancer care, including their role, targeted cancers, and strategies for managing side effects of these agents. We also forecast where these agents may have additional utilization in the future.  The information presented during the podcast reflects solely the opinions...

Preparing students for introductory pharmacy practice experiences (IPPEs) can be difficult with only didactic classroom learning. An interactive skills fair can help bridge the gap between the classroom and practice, setting a foundation for successful IPPEs. In today’s episode of Educator Essentials, we’re speaking with Dr. Jacqueline Wasynczuk about how her institution helped revamp and improve...

Learn from experts in the field on key issues for safe neuromuscular blockade and reversal strategies.  Topics include discussion of the current process of neuromuscular blockade (NMB) monitoring and reversal with a focus on the anesthesiologist perspective in the operating room. Cost considerations when monitoring and reversing NMB will also be discussed.  The information presented during the pod...

This podcast episode focuses on leadership journeys of board members of state affiliate societies. Listen in to learn about the speakers’ experiences, tips, and pearls on how to become leaders in organizations. The goal is to support sharing of information with ASHP members to promote awareness of leadership opportunities and to learn how some members have chosen to be involved.   The information...

This podcast episode looks at the health equity research, the impact of the recent social justice movement on this field, and ways pharmacists can bridge gaps in access to medications, resources, and health information.  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...

This podcast episode discusses the impact of systemic racism on pain management. Speakers review current literature and how systemic racism may affect patient care.   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...