Pharmacy Podcast Network

Dr. Karen Switkowski is an epidemiologist with training in nutrition and public health. She is a Senior Research Scientist in the Department of Population Medicine at Harvard Pilgrim Health Care Institute and a Principal Associate at Harvard Medical School. Dr. Switkowski works with Project Viva, an ongoing longitudinal study following a cohort of mother-child pairs from pregnancy through young ad...

Late in 2023 the FDA put a hold on the enforcement of the Drug Supply Chain Security Act.  Unfortunately, too many pharmacy owners thought that meant they could relax.  Not so according to two industry experts.  In this podcast they explain the delay in enforcement was necessary because too many companies were not ready to comply.  Now, with more time to prepare it is hoped pharmacies will work wi...

Respiratory illness cases rapidly growing. Nasal congestion – many factors cause inflammation and result in mucus formation, bacteria, viruses. The nose is a filter – doing a huge job. This is why cleaning and moisturizing the nose is so important. Pharmacists are leading healthcare – educating patients and being a resource for the communities they serve. Pharmacists are working with their communi...

From DIR fees, hangovers and lawsuits, to “delinking” legislation, state-level victories, and federal agency scorecards - join co-hosts Monique Whitney and Lauren Young as they break down PBM reform in the new year, how it can affect independent pharmacies, and how it would benefit everyone.   Special Guests: Greg Reybold, General Counsel, APCI & Steve Moore, Owner, Condo Pharmacy

In this episode, host Dr. Danielle Plummer, PharmD, engages in an enlightening discussion with Dr. Nadia Archambault, a pharmacist and certified sex therapist. Together, they demystify crucial aspects of maternal sexual health, including intimacy during pregnancy, regaining physical connection with a partner after pregnancy and finding confidence in your postpartum body. Dr. Archambault addresses...

An Exclusive Series on COVID-19 (Part 2)  Ravina Kullar, PharmD, MPH, FIDSA , an Infectious Disease pharmacist and Epidemiologist, spoke with Pharmacy Podcast Network (PPN) founder and CEO, Todd Eury, about the importance of remaining vigilant against COVID-19 and staying up to date with vaccinations. Dr. Kullar specifically touched on anti-microbial resistance, which arises from an overutilizatio...

Dr. Karen Switkowski is an epidemiologist with training in nutrition and public health. She is a Senior Research Scientist in the Department of Population Medicine at Harvard Pilgrim Health Care Institute and a Principal Associate at Harvard Medical School. Dr. Switkowski works with Project Viva, an ongoing longitudinal study following a cohort of mother-child pairs from pregnancy through young ad...

Ibogaine References: Alper K, et al. Ibogaine: Scientific Literature Overview. International Center for Ethnobotanical Education. 2012. Available at: chrome-extension://efaidnbmnnnibpcajpcglclefindmkaj/ https://www.iceers.org/Documents_ICEERS_site/Scientific_Papers/ibogaine/ICEERS2012_Ibogaine_literature_compilation.pdf Corkery JM. Ibogaine as a Treatment for Substance Misuse: Potential Benefits a...

Let’s clear the smoke on Cannabis, all things Cannabis and Cannabinoids. Time for a higher education! On this episode of the Pain Pod, Mark “Pain Guy” Garofoli will cover the history, botancy, regulations, pharmacology, and clinical utilizations of Cannabis, THC, and CBD.  You’re not going to want to miss this one! Come one, come all, to the Pain Pod!!! Pain Guy • www.painguy.us Cannabis History •...

In Episode 8 of FrameworkFocus, Dr. Mark Fulton interviews TJ Griffin, Chief Clinical Officer at PharMerica, in a fast-paced exploration of the LTC pharmacy landscape in 2024. PharMerica is a national leader in pharmacy services, serving our partners in over 3,100 long-term care, senior living, IDD/behavioral health, home infusion, specialty pharmacy, and hospital management programs. In this conv...

Season’s greetings everyone! The holiday season is upon us, and with it, the dawn of a new year. I can’t think of a better episode to wrap up the 6th season of the Holistic Pharmacy Podcast than what you’re about to hear. My guest has a bunch of treats for us in store, filled with juicy and relatable information, the most important being that healing is within. You heal you, no one else. PERIOD. I...

Welcome to the Sports Pharmacy Podcast. Here we explore the fascinating realm of sports and health, with a particular focus on sport management and the development of human potential through athletic participation. This episode features a lively conversation between Dr. H and Dr. Jules Woolf, a distinguished assistant professor in the department of Recreation, Sports and Tourism at the University...

Prepare to get an exclusive sneak peek into the future of our brands as Yasir Sacranie and I lay out our plans for creating a new era of digital health content. Imagine having a separate YouTube channel and social media accounts, all brimming with enriching content about health, well-being, and productivity. I reveal my plans to design a riveting digital course and an enlightening podcast mastercl...

Come visit us at the roundtable and bring your most difficult questions about DIR fees, Medical at Home, and how to utilize automation to maximize profit. Guests: Thomas McDowell of McDowells Pharmacy and Happier at Home Tim Mitchell of Mitchell’s Pharmacy Lisa Faast of DiversifyRx Scotty Sykes, CPA, CFP of Sykes & Company, P.A. Ronna Hauser, PharmD, Senior Vice President, Policy and Pharmacy...

Jade Schuckman owns Medicine Plus Pharmacy in Bedford, Indiana.  He is a superstar when it comes to drug nutrient depletion.  Chris Cornelison has created a line of supplements that Schuckman promotes.  In this episode they share information on the what, why and how of selling supplements and propose two things are essential. First quality products; and, second and well organized system.  In this...

Hey everyone, we are entering one of my favorite seasons of the year, and are just coming off the whimsical shenanigans of Halloween, which is my son’s favorite holiday. And I have just a delightful treat for you in store today, where I interview one of my colleagues and student ambassadors for my Herbal Training program. Dr. Sarah Shore Anderson is the founder of ThriveRx Consulting, LLC. She des...

In the first quarter of 2024, pharmacies will be hit by existing DIRs from 2023 PLUS the transparent new DIR fees that occur at the point of sale. This means pharmacies will be paying significantly higher DIR fees than normal for the first part of 2024 until all of the retroactive fees have been paid. This will have a significant impact on cash flow.

In this episode: Why the pharmacy profession can be negative Understanding that there are external forces that challenge our profession How can we be the change we wish to see in the pharmacy profession How to focus on our career direction and not be derailed by negativity References: Book - The Power of Positive Thinking by Dr. Norman Vincent Peale Visit  www.katrinaazer.com  to find out how I ca...

Balancing a full-time career, managing parenting duties, and running this podcast has been a rollercoaster ride of trials and triumphs. I've been lucky to have the unwavering support of my husband, Sunjay Vyas, and it's this love that has helped me juggle it all, a story I share in this episode with my guest, Yasir Sacranie, CEO of MicroPharm. We travel down our individual entrepreneurial journeys...

Hey everyone, I’m back this week with a very special guest and fellow podcaster, who is passionate about promoting the pharmacy profession and transforming healthcare. She is the founder of Talk to Your Pharmacist, which has over 250 episodes highlighting successful pharmacy leaders and sharing about current healthcare trends. Her interest in leadership inspired her to author How Pharmacists Lead:...

#Pharmageddon pharmacy walkouts and an unpacking of the overall business of the industry of pharmacy from the perspective of pharmacist and podcast host of The Business of Pharmacy Podcast, Mike Koelzer, BPharm. ----- Podcast guest application:  https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeMUn7ug89jAYra8rQrOWunv5i86ptm5givmF2rhZm2iJINbQ/viewform Pharmacy story submissions:  https://docs.google.com/f...

Functional Pharmacy Podcast: Robert Kress, Functional Pharmacist, and Dr Kay Corpus MD, How a Pharmacist and Doctor provide the ultimate patient care relationship.   Over 50 years of combined practice, Robert Kress and Kay Corpus have brought their love for medicine, passion for helping people, and intent on personal growth and career satisfaction in working side by side in an integrative and func...

Dr. Dan Hussar, Dean Emeritus, Remington Professor Emeritus, & author of  The Pharmacist Activist  joins the PUTTcast this month to share his thoughts on the evolution of pharmacy & pharmacy education, present “moral injuries” to the industry, and why, according to him, independent pharmacists are the heart and soul of the pharmacy profession.

Tamara and Scott discuss how 2023 went for both the LTC Pharmacy Podcast but also in their professional and personal lives.  Then, they discuss the exciting news of what is coming in 2024 for the LTC Pharmacy Podcast!  Lots of good memories, fun, and laughs were had on this episode, so tune in. Tamara and Scott want to extend a heartfelt thanks to all the incredible and amazing listener base for t...

Scott Von Deylen, NimbleRx's new V.P. Sales, shares how this new company has created a new revenue service opportunity to pharmacy owners.  This web based service allows consumers to request refills, and pay for their prescriptions and OTC items, from the convenience of their mobile phone or computer. Von Deylen explains how the company can provide the service free to pharmacy owners and how parti...