Pharmacy Podcast Network

Dr. Richard Harris Dr. Harris is an expert in Holistic medicine who believes that public health means - The advancement of policy and research for the benefit of society. Bio: Dr. Richard Harris is a board-certified internal medicine physician, pharmacist, and entrepreneur. Dr. Harris has a client-centric view focusing on building relationships and trust through a comprehensive lifestyle medicine...

Today's episode is a 2-part round-table discussion between Cal, Shane, and Mickey about two of the most controversial pieces of medicine known to the modern world.  This is NOT your physician's podcast. Hosts Shane Garrettson and Cal Vandergrift dive into the pharmacy world with fun, interesting, and downright weird topics! Tune in for NEW episodes, available on Spotify, Apple, Anchor, and more! C...

Growing up, Steve St. Onge saw his grandfather working in his pharmacy and thought he would follow in his footsteps. Like his grandfather, he set out to graduate from ACPHS.  But shortly later St. Onge started following a different path.  In this episode of Occupation Station, he talks about why he decided to pursue interests both in drug development and in business, ultimately adding an MBA to hi...

We are a group of practicing pharmacists throughout the U.S. who have organized a mutual aid movement entitled #PharmGradWishlist (Twitter: @PharmGradWish) that aims to support emerging pharmacist trainees who identify as BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and Persons of Color). People who identify as Black, Hispanic/Latinx, and American Indian/Alaska Native are underrepresented in the Pharmacy profession,...

Dr. Jai Patel, PharmD, BCOP, CPP Chair of Department of Cancer Pharmacology & Pharmacogenomics Dr. Jai Patel is a pharmacist who help create a pharmacogenomics fellowship which was not available at his school. He finished the Oncology/Pharmacogenomics Postdoctoral Fellowship at the UNC Eshelman School of Pharmacy. Dr. Patel: “I approached my mentor and said, ‘this is what I want to practice. I hav...

Introducing Terri Norvell -- the Inner Prize  On June 10th at 8am Pacific/11am Eastern RMS’ CLIMB welcomes back Leadership and Business Growth Expert Terri Norvell. Terri will be talking with dynamic leaders who’ll share their real-world struggles and successes with CLIMB attendees. These leadership and pharmacy industry experts will help attendees uncover what’s at the root of day-to-day challeng...

Transforming Pharmaceutical Obsolescence into Opportunity RxRise is a revolutionary marketplace platform that lists pharmaceutical manufacturers short-dated and surplus stock directly to pharmacies. Adam has gained a keen understanding of the pain points surrounding short-date and surplus products in the pharmaceutical sector. Having worked in various leadership roles in his almost 18 year pharma...

Graduating from either pharmacy or law school is an admirable achievement. Graduating from both is a rare accomplishment indeed! That’s just what 1985 ACPHS grad Scott Terrillion did, despite having more than a few people advising him against it. In this episode of Occupation Station, Scott talks about why he made such an unusual move. He says his education at ACPHS prepared him to take on the new...

Capital Rx and 3 Axis Advisors Study Finds Potential for Billions in Prescription Drug Savings With Transparent Pricing Practices Mandatory NADAC responses by pharmacies for 1,600 unique oral solid products could create additional savings of $1.5 billion over 10 years Comparing generic drug costs with NADAC and Alabama actual acquisition cost, study finds $937 million in potential annual savings a...

The American Society For Automation In Pharmacy – or ASAP – could be the pharmacy organization that most directly effects the daily practice of pharmacy.  And, it is very likely that you, as a practicing pharmacist, have never heard of this important organization.  In this episode of PharmacyCrossRoads we talk with Bill Lockwood, founder and Executive Director ASAP.  Joining in the program is Will...

When Sarah Clark was 28 years old, she received a diagnosis of premature ovarian failure. She accepted the diagnosis and had both her children through in vitro fertilization. Years later she realized the root cause of her infertility was a food intolerance. She is a certified life coach with accreditation from the International Coaches Federation and a health coach with training from the Institute...

Pharmacogenomics Education is critical to advancing the Pharmacist's optimal impact on medication management as a tool to ensure the drugs prescribed work as intended.  The State of the Industry -- Pharmacogenomics Education Clinical pharmacogenomics activities may include designing patient-specific drug and dosage regimens based on genetic profile, documenting clinical recommendations, educating...

Implementing Digital Technology Tools within Health-Systems for Improving Adherence and Patient Support Educational Objectives: At the completion of this activity, participants will be able to: Define the pharmacist’s role in implementing digital and telemedicine technologies within the health system to improve adherence and provide remote patient monitoring and management. Anthony J. Perissinotti...

Foundations of Evidence for the Use of BTK Inhibitors in B-Cell Malignancies and Management Strategies for Cardiac and Bleeding Adverse Effects Educational Objectives: At the completion of this activity, participants will be able to: Outline the efficacy of oral BTK inhibitors across B-cell malignancies including a focus on emerging clinical data Recognize pharmacists’ responsibilities for monitor...

Starting on Monday, people with iPhones will begin to see pop-up messages on their screens asking whether they will permit companies to follow them from app to app. Currently, Facebook and companies like it track the ways people use their phones, picking up bits of information such as how often they open their yoga app and what they buy at Target. Facebook then uses that information to help compan...

Deborah Bowers, PharmD, Owner Yorkville Pharmacy, York, SC Will consumers pay cash for medication advice?  Deborah Bowers, PharmD proves that they will.  As you know pharmacy owners are all being told to find ways to diversify their practice.  Deborah Bowers is one owner who has taken that advice to heart and set up a cash-pay medication consulting and health coaching business.  In this episode of...

Dr. Lisa Faast is an innovator, experienced business executive, and leader in the independent pharmacy industry. With over 20 years of experience as a pharmacy owner, consultant, compounder, and businesswoman, she is able to bring a unique perspective to the industry’s problems. Her passion is helping independent pharmacy owners thrive by focusing on diversifying and then growing revenue streams....

In today's episode, we sit down with Dr. Christina Madison, a healthcare advocate, the founder, and the CEO of the Public Health Pharmacist. She is currently the director of Roseman University of Health Sciences Covid 19 vaccine operation, logistics distribution, and administration. We talk about the stigma when it comes to mental health, the pandemic; the grief that everyone is currently facing,...

Kaylan Wetzel is my incredible accountability advisor on Team Unstoppable Kaylan Wetzel. She is also the first sales lead in the accountability division. Kaylan has helped her clients reach incredible heights. She’s helped countless clients make 6-figure launches their new norm. But, she doesn’t only serve her own clients, she is Co-Director of the Unstoppable Influencer program and a leader in th...

Introduction When you invest in technology, you have high hopes that successful adoption will lead to improved pharmacy performance. But, how do you measure successful adoption? How can you be sure your technology is making a difference? Learn how aligning with your technology partner on key clinical, operational, and business metrics at the outset of the project can set you up for long-term succe...

Have you ever played through the emotional and exciting space opera that is "Mass Effect" and wondered if the subplot of intergalactic chemical genocide was physiologically plausible? If you answered "yes" to that question, then you're in the right place. If you answered "no," then you're probably normal. This is NOT your physician's podcast. Hosts Shane Garrettson and Cal Vandergrift dive into th...

What is Patient Engagement? Patients offer different perspectives about the healthcare industry pharmaceutical companies.  Patient engagement is centered on providers and patients working together to improve health. A patient’s greater engagement in healthcare contributes to improved health outcomes. Patients want to be engaged in their healthcare decision-making process, and those who are engaged...

Background: Positive associations between medication adherence and beneficial outcomes primarily come from studying filling/consumption behaviors after therapy initiation. Few studies have focused on what happens before initiation, the point from prescribing to dispensing of an initial prescription.  Objective: to provide guidance and encourage high-quality research on the relationship between ben...

What is the Mission of TruePill? Listen in to this fascinating conversation with Dr. David Berkowitz & TruePill co-founder Sid Viswanathan.  Much of the tech stack connecting health care providers is antiquated and is in need of modernization. One of the companies helping to evolve the healthcare information highway is Truepill. Truepill got their start as the pharmacy fulfillment technology behin...

PUTTcast Episode 16: Behind The Rx Counter Life behind the pharmacy counter can be a roller coaster of stress, so how does that translate into comedy? Join host Monique Whitney, PUTT President Scott Newman, board member Lord Doctor Jeremy Counts, and PUTTcast special guest, pharmacist Maurice Shaw aka The Doctor of Comedy as they discuss retail pharmacy, patients, PBMs, and how to find the humor i...