Pharmacy Podcast Network

For over a century, the treatments and technologies used to treat diabetes have evolved. New tools are now available to aid in diabetes management and to help patients further manage and better control their glucose levels. 1,2 Through their recently announced collaboration, Dexcom and Lilly are at the forefront of enhancing diabetes care. 3 In this episode Dr. Chad Worz and guest speakers Deirdre...

Todays FutureDose.tech guest is Allen Flynn, PhD & PharmD,  Assistant Professor, Department of Learning Health Sciences at the University of Michigan.  It has been reported that 70% of pharmacists’ time is spent on non-cognitive activities such as medication distribution. As such, the industry recognizes that more automation is needed so that pharmacists and pharmacy technicians can spend more tim...

The Black Panther proves to be more medically accurate than you might think. In this episode, our hosts are joined by friend and classmate Justin Frederick to discuss the realism of the heart-shaped herb; the source of the Black Panther's powers. We discuss ayahuasca, why cat's always land on their feet, and whether or not Cal should watch "The Black Panther," (he should.) All that and more on Let...

Following the emergency authorization of the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine we spoke with two pharmacy experts in immunization to talk about what it means for pharmacists. Our guests: Michael Hogue, president of the American Pharmacists Association, Dean of the Loma Linda University College of Pharmacy, and a member of a special work group of health care leaders advising CDC on the rollout of th...

The question of acetaminophen versus ibuprofen may finally be laid to rest. A recent meta-analysis compared the efficacy and safety of ibuprofen versus acetaminophen for the treatment of fever or pain in children younger than 2 years. Is there a drug of choice? Reference: Tan E, Braithwaite I, McKinlay CJD, Dalziel SR. Comparison of Acetaminophen (Paracetamol) With Ibuprofen for Treatment of Fever...

The Future of Pharmacy Podcast, presented by Omnicell Episode 2 Advocates for Safe IV Preparation Practices Share Their Inspiration Learn how a tragic medication error helped to inspire the formation of THRIV—a safety coalition comprised of healthcare providers, consumers and technology developers. THRIV seeks to protect patients from being harmed, and to protect caregivers from unwittingly doing...

What a year 2020 has been. One thing is certain: business will never be the same again. So get ready to turn the page because 2021 is just around the corner — and it’s bringing with it all sorts of new opportunities. No more of the negative and definitely no more of the old. It is time for us to collectively look ahead. In today’s episode, we’ll discuss how journalists filter the news, what’s ahea...

Myoshia Boykin-Anderson discusses how she started her first business, how spirituality and business intersect, and why her secret lake house is so important to her. “I do not let 'no' be the final answer for me." - Myoshia Boykin-Anderson. Learn more about this episode of The Corepreneur Podcast with Anne Arvizu at www.annearvizu.com/11  This episode of the Pharmacy Podcast is sponsored by UltiGua...

On this episode of the Classy Chemist Podcast with Sarina Mughal we talk about optimal skin care & a pharmacist's insights.  Listen, learn, and share this very exciting episode introducing a fellow pharmacist and owner of a skincare brand inspired by his ethnicity and love for travel.  Sponsored by: Dilma Herbals Founder: Gaurav Gupta Website: https://dilmaherbals.co.uk/ Instagram: @dilmaherbals ...

These days, your patients may be wondering, "How many people touch these pills before I take them?!" COVID-19 has increased pressure on healthcare providers to consider the use of “touchless technology” and other best practices to reduce disease transmission and keep patients safe. This podcast episode will discuss consumer demand for 'no contact' medication packaging, and how you can differentiat...

In the never ending battle with COVID-19, new studies have demonstrated a role for IVIG in the treatment of acute COVID-19 pneumonia, the potential benefit of honey and black seed in mild to moderate COVID-19, and the efficacy of an mRNA vaccine. What does this all mean for current practice? Additional References: IVIG: Gharebaghi, N., Nejadrahim, R., Mousavi, S.J. et al. The use of intravenous im...

The Pennsylvania Pharmacists Association (PPA) Board of Directors has named Victoria E. Elliott, RPh, MBA, CAE as Chief Executive Officer.  Elliott will succeed Patricia A. Epple, CAE, who is retiring at the end of 2020. “Pat has been an outstanding leader of PPA for the last almost two decades,” said Chuck Kray, president of PPA. “She is leaving a strong organization in the hands of an equally st...

Everyone talks about clinical decision support—but what about ‘medication decision support’? Clinical decision support (CDS) gets a lot of attention, but what about “medication decision support?” Increasingly, health system leaders are putting this issue front and center, especially as it relates to medication alerts that are integrated into EHR and clinician workflows. It’s important that medicat...

In this episode of Beyond the Sig, Brooke Kulusich, a third-year student pharmacist at the University of Pittsburgh School of Pharmacy, sits down with Melissa S. McGivney, PharmD, FCCP, FAPhA who serves as Associate Dean for Community Partnerships and Professor of Pharmacy and Therapeutics at the University of Pittsburgh School of Pharmacy. As a national leader in advancing  pharmacist-provided pa...

Medication adherence has proven challenging for many individuals during the coronavirus pandemic. For all the convenience offered by virtual visits, they make it more difficult to administer injections or assess how patients are responding to medication. Difficulty obtaining refills or necessary lab work can be barriers to medication adherence, as well. Care coordination is especially important no...

In January 2020, a front page article in the New York Times by Ellen Gabler hit the pharmacy profession like a thunderbolt: How Chaos at Chain Pharmacies is Putting Patients at Risk. For many pharmacists, every word of it rang true - and propelled Wes Hickman from obscurity to pharmacy celebrity. Dr. Hickman’s posts on the social media platform Reddit, announcing his decision to go out on his own,...

We welcome our newest host, pharmacy student at the University of Pittsburgh School of Pharmacy ‘22 Ms. Brooke E. Kulusich Brooke mentions: "Throughout pharmacy school, my passion for patient care has remained the driving force in my career. I have gained a deep appreciation for the vital role of pharmacists in the community and have been inspired to scale my impact beyond the individual patient l...

"Twenty minutes is an eternity in our business, where literally every second counts," says Priyank, who owns three pharmacies in New York: one in the Bronx and two in Yonkers. "The Real-Time Prescription Benefit solution has essentially solved this problem for us, while at the same time, providing a much better experience for our patients." Priyank says his road to pharmacy ownership felt inevitab...

Atopic Dermatitis is not extensively taught in pharmacy curriculum. With several international medical societies publishing updated guidelines and newly approved medications, it's time for a review. Clinicians can learn ways to help treat patients under the skin. This episode is accredited for CPE. Subscribe at CEimpact (https://www.ceimpact.com/pharmacist) and claim your CE today! The CE for this...

Medical PotCast host Joe Friedman interviews Cannabis Industry Consultant Shanna Perry. For the last 10 years, Shanna Perry has been entrenched in the American cannabis industry. Ms. Perry has lived and worked in West Palm Beach, Los Angeles, Denver, New York City and in Las Vegas. After earning her degree in audio engineering and broadcasting, Ms. Perry served as Director of Events for five CBS A...

Genetic mutations can result in anything from different hair colors to conditions like muscular dystrophy or cystic fibrosis, but did you know that the hands of fate can also dole out genetic superpowers? In this episode, our non-GMO hosts discuss three genetic mutations that result in abilities some consider to be... unnatural. This is NOT your physician's podcast. Hosts Shane Garrettson and Cal...

The future of healthcare is precision dosing of medications guided by biosensors and other patient specific factors. The future of community pharmacy may include experts in 3D printing of medications who are remotely monitoring populations and crafting precise doses. Alvaro Goyanes, is the Co-Founder and Director of Development for FabRx a medication 3D printing company. FabRx has created user fri...

The opioid epidemic is helping reduce prescriptions for opioid-based pharmacotherapy. However, parallel to this drop has been an increase in gabapentin and pregabalin prescriptions.  Why has this occurred and what should the clinician know about this phenomenon? Additional Resources/References: Trends, Patient and Prescriber Characteristics in Gabapentinoid Use in a Sample of United States Ambulat...

In this episode of Beyond the Sig, Brooke Kulusich, a third-year student pharmacist at the University of Pittsburgh School of Pharmacy, chats with Deborah Bowers, pharmacist and owner of Yorkville Pharmacy in York, South Carolina, and Cheri Schmidt, Director of Clinical Pharmacy at Medicap Pharmacy in Ames, Iowa. These CPESN luminaries talk medication synchronization, expanding the roles of pharma...

All in for Specialty: How to Make Lasting Change in Patients’ Lives through Industry Standards and Guidance.” Participants are: Lee Ann Stember, President & CEO of NCPDP Sheila Arquette, President & CEO of National Association of Specialty Pharmacy Sponsored by: UltiGuard Safe Pack is the only pen needle product that comes with an all-in-one sharps container. Learn more about why UltiGuard Safe Pa...