Pharmacy Podcast Network

Independent pharmacy owners face unique challenges. On this episode of Counter Talk™ Podcast, host Jason Callori speaks with Jason Kizer, PharmD, owner of Kizer Pharmacy, about revitalizing your pharmacy's culture.                                                                                                                                                                                         ...

🎙️ Featured Guests: John Covello – Independent Pharmacy Cooperative (IPC) Garth Reynolds – Illinois Pharmacists Association (IPhA) Illinois pharmacy owners, this episode is for you. With the passage of HB 1697, a $70 million lifeline is now available to support independent pharmacies across the state—but the clock is ticking. The October 31st deadline is critical. Covello and Reynolds break down:...

The host has been a community pharmacy advocate for 22 years. Always looking for ways to help community pharmacies be more profitable. The guest is an experienced Pharmacist with a demonstrated history of working in the pharmaceutical industry. Skilled in Diabetes, Pharmacy Practice, Community Pharmacy, and Clinical Pharmacology.

This podcast is sponsored by YARAL Pharma.  In this episode, we are focusing on the management of hypothyroidism -- a treatable, but not curable condition – and will explore unique challenges for patients with hypothyroidism in long-term care – from tolerability and formulation considerations to consistent dosing and patient needs. Dr. Tamara Ruggles is not affiliated with YARAL Pharma. All views...

In part one of our special three-part series, join host Todd Eury as he takes you inside the 2025 FrameworkLTC Innovation Conference. Recorded live on-site, this episode features conversations with long-term care (LTC) pharmacy leaders, partner exhibitors, and members of the SoftWriters team. Hear firsthand insights and success stories that highlight innovation, collaboration, and the future of LT...

In this episode of The Executive Dose, host Stephen Beckman, CEO of YARAL Pharma , sits down with Tom Napolitano, Senior Vice President and General Manager of Real Value Rx. With more than 30 years of experience across distribution, purchasing, and pharmaceutical operations, Tom brings unmatched perspective on how strategy, partnerships, and execution define success in the pharmacy supply chain. G...

REFERENCES 1. Miller RV. Tylenol autism lawsuit. Lawsuit Information Center. September 21, 2025. Accessed September 25, 2025.  https://www.lawsuit-information-center.com/tylenol-autism-lawsuit.html 2. Gerstein AS, Niederhelman EF. Harvard’s public health dean was paid $150,000 to testify Tylenol causes autism. The Harvard Crimson. September 24, 2025. Accessed September 25, 2025.  https://www.thecr...

Celebrating the Launch of American Pharmacists Month 2025 “Caring for our Communities” This Week in Pharmacy (TWIRx) Friday, October 3, 2025 Episode Overview Today marks the kickoff of American Pharmacists Month 2025, a time to recognize the essential role pharmacists play across all healthcare settings. This special TWIRx episode spotlights leaders and innovators shaping pharmacy practice, techno...

Tune in to a multi-episode recap of the Retail Business Conference with returning special guest host Adam Robinson, Owner of Save-Rite Drugs in Lexington, Kentucky. Receive the highlights from Cardinal Health customers, employees, services and more at RBC 2025. The final episode's topic is on the importance of celebrating women in pharmacy, elevating your leadership skills, differentiating in the...

In this episode, Tamara sits down with Carrie Krebs, PharmD, to talk about the important role pharmacists play in hospice care. Together, they cover commonly used medications, key regulations, deciding when to stop certain drugs, and more. Carrie also opens up with a personal story about her own loved one’s hospice journey.

Financial pressures, reimbursement challenges, and adapting to new regulations Brian reflects on his transition from VP at Bi-Mart to owner of Caris Pharmacy, sharing insights on managing margins, operations, and strategy Spotlight on Indiana’s Disclosure of Actual Acquisition Cost (Indiana Code § 27-1-24.2) effective Jan 1, 2026, and what it means for independents and regional chains alike

This episode dives into the future of pharmacy through the lens of pharmacogenomics (PGx). Dr. Melissa Smith speaks with Dr. Vanessa Lesneski about the steep decline in pharmacy school enrollment and how PGx could reignite interest in the profession. They explore how PGx has rapidly evolved from an elective to a core component of pharmacy education, the rise of certification and training pathways,...

On "This Week in Pharmacy" for September 26th, we're talking about Trust in Healthcare, World Pharmacists Day, and Cell & Gene Therapy. Today's co-host is Dr. Melissa Smith, PharmD CPH with Florida PGx Consulting LLC.  https://www.floridapgxconsulting.com/   First, #TWIRx News - the FDA approves Inluriyo imlunestrant on 9/25/2025 which is to treat estrogen receptor-positive, human epidermal gr...

Tune in to a multi-episode recap of the Retail Business Conference with returning special guest host Adam Robinson, Owner of Save-Rite Drugs in Lexington, Kentucky. Receive the highlights from Cardinal Health customers, employees, services and more at RBC 2025.  Episode Breakdown • Remote Pharmacy Support Services – Learn how independent pharmacies can overcome staffing challenges while lowering c...

In this episode of the NASP Podcast, Sheila Arquette, President & CEO of NASP, sits down with Trey Holterman, CEO and Co-Founder of Tennr, a healthcare referral automation platform. They explore Tennr’s journey from startup to industry leader and how focused technology speeds patient access, with a look towards what the future holds for patient engagement and care personalization.

NOW, NEW, NEXT: NACDS TSE 2025 in Sunny San Diego was a bustling event filled with information and insights on whats happening NOW, what's NEW, and what comes NEXT!   Guests: Andy Crawford - Keysource Lou Ann Myers - Outcomes Crystal Lennartz - President, Health Mart Steven Anderson - CEO, NACDS

Tune in to a multi-episode recap of the Retail Business Conference with returning special guest host Adam Robinson, Owner of Save-Rite Drugs in Lexington, Kentucky. Receive the highlights from Cardinal Health customers, employees, services and more at RBC 2025.  On Episode Two, Adam dives into Cardinal Health solutions and services: •        Reconciliation (Recon) - 01:10 •        Reimbursement Co...

This episode of Essential unpacks FDA confusion, California’s latest compounding curveball, and pharma-fueled myths about GLP-1s. We spotlight APC’s advocacy wins on Capitol Hill and why pharmacy tours pack political punch. Plus, the FDA’s eyebrow-raising move to reclassify natural thyroid products — and why it matters for patients everywhere. News item about California reg:  https://a4pc.org/news...

NOW, NEW, NEXT: NACDS TSE 2025 in Sunny San Diego was a bustling event filled with information and insights on whats happening NOW, what's NEW, and what comes NEXT! Thank you  NimbleRx  for Sponsoring this episode!   Guests:  Scott Von Deylen - NimbleRx  Chris Cielewich - FLAVORx Sara Roszak - NACDS Brian Hose & Peter Starfas - Epic Pharmacies   

It was truly an honor and a great pleasure to talk to a well-respected colleague and friend about his experience as both a pharmacist and an expert in the natural products field. He is a true embodiment of the Myth, Man and Legend. Tune in to learn more about filling in the gaps in the current healthcare climate by utilizing evidence-backed  nutraceuticals. Dr. Jeffery A. Johnson, ND, PharmD, RPh,...

NOW, NEW, NEXT: NACDS TSE 2025 in Sunny San Diego was a bustling event filled with information and insights on whats happening NOW, what's NEW, and what comes NEXT! Thank you KeySource for Sponsoring this episode!   Guests:  Andy Crawford - KeySource Arman Ameri - Salvatore Consumer Products Campbell Atkinson - AFT Pharmaceuticals Frank Harvey - CEO Surescripts Ken Thai - 986 Pharmacy Group Lara L...

Inmar Intelligence is a data-driven technology company that provides solutions for retail, healthcare, and supply chain industries. They specialize in optimizing promotions, managing digital couponing, and offering point-of-sale analytics for retailers. In healthcare, they focus on pharmaceutical returns, claims processing, and marketing. In supply chain, they help with inventory management and re...

Guest Speakers: Ketan Mehta, CEO, PrimeRx David Kirkus, Vice President of MARKET, PrimeRx KEY TAKEAWAYS: PrimeRx is the first pharmacy software to embed a real-time marketplace into dispensing. Pharmacies gain cost control, supply diversification, and workflow efficiency. This innovation comes at a critical time as tariffs and economic pressures escalate.

This is a fascinating podcast episode from Dr. Lipid himself on desmosterol.  What is it?  How do we measure it?  Why should we care? Pharmacists are well-positioned to guide patients in understanding the role of desmosterol, how medications may influence its levels, the options for measuring it, and the steps to take if levels are too high or too low. Dr. Thomas Dayspring: linkedin.com/in/thomas-...

In this episode of the NASP Podcast, Sheila Arquette, President & CEO of the National Association of Specialty Pharmacy, sits down with Hillary Gretton, Director of Data Strategy at Claritas Rx. Together, they explore today’s challenges in market access and patient journey analytics, and how Access Analytics is helping specialty pharmacies, payers, and partners tackle these barriers. The conve...