This Week in Pharmacy

  This Week in Pharmacy --we're in #TWIRx mode, dancing with joy for the opening game of the UConn Huskies, go UConn School of Pharmacy! Today's sponsor is Independent Pharmacy Cooperative (IPC) Digital Health platform iCare+ and Happier at Home, helping pharmacies build new revenues through home care services. Perfect fit for Independent Pharmacies!  In the news, the Pennsylvania Auditor General...

Welcome to This Week in Pharmacy where we touch base on Pharmacy Times Reports on "Community Pharmacy's Existential Question: Should you Chase Product Revenues or Service Margins by Troy Trygstag PharmD. We talk about the Ohio Capital article on PBMs skimming millions of dollars from tax-payers, and Forbes reports on Mark Cuban Cost Plus Drugs is disrupting the PBM contracts and their work with Bl...

“Hey Cory, what do you do?” I am a comedian, pharmacist, author, and speaker. With the eye for detail of a pharmacist and the mind of a comedian, I am out to help others challenge the conventions and PREscriptions holding them back while adapting to the unknown and living in the moment. All while getting some laughs along the way.   Rewind to 2013, two years into my pharmacy career and there I was...

In this special episode of TWIRx hosted by pharmacists Dr. Jessica Beal-Stahl and Dr. Tamara Ruggles the focus is on burnout.  It is important to recognize early signs of burnout and implement strategies to prevent or heal from burnout.  We also explore how your unique genetics can impact your susceptibility to burnout.  Join us in the discussion of this important topic. Dr. Jessica Beal-Stahl:  l...

Pharmacists looking to enhance their knowledge about Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) can take advantage of a special two-part series from i3Health, in partnership with ConveyMed. This educational series delves into various aspects of CKD, providing comprehensive insights crucial for pharmacy professionals. Not only does this series offer valuable information, but it also includes 1.5 total continuing...

On This Week in Pharmacy we're focused on the importance of leadership in pharmacy to continue to promote improving the profession for pharmacists, technicians, and patients who rely on their pharmacist. Special guest Dr. Jerrund Wilkerson. PD, MBA. Jerrund is a healthcare executive leadership coach in Atlanta. Learn how leadership training can transform your career. Our next guest in the second h...

Special Intervieww with Ed Holt On May 8, Ed posted a sharp criticism of Governor Kemp’s veto of SB 198, a bill with broad bipartisan support that would help Georgia’s independent pharmacies. As then-President of the Georgia Pharmacy Association, Ed heard from many independents that if this bill didn’t pass it could mean the death of their stores. As the representative of GPHA, Ed felt it was his...

Shifting Your Mindset for Success with Dr. Lorenka Joseph, PharmD on 'This Week in Pharmacy' -- It's June 21st, 2024, and it's the Summer Solstice, the Longest Day of the Year occurring when one of Earth's poles is tilted toward the sun at its most extreme angle, and due to Earth's tilt, this happens twice a year.  Thanks to RxMile for sponsoring today's TWIRx, logistics strategies and technology,...

(Father's Day Special with Rachel Eury, retunring to the pods from the last Father's Day Episode on June 21, 2020) Show notes: The McKesson Idea Share 2024 is coming on June 23 - 27 in New Orleans. The Pharmacy Podcast Network will be there as press and partnering with IPC, the nation's largest buying group owned by Independent Community Pharmacies, meet us at booth # 903. We're going to be featur...

Part one, we talk with two inovators in Pharmacy Workforce and Workflow: The integration of workflow and workforce technology holds immense potential for revolutionizing pharmacy operations. By automating routine tasks, streamlining processes, and empowering pharmacy teams, these innovations enable pharmacies to operate more efficiently, reduce errors, and deliver a superior level of patient care....

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In this special episode of TWIRx hosted by pharmacists Dr. Jessica Beal-Stahl and Dr. Tamara Ruggles the focus is on burnout.  It is important to recognize early signs of burnout and implement strategies to prevent or heal from burnout.  We also explore how your unique genetics can impact your susceptibility to burnout.  Join us in the discussion of this important topic.   Dr. Jessica Beal-Stahl: ...

In this heartwarming episode of "This Week in Pharmacy", we pay tribute to the remarkable legacy of Dr. Amtus ‘Sami’ Shafiq, a visionary in the pharmacy world whose influence continues to echo through the halls of healthcare. Dr. Shafiq's daughter, Zubila Shafiq, joins us to share personal insights and celebrate her mother's posthumous recognition as one of the "50 Most Influential Pharmacy Awards...

This enlightening episode of "This Week in Pharmacy" brings together a distinguished panel of experts, featuring Dr. Bled Tanoe, Dr. Candace Olusola, and Dr. Shane Jerominski, to delve into a topic of critical importance to the pharmacy community: workforce health and preventing burnout. Amidst rising concerns over the well-being of healthcare professionals, our guests will explore the significant...

  Deborah Milito, Pharm. D. Director of Skilled Facility Consultants, Adverse Drug Reaction Coordinator and Joint Commission Performance Improvement Coordinator Dr. Milito is the Director of Clinical and Consultant Services-Skilled Division for Diamond Pharmacy Services. She also serves as the team leader for the Joint Commission’s Performance Improvement, Provision of Care, Medication Management,...

March 8th 2024: This Week in Pharmacy we talk 'Medical Science Liaisons' and  #Pharmacists  with the  The Carolan Group  --  Sarah Snyder  PharmD and  Tom Caravela ! Our special correspondence coverage from Dr.  Marci Strauss , PharmD, President of  Maryland Pharmacists Association  on State Associations and updates. On this Episode of  #TWIRx  we're reviewing the  #PBMReform  temperature heating...

TheAnswerPage is a medical education resource that has been providing the highest quality accredited education to the healthcare community for over 25 years. Recently 'The Answer Page" was approved by the New York State Office of Cannabis Management to launch “The New York Medical Cannabis Program Required Course Podcast. Access here: ConveyMED.io Founders of the Answer Page --are Stephen B. Corn,...

Andrea Thomaz CEO and Co-Founder Diligent Robots Technology Impacting Hospital Pharmacy Key Messages: Moxi has significantly improved the efficiency of medication delivery, impacting pharmacy and nursing operations in about 40% of its use cases. Moxi enhances medication administration efficiency and safety by automating delivery, reducing potential errors and delays. Moxi's design caters to the un...

We talk with Dr. Colin Banas, MD., Chief Medical Officer, DrFirst about the latest intelligence report on the state of healthcare. Nest we meet up with Dr. Christopher McCurdy, Ph. D., Professor And The Frank A. Duckworth Eminent Scholar Chair; Associate Dean For Faculty Development; Director Of The UF Translational Drug Development Core.

Guest Part one: Dr. Ashley Dwyer PharmD Dr. Ashley Dwyer is CEO/founder of TeamBDN Coaching and a former pharmacist. After going through a slew of health issues due to lifestyle factors and stress, Ashley saw firsthand just how our current medical system was flawed. This is Ashley’s return to the Pharmacy Podcast Network from her first Interview: https://pharmacypodcastnetwork.podbean.com/e/taking...

Visual design plays a crucial role in establishing a community pharmacy as a trusted and credible healthcare destination. A well-thought-out visual design can significantly impact the perception of the pharmacy and attract customers. On this episode of 'This Week in Pharmacy' we talk with award winning Pharmacy Designer Fiona Sartetto Verna and veteran pharmacy busienss marketing leader Nicolle Mc...

A new, real-world evidence study of patients with Gram-negative infections showed that early intervention with Fetroja® (cefiderocol) significantly reduced in-hospital all-cause mortality. This real-world evidence, drawn from a retrospective analysis of 275 seriously ill patients, emphasizes the critical importance of timely treatment.    The retrospective multicenter observational study showed ea...

Welcome Mike Agostino & Joe Platten with NASH – Network of Advanced Specialty Healthcare Why Travel-for-Treatment An increasing number of Americans are opting to travel abroad for their medical needs, encompassing services such as orthopedic procedures, bariatric surgery, plastic surgery and fertility treatments. Additionally, the utilization of specialty medications is increasing. These medic...

Happy Pharmacy Friday This Week In Pharmacy, our first interview is with Alexandria Arnett Pharm. D Candidate (class of 2025)  ACVP Student Pharmacist Board Member   Thank you Framework LTC for supporting our Pharmacists! Tune in to their monthly podcast at https://frameworkltc.com/podcast   Our second interview, Dr. Nhu Truong, PharmD Dr. Nhu Truong is a Functional Medicine/Holistic Practitioner,...

What is your hidden superpower? Emmy Award winning ABC News journalist and Good Morning America correspondent Adrienne Bankert has seen the power of kindness at work firsthand. We welcome Amy Terpeluk - guiding major brands, companies and nonprofits as essential pillars of hope for a brighter future. While challenges persist, their unwavering commitment, creative thinking and collaborative approac...