S1 Ep232: Public Health Matters - Advancing Health Equity
In this episode of Public Health Matters, host, Dr. Christina Madison, engages in a profound discussion with Dr. Noha Abolelata, from the Roots Community Health Center in Oakland, California. Together, they explore the critical topic of health equity, discuss the persistent racial disparities within health care, and shed light on the essential work of supporting individuals transitioning out of...
50m Oct 05, 2023
50m
S1 Ep232: Pharmacy Focus: Policy Edition - Navigating Provider Status: Challenges, Implications, and Advocacy in Pharmacy
In this episode of Pharmacy Focus: Policy Edition, we delve into the intricacies of provider status for pharmacists, including challenges that have hindered pharmacists from attaining this recognition, the recent legislative strides, and the far-reaching implications for the field. Our guest, Ron Lanton III, Esq from Lanton Law, lends his expertise to shed light on the financial impacts and eff...
13m Oct 02, 2023
13m
S1 Ep235: Pharmacy Focus: Turning the Tide On Obesity - Episode 3
In this final episode, we spoke with Claudia Fox, MD, MPH, FAAP, an associate professor of pediatrics at the University of Minnesota Medical School in Minneapolis. Fox reviews potential pharmacotherapy and surgical interventions for children with obesity, and discusses potential concerns from parents about the long-term impacts.
25m Sep 28, 2023
25m
S1 Ep234: Independent Rx Forum - Charting the Course of Community Pharmacies
In this episode of the Independent Rx Forum, Doug Hoey, CEO of the National Community Pharmacists Association, engages in a compelling conversation with Lynne Fruth, president of Fruth Pharmacy. Together, they delve into the trajectory of independent and community pharmacies, emphasizing their significance and profound impact on local communities. Key Takeaways The Landscape of Independent an...
45m Sep 26, 2023
45m
S1 Ep234: AAPT Hosts Fall Seminar for Pharmacy Technicians
In this episode of Pharmacy Focus, we turn the spotlight on the American Association of Pharmacy Technicians (AAPT) and their highly anticipated Fall Seminar. Interviewees Judy Neville from AAPT and Wesley Sparkmon, Assistant Professor at Creighton University, discuss the intricacies of this seminar, its pivotal sessions on pharmacy technicians, and the critical topics of expanding roles, motiv...
24m Sep 22, 2023
24m
S1 Ep231: Public Health Matters - A Conversation for Sexual Health Awareness Month
In this illuminating episode of Public Health Matters, host Dr. Christina Madison engages in a candid discussion with Amy-Marie Merrell to commemorate Sexual Health Awareness Month. Delving deep into the often-overlooked intersection of sex work and women's health, this conversation sheds light on crucial public health matters. Key Topics Women's sexual health: an essential yet frequently mar...
35m Sep 21, 2023
35m
S1 Ep233: Pharmacy Focus: Student Edition - Fostering Inclusivity: Scholarships for Black Student Pharmacists
In this episode of Pharmacy Focus: Student Edition, we dive deep into the world of scholarships designed to support Black student pharmacists. Guests Jenni Zilka and Samarah, a P2 student at the University of Toledo, discuss the Good Neighbor Pharmacy and Cencora scholarship funds. They discuss the significance in fostering inclusivity and the pivotal role of representation in the field of phar...
15m Sep 18, 2023
15m
S1 Ep230: Pharmacy Focus: Turning the Tide On Obesity - Episode 2
In this episode, we spoke with an expert about the potential impacts of new guidelines on adolescents, as well as the risks associated with new anti-obesity drugs.
23m Sep 13, 2023
23m
S1 Ep229: Pharmacy Focus: Psychedelic Pharmacy - Ibogaine Offers Unique Benefits
This month, we spoke with Glenn Short, PhD, senior vice president of Early Development at atai Life Sciences, about an under-discussed psychedelic drug: ibogaine. Although it has some daunting adverse effects, Short said ibogaine offers unique biological and therapeutic effects.
19m Sep 08, 2023
19m
S1 Ep226: Pharmacy Focus - Women in Clinical Trials, Decentralized Clinical Trials
On this episode of Pharmacy Focus, Harsha Rajasimha, PhD, MS, founder and CEO of Jeeva Informatics Solutions, discusses the importance of representation of women and minority groups in clinical trials and how decentralized clinical trials could be used to address gender disparities.
22m Sep 08, 2023
22m
S1 Ep225: Public Health Matters - Current Issues in Oncology Space
On this episode of Public Health Matters, Christina Madison, PharmD, FCCP, AAHIVP, spoke with Ryan Haumschild, PharmD, MS, MBA, to discuss current issues in oncology, including drug shortages and patient access. Ryan Haumschild, PharmD, MS, MBA, is the director of pharmacy services at Emory Healthcare and Winship Cancer Institute in Atlanta, Georgia.
33m Sep 07, 2023
33m
S1 Ep228: Pharmacy Focus: Policy Edition - Michigan Pharmacists' New Authority in Vaccination and Testing
In this episode of Pharmacy Focus: Policy Edition, we delve into the significant developments brought about by Michigan Senate Bill 219. The bill marks a pivotal moment for pharmacists in the state as they embrace expanded responsibilities, now empowered to not only administer, but also order and prescribe tests and vaccines. We are joined by Ron Lanton III, Esq, a partner at Lanton Law and a l...
8m Sep 05, 2023
8m
S1 Ep227: Pharmacy Focus: Turning the Tide of the Obesity Epidemic
In this limited series, we speak with experts to understand the new frontier of anti-obesity drugs, as well as concerns and questions that still remain.
34m Aug 30, 2023
34m
S1 Ep224: Dangers of Drug Diversion for Health Care Professionals
In this week's episode of Pharmacy Focus, Tom Knight, founder and CEO of Invistics, now part of Wolters Kluwer, discusses the dangers of drug diversion and how this could negatively impact affect patients and health care professionals.
15m Aug 25, 2023
15m
S1 Ep223: Independent Rx Forum - Advocating for State Policy Changes
On this episode of Independent Rx Forum, Jack Mozloom from the National Community Pharmacists Association (NCPA) is joined by Joel Kurzman and Belawoe Akwakoku from the State Government Affairs Program at NCPA. They discuss how pharmacists can advocate for policy changes at the state level. For more information about NCPA membership or the NCPA Annual Convention, please visit www.ncpa.org (htt...
29m Aug 22, 2023
29m
S1 Ep222: Pharmacy Focus: Oncology Edition - PARP Inhibitors Are Changing the Game in Prostate Cancer
This month, we spoke with Cassia Griswold, PharmD, a clinical oncology pharmacist at Mayo Clinic Arizona. Griswold discussed the latest updates from ASCO in PARP inhibitors for prostate cancer, as well as what's on the horizon in this quickly-evolving treatment space.
24m Aug 21, 2023
24m
S1 Ep221: What to Know About the Approval of Lecanemab-irmb
In an interview with Pharmacy Times, Nikhil Palekar, MD, director of the Stony Brook Center of Excellence for Alzheimer Disease, director of the Stony Brook Division for Geriatric Psychiatry, and director of the Stony Brook Alzheimer Disease clinical trials program, discussed the FDA approval of lecanemab-irmb (Leqembi, Eisai) and what this means for those who have Alzheimer Disease. Although ...
17m Aug 04, 2023
17m
S1 Ep220: Public Health Matters - Women Empowerment and Cosmetic Products
On this episode of Public Health Matters, Christina Madison is joined by Joy Hoover, founder of Esōes Cosmetics, where they discuss empowering women and cosmetics. Joy Hoover is an executive leader and organizational development authority known as a thought partner, consultant, and speaker, digitally, on-air and in-person. As a safety activist for the last 13 years, Joy has been a tireless cha...
44m Aug 03, 2023
44m
S1 Ep219: Independent Rx Forum - Community Pharmacies as Health Care Destination
John Beckner from the National Community Pharmacists Association speaks with Ben McNabb, PharmD, owner and founder of LOVE OAK pharmacy, and Mayank Parikh, co-founder of Super Health Pharmacy, about pharmacies becoming a major health care destination for patients. The NCPA Convention is Oct. 14-17, in Orlando, FL. Registration is open now. Get all the info at http://www.NCPA.org
31m Jul 25, 2023
31m
S1 Ep218: Pharmacy Focus: Psychedelic Pharmacy - Digital Therapeutics in Psychedelic Medicine
This month, Ashley Gallagher sat down with David Keene, vice president of Digital Therapeutics at atai Life Sciences, to discuss the growth and future of digital therapeutics.
20m Jul 14, 2023
20m
S1 Ep217: What Pharmacists Should Know About Board of Pharmacy
On this episode, we spoke with Lucas Morgan, Esq, a partner at Frier Levitt, about how to navigate the Board of Pharmacy as a pharmacist.
22m Jul 07, 2023
22m
S1 Ep217: Public Health Matters - Discussing Charitable Pharmacies
On this episode of Public Health Matters, Christina Madison spoke with Lydia Bailey, PharmD, BCACP, pharmacy operations manager for St. Vincent de Paul Charitable Pharmacy in Cincinnati, Ohio about what charitable pharmacies are. Lydia Bailey, PharmD, BCACP, is the Pharmacy Operations Manager for St. Vincent de Paul (SVDP) Charitable Pharmacy in Cincinnati, Ohio. The SVDP Charitable Pharmacy o...
40m Jul 06, 2023
40m
S1 Ep216: Independent Rx Forum - NCPA Convention 2023
On this month's episode, Bri Morris, PharmD, director of strategic initiatives at the National Community Pharmacists Association (NCPA), spoke with Travis Wolff, PharmD, BCACP, owner of Med-World Pharmacy and Apothecary Pharmacy, and Jen Palazzolo, RPh, owner of Flatirons Family Pharmacy about being an independent pharmacy owner and the upcoming NCPA Convention in 2023. The NCPA Convention wil...
47m Jun 27, 2023
47m
S1 Ep215: Pharmacy Focus: Oncology Edition - A Look Into Psychedelic Medicines for Oncology Care
This month, we have a special crossover episode between Pharmacy Focus: Oncology Edition and the Psychedelic Pharmacy podcast. Managing Editor Alana Hippensteele spoke with Anthony L. Back, MD, to learn about research into psychedelic medicine in cancer care and what he sees in the future. As psychedelic medicine comes further into cancer care, pharmacists will play a vital role in the interdis...
13m Jun 26, 2023
13m
S1 Ep214: How to Identify and Help Underserved Patients
On this month, we spoke to April Gill, chief commercial officer at Tabula Rasa HealthCare, about how to identify underserved patients and address social determinants of health.
13m Jun 09, 2023
13m
S1 Ep209: Public Health Matters - Advocating for Patients, Impacting Public Health
On this episode, host Dr. Christina Madison speaks with Sandra Leal, PharmD, MPH, FAPhA, Vice President of pharmacy innovations for CVS Health, about advocating for patients and how that impacts public health.
36m Jun 08, 2023
36m
S1 Ep213: Pharmacy Focus: Student Edition - Creatives in Pharmacy
On this episode, we spoke with Sue Ojageer, PharmD, a clinical pharmacist and STEM children's book writer, about a new coloring book she created to explore different pharmaceutical career paths.
9m May 30, 2023
9m
S1 Ep212: BONUS: American Association of Pharmacy Technicians Convention 2023
On this bonus episode, Pharmacy Times spoke with Chris Zaleski from the University of Nebraska Medical Center and James Sullivan, MD, from the Methodist Health System, about their presentations at the American Association of Pharmacy Technicians Convention 2023.
22m May 24, 2023
22m
S1 Ep211: Independent Rx Forum - Congressional Trends on PBM Reform
In this episode, Anne Cassity, JD, senior vice president of Public Affairs at the National Community Pharmacists Association (NCPA), Adam Harbison, MSc, senior director of Congressional Affairs at NCPA, and Kaite Krell, MPh, associate director of Congressional Affairs, talk about congressional and lawmaker trends on pharmacy benefits manager reform.
26m May 23, 2023
26m
S1 Ep210: Pharmacy Focus: Psychedelic Pharmacy - Managing Potential Adverse Effects With Psychedelic Medicines
This month, we spoke with Rick Strassman, MD, a clinical researcher, author, and expert in the field of psychedelic medicines. Strassman discussed the growing research around psychedelic medicines, as well as the potential for adverse effects and pharmacists' role in all of it.
29m May 19, 2023
29m
S1 Ep196: State Pharmacy Associations
On this episode, we spoke with Anthony Pudlo, PharmD, MBA, executive director of the Tennessee Pharmacists Association, on his presentation at the National Association of Chain Drug Stores (NACDS) 2023 Regional Chain conference about pharmacy leadership and state-level shifts. For More on This Topic: Pharmacy Focus - Alternative Career Paths in PBMs - https://www.pharmacytimes.com/view/pharma...
22m May 12, 2023
22m
S1 Ep208: On The Shelf - Women's Mental Health With Pooja Lakshmin
On The Shelf focuses on anything you can find on the shelf including skincare, beauty products, supplements and over-the-counter medications. It also addresses the pillars of mental, physical, and emotional wellness. On this episode, host Joanna Lewis talks about mental health with guest, Pooja Lakshmin, MD. They discuss the burnout mentality in health care, how to set boundaries, martyr mode, ...
40m May 09, 2023
40m
S1 Ep207: Public Health Matters - Nutrition With the Phit Pharmacist
On this episode, Dr. Christina Madison speaks with Walter Oronsaye PharmD, RPh, known as the Phit Pharmacist, about nutrition and social media as a pharmacist. Dr. Walter Oronsaye PharmD, RPh, also know as “Phit Pharmacist,” is a nationally recognized licensed pharmacist that makes fun, relatable, and engaging health and pharmacy-related content on social media with millions of views worldwide...
46m May 04, 2023
46m
S1 Ep204: Independent Rx Forum - Track-and-Trace Requirements
On this episode, Ronna Hauser, PharmD, of National Community Pharmacists Association (NCPA) spoke with Lisa Schwartz, PharmD, of NCPA about the complete implementation of Track and Trace, which is part of the DSCSA compliance. The remaining requirements of the law will go into affect on November 27, 2023.
22m Apr 25, 2023
22m
S1 Ep206: Pharmacy Focus: Oncology Edition - Consider Treatment Sequences Carefully in Myeloma
Pharmacists play a key role in treatment sequencing and educating patients, according to Tyler Sandahl, PharmD, a clinical pharmacist with Mayo Clinic.
19m Apr 17, 2023
19m
S1 Ep196: Pharmacy Focus - Global Vaccination Rates
On this month’s episode, we spoke with Susan Koletar, MD, FACP, FIDSA, director of the Division of Infectious Diseases at the Ohio State University College of Medicine, on the pharmacists’ role in addressing vaccine hesitancy and improving global vaccine rates. For More on This Topic: Latest Developments in mRNA Technology for Vaccines: Moving Beyond COVID-19 - https://www.pharmacytimes.com/v...
23m Apr 14, 2023
23m
S1 Ep199: Pharmacy Focus: Student Edition - Oncology Drug Development
On this month’s episode, we spoke with Brianna Hawkins, MBA, a University of Tennessee Health Science Center doctor of pharmacy candidate, about oncology drug development and how students can start a career in this alternative path.
15m Apr 10, 2023
15m
S1 Ep202: Public Health Matters - Harm Reduction, SUD Treatment
On this episode, Dr. Christina Madison, the Public Health Pharmacists, discusses harm reduction and substance use disorder treatment with Jeffrey Bratberg, PharmD, FAPhA, a clinical professor for the college of pharmacy at the University of Rhode Island and a pharmacists involved in harm reduction.
29m Apr 06, 2023
29m
S1 Ep195: Public Health Matters - What is Public Health?
On this episode, Dr. Christina Madison speaks with Jennifer Lind, PharmD, MPH, MBA, who is a public health pharmacists, epidemiologist in the Medication Safety Program at the CDC, and commander in the United States Public Health Service Commissioned Corps, on why the next generation of pharmacists should be focused on public health. Jennifer N. Lind, PharmD, MPH, MBA, is a Pharmacist and Epide...
31m Mar 30, 2023
31m
S1 Ep201: Pharmacy Focus: Psychedelic Pharmacy - Psychedelics Are Changing the Landscape of Mental Health
This month, we spoke with expert Adi Zuloff-Shani, PhD, CEO of Clearmind Medicine, to hear about the new frontier of mental health treatments: psychedelic medicines. Clearmind is developing a novel treatment for addiction, which Zuloff-Shani said is part of a larger shift in approaches to mental health treatments. Interested in learning more? Check out this related content: Study Demonstrates...
21m Mar 24, 2023
21m
S1 Ep197: Independent Rx Forum - Five Trends in Community Pharmacy
On this episode, John Beckner of National Community Pharmacists Association (NCPA) discusses how independent pharmacy plays a new role in primary care with Douglas Hoey, CEO of NCPA.
35m Mar 22, 2023
35m
S1 Ep200: Pharmacy Focus: Oncology Edition - Breast Cancer Treatments Are Rapidly Expanding
This month, we spoke with Danielle Roman, PharmD, an oncology clinical pharmacy specialist with Allegheny Health Network. Roman discussed the rapidly growing breast cancer treatment space, as well as pharmacists' roles in the complex treatment regimens. Interested in learning more? Check out this related content: With New Classification of HER2-low Breast Cancer, Pharmacists See Major Paradig...
17m Mar 20, 2023
17m
S1 Ep198: On The Shelf - Career Wellness
On this month’s episode, host Dr. Joanna Lewis spoke with Carlene Link, PharmD, BCPS, a clinical pharmacist, about career wellness.
48m Mar 16, 2023
48m
S1 Ep193: Student Edition - The Granada Statements
On this month's episode, we spoke with Shane Desselle, RPh, PhD, FAPhA, associate dean for Research and Professional Affairs at the Touro University California College of Pharmacy, discussed what the Granada Statements are and why they are important for student pharmacists.
25m Mar 13, 2023
25m
S1 Ep203: National Nutrition Month
On this episode, we spoke with Sarah Gray, BPharm, an integrative nutritionist and the Nutrition Pharmacist, on the importance of National Nutrition Month.
19m Mar 03, 2023
19m
S1 Ep191: Public Health Matters - Motivational Interviewing
On this month's episode, Dr. Christina Madison speaks with Bruce Berger, PhD, president of Berger Consulting LLC, on how pharmacists should best use motivational interviewing for patients. Bruce is President of Berger Consulting, LLC and Emeritus Professor at Auburn University. He has developed comMIt (Comprehensive Motivational Interviewing Training for health care providers) and AU MITI (Aub...
40m Mar 02, 2023
40m
S1 Ep192: Independent Rx Forum - Preparing for DIR Fee Changes
On this episode, host Ronna Hauser of the National Community Pharmacists Association discusses how pharmacists should prepare for DIR fee changes with Tripp Logan, PharmD, owner of SEMO Rx Pharmacies and Services, Scott Pace, PharmD, JD, co-owner of Kavanaugh Pharmacy and partner at Impact Management Group, and Doug Hoey, the CEO of NCPA.
26m Feb 21, 2023
26m
S1 Ep194: Pharmacy Focus: Oncology Edition - Pharmacists Play Key Role in Non–Small Cell Lung Cancer
This month, we spoke with Jennifer Martin, PharmD, BCOP, a hematology-oncology pharmacist with the Allegheny Health Network. Martin said pharmacists can be involved in all aspects of care, from deciding treatment plans to educating patients, and in the growing role of oral treatments.
18m Feb 20, 2023
18m
S1 Ep189: Alternative Career Paths in PBMs
In this week’s episode, we spoke with Matt Gibbs, president of Capital Rx, to discuss alternative career paths in independently owned PBMs.
14m Feb 17, 2023
14m
S1 Ep192: Pharmacy Focus: Student Edition - Quality Measurement Training
In this month's episode, Amanda Ryan, PharmD, BCGP, CPHQ, the director of Education for the Pharmacy Quality Alliance (PQA), discusses a new PQA program to teach pharmacy and other health professions students the basics of quality measurement and strategies to improve medication safety, adherence and appropriate use. Ryan leads the strategic direction of PQA’s educational activities. Before jo...
14m Feb 14, 2023
14m