Episodes
This Week in Pharmacy – November 9, 2024 Episode Title: Addressing Patient Needs and Advocacy with Jennifer Noonan, VP of Clinical Strategy and Patient Engagement Show Notes: In this insightful episode of This Week in Pharmacy, we welcome Jennifer Noonan, Vice President of Clinical Strategy and Patient Engagement at Accessia Health, to discuss the current and future landscape of patient care. Join us as we explore the unique needs of patients, particularly within specialty pharmacy, and...
Published 11/09/24
Ready to #TWIRx? Too bad, here we GO!! Turn that frown upside down.    On this episode of This Week in Pharmacy, we sit down with Renee Malarbi Rayburg, RPh, Vice President of Clinical Strategy at Pharmaceutical Strategies Group - PSG (PSG), an EPIC company.    In Part 2, we talk with Shaun Jensen, CEO of JB Consulting Group, a leader in custom tech strategy and development for specialty pharmacy software. Shaun’s team creates tailored solutions for pharmacy business processes, helping...
Published 11/08/24
Published 11/08/24
On 'This Week in Pharmacy' we're talkign about the 'Super Bowl' event of the year for Independent Community Pharmacy, the NCPA 2024. But first, let's get jiggy with #TWIRx News:As drug middlemen influence grows, independent pharmacies face fresh challenges: https://www.washingtonpost.com/politics/2024/10/11/drug-middlemen-influence-grows-independent-pharmacies-face-fresh-challenges/The Evolving Role and Importance of Pharmacists in the Health Care...
Published 10/12/24
On "This Week in Pharmacy" we're excited to talk about Remote Pharmacy Services with Dr. Thea Blystone, PharmD, who's built an amazing program for other entrepreneurial pharmacists out there wanting to build their own clinical consultancy. We're also talkning with Tenille Davis, the Chief Advocacy Officer for the Alliance for Pharmacy Compounding following up from our September TWIRx episode. References: A4PC.org --find more info on Compounding Remote Pharmacy Services, building your business...
Published 10/04/24
On #TWIRx "This Week in Pharmacy" --we start out with the WORLD WIDE Celebration of Pharmacists, World Pharmacist Day 2024, thank you to all the 4-Million Pharmacists on planet Earth. On September 25, 2024, the global community came together to celebrate World Pharmacists Day, shining a spotlight on the invaluable role pharmacists play in safeguarding public health. (Shout out to Katrina Azer & Anisha Patel) HARMACY Film -- huge announcement from Dr. Anaïs Webster- Mennuti, Dr. Kristin...
Published 09/28/24
Special Guests: Dr. Jay Phipps, PharmD The Pharmacy Gladiator & Dr. Rob Bullington, PharmD Welcome to this week’s episode of This Week in Pharmacy, where we tackle pressing issues affecting the pharmacy landscape across the United States. Episode Summary Part One: In today’s episode, we delve into a critical and increasingly dire issue: the rise of pharmacy deserts in the U.S. According to a recent study from Ohio State, published in the Journal of the American Medical Association, half...
Published 09/13/24
Welcome to another episode of "This Week in Pharmacy"! Your host, Todd Eury, is joined by a special co-host, Saleem Shah, the CEO of the Collaborative Patient Care Group (CPCG). Together, they bring you the latest and greatest in pharmacy news and insights. News of the Week: Pharmacy Educators and Social Media: We dive into an intriguing story from Pharmacy Times about how pharmacy educators are harnessing the power of social media to inspire and engage the next generation of pharmacists....
Published 09/06/24
  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 says DHS failed to oversee pharmacy benefit managers, costing taxpayers, reported in News from...
Published 08/30/24
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 Blue Shield of California. Big time news!!  Let's talk about Wound Care on This Week in Pharmacy:...
Published 08/09/24
“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, struggling to adapt to the unscripted world of pharmacy and healthcare.  ​ On paper I had...
Published 08/02/24
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:  linkedin.com/in/jessica-beal-stahl-pharmd-994603140Dr. Tamara Ruggles: ...
Published 07/26/24
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 education credits, making it an excellent opportunity for pharmacists to advance their expertise...
Published 07/19/24
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 half of the show is Matthew Coakly with The Waypoint Company, which foucses on helping community...
Published 07/12/24
Special Intervieww with Ed HoltOn 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 duty to make a statement.Later that evening, Ed's employer, PruittHealth, contacted him and asked...
Published 07/01/24
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, this software sells itself. With the expansion of long term care at home, and the need for more...
Published 06/21/24
(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 featuring Waypoint Strategic Advisors, Matt Coakley & Team.The Cardinal Health RBC is July 27th and...
Published 06/17/24
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. However, successful implementation requires careful planning, training, and ongoing...
Published 06/07/24
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Published 06/03/24
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:  linkedin.com/in/jessica-beal-stahl-pharmd-994603140   Dr. Tamara...
Published 05/20/24
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 in 2023." Zubila's reflections on her mother's dedication to healthcare excellence, HIV care,...
Published 05/10/24
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 impact that stress and burnout have on pharmacists and the quality of care they provide. The...
Published 04/12/24
  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, and National Patient Safety Goals initiatives. Dr. Milito is responsible for overseeing the...
Published 03/18/24
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 up, #DrugShortages, the #CyberAttacks impact on #PublicHealth, and sending a 'Tweet' to Mark Cuban to say thank you...
Published 03/08/24
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, MD, is the founding Editor-in-Chief, and Meredith Fisher-Corn, MD, is the current...
Published 03/01/24