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Precision in Practice; Real Stories, Real Results in Integrative Psychiatry | Precision Medicine Pharmacist Podcast

Welcome back to PPN – The Precision Medicine Pharmacist.
In part one of our series, Precision Psychiatry in Practice – A Pharmacist–Physician Collaboration, we explored how a collaborative approach can begin to reshape psychiatric care — building trust, aligning perspectives, and creating space for more personalized treatment.
Today, we move deeper into what that looks like in real-world, integrative medicine psychiatry.
I’m excited to welcome back Dr. Saba Arshad, joined by Dr. Afshan Khan, as we explore how their partnership brings together different clinical perspectives to care for the whole patient — not just symptoms, but the broader context of mental health, lifestyle, and individualized needs.
In this episode, Precision in Practice: Real Stories, Real Results in Integrative Psychiatry, we focus on the human side of collaboration. How do two clinicians with different training and strengths come together to approach complex cases? What does shared decision-making really look like in practice? And how does this integrative model shape better patient outcomes?
We’ll walk through real patient cases, explore the dynamics of their collaboration, and uncover how this partnership continues to evolve to meet patients where they are.
If part one introduced the foundation, today’s episode brings that collaboration to life.
Let’s dive in.

How AI is Changing Your Pharmacy Visit (For Better or Worse) | RxRated Podcast

AI in healthcare is no longer a futuristic concept. It’s already answering the phones at your local CVS. We’re pulling back the curtain on how AI is currently being used in pharmacy practice, from encrypted "VA GPT" systems for note-writing to controversial new phone bots that some patients claim are a "stain on society".We dive into the big news of the CVS and Google Cloud partnership to launch Health100, a platform designed to integrate your refills, copays, and even wearable health data into a single AI-driven hub. While the promise of centralized care sounds like a dream, the "real-world" experience can feel like a nightmare. We react to a brutal Reddit thread and even call a CVS live to demonstrate the frustration of wrestling with a robot that refuses to transfer you to a human. Whether you're a "tinfoil hat" wearer worried about data leaks or someone just trying to get a prescription after surgery, you need to hear the clinical and personal reality of the AI takeover.This show is intended for educational and informational purposes.

TJM Labs and Pharmacists in Politics | TWIRx

Congratulations to Logan Eury and his new wife Emily, got married today, May 1, 2026! This C.O. Bigelow Collab Introduces the 188-Year-Old Pharmacy to a New Generation Abbode is taking over the Carolyn Bessette-Kennedy-approved shop for a month-long pop-up.https://fashionista.com/2026/05/co-bigelow-abbode-pop-up-carolyn-bessette-impact The article highlights how a pop-up and renewed interest in C.O. Bigelow has been fueled by the cultural resurgence of Carolyn Bessette-Kennedy’s minimalist style, amplified by media and social buzz. This renewed attention has driven significant foot traffic and sales, showing how storytelling, nostalgia, and “quiet luxury” aesthetics can translate into real retail impact.  
Q&A: Mayo Clinic leaders share strategies for managing high-cost drugs without breaking the bank | Asembia AXS26 Summit
https://www.managedhealthcareexecutive.com/view/q-a-mayo-clinic-leaders-share-strategies-for-managing-high-cost-drugs-without-breaking-the-bank-asembia-axs26-summitMayo Clinic leaders emphasize that managing high-cost drugs requires clear definitions, structured formulary review processes, and multidisciplinary collaboration to balance cost, access, and clinical value. They highlight the importance of evaluating safety, efficacy, financial impact, and site-of-care decisions together, while noting that non-340B systems face increasing pressure from rising costs and reimbursement constraints. Ultimately, success depends on stronger alignment between health systems, manufacturers, and payers to sustain access without compromising quality of care. Where Gross-to-net Pressure Actually Lives After LaunchToday’s guest post comes from Cindy Baksh, Chief Product Officer at ConnectiveRx.https://www.drugchannels.net/2026/05/where-gross-to-net-pressure-actually.htmlThe article explains that “gross-to-net pressure” isn’t driven by a single factor, but by a combination of rebates, discounts, fees, and policy changes that continue to reshape how drug pricing actually works behind the scenes. As the industry shifts toward a “net pricing” model, traditional rebate-driven strategies are weakening, forcing manufacturers, PBMs, and pharmacies to rethink how value and profits are generated.Today's featured guest is Dr. Ndidiamaka Okpareke PharmD for CongressDr. Ndidiamaka “Didi” Okpareke, PharmD, is a pharmacist, entrepreneur, and political candidate running for Congress in New Mexico’s 1st Congressional District. A first-generation Nigerian-American, she built her career in healthcare after graduating from the University of New Mexico College of Pharmacy and went on to found and lead a successful compounding pharmacy serving her community. 
Motivated by nearly two decades of patient care experience, Okpareke entered the political arena to address challenges such as healthcare access, rising costs, and the shortage of providers in New Mexico. Running as a Republican, she emphasizes strengthening healthcare systems, supporting economic growth, and preserving opportunity for future generations, positioning herself as a community-focused leader bringing frontline healthcare insight into public policy. 
This special episode highlights how TJM Labs is redefining pharmacy operations through AI-driven automation, bringing together insights from industry leaders Bhavesh Patel, PharmD—CEO of Carepoint Pharmacy—and Jonathan Adly, PharmD, MBA—CEO of TJM Labs. At the center of the conversation is how modern pharmacies are facing rising prescription volumes, staffing constraints, and increasing operational complexity, and why traditional manual workflows can no longer keep pace. TJM Labs addresses this challenge by deploying AI-powered “digital workers” that automate tasks like prescription intake, data entry, and patient communication—allowing pharmacy teams to shift their focus back to patient care and clinical decision-making. 
Through the lens of both operator and innovator, the discussion explores how AI is not replacing pharmacy professionals, but augmenting them—reducing burnout, improving accuracy, and enabling scalable growth. With automation handling up to the majority of repetitive workload and delivering measurable ROI, TJM Labs represents a new model where technology and pharmacy expertise work together to create more efficient, patient-centered operations. 

Tennessee PBM Reform Win | PBM Reform

Tennessee lawmakers have passed a major pharmacy reform bill aimed at pharmacy benefit managers, or PBMs, by barring companies from owning both a PBM and a pharmacy. The legislation is widely seen as targeting CVS Health, which owns Caremark and operates pharmacies across the state.Supporters say the bill is designed to curb vertical integration, restore fair competition, and protect independent pharmacies from reimbursement practices they view as harmful to patient access and community pharmacy survival.CVS has pushed back hard, warning that the new law could force it to shut down its 134 Tennessee pharmacy locations and trigger a legal challenge. The company argues the measure would reduce access for patients and does not directly address broader PBM issues like pricing or formularies.This Tennessee fight reflects a larger national battle over PBM reform, pharmacy ownership, market power, and the future of prescription drug access.
 

Pain Pearls: Part 2 with Dr. Sing Ping Chow | Pain Pod

Clinical Pearls, Pain Pod edition: Pain Pearls Part 2 (of many) with Dr. Sing Ping Chow, PharmD as we discuss methadone, buprenorphine, gabapentin, pain pharmacists, AI, and beyond!A cornucopia of pain conundrums and potential solutions and/or tools to help mitigate. All here, nicely packaged, randomly, in one episode of the Pain Pod! One of many more to come, in a miniseries titled: “Pain Pearls”, only here on the Pain Pod!Come one, come all, to the Pain Pod!!!P.S. Want to contribute or hear about a pain pearl of your own? Message Pain Guy on www.painguy.us or LinkedIn to directly reach Mark and have your voice heard!
 

The Hidden Connection between Gut and Burnout in High Achievers with Ekat | Holistic Pharmacy Podcast

What does it actually mean to be healthy if your labs come back "normal" but you still feel terrible?For too many high-achieving professionals, that question goes unanswered for years. Today's guest knows that experience firsthand and has built her entire practice around closing that gap.Ekat is a Nutritional Therapy Practitioner (NTP), Restorative Wellness Practitioner (RWP), and Board-Certified Integrative Nutrition Health Coach. After 16+ years on Wall Street, she experienced firsthand what chronic stress, long hours, and burnout can do to a body, and what conventional medicine often misses when it does. Through her virtual practice, Healthfully Ekat, she helps busy, high-achieving women uncover the root causes behind persistent digestive issues, hormonal imbalances, and chronic fatigue using functional lab testing, personalized nutrition, and holistic lifestyle strategies.Her message is as straightforward as it is powerful: you're only going to be as successful as your health allows you to be.In this episode, we talk about what it really takes to stop guessing and start understanding what your body actually needs, so your energy, gut, and hormones can work for you instead of against you.In this episode, we cover:• Why "normal" labs don't always mean optimal health• The connection between chronic stress, gut health, and hormonal chaos• How functional lab testing changes the root cause conversation• The microbes we often ignore but shouldn’t (including parasites!)• What high-performing professionals consistently get wrong about their health• Why true success requires your body to keep up with your ambitionConnect with Healthfully Ekat via:Email: healthfullyekat@gmail.com Website: https://www.healthfullyekat.com/ IG: @healthfully.ekatVisit https://marinabuksov.com for more holistic content. Music from https://www.purple-planet.com. Disclaimer: Statements herein have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. Products listed are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any diseases.

Healing the Sick Care System; Why People Matter | TWIRx

Guests:Gil BasheChair Global Health and Purpose at FINN PartnersMaya HajizadaChief Revenue Officer at Rx2GoC. Daniel MullinsProfessor at University of Maryland School of PharmacyMina G Yacoub PharmD BCPSFounder & CEO at Qik Productions

The Pharmacy Profit Summit Live Recap Show | Part Two

This is the Pharmacy Profit Summit Live Recap Show! Welcome to Part Two.Pharmacy owners from across the US have come together to learn ways to improve their pharmacy's profit and bring better value to their patient's. The Pharmacy Podcast Network brings you this exclusive "man on the street" coverage of the show with interviews hosted by Todd Eury talking to the attendees, speakers, and vendors.In this episode, we hear interviews with:
Pete Nagel - CurifyLabs
Christopher Flores - Payment Processing
Doug Soupon - RxOneShop
Fiona Sartoretto Verna
Omar - Utopia Pharmacy
 

Confused About Medications in Pregnancy? Why Pharmacists Are the Essential Experts | MaternalRx

“My doctor says it’s safe, but Google says it’s not… what do I do?” It’s the reality so many pregnant and breastfeeding moms face when they’re given conflicting medication advice. In this episode, consulting pharmacist Dr. Danielle Plummer and clinical pharmacist Dr. Tara Birch pull back the curtain on pregnancy medication confusion and why it happens. As Tara puts it, “Pharmacists need to be utilized more than they are. We are medication specialists.” The core message is clear: every mom needs a pharmacist as part of her care team. From preconception through the postpartum period, pharmacists bring the medication expertise that is often missing and can prevent confusion, errors, and unnecessary risk. From the overwhelm of choosing a prenatal vitamin to navigating mixed messages from providers and “Dr. Google,” they walk through what’s actually happening behind the scenes and how to make safer, more confident decisions.You’ll hear why “there is no one-size-fits-all prenatal vitamin,” how postpartum needs can increase during breastfeeding, and why a truly collaborative care team leads to better outcomes for both mom and baby. If you’ve ever second-guessed a medication, felt confused by conflicting advice, or wished you had a clear, trusted voice guiding you, this conversation will change how you approach your care.What You’ll Learn:- Why pharmacists are underused in maternal care- How to handle conflicting medication advice- How to choose the right prenatal vitamin- Why postpartum nutrition matters- The risks of relying on Google or AI for medication decisions- How collaborative care improves outcomesExpert Insights:- Pharmacists in Maternal Care: Pharmacists are medication experts but are often excluded from care teams. Including them improves safety and outcomes.- Conflicting Advice: Patients often receive mixed guidance from providers. Pharmacists help clarify evidence-based decisions.- Prenatal Vitamins: Not one-size-fits-all. Needs vary by diet, genetics, and symptoms.- Postpartum Nutrition: Nutrient needs may increase after delivery, especially during breastfeeding.- Gaps in Care: Hospital care is collaborative. Outpatient care is fragmented, creating safety risks.- Preconception Planning: Medication review before pregnancy can prevent first-trimester risks.Connect with Dr. Tara Birch:https://themotherbabypharmacist.comwww.instagram.com/themotherbabypharmacist/Phone/Text: 321-609-5424Connect with Dr. Danielle Plummer:www.HGPharmacist.comlinkedin.com/in/daniellerplummer

YARAL Pharma Expands Access to Prescription Topical Patches Through Telehealth | Executive Dose

In this episode, we explore YARAL Pharma’s latest move to expand patient access to prescription topical patches through a new collaboration with UpScriptHealth. The partnership brings YARAL’s prescription topical treatments to a direct-to-consumer telehealth platform, giving patients a way to consult with licensed clinicians online and, when appropriate, receive prescriptions through participating pharmacies. The announcement reflects a broader shift in how pharmaceutical manufacturers are using digital health channels to improve convenience, affordability, and access to care. 
We also examine what this means for the evolving pharmacy and telehealth landscape. YARAL Pharma said the collaboration supports its focus on continuity of supply, quality, customer service, and broader access to generic medicines, while UpScriptHealth highlighted its long-standing role in direct-to-patient telehealth services and its history of helping patients access care and prescriptions through online channels. 
What You’ll Learn in This Episode:YARAL Pharma’s prescription topical patches are now available through UpScriptHealth’s telehealth platform. Patients can use the platform to connect with licensed healthcare providers virtually, determine eligibility, and potentially receive a prescription fulfilled through participating pharmacies. YARAL described the collaboration as part of its effort to expand access to affordable generic medicines through digital channels. 
The episode also highlights the companies behind the announcement. YARAL Pharma is the U.S. generics subsidiary of IBSA, and UpScriptHealth describes itself as a direct-to-patient telehealth company that has helped facilitate more than two million prescriptions and works with a network of hundreds of physicians. 
Key Discussion Points:
 YARAL Pharma’s prescription topical patches are now offered through UpScriptHealth’s telehealth platform. 
 The partnership creates a direct-to-consumer path for online consultation and prescribing, when clinically appropriate. 
 YARAL says the move strengthens patient convenience and supports access to affordable generic treatment options. 
 UpScriptHealth brings an established national telehealth network and direct-to-patient infrastructure to the collaboration. 
 The announcement signals continued momentum in telehealth-enabled prescription access and digital pharmaceutical distribution. This last point is an inference based on the stated goals and structure of the partnership. 

Redefining Possible; The APhA 2026 Annual Conference Post Show | Part Three

Welcome to the Pharmacy Podcast Network's special 3-Part series on the coverage of the American Pharmacist Association's Annual Conference event held in Los Angeles, California on March 27-31st. In this series, you'll hear from 4 key social media influencers having a massive impact on Pharmacy Advocacy, innovators exploring the advancing technology and use of AI in Pharmacy, and more! In this episode, we hear from:
Stephen Beckman - Yaral Pharma
Kati Forbes, PharmD
Robbie Abasi, PharmD, Xavier Hill, PharmD, and Sam Llona, PharmD - RxRated Podcast
Katlyn - Student at University of Montanna
Sakhi Gaurang Patel - CuraVoice
 
Thank you to Yaral Pharma and the Independent Pharmacy Cooperative (IPC) for sponsoring this episode!
 

Clearway Health, John Nosta, Perigon 360, and Psychedelics in Practice | TWIRx

TWIRx News:The FDA plans to remove 12 peptide bulk drug substances from Category 2 of the Section 503A compounding list after their nominations were withdrawn. For compounders, the key issue is that this change does not automatically make compounding these substances permissible, leaving pharmacies exposed to ongoing regulatory uncertainty until the FDA makes further decisions.A nationwide Class II recall has been issued for Xanax XR 3 mg tablets in 60-count bottles, lot 8177156, after the product failed dissolution testing. Pharmacists should immediately locate and quarantine affected stock while reminding patients not to stop benzodiazepine therapy suddenly without direction from a healthcare provider.Community pharmacies are taking on a larger role in wound care by serving as an accessible first point of contact for patients with minor injuries. Pharmacists can help assess wounds, recommend appropriate over-the-counter treatment, watch for warning signs of complications, and refer patients for higher-level care when needed.Special sponsor interview with Allison Arant with Clearway Health. Featured interview with  the World's Leading Innovation Theorist John NostaGuests & sponsors of today's TWIRx, Perigon 360 Pharmacy with Chris Antypas PharmD and ed Mills And a bonus interview with Dr. Andy Krut PharmD, on Psychedelics (e.g., LSD, psilocybin, DMT)

The Pharmacy Profit Summit Live Recap Show | Part One

This is the Pharmacy Profit Summit Live Recap Show! Welcome to Part One.Pharmacy owners from across the US have come together to learn ways to improve their pharmacy's profit and bring better value to their patient's. The Pharmacy Podcast Network brings you this exclusive "man on the street" coverage of the show with interviews hosted by Todd Eury talking to the attendees, speakers, and vendors.In this episode, we hear interviews with:
Ross Miller - TJM LabsBradly Davie - InBodyJonathan Tanner - BreathRoxAjay Mehra - UGO RxAmanda Pritchett - Vaccine Connect

Redefining Possible; The APhA 2026 Annual Conference Post Show | Part Two

Welcome to the Pharmacy Podcast Network's special 3-Part series on the coverage of the American Pharmacist Association's Annual Conference event held in Los Angeles, California on March 27-31st. In this series, you'll hear from 4 key social media influencers having a massive impact on Pharmacy Advocacy, innovators exploring the advancing technology and use of AI in Pharmacy, and more! In this episode, we hear from:
Kelli Stovall, RPh, EMBA, - IPC
Amantha Bagdon - RxPost
Dixie Leikach - PeerRx
Dr Erin Parsons, PharmD - LSPedia
Sally Rafie, PharmD
Thank you to Independent Pharmacy Cooperative (IPC) for sponsoring this episode!

Accountability, Innovation, and Access Across Care | TWIRx

This Week in Pharmacy 04-10-2026Sponsored by Outcomes and Independent Pharmacy Cooperative (IPC)On this episode of This Week in Pharmacy, we dig into another high-impact week across the profession with TWIRx news, practice transformation, oncology leadership, pediatric research innovation, and a look ahead to one of specialty pharmacy’s biggest gatherings of the year.This week’s episode is powered by our sponsors, Outcomes and Independent Pharmacy Cooperative (IPC), organizations continuing to support independent pharmacy innovation, patient engagement, and pharmacy performance.In the TWIRx News segment, we cover four important stories shaping the national conversation in pharmacy.First, we discuss the federal fraud case involving a Dearborn Heights pharmacy owner who pleaded guilty in a $1.9 million health care fraud scheme. According to the U.S. Department of Justice, Rabih Hamdan admitted to conspiring to submit false claims for prescription drugs that were either medically unnecessary or never actually dispensed, impacting Medicare, Medicaid, and Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan. Federal prosecutors say the fraudulent claims totaled at least $1.9 million over a five-year period.Next, we look at oncology pharmacy leadership through the lens of Amy Seung, who is stepping into the HOPA presidency during a period of rapid acceleration in cancer care. In Pharmacy Times, Seung describes a practice environment where new approvals, indications, toxicity data, and clinical questions are arriving weekly or even daily. She positions HOPA as a key bridge between emerging science and real-world implementation, with this year’s conference emphasizing bispecific therapies, real-world evidence, supportive care, and toxicity management.We also spotlight a powerful research update from the UNC Eshelman School of Pharmacy, where professor David Drewry and student researchers are advancing work on diffuse intrinsic pontine glioma (DIPG), an aggressive pediatric brain cancer with limited treatment options and an average life expectancy of about one year after diagnosis. The team is using an open-science model to accelerate discovery while keeping future therapies more affordable, and they are working with M4K Pharma to advance an ALK2 inhibitor toward a Phase 1 clinical trial.Finally, we feature a practice transformation story from Drug Topics: Gregg Jones, MBA, RPh, made the leap from corporate pharmacy leadership to launching Compass Core Pharmacy, described as Rhode Island’s first cost-plus pharmacy model. The cash-only model focuses on generics, uses AI-driven ordering, serves a growing veterinary segment with more than 1,400 pet prescriptions, and operates as a CLIA-waived pharmacy offering point-of-care testing. It is a compelling example of how pharmacists are reengineering care delivery outside the traditional reimbursement framework.We are also getting ready for Asembia 2026 in Las Vegas, where the Pharmacy Podcast Network will once again provide press coverage with support from Clearway Health. You can find us at booth 1805, where we’ll be capturing conversations that matter across specialty pharmacy, access, patient support, innovation, and care delivery.Our first featured interview is with Nick Baird, Director of Marketing with Outcomes, where we will explore the growing role of pharmacy engagement, patient activation, and value creation in community-based care.Our second interview features Dr. Jen Hammons, PharmD, DrPH, with Health Wagon, a vital community healthcare organization dedicated to serving medically underserved patients through an expanding network of care. In 2024 alone, Health Wagon served 7,291 unique patients through 21,615 patient encounters, supported by five mobile health units, three stationary clinic sites, a dental clinic, a vision clinic, and a pharmacy. Known for hosting one of the nation’s largest health outreach efforts of its kind, Health Wagon continues to expand its impact through the dedication of staff, volunteers, trustees, partners, donors, and supporters.Join us as we connect the week’s top headlines to the broader transformation underway in pharmacy practice, policy, specialty care, and community health.To learn more, follow the Pharmacy Podcast Network and stay connected as we head into Asembia 2026.

The New PBM Regulatory Landscape: Talking Enforcement Trends, Contracting Strategies, and Future Opportunities for Specialty Pharmacies | NASP Specialty Pharmacy Podcast

In this episode of the NASP Podcast, Sheila Arquette, President & CEO of NASP, speaks with Linda Clark and Brad Gallagher, Co-Leaders of Barclay Damon’s Health Care Controversies and Pharmacy Teams. They explore the rapidly evolving Pharmacy Benefit Manager (PBM) regulatory landscape and its impact on specialty pharmacies, offering key considerations for contracting and strategies to strengthen audit readiness and compliance. Linda and Brad also share practical guidance to help specialty pharmacies increasingly under pressure to manage their risk and position themselves for long-term success.

Modernizing Pharmacy Payments: Boosting Cash Flow for Pharmacies | Cardinal Health™ Counter Talk™ Podcast

Independent pharmacists are facing increasing demands, and outdated payment processes add unnecessary friction. In this episode, Jason Callori speaks with Halston Prox, Founder and CEO of Tabz (formerly HealNow), and Cardinal Health Solution Manager Natalie Girardi about how modern payment technology is transforming independent pharmacies.The conversation highlights how Tabz helps streamline workflows, reduce payment friction, and enable faster compensation for pharmacists.

Systemic Healing through Ecological, Nature and Art Therapy with Mor Keshet | The Holistic Pharmacy Podcast

Today’s episode is one for the books! Seriously, if there’s one conversation you choose to listen to in my body of work, this is the one. My beautiful guest and I went deep into holistic healing in the truest sense of that term, through the lens of systems level change. We talked about what it takes to repair connection within ourselves, with one another, and with the more-than-human world, supporting pathways toward resilience, responsibility, and regenerative futures.Mor Keshet is an Integrative Eco-Art Therapist, systems thinker, and founder of TEVEL, a Nature-based healing platform advancing collective resilience in the face of ecological and societal disruption. Her work lives in the intersection of eco and trauma informed psychology, the science of awe, imagination and living systems. Mor’s framework origination has appeared in the journal Ecopsychology, Psychology Today and the Biomimicry Institute.Through TEVEL, Mor is building an ecosystem of regenerative care—developing programs, partnerships, and methodologies that position healing as relational, ecological, and culturally responsive. She works with individuals and institutions including The Nature Conservancy, University of Pennsylvania Weitzman School of Design, the American Art Therapy Association, Bard College and Smart City Expo USA. She is the creator of the Climate Emotions Mandala Project, developed in partnership with the Climate Mental Health Network,and holds leadership and teaching roles within the Climate Psychology Alliance – North America and the Climate Emotional Resilience Institute.At the heart of Mor’s work is a simple belief: “healing is not a solitary act - it is a shared unfolding.”Connect with Mor via:Email: mor@morkeshet.com Website: Mor KeshetIG: @morkeshetarttherapistLinked In: Mor Keshet

The APhA 2026 Annual Conference Post Show; Redefining Possible | Part One

Welcome to the Pharmacy Podcast Network's special 3-Part series on the coverage of the American Pharmacist Association's Annual Conference event held in Los Angeles, California on March 27-31st. In this series, you'll hear from 4 key social media influencers having a massive impact on Pharmacy Advocacy, innovators exploring the advancing technology and use of AI in Pharmacy, and more! In this episode, we hear from:
Jeffrey Gonzales - APhA Board
Maurice Shaw, PharmD & Shane Jerominski, PharmD
Richard Dang, PharmD
Marsha Millonig, Rph
Walter Oronsaye, PharmD, MS
Thank you to YARAL Pharma for sponsoring this episode!

DSCSA Compliance and Compounding Leadership | TWIRx

TWIRx – April 3, 2026Co-Host: Jesse McCullough
On today’s episode of This Week in Pharmacy – TWIRx, we welcome special co-host Jesse McCullough for a timely discussion focused on pharmacy innovation, compliance, advocacy, and the future of the profession.
We begin with our featured sponsor segment presented by MatchRx, spotlighting two important voices in pharmacy technology and compliance. Johny Kello, CEO of MatchRx, joins the show alongside Riya Cao, CEO of LSPedia, for an important conversation centered on DSCSA readiness and the evolving world of pharmacy compliance. This discussion explores how pharmacies and supply chain stakeholders can better prepare for regulatory expectations, protect patients, and strengthen operational transparency through smarter compliance solutions.
In the second half of the episode, we’re joined by Scott Brunner, CEO of the Alliance for Pharmacy Compounding (APC), for a recap of the Owner Summit 2026 and a look ahead at what’s developing on Capitol Hill. Scott shares insight into the policy landscape impacting pharmacy compounding, the priorities emerging from this year’s summit, and what pharmacy owners and industry leaders should be watching as legislative and regulatory conversations continue to evolve.
This episode of TWIRx delivers a strong pulse on the profession—from compliance and interoperability to advocacy and the future of compounding pharmacy.
Featured Guests:
Johny Kello, CEO, MatchRx
Riya Cao, CEO, LSPedia
Scott Brunner, CEO, Alliance for Pharmacy Compounding (APC)
Episode Topics:
DSCSA and pharmacy compliance
Supply chain visibility and readiness
MatchRx and LSPedia collaboration in pharmacy compliance
Owner Summit 2026 recap
Capitol Hill updates impacting pharmacy compounding
The future of compounding and pharmacy advocacy
Sponsored by:MatchRx
DSCSA Compliance and Compounding Leadership | TWIRx