Pharmacy Podcast Network

Pharmacy Podcast Network (PPN) is the world’s largest network of podcasts dedicated to the pharmacy professional and industry insiders. Our content is about dynamic people in the pharmacy industry making a difference and delivering the best pharmacy care. We have over 40+ podcasts with thousands of interviews.
Pharmacists are the cornerstone of healthcare, and the PPN reflects that. From Community, LTC, Specialty Pharmacy to Drug Development, Government policy and DigitalHealth, we cover it all. Partner with us to connect with thousands of daily listeners and find the right pharmacist across various specialties and topics, ensuring your products and services resonate where it matters most. We build strong audio brands through Pharmacists who see patients almost 9x more than primary care.
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Pharmacy Podcast Network (PPN) is the world’s largest network of podcasts dedicated to the pharmacy professional and industry insiders. Our content is about dynamic people in the pharmacy industry making a difference and delivering the best pharmacy care. We have over 40+ podcasts with thousands of interviews.
Pharmacists are the cornerstone of healthcare, and the PPN reflects that. From Community, LTC, Specialty Pharmacy to Drug Development, Government policy and DigitalHealth, we cover it all. Partner with us to connect with thousands of daily listeners and find the right pharmacist across various specialties and topics, ensuring your products and services resonate where it matters most. We build strong audio brands through Pharmacists who see patients almost 9x more than primary care.
Join the home of the O.G. Pharmacy Podcast & discover our newest development: Evidence-based Podcasting, the first CME supplement in podcast form that's truly peer-reviewed. The future of podcasting education for Providers is "Evidence-based Podcasting" (TM) and we're building a peer-review board, reach out to us: Publisher @ Pharmacy Podcast dot com.
PPN is a division of RxPR, LLC. Copyright 2026
Episodes
Episodes



3 days ago
3 days ago
This is the Pharmacy Podcast Network's ASEMBIA 2026 rewind!We're dedicated to bringing you inside coverage of the pharmacy nation's biggest events with on the street style interviews with keynote speakers, attendees, exhibitors, and recurring guests who make each year special.
This is part two of our six part series!
We'd like to thank Nested Knowledge for sponsoring this episode!
On this episode we interview:
Keith Kallmes - Nested Knowledge
Hannah Baxter and Andrew Rouff, MMIT - The Dedham Group
Heather Bonome - URAC
Jeremy Richardson - Gifthealth
Joe Depinto - McKesson
Johny Kello - MatchRx
Shawn Griffin - URAC



3 days ago
3 days ago
This week, This Week in Pharmacy examines several stories shaping the business, clinical, and legal future of pharmacy practice.
In TWIRx News from Pharmacy Times from Megan Maroney, PharmD, BCPP, FAAPP, focused on antidepressant use, withdrawal concerns, deprescribing, and shared decision-making. The key takeaway: patients should never stop antidepressants abruptly. Pharmacists can play a vital role in reducing stigma, educating patients, and supporting safe conversations about tapering, side effects, and long-term treatment.
In health technology news, FDB research presented at the 2026 AMIA Amplify Informatics Conference found that patient-specific, risk-based medication guidance reduced pharmacy alert volume by 70% in a high-volume community pharmacy setting. The model consolidates alerts into one actionable message tied to the patient’s most relevant risk, helping reduce alert fatigue and improve workflow.
Finally, we review a federal court ruling in Eli Lilly’s lawsuit against Houston-based Empower Pharmacy over compounded tirzepatide versions of Mounjaro and Zepbound. The judge dismissed key federal trademark and Texas unfair competition claims, while allowing other state claims to continue.Andy Crawford, with Keysource is back on TWIRx talking about the U.S. Supreme Court taking up Hikma Pharmaceuticals USA Inc. v. Amarin Pharma Inc., a case that could significantly affect generic drug competition. At issue is whether Hikma’s marketing materials and public communications around its generic version of Amarin’s fish oil-based cardiovascular drug improperly promoted a still-patented use. Hikma and the broader generic industry argue the case is about protecting “skinny label” rules, which allow generics to carve out patented indications while still bringing lower-cost medications to market. For pharmacists, the decision could influence generic availability, substitution confidence, pricing pressure, and how manufacturers communicate with providers and pharmacies.
Thanks to our sponsors, CassianRx and IPC, for supporting independent pharmacy, innovation, and the future of patient-centered care.



5 days ago
5 days ago
This is the Pharmacy Podcast Network's ASEMBIA 2026 rewind!
We're dedicated to bringing you inside coverage of the pharmacy nation's biggest events with on the street style interviews with keynote speakers, attendees, exhibitors, and recurring guests who make each year special.
This is part one of our six part series!
We'd like to thank Clearway Health for sponsoring this episode!
On this episode we interview:
Allison Arant - Clearway Health
Jennifer Noonan - Accessia Health
Aleata Postell - CenterWell
Derek Dennis, PharmD - Clearway Health
Dr. Shafaat Pirani, PharmD, BCGP - Wellgistics Health
Meghna Misra - Claritas Rx



6 days ago
6 days ago
In this episode of Executive Dose, Marc Essensa, CEO at IPC, joins the conversation to discuss what leadership looks like inside community pharmacy during one of the most pressured moments in the profession. The episode explores how vision, strategy, ethics, and creative thinking can help independent pharmacies not only survive, but compete and grow.
Marc and Stephen examine the realities facing pharmacy owners today, including reimbursement pressure, shrinking margins, labor challenges, operational overload, and the emotional toll of pharmacy closures. The discussion moves beyond day-to-day survival and focuses on what separates leaders who react from those who lead with clarity and discipline.
The episode also highlights the importance of building a business model that can compete, using partnerships, technology, operational efficiency, and new service models to create long-term value. Marc also speaks to the role of business ethics and trust, emphasizing that in community pharmacy, leadership character is not optional — it is part of the business strategy.
Key Topics
Leadership under pressure in community pharmacy
How pharmacy owners can lead with vision during uncertainty
Strategic mistakes that weaken independent pharmacies
Operational efficiency, differentiation, and growth opportunities
The role of IPC in helping pharmacies compete
Why ethics, transparency, and trust matter in pharmacy leadership
Creativity, courage, and innovation in the future of community pharmacy



7 days ago
7 days ago
A strong marketing strategy depends on the variety and relevance of your content. In this episode, we dive into what a diverse content strategy is, why it matters, and how it can elevate your marketing efforts. We’ll highlight the key benefits of producing varied content, common pitfalls to avoid, and practical tips for integrating different content types across your channels. Tune in to learn how to engage your audience more effectively, strengthen your online presence, and make your marketing work harder for you.



Monday May 11, 2026
Monday May 11, 2026
Today’s guest on the podcast shares how to proactively preserve both one’s health span and “beauty span”: the visible vitality, confidence, and connection to self over time. We got into some juicy and controversial topics around aging and the beauty industry, as well sustainability.My guest asserts that aging is not a passive process, it is something we can actively manage. Her mission is to help people understand that beauty, energy, and longevity are interconnected. When you support the body at a cellular and hormonal level, you don’t just look better, you function better.Dr. Sofia Din is a board-certified Family Physician with over 25 years of medical experience and advanced training in Geriatrics. She began her career in hospital medicine and long-term care, where she served as a Medical Director, before shifting her focus from disease management to proactive longevity and anti-aging medicine.She is the Medical Director of Juvanni Medical P.C. in Westchester, New York, where she integrates aesthetics, hormonal health, and advanced non-surgical technologies to help patients navigate menopause, andropause, metabolic slowdown, and chronic skin failure.Dr. Din is also the author of Do We Really Need Botox? and the host of the podcast Bathroom Diaries, where she explores the science, psychology, and cultural dimensions of aging, beauty, and self-perception.Connect with Sofia via:— Juvanni Med Spa:Email: juvannimedspa@gmail.com Website: Botox Guru at Juvanni Med SpaFB: Juvanni Med SpaIG: @drjuvanniYT: @DrJuvanniTwitter/X: @JuvanniMedSpaLinked In: Juvanni Medical— Dr. Sofia Din:FB: Sofia DinIG: @therealdrjuvanniYT: @DrJuvanniTikTok: @botoxguruLinked In: Sofia DinPodcast (Spotify): Bathroom Diaries w. Dr. Sofia Din— Minerva Life:YT: @minervalife6529TikTok: @sofiadinmdVisit 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.



Friday May 08, 2026
Friday May 08, 2026
Sponsored by Rx4RouteThis Week in Pharmacy returns with a timely two-part episode focused on pharmacy operations, medication access, and the growing responsibility of healthcare communicators in the age of AI.In our first segment, we welcome Joseph Dymowski, PharmD, CEO of Centennial Pharmacy Services, and Doniyor Sattarov, Vice President of Operations at Rx4Route, for a conversation about expanding long-term care pharmacy at home. As more patients age in place, pharmacies must rethink delivery, logistics, documentation, and patient communication as essential parts of care.Delivery is no longer just a convenience. It is a critical extension of pharmacy services. Reliable routing, real-time tracking, and proof of delivery help pharmacies improve adherence, reduce operational friction, and build stronger trust with patients, caregivers, and providers.Expanding LTC pharmacy-at-home services, building scalable delivery workflows, improving route efficiency, using delivery technology to support compliance, and why logistics may become a major competitive advantage for pharmacies.This episode is sponsored by Rx4Route, pharmacy delivery software designed to help pharmacies streamline delivery operations, optimize routes, track orders, and improve proof-of-delivery workflows.In our second segment, we speak with **Vincent Grippi, CEO of Grippi Media, about the dangers of AI-generated misinformation and the higher standard required in healthcare communications. As AI becomes more common in content creation, communications professionals must protect accuracy, credibility, and patient trust.In healthcare, misinformation can influence clinical understanding, damage reputations, and create confusion across the industry. That is why content for healthcare professionals must be reviewed, verified, and guided by human judgment.AI misinformation in healthcare, responsible content development, source verification, editorial review, subject-matter expertise, and how communicators can use AI without sacrificing trust.This episode connects two critical forms of trust in pharmacy: operational trust at the patient’s door and informational trust across every communication channel.Featured Guests:Joseph Dymowski, PharmD— CEO, Centennial Pharmacy ServicesDoniyor Sattarov— Vice President of Operations, Rx4RouteVincent Grippi— CEO, Grippi Media



Thursday May 07, 2026
Thursday May 07, 2026
This episode we look at a bunch of statements from the FDA and from HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. And of course there are peptides to talk about these days. Does anyone really know what’s going on with those?Our deep dive is a special one: Our guest is Al Carter, the CEO of the National Association of Boards of Pharmacy, and he gives us a totally different perspective on the regulatory landscape at the level that affects pharmacists every day.Links from the podcast:The latest FDA statement on DTE: https://fllw.me/4sL6zXw The Coalition for Compounding Excellence’s first audit process guide (compounding records and quality control): https://fllw.me/3Oew1qr FDA Law Blog on the state of peptide compounding: https://fllw.me/4cpFF2C National Association of Boards of Pharmacy: https://nabp.pharmacy Join APC! https://a4pc.org/join



Wednesday May 06, 2026
Wednesday May 06, 2026
On this episode of the Cardinal Health™ Counter Talk™ Podcast, host Jason Callori explores the benefits of co-branding your pharmacy with the Medicine Shoppe International, Inc. (MSI) franchise. The episode features Tony Ibrahim, a multi-store owner with the Medicine Shoppe® Pharmacy network, and Lance Mindt, a MSI Franchise Business Consultant.
Tony and Lance discuss how pharmacies can benefit from co-branding their stores while maintaining their local brand identity through the co-branding model. Learn how independent pharmacies can preserve their local identity, streamline operations and foster growth while gaining the support and expertise of a national franchise.
Click here to learn more about co-branding.



Tuesday May 05, 2026
Tuesday May 05, 2026
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.



Monday May 04, 2026
Monday May 04, 2026
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.



Friday May 01, 2026
TJM Labs and Pharmacists in Politics | TWIRx
Friday May 01, 2026
Friday May 01, 2026
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.



Thursday Apr 30, 2026
Tennessee PBM Reform Win | PBM Reform
Thursday Apr 30, 2026
Thursday Apr 30, 2026
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.



Tuesday Apr 28, 2026
Pain Pearls: Part 2 with Dr. Sing Ping Chow | Pain Pod
Tuesday Apr 28, 2026
Tuesday Apr 28, 2026
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!



Monday Apr 27, 2026
Monday Apr 27, 2026
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.



Friday Apr 24, 2026
Healing the Sick Care System; Why People Matter | TWIRx
Friday Apr 24, 2026
Friday Apr 24, 2026
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



Thursday Apr 23, 2026
The Pharmacy Profit Summit Live Recap Show | Part Two
Thursday Apr 23, 2026
Thursday Apr 23, 2026
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



Wednesday Apr 22, 2026
Wednesday Apr 22, 2026
“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



Tuesday Apr 21, 2026
Tuesday Apr 21, 2026
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.



Monday Apr 20, 2026
Redefining Possible; The APhA 2026 Annual Conference Post Show | Part Three
Monday Apr 20, 2026
Monday Apr 20, 2026
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!

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