Pharmacy Podcast Network

Workforce & Wellness – Staffing Solutions & Smarter Medications | TWIRx

This week on TWIRx – This Week in Pharmacy, we dive into two critical business topics impacting the pharmacy industry: staffing solutions and access to better medication options.
Our first guest, Doniyor Sattarov, Vice President of PharmaStaff (pharmastaff.com), joins us to discuss staffing challenges in pharmacy and how outsourcing workforce solutions can boost efficiency and profitability. PharmaStaff, the official sponsor of PPN’s Press & Media coverage at APhA 2025, specializes in building remote pharmacy workforces, helping operations scale without sacrificing quality.
Next, we talk with  (fh2pharma.net) about their upcoming presence at the Pharmacy Profit Summit 2025 in Dallas. FH2 Pharma is committed to providing pharmacies with better access to medications with optimized dosing options, helping independent and specialty pharmacies improve patient care while enhancing profitability.
💡 Don’t miss this episode filled with valuable insights on improving workforce strategies and expanding pharmacy access to essential medications!
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ATRIUMX 2025 Press Coverage (Two-Part Series) | Part One

In Part 1, Todd and Adam sit down with industry leaders to discuss technology, business strategy, and the future of independent pharmacy.
Guests:
Matthew Gilbert, Vice President of Business Transformation, RxSafe, LLCwww.rxsafe.com
Josiah (Joe) Bunting, Owner, Bunting Family Pharmacywww.buntingfamilypharmacy.com
Chris Cornelison, CEO, Solutions Rxwww.solutionsrx.com
Marc Joiner, Brand Strategy & Business Development, MEDISCAwww.medisca.com
Rich Danhof, Partner, Independent Rx Consultingwww.independentrxconsulting.com
Dae Lee, Pharm.D, Esq., CPBS, Buchanan Ingersoll & Rooney PCwww.bipc.com

Advocating for LTC Pharmacy: Policy Battles & Industry Shifts | FrameworkFocus™

The political landscape is shifting, and long-term care (LTC) pharmacies are feeling the impact. In this episode of FrameworkFocus, we sit down with Alan Rosenbloom, President & CEO of the Senior Care Pharmacy Coalition, to discuss the key policy challenges facing LTC pharmacies in 2025. From the effects of the Inflation Reduction Act and ongoing PBM reform efforts to the push for LTC at Home and the looming threat of NADAC payment changes, Alan breaks down what’s happening in Washington and what it means for LTC pharmacies nationwide. Tune in for expert insights on the regulatory road ahead and how the industry can advocate for meaningful change.
 

Sports Pharmacy: Play Ball! | Pain Pod

This episode of the Pain Pod takes a moment to sit down with THE Pharmacist Athlete, Dr. Brandon Welch!What is sports pharmacy? Patient athletes? Where does a pharmacist fit into sports teams? All of this and much, much more. Perhaps even a little inspiration to figure out your dreams and live them out!Come one, come all, to the Pain Pod!!!Pain Guy• www.painguy.usPharmacy Athlete• https://pharmacyathlete.com/ 

Accessing Vaccines at Pharmacies with Interactive Maps | Building Vaccine Confidence with APhA

·              Featured Guests:
Brigid Groves, PharmD, MS 
Mitch Rothholz, RPh, MBA, FAPhA
Lucas Berenbrok, PharmD, MS, BCACP, FAPhA 
·              Key Takeaway: Knowing where patients can find vaccines at pharmacies is crucial to increasing convenient access.
 
Listen to all 3-parts of this series: 
https://pharmacypodcast.com/2025/03/10/vaccine-confident-podcast-series/ 

Bup Basics: Buprenorphine for Pain Management | Geriatric Pharmacy Focus

Dr. Tamara Ruggles:  www.linkedin.com/in/tamara-ruggles-491882251Dr. Sing Ping Show:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/sing-ping-chow-pharm-d-bcps-497365175/Understanding Buprenorphine for Use in Chronic Pain: Expert Opinion:  https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31917418/ 

New Partnership Empowering Independent Pharmacy & GLP-1 Marketing | TWIRx

Our first feature on "This Week in Pharmacy" is the announcement about IPC and LPG:The Independent Pharmacy Cooperative (IPC) and Legacy Pharmacy Group (LPG) are partnering to improve patient care and strengthen community pharmacies. 
How will the partnership help pharmacies and patients?
Streamlined supply chain
The partnership will improve the supply chain for essential medications and healthcare products. 
Competitive pricing
The partnership will help pharmacies get better pricing and discounts. 
Digital health services
IPC's iCare+ platform will give LPG members access to digital health services like telehealth, patient transport, and discount prescriptions. 
Legislative advocacy
IPC and LPG will work together to advocate for PBM reform, pharmacist provider status, and patient access to cost-effective medications. 
What are IPC and LPG?
IPC - A member-owned Group Purchasing Organization (GPO) that supports independent pharmacies across the United States. 
LPG - A pharmacy group that offers programs and systems to help members promote and expand their business. 
What does this partnership mean?
The partnership will create new opportunities for growth and improve patient care. Press Release: https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/independent-pharmacy-cooperative-ipc-and-legacy-pharmacy-group-lpg-announce-strategic-cooperation-agreement-302377435.html Our second part features a fun conversation with Dr. Joey Mattingly, Associate Professor & Vice Chair of Research at the University of Utah College of Pharmacy and Darshan Kulkarni PharmD Esq.  Linkedin Top Voice| Life Science Lawyer | Emily Whitehead Foundation Board Member talking about the state of GLP-1 Advertising. A venture-funded startup is partnering with compounding pharmacies to market and distribute compounded GLP-1s across state lines. (Whoa!) https://www.linkedin.com/posts/joeymattingly_congrats-to-fella-health-for-getting-its-activity-7301247943108440067-UCWB?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_desktop&rcm=ACoAAABrTvQB0dlEVm5vGSXYR3MCaqeEzqaBQ8M 
New boost

NPTA’s 26th Anniversary Special | CPhT Connect

mike@thejohnstongroup.org ashleigh@thejohnstongroup.org
 

Spend More Time Caring for Patients: Talking Technology to Drive Efficiencies with D2 Solutions | NASP Specialty Pharmacy Podcast

In this episode of the NASP Podcast, Sheila Arquette, President & CEO of NASP, speaks with Dean Erhardt, President & CEO of D2 Solutions. They discuss how specialty pharmacies can leverage technology and data analytics to navigate complex accreditation demands and automate high volume low value activity workflows so the expert clinicians can do what they do best - care for patients.

You Need This Tool In Your Practice | PharmXcel

In this episode, I have a chat with Kristine Ashcraft and Burns Blaxall about how precision-based prescribing is an essential tool for every pharmacist to adopt with urgency—we talk about:• Pharmacogenomics is a simple way to improve patient outcomes – If you think pharmacogenomics (PGx) is too complex? It’s actually just another tool to help you do what you already do—optimize medications for better patient outcomes. Dr. Burns Blaxall breaks it down in a way that makes sense for everyday pharmacy practice.• Real-World proof: better outcomes, fewer medication failures – Studies show that PGx can reduce adverse drug events by 30% and prevent unnecessary ER visits and hospitalizations. If you’ve ever wished for a way to make sure a medication works before a patient even takes the first dose, this is it.• Making PGx work in your practice (don’t let perfection be the enemy of the good) – The biggest roadblocks to using PGx? Lack of awareness, integration challenges, and concerns about reimbursement. But here’s the good news—pharmacists don’t have to wait for a perfect system to start making an impact. Small steps can lead to big results.• Strengthening your role as a healthcare provider – PGx is a powerful way to elevate your role in patient care and get recognized as a key decision-maker in medication management. Building strong relationships with physicians and demonstrating your value in clinical decisions can open new doors for your career.• Success Stories that show PGx in action – Imagine stopping a patient from undergoing an unnecessary, high-risk procedure—just by using PGx testing. That’s exactly what happened in one case shared in this episode. If you’ve ever felt stuck in the cycle of dispensing and reacting to medication failures, PGx offers a proactive way to make a real difference.Join the ElevateRx Pharmacogenomics Summit to learn how to bring Pharmacogenomics to your practice - https://elevaterx.live/Follow Kristine Ashcraft on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristineashcraft/Follow Burns Blaxall on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/burnsblaxall/About me:👉 Visit www.apma.website to learn how I teach pharmacists the role of genes in medication response inside the Australasian Precision Medicine Academy.👉 Visit www.katrinaazer.com to find out more about my services.Follow me on social media:➡️ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katrina-azer/➡️ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/katrina.azer/The PharmXcel Podcast is a show for pharmacists who want to connect with their career purpose and learn how to build a fulfilling career by addressing the opportunities and challenges that make us pharmacists—Pharmacists who signed up for pharmacy to help transform patient lives!Thanks for listening in—it means the world to me!Here is how you can support my mission:Give it a 5-star rating wherever you’re listening to itShare this with other Pharmacists who would enjoy itSubscribe to get notified of new episodesAnd please reach out if you have any questions or comments!Your feedback will help me bring you valuable content
 

The GLP-1 Debate | TWIRx Special Episode

In this special episode of This Week in Pharmacy, we dive into one of the most debated topics in healthcare today: GLP-1 receptor agonists. Joining the discussion are Josh Pirestani, Editor-in-Chief of Dispense Times; Dr. Darshan Kulkarni, PharmD, of Kulkarni Law Firm; and Dr. Masoud Rashidi, PharmD, FAPC, CEO of Innovative Compounding Pharmacy.
Whether you see the latest weight loss drugs as a miracle or a menace, the hype around GLP-1s is impossible to ignore. What started with Ozempic, a diabetes treatment, quickly shifted into a global weight-loss trend. Soon after, Wegovy, a high-dose version officially marketed for obesity, took center stage. The popularity of these medications skyrocketed, catapulting their manufacturer’s market value beyond the entire economy of Denmark. And now, Eli Lilly's Zepbound has entered the competitive landscape.
Our expert panel explores the current state of GLP-1s, discussing:✅ The clinical impact and efficacy of these drugs✅ Safety concerns and side effects✅ Ethical considerations surrounding off-label use✅ The skyrocketing demand and supply shortages✅ How compounding pharmacies are navigating the GLP-1 surge
With soaring demand and increasing controversy, the conversation around these medications is far from over. Tune in for an insightful discussion on what’s next for GLP-1 receptor agonists and the future of weight loss treatments.
🎧 Listen now and stay informed on the latest pharmacy trends!

Accessing Vaccines at Pharmacies with Interactive Maps | Vaccine Confident with APhA

Featured Guests:
Brigid Groves, PharmD, MS 
Mitch Rothholz, RPh, MBA, FAPhA
Lucas Berenbrok, PharmD, MS, BCACP, FAPhA 
·              Key Takeaway: Knowing where patients can find vaccines at pharmacies is crucial to increasing convenient access.
 

Unlock Pharmacy Industry Success: Explore the PrimeRx Ecosystem | Tech Trends: PrimeRx

Guests:Ketan Mehta, CEOSamir Haleem, VP of Operations In this episode of the PrimeRx series on the Pharmacy Podcast Network, we dive into the PrimeRx Ecosystem with special guests Ketan Mehta, CEO of PrimeRx, and Samir Haleem, VP of Operations. This episode explores how PrimeRx’s comprehensive pharmacy operations platform streamlines workflow, integrates vendor partnerships, and scales pharmacy growth through innovative technology. Ketan and Samir discuss the necessity of an ecosystem approach for modern pharmacies, the importance of training and supporting staff, and the role of automation and API-driven integrations in optimizing pharmacy operations. They also highlight how PrimeRx’s solutions simplify pharmacy transactions, from checkout procedures to payer integration, ultimately reducing administrative burdens for pharmacy owners. Tune in to hear real-life success stories and insights into how PrimeRx helps pharmacies enhance their profitability and operational efficiency. Stay tuned for the next episode and learn how you can get started with PrimeRx today!

Pharmacy Beat with Bruce Kneeland: Marketing Your Brand | Marketing Vitals

You’ve developed a brand for your business. Now what? How do you instill your brand into your local market? Kelly Bailey is joined on this month’s Marketing Vitals podcast by independent pharmacy specialist, Bruce Kneeland, to dive deeper into branding and how to utilize it in your community to make a strong, lasting impression.

The Future of Pharmacogenomics, State Rep Cook, & Super Culture | TWIRx

The Future of Pharmacogenomics, State Rep Cook, & Super Culture | TWIRx 
Howard McLeod, PharmD
Katrina Azer
About the ElevateRx Event - Pharmacogenomics Virtual SummitApril 12, 2025 12pm -6pm ETAbout the ElevateRx Event: This event is for you if you want to: bring innovation and fresh ideas to your practice elevate your career with new skills and expertise learn how precision prescribing reduces adverse events and improves patient outcomes learn step-by-step how top pharmacogenomics pharmacists are successfully implementing PGx across various settings This event is open to pharmacists worldwide, providing practical PGx implementation strategies applicable across diverse healthcare settings.Bud Cook50th Legislative DistrictPennsylvania House of RepresentativesGO BIG & COME HOME!!Representative Cook recently spoke at the Washington County commissioners monthly meeting about his newest initiative – “Come Home…GO BIG!” The initiative highlights Southwestern Pennsylvania, which consists of Washington, Fayette, Greene, Westmoreland and Allegheny counties, as the best place in the Commonwealth to live and work.“I stood before the commissioners and asked for a committed partnership from them in pursuing this idea,” said Cook. “I want to publicly thank them for the opportunity to present Come Home…GO BIG! I look forward to potentially working with them in the months to come.” - said Rep CookIn May 2021, Cook started to ask the public “Why Not Here?” As many people had the opportunity to work from anywhere during the pandemic, he questioned why people wouldn’t want to live and work in one of the tightest-knit communities in the Commonwealth. Thus, began his focus to make Southwestern Pennsylvania a home for many and a tourist destination for others.Chris Cornelison, RPhAuthor & CEO SolutionsRxCreator of Super Culture™ Framework
In Super Culture™, Chris Cornelison outlines five steps to transform workplaces into thriving environments where employees feel energized and appreciated. Drawing from his experience, he emphasizes the importance of building a Super Culture™, retaining talent, fostering collaboration, and improving results.

Pain Relief Using The Power Of Touch with Njideka Olatunde | Holistic Pharmacy Podcast

Welcome back to Season 8 of the Holistic Pharmacy Podcast! With this opening episode, my guest and I discuss a very controversial topic that doesn’t have a great solution in the medical field. Tune in to learn why the power of touch and Reflexology is important in relieving physical, mental and emotional pain as a medication and addiction free alternative without side effects.Dr. Njideka N. Olatunde, is a visionary and creative energy behind Focus On Healing Wellness Institute, she is an accomplished Naturopath and a leading authority on the cultural integration of traditional health practices with conventional medicine for mind, body and emotional wellness. She is an author, acclaimed speaker, Podcast Host, Master Reflexologist, Pain Relief Educator and consultant who has helped thousands of chronic pain sufferers relieve pain first with addiction and medication-free pain relief treatment, using the power of touch and Reflexology, as an alternative in addressing the opioid epidemic.Connect with Njideka via:Email: fesnno7@gmail.com Website:https://focusonhealing.com FB:https://facebook.com/PainReliefwithReflexology IG:https://instagram.com/evolving_butterfly Linked In: http://www.linkedin.com/in/njidekanolatunde YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@changingliveswithtouchology X (Twitter) http://twitter.com/FOHReflexology Podcast: https://www.touchologywellnessexperience.com/episodes/   Free download Gift: Medication & Addiction Free Pain Relief PosterWebsite Link: touchologyreflexology.com   Visit 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.

Engaging Communities to Strengthen Vaccine Confidence | Building Vaccine Confidence with APhA

Objective: Discuss community-level strategies to engage individuals and special populations.
·              Topics Covered:
o   Community outreach programs driven by pharmacists.
·              Unique to pharmacists and the pharmacy team is their ability to get outside of their 4 walls and bring vaccines and other healthcare services to where people are
o   Central to many of these programs is support from government agencies and other payers – the availability of these resources in the future is unclear at this time.
o   Utilization of Community Health Workers (CPESN/NCPA Health Care Worker / Technician program)
§  There are pilots using codes that could be billed for this service.  Question is will money continue to be available
§  Build on trust the public has with pharmacy team members – think about what other screening / preventive services you can incorporate with these trained individuals. - they can be ambassadors for your practice
o   Addressing cultural and socioeconomic barriers to vaccine confidence.
Connect with trusted community leaders
Understand concerns from the populations your serve and who the influencers are with the community and family units
Don’t preach – provide credible information and let them process it
o   Case studies of innovative engagement efforts, including partnerships with local organizations and faith-based groups.
Offer to do talks
Have discussion with organization leader and provide them with the facts they can use to reinforce messages
o   How pharmacies can leverage their accessibility to serve as vaccination champions.
Luke can talk about access; distance to pharmacies; pharmacy deserts
Community health clinics, events, politicians events, etc.
·              Featured Guests:
Brigid Groves, PharmD, MS 
Mitch Rothholz, RPh, MBA, FAPhA
Lucas Berenbrok, PharmD, MS, BCACP, FAPhA 
·              Key Takeaway: Collaboration with communities 
 
Listen to all 3-parts of this series: 
https://pharmacypodcast.com/2025/03/10/vaccine-confident-podcast-series/ 

The Front End Pharmacy: Optimizing Your Retail Space For Success | Cardinal Health™ Counter Talk™ Podcast

Join Jason Callori and special guest Kim Stokell, Director of Consumer Health Marketing at Cardinal Health, as they dive deep into front-end optimization. This episode explores the importance of a well-designed and merchandised front-end space, how to identify your customer base and their health priorities, and the role of private label products in driving sales. Kim shares valuable insights on how to create a high-performing front end that enhances patient care, boosts profits, and positions your pharmacy as a trusted resource in your community. Learn about the latest trends in customer buying habits, the importance of community engagement, and how to achieve front-end success.

How to Become a Sports Pharmacist & Build a Career You Love | PharmXcel Podcast

Want to break into sports pharmacy or design a career that truly excites you? In this episode, I sit down with Jessica, a sports pharmacist, consultant, and health content creator, to discuss how curiosity and strategic action unlocked her career potential.We cover:• What a sports pharmacist actually does and how they support athletes• How to become a sports pharmacy consultant (even if you’re starting from scratch)• Why community pharmacists can serve as ‘sports pharmacy hubs’ for athletes• The #1 strategy to attract clients and grow your business• How social media can open doors in pharmacy and sports medicine• Overcoming fear and building a career by designResources:👉  Connect with Jessica on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jessica-beal-stahl-pharmd-994603140/👉 FIP: Sports pharmacy practice and education: A global overview - https://selfcare.fip.org/publications/sports-pharmacy-practice-and-education-a-global-overview/👉 International Sports Pharmacists Network has links and educational resources for specific countries - https://www.sportspharmacists.org/index.php👉 U.S. Sports Pharmacy Group - https://www.ussportspharmacy.org/👉 Anti-Doping Educational Resources - https://www.wada-ama.org/en/athletes-support-personnel/anti-doping-education ----About me:👉 Visit www.apma.website to learn how I teach pharmacists the role of genes in medication response inside the Australasian Precision Medicine Academy.👉 Visit www.katrinaazer.com to find out more about my services.----Follow me on social media:➡️ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katrina-azer/➡️ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/katrina.azer/----The PharmXcel Podcast is a show for pharmacists who want to connect with their career purpose and learn how to build a fulfilling career by addressing the opportunities and challenges that make us pharmacists—Pharmacists who signed up for pharmacy to help transform patient lives!Thanks for listening in—it means the world to me!Here is how you can support my mission:➡️ Give it a 5-star rating wherever you’re listening to it➡️ Share this with other Pharmacists who would enjoy it➡️ Subscribe to get notified of new episodes➡️ And please reach out if you have any questions or comments!Your feedback will help me bring you valuable content

Journavx: A Quick Journey into the Novel Non-Opioid Pain Med | Pain Pod

Extra Extra, Read all about it! Actually, it’s a podcast, Listen all about it! New Pain Med! New Pain Med! New Non-Opioid Pain Med!Suzetrigine (Journavx) is now FDA Approved for Moderate to Severe Acute Pain in Adults, but what fun facts come along with it?????We turn to the Simpsons, Brugada, and enjoy some club seats while succinctly reviewing everything there is to know about this new non-opioid pain medication on the Pain Pod!Come one, come all, to the Pain Pod!!!Pain Guy• www.painguy.us