Pharmacy Podcast Network

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 

Hey Pain, Sad to See You Go! (A Review of Adjuvant Pain Medications) | Pain Pod

On this episode of the PAIN POD, Mark Pain Guy Garofoli chats through the complexities of adjuvant pain medications including antidepressant and other medications from other medical condition treatment plans that overlap in mechanism with pain. Join the discussion right here, right now, on the Pain Pod. Come one, come all, to the Pain Pod!!!

The Three Pillars of Athletic Lifestyle Medicine w/ Jerzy Gregorek | Holistic Pharmacy Podcast

I had an absolute blast sitting down with today’s unique guest, chatting on everything from seeking refuge, to exercise, to cancer, to cabbage (stick around to the end to get his amazing raw vegan cabbage recipe, you & your gut will thank me later).Jerzy Gregorek is a four-time World Weightlifting Champion, poet, and co-author of The Happy Body. He helps people reverse aging, regain strength, and restore flexibility through a program that blends mindful exercise, micro progression, and emotional eating intelligence. Jerzy’s mission is to show that it’s never too late to live a quality life, build vitality, peace of mind, and longevity.Jerzy’s journey has been anything but ordinary. After falling into darkness as a teenager, he became an alcoholic from age 15 to 18. Escaping that path shaped his understanding of resilience and personal responsibility. From there, he rebuilt his life - becoming a political exile in the USA, then a world champion weightlifter, and later a mentor, poet, and PhD student. His philosophy - “Hard Choices, Easy Life; Easy Choices, Hard Life” - comes from lived experience and years of guiding people through transformation.What sets Jerzy apart is his ability to integrate physical training, creative expression, and psychological insight into a holistic approach to health and resilience. He emphasizes that emotional intelligence is a crucial element in overcoming life’s adversities, and that it can be practiced, cultivated, and mastered. His three books, titled The Happy Body: Mastering Food, Exercise, and Rest Choices, are designed to help people embrace this path of strength, wisdom, and balance. The poetry book The Happy Body: Food For Your Soul helps with emotional eating. The Happy Body Virtues: Daily Practices for the Modern Stoic helps with emotional eating and self-regulation, while I Got This: The Art of Getting Grit helps with integrating the stories that contribute to building the skill of living a good life.Jerzy has been featured on The Tim Ferriss Show, delivered a Google Talk, and spoken on numerous wellness and longevity podcasts. His work has helped thousands around the globe adopt a sustainable path to strength and wellbeing. Currently, Jerzy is pursuing a PhD in Humanistic Psychology at Saybrook University, focusing on creativity, innovation, and leadership. Connect with Jerzy via:Email: jerzygregorek@gmail.com Website: https://thehappybody.com/ X: https://x.com/thehappybody?lang=en YT: https://www.youtube.com/user/thehappybody LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jerzy-gregorek-ab87475/ 

TJM Labs, Chuck Melendi, and Bruce Kneeland | TWIRx

This episode is dedicated to the late Dr. Eric Geyer PharmD. Feautured guest Chuck Melendi Disruptive DialogueSpecial report from Bruce KneelandSponsored by TJM Labs and interview with Jonathan AdlyThis episode is sponsored by YARAL Pharma 

Technology Impact on Long term Care Pharmacy at Home | Pharmacy Tech Trends; PrimeRx

This podcast discussion with Paul Shelton zeroes in on a pivotal shift underway in community pharmacy: the expansion of Long-Term Care at Home (LTC@Home) as both a care model and a sustainable business opportunity.Shelton frames LTC@Home not as a reinvention of pharmacy practice, but as a formalization and monetization of services pharmacies are already delivering—medication synchronization, adherence packaging, clinical oversight, caregiver support, and coordination with providers. The core issue isn’t capability—it’s structure and reimbursement. Many community pharmacies are بالفعل functioning as LTC providers informally, but without the regulatory designation and billing pathways that unlock consistent revenue.A major theme in the conversation is conversion strategy. Shelton discusses how pharmacies can transition into LTC@Home providers by aligning operations with compliance standards, documentation requirements, and payer expectations. This includes setting up the right workflows, leveraging technology for med management and reporting, and ensuring staff are trained to operate within an LTC framework. Importantly, these conversions are not out of reach—they are highly achievable with the right guidance, and they allow pharmacies to immediately begin capturing value for existing services.The financial upside is significant. LTC@Home opens access to enhanced reimbursement models, service-based payments, and stronger payer relationships, especially within Medicare Advantage and managed care environments. Shelton emphasizes that pharmacies are leaving money on the table by not formalizing these services—and that LTC@Home is a direct path to correcting that.Strategically, this model positions community pharmacy at the center of aging-in-place healthcare, one of the fastest-growing segments in the industry. As more patients remain in their homes rather than institutional settings, pharmacies that adapt to LTC@Home will become essential care hubs—supporting not just medication dispensing, but ongoing clinical and logistical care.The takeaway is clear: LTC Pharmacy at Home is not just an opportunity—it’s a directional shift for the profession. Pharmacies that move early can differentiate, stabilize revenue, and deepen their role in patient care, while those that delay risk being left behind as the model becomes standard.

She's Back! Sex Therapy 101 | Sex PharmD

Re-introducing Dr A back to host Sex PharmD. Sex Therapy 101 and the 5 Love Languages
 

This Study Says Soda BOOSTS Testosterone | RxRated

Soda boosting testosterone sounds like the perfect "have your cake and eat it too" health hack, but is there any actual science behind the viral headlines? We’re breaking down the mouse study that set the internet on fire and comparing it to massive human data that tells a completely different, and much darker, story for your hormones.A 2022 study found that mice drinking 100% Coke or Pepsi actually had larger testicles and higher testosterone levels. But before you go buy a 12-pack, you need to realize that men are not mice, and what works in a 15-day rodent trial often fails miserably in humans. In fact, when we look at data from thousands of men, the reality is that high sugary drink consumption is linked to more than double the risk of clinically low testosterone. We dive into why the sugar in your soda fuels obesity and insulin resistance—two of the biggest "testosterone killers" on the planet.This show is intended for educational and informational purposeWebsite: https://RatedRxMedia.comYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@RatedRxMediaInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/ratedrxmedia/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ratedrxmedia/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/Rated-Rx/61574813907982/Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7KATtG1c3HwwYpVMtRuNubApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/rated-rx/id1804181016

Reliable Supply, Real Impact: How Consistent, On-Time Delivery Supports Pharmacy Operations | Yaral Pharma

In this industry-focused, conversational interview, Pharmacy Podcast Network Host Todd Eury speaks with Stephen Beckman, CEO of YARAL Pharma. The discussion explores YARAL Pharma’s commitment to continuity of supply, how consistent on-time delivery supports pharmacy operations, and the company’s philosophy of “Doing Things Differently” — redefining what it means to be a trusted generics partner.
 

Own Your Brand: Why a Website is Crucial for your Pharmacy | Marketing Vitals

A website is your brand identifier and how people find out about your business. We discuss why just social media isn't enough, but how it can work in tangent with a website. And also the benefits of working with a vendor that works with you in building a custom site and gives you access for ongoing management if you choose. 

The New Revenue Blueprint & Pharmacy Profit Summit 26 | PharmacyTech Trends; PrimeRx

Welcome to Tech Trends Pharmacy Podcast sponsored by PrimeRx, today's a special epsiode features the original "Pharmacy Badass" CEO of DiversifyRx, and founder of the Pharmacy Profit Summit, Dr. Lisa Faast. PAUSE, Get ready for a discussion on a blueprint on generating new non-PBM revenues and a sneak peak of "Pharmacy Profit Summit 2026 in Dallas, coming March 28 through 29th in Dallas.

The Pennsylvania Pharmacist Association's Annual Conference Post Show | Part Three (Finale)

Welcome to this special three-part press coverage series from the Pharmacy Podcast Network, recorded on location at the Pennsylvania Pharmacists Association Annual Conference, held February 20th through the 22nd at the Hilton Harrisburg.
This series is proudly sponsored by Value Drug Company and the Pennsylvania Pharmacists Care Network — PPCN — as they celebrate their 10th anniversary of advancing pharmacist-led patient care across the Commonwealth.
 
In this episode we hear from:
Nicole Mannella Hasson - Value Drug
Kyle McCormick PharmD & Brandon Antinopoulos, PharmD
Kerry Trueman - AlignRx
Nishaminy (Nish) Kasbekar, PharmD, BSPharm, FASHP - Penn Medicine 
Mark Pilkington, BS Pharm, MS
Justin Leonard - PrimeRx
Michael D. Hogue, PharmD, FAPhA
Victoria Elliot - CEO PPA

The Compounding AI Primer Episode | Essential; Pharmacy Compounding Podcast APC

This week we look at a somewhat confusing, possibly problematic FDA statement, as well as the anti-compounding bills popping up across the country. Our Deep Dive this week is a hot topic: AI in pharmacies — how it’s being used successfully, but also how you can use it to streamline your workflow and, yes, even increase your bottom line. Our expert will tell you what to look for, and what easy pitfall you need to avoid. Links from the podcast: The troublesome FDA statement: https://fllw.me/4utzQIw APC’s Snapshot of Pharmacy Compounding: https://a4pc.org/snapshot Read more about the 2002 Supreme Court case "Thompson v. Western States Medical Center": https://www.oyez.org/cases/2001/01-344 TJM Labs: https://tjmlabs.com Join APC: https://a4pc.org/join

The Pennsylvania Pharmacist Association's Annual Conference Post Show | Part Two

Welcome to this special three-part press coverage series from the Pharmacy Podcast Network, recorded on location at the Pennsylvania Pharmacists Association Annual Conference, held February 20th through the 22nd at the Hilton Harrisburg.
This series is proudly sponsored by Value Drug Company and the Pennsylvania Pharmacists Care Network — PPCN — as they celebrate their 10th anniversary of advancing pharmacist-led patient care across the Commonwealth.
 
In this episode we hear from:
Darryle Tillman, RPh & John DeJames
Jonathan Ference PharmD
Jake Reckenbauher
Dr Gavin Merin & Angela York - Value Drug
Tom DePietro

AI, Pharmacy System Evolution & Emerging Therapies | TWIRx

On this week’s This Week in Pharmacy (TWIRx), we explore how innovation, technology, and emerging therapies are reshaping pharmacy practice. From the growing influence of AI in medical information research, to the next generation of pharmacy management systems, and the expanding role of cell and gene therapies, this episode brings together industry leaders to discuss what’s next for pharmacy.
Special thanks to this week’s sponsors Cardinal Health, Independent Pharmacy Cooperative (IPC), and Nested Knowledge for supporting the podcast.
Segment 1 – AI & the Future of Medical Information with Nested Knowledge
Nested Knowledge returns to TWIRx as we welcome back Keith Kallmes, Co-Founder of Nested Knowledge, for an update on how artificial intelligence is transforming the way healthcare professionals access and interpret medical information.
Keith explains how AI-powered tools are improving evidence synthesis, systematic literature reviews, and clinical decision support, helping researchers and clinicians navigate the growing volume of medical literature while enabling faster, more reliable insights.
Segment 2 – The Evolution of Pharmacy Management Systems with Outcomes
Next, we’re joined by Lou Ann Myers from Outcomes to discuss how pharmacy management systems are evolving beyond traditional dispensing.
Modern pharmacies require integrated technology connecting billing, treatment planning, clinical tracking, inventory management, and revenue-generating services. Lou Ann shares why these systems must support both clinical services and business sustainability as pharmacies expand into value-based care and new service models.
Segment 3 – Emerging Therapies with Cardinal Health
In our final segment, we welcome Dr. Fran Gregory, PharmD, Vice President of Emerging Therapies (Cell & Gene, Biosimilars) at Cardinal Health, to discuss one of the most transformative areas in healthcare.
Dr. Gregory explores the growing impact of cell and gene therapies and biosimilars, and what these innovations mean for pharmacists, health systems, and specialty pharmacy providers as the industry prepares for new challenges in distribution, access, and reimbursement.
About TWIRx (This Week in Pharmacy)TWIRx is the flagship news and commentary podcast from the Pharmacy Podcast Network, delivering weekly insights on the business, technology, and policy shaping the pharmacy profession.