Pharmacy Podcast Network

Part Two: The FUTURE of Pennsylvania Pharmacy at PPA 2024 | Pennsylvania Pharmacists Association

This is the Pharmacy Podcast Network's press coverage special episode of the 2024 Pennsylvania Pharmacist Association's Annual Conference. The PPA 2024 was on February 2nd through 4th in Harrisburg. There was a record setting number of pharmacy student participants ready to learn about the future of pharmacy care in the Keystone State. The educational programming was stacked with some amazing pharmacist providers and the networking events connected pharmacy operators and academia with industry businesses supporting pharmacy care in Pennsylvania. 
 
In this episode: 
Mark Bucklaw RICP®Park Avenue Securities Rini Karmaker, PharmD Head of Operations and SalesMedEssist
 
Sara Lynn Farwell, PharmDMSL | Novavax Shawn Nairn RphACORx | Community Pharmacy 
 
Last interview with Dr. Chris Antypas, PharmD. 2024 PPA President and the CEO of the PPA Victoria E. Elliott, RPh, MBA.
The press coverage for the PPA 2024 is sponsored by PrimeRx the Powerful Pharmacy Management Software That Works Hard So You Don’t Have To and we'd also like to thank RxSafe for sponsoring the PPN's press coverage. Check out PrimeRx.ioand visit RxSafe.com

Pharmacy Care and Digital Health, a Report from Galen Growth & FINN Partners

In 2023, the digital health ecosystem witnessed notable consolidation, increased investor scrutiny and a decline in investor support. Health systems prioritised operational efficiency and big tech made strategic investments in emerging AI capabilities.
This podcast is an interview with Julien de Salaberry CEO of Galen Growth, Gil Bashe Chair of Global Health and Purpose at FINN Partners, and our host Dr. Simi Burn PharmD.  We review the 2023 report, compiled by Galen Growth and FINN Partners, which charts the complex and fragmented Digital Health landscape and how Pharmacy care can be impacted.  

With 4700 Pharmacies, a New President, Great Support and New Ideas Health Mart is Well-Prepared for the Future | Pharmacy Crossroads

Two experienced and dedicated female executives take time from their busy schedule to talk  about how the Health Mart program is working to help members move into the future.  Crystal Lennartz, the newly appointed president of Health Mart and Health Mart Atlas is joined by Nancy Lyons, VP and Chief Pharmacy officer in this information packed podcast.  Together they provide insights and heads-up on what new, improved and coming for this major pharmacy franchise.  
 

EAI & Machine Learning in LTC Pharmacy | Framework Focus

In this episode, Shelly Spiro, Executive Director of the Pharmacy Health Information Technology Collaborative, joins us to explore EAI and Machine Learning in LTC Pharmacy. We explore challenges facing LTC pharmacies and how AI offers solutions. We discuss how to ensure data security and privacy with AI integration. We examine barriers to adoption and ways to streamline implementation. Finally, we delve into AI's role in facilitating collaboration in healthcare and ethical considerations in AI-driven decision-making. 
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Trauma Informed in Primary Care & Nervous System Response | The Beyond Functional Pharmacy Podcast

We are not taught in preventative or primary care the relationship that ones trauma can have on their overall health and wellbeing. Being trauma informed can help the practitioner create protocols and plans for the client, including nervous system repair strategies for their optimal health and reaching their goals.

Amplifying Pharmacy through Collaborations with Ahunna Freeman | The Holistic Pharmacy Podcast

Hello fellow humans and healthcare leaders! I hope everyone had an amazing Valentine’s day and keeping up with the theme, I am beyond honored to introduce my next guest who has so much heart and courage. With this episode, we hope to inspire other pharmacists to lean into their unique qualities and coaching. My guest’s message to listeners is this: use the power of collaboration to fulfill your professional calling even if it's outside your comfort zone; just learn as you go.You don't have to wait on the sidelines to be granted the professional power & permission to help and heal our patients. There are organizations, patients, and providers that are looking for our expertise. For the ones that aren't, we'll keep educating them along the way without compromising our potential.Ahunna Freeman is a Nigerian-American. She completed her undergraduate studies in Chemistry at The University of North Carolina at Asheville. She earned her Doctor of Pharmacy Degree at Campbell University College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences.Ahunna Freeman began her career in pharmacy as a community pharmacist in one of the big box retail pharmacy giants. There, she fell in love with problem-solving using her skills and expertise. In 2014, Ahunna quit corporate America, opened Southside Discount Pharmacy with her husband, and began the journey of pharmacy ownership, preceptorship, and entrepreneurship. She is the president of Aligned Care LLC, a healthcare company that endorses a team-based approach to patient care in community practices. Aligned Care LLC provides consulting services to pharmacists and other healthcare providers as well as preventive care services for medical practices.Ahunna is an established trusted pillar of support for health and wellness in her virtual and in-person communities. She is passionate about preventive care, clinical services in community pharmacies, patient education/health literacy, and pharmacist-provider collaborations that provide real patient care solutions in community practices.Connect with Ahunna via:Email: DrFreeman@SouthsideDiscountRx.com  Website: Southside Discount Pharmacy, Aligned CareFB: Southside Discount PharmacyIG: @southsidediscountpharmacyLinked In: Ahunna Freeman, PharmD, BCGPMention this episode to receive a 10% discount offer on any product of Aligned Care LLC either from Aligned Care Academy products or MyPharmacist product.

Insights from the Experts: The Carolan Group on Medical Science Liaison | TWIRx

March 8th 2024: This Week in Pharmacy we talk 'Medical Science Liaisons' and #Pharmacists with the The Carolan Group -- Sarah Snyder PharmD and Tom Caravela!Our special correspondence coverage from Dr. Marci Strauss, PharmD, President of Maryland Pharmacists Association on State Associations and updates.On this Episode of #TWIRx we're reviewing the #PBMReform temperature heating up, #DrugShortages, the #CyberAttacks impact on #PublicHealth, and sending a 'Tweet' to Mark Cuban to say thank you for the amazing testimony to the #WhiteHouse Panel discussion on #pharmacy benefit managers.All this and a special thank you to YARAL Pharma for sponsoring today's TWIRx

The FUTURE of Pennsylvania Pharmacy at PPA 2024 | Pennsylvania Pharmacists Association

This is the Pharmacy Podcast Network's press coverage special episode of the 2024 Pennsylvania Pharmacist Association's Annual Conference. The PPA 2024 was on February 2nd through 4th in Harrisburg. There was a record setting number of pharmacy student participants ready to learn about the future of pharmacy care in the Keystone State. The educational programming was stacked with some amazing pharmacist providers and the networking events connected pharmacy operators and academia with industry businesses supporting pharmacy care in Pennsylvania. 
 
In this episode: 
Mayank (Dr. Mak) Amin, PharmD, RPh, MBA 'Superman Pharmacist,' Community Servant at Skippack Pharmacy
Anthony Mahajan Health Law Alliance 
Chichi Ilonzo Momah, PharmD, CPGx  CEO & Founder Springfield Pharmaceuticals LLC  & Springfield Pharmacy 
Erich Cushey, PharmDOwner/Pharmacist at Curtis Pharmacy 
Jena Quinn, PharmD, BCPPS Perfecting Peds | Host 'Pediatric Pharmacist Review' 
John DeJames Manager of Clinical Services and DevelopmentValue Drug CompanyJon Minkin NimbleRx The press coverage for the PPA 2024 is sponsored by PrimeRx the Powerful Pharmacy Management Software That Works Hard So You Don’t Have To and we'd also like to thank RxSafe for sponsoring the PPN's press coverage. Check out PrimeRx.ioand visit RxSafe.com

How Integrated Care Produces Superior Outcomes: Rheumatoid Arthritis | Specialty Solutions; A Podcast on Improving Clinical Outcomes

How Integrated Care Produces Superior Outcomes: Rheumatoid ArthritisThis is the third segment of our four-part series outlining how the Shields Health Solutions integrated care model generates superior clinical outcomes in various complex disease states, anchored by Jennifer Donovan, PharmD, VP of Clinical Services at Shields Health Solutions. This week, we also spoke with Anthony Morelli, PharmD, BCGP, CSP, Clinical Pharmacist at Shields Health Solutions to address how Shields partners set themselves apart in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) care.Jennifer Donovan, PharmD - Vice President of Clinical Services at Shields Health Solutions and Anthony Morelli, PharmD, BCGP, CSP - Clinical Pharmacist at Shields Health Solutions

What is Congress Doing to Help with PBM Reform? | PBM Reform Podcast

We're excited to welcome back Congressmen Buddy Carter, with the 1st District of Georgia. Breck L. Rice with ServRx hosts this special PBM Reform Podcast episode. 
Understanding PBM's Role At the core of this complex narrative are the PBMs, entities that have long operated in the shadows of healthcare, negotiating drug prices, and managing prescription drug benefits. They are the unseen intermediaries among health insurance companies, Medicare Part D plans, and employers, wielding significant influence over what drugs are covered and at what price.
The call for reform has been fuelled by concerns that PBMs contribute to skyrocketing drug prices through opaque pricing schemes and rebates, with critics arguing for measures to enhance competition, transparency, and ultimately reduce costs for consumers.
Yet, as the recent Congressional delay demonstrates, the path to reform is fraught with complexity. A Delayed Decision: Implications and Insights The postponement of PBM reform legislation reflects more than just a legislative stalemate; it underscores the significant challenges in balancing competing interests within the healthcare sector. 
While the delay may be seen as a setback by advocates of reform, it also highlights the difficulties in enacting changes in a highly regulated and interconnected industry. The momentum for reform, as evidenced by the support from 39 state attorneys general and ongoing investigations by federal agencies, suggests that this issue remains at the forefront of healthcare policy debates.
The coalition of state AGs, along with proposed bills aimed at increasing transparency and regulatory oversight, signal a continued push for legislative solutions. Looking Ahead: The Future of PBM Reform Despite the current pause, the conversation around PBM reform is far from over.
 
The landscape is marked by a blend of cautious optimism and unresolved tensions, with stakeholders closely watching how future legislative efforts will unfold. The need for reform is clear, with calls for greater transparency, fair pricing, and increased competition echoing across the healthcare industry. As the debate continues, it remains to be seen how Congress will navigate these complex issues and what impact future actions will have on drug costs, patient access, and the overall healthcare system.
 
What is clear, however, is that the path forward requires a delicate balancing act, one that reconciles the need for innovation and efficiency with the imperative of ensuring equitable access to medications for all Americans.
 
Written by Anthony Raphael author at Medriva