Pharmacy Podcast Network

PBM Reform Efforts Stalled in Congress | PBM Reform

In the Senate, there are 3 committees that have advanced legislation on PBM reforms, with leadership supporting a floor vote before the end of 2023. In the House, a consolidated bill was released in September and although there are plans for a full House vote, they are stalled due to the current issues in Congress.There are 3 key jurisdictions and proposed plans of the Senate that focused on in the session: The Finance Committee, including Medicare and Medicaid; the Health, Education, Labor, and Pension (HELP) Committee, including plans that regulate under the Employee Retirement and Income Security Act and the Affordability Care Act; and the Commerce Committee, including interstate commerce and the Federal Trade Commission (FTC).
The Finance Committee Package includes the prohibition of spread pricing in Part D for Medicaid and Medicare managed care. The Part D rebates must also be passed through the prescription drug plan sponsors, used to lower the costs for prescription drugs with a 100% pass-through in Medicaid managed care, according to Andel.Reference:https://www.pharmacytimes.com/view/amcp-session-provides-updates-on-pbm-reform-efforts-currently-stalled-in-congress GuestsErich Cushey PharmD - Pharmacy Owner Curtis Pharmacy Seema Kazmi, PharmD Seema currently serves on the Board of the Pennsylvania Pharmacists Association as a Practice Setting Director for pharmacists in Managed Care, Pharmaceutical Industry, Government Affairs and other practice settings. Dr. Kazmi has been a pharmacist for over 17 years and started her pharmacy career as an overnight community pharmacist in Levittown, Pa.  Dr. Kazmi is a graduate of Philadelphia College of Pharmacy and is a licensed pharmacist in six states, serving in leadership and management roles in managed care, pharmaceutical industry, community pharmacy, long-term care, and public service. Seema Kazmi, PharmD currently serves on the Board of the Pennsylvania Pharmacists Association as a Practice Setting Director for pharmacists in Managed Care, Pharmaceutical Industry, Government Affairs and other practice settings. 

Guest Interview with Jeff Stevens, CEO of Psyched Wellness | Neural Pharm Podcast

Jeff joins Colby on the podcast to discuss their flagship Amanita muscaria extract "Calm," containing Muscimol.
Footnotes:
To find out more on Psyched Wellness, or to order Calm to have it shipped to home, click on the link here:
For more on Amanita Muscaria, please view the article I published on my Substack by clicking the link here
Wired article on microdosing: https://www.wired.co.uk/article/microdosing-workplace-shroom-boom#intcid=_wired-uk-bottom-recirc_397cdbf7-d656-4f04-b4a2-111a2dd3ef9f_entity-topic-similarity-
Microdosing Amanita for neuropathic pain: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4614567/
*Be on the lookout for an affiliate link to purchase “Calm” extract in the coming days*

Project OPEN, an Opioid Safety Collaboration to Benefit the Community | University of Illinois School of Pharmacy

IL ADVANCE is a state funded program designed to work with prescribers to optimize patient outcomes. This podcast discusses how IL ADVANCE collaborated with Project OPEN, a tri-county initiative focused on prevention, treatment, and recovery of patients with opioid use disorder. To learn more about how your organization can take advantage of these resources please contact us Academic Detailing - REMS Opioid Education | University of Illinois Chicago (uic.edu) 

Herbal Medicine with Marina Buksov | MaternalRx

Dr. Danielle Plummer, PharmD, dives into the world of herbalism with the esteemed Dr. Marina Buksov, a specialist in this ancient practice. Discover the rich historical tapestry of herbal medicine and its invaluable role in bolstering maternal health across the spectrum from preconception to post-pregnancy. Dr. Buksov guides us through the art of harnessing herbs to optimize fertility, maintain a healthy pregnancy and support postpartum recovery. From improving gut health to combating morning sickness, along with urinary and mental health and so much else, the episode explores how herbs can alleviate common pregnancy-related discomforts. Furthermore, Dr. Buksov shares practical advice for integrating herbal remedies into daily life and discusses how independent pharmacies can leverage herbalism as an additional income stream. Whether you're a newcomer or a seasoned enthusiast, this episode offers a wealth of knowledge for those interested in exploring herbal solutions for their health and maternal journey.Marina Buksov is a Functional Medicine Pharmacist (PharmD), Mental Fitness & Health Coach, Herbal Educator, and lifelong learner of the Healing Arts. She is the creator of Build Your Holistic Herbal Practice course mentoring other healthcare professionals in clinical herbal as well as business skills. She is also a Functional Medicine Pharmacist as part of PharmToTable telehealth platform, and the host of the Holistic Pharmacy Podcast.Marina guides practitioners to rediscover their passion for medicine by expanding their mind and clinical skills to include natural, holistic, alternative and herbal medicine from which conventional pharmacy practice originated! She believes in honoring plants as food and medicine for sustainable & sovereign health.             When she is not working or studying, Marina likes to dance, paint, and tinker with various concoctions (tea blends, meals, DIY projects). She lives with her husband, two adorable kiddos and two mischievous kitties in NYC.Connect with Marina at marinabuksov.com.Youtube: The Holistic Pharmacy Podcast - YouTube https://open.spotify.com/show/3JWnDI814z9Bj1xcajCbjt IG: @marinabuksovFB: www.facebook.com/rawforkhttps://www.facebook.com/krasotka22 LI: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marina-buksovTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@marinabuksov?lang=enTwitter: https://twitter.com/rawfork 
 

MISSION CRITICAL: Reform the Mysterious PBM System with Antonio Ciaccia | PBM Reform

Antonio Ciaccia is the President of 3 Axis Advisors. He was born and raised in pharmacy, Antonio has been crawling around pharmacies his entire life. After three years as a pharmacy technician and two years of pre-pharmacy curriculum, Antonio diverted course, graduating from The Ohio State University in 2007 with dual degrees in communications and political science before moving into the world of association management.3 Axis Advisors brings unique approaches to address the individual needs of each or our clients. As researchers and investigators at heart, 3 Axis endeavors are laser-focused on discovery through data-driven analysis and deep industry expertise, resulting in innovative and unique solutions. 
Our obsessive passion for understanding complex systems and our immersion in the prescription drug supply chain and the broader healthcare delivery system enables us to arm our clients with the tools they need to accomplish their goals.Reference: Ohio regulator’s proposed pharmacy rules draw mixed response New regs meant to promote safety at understaffed storeshttps://ohiocapitaljournal.com/2023/10/02/ohio-regulators-proposed-pharmacy-rules-draw-mixed-response/ 

TWIRx | Operation Spotlight

This episode of 'This Week in Pharmacy' is special. We have PPN host of the popular podcast 'Sports Pharmacy' Dr. H, Hussam Hamoush PharmD focused on the expansion of the athletic pharmacist consultancy and wellness efforts and Dr. Shane Jerominski PharmD from "Operation Spotlight" —talking about the advancing efforts of thousands of chain pharmacists and technicians dedicated to pressuring the BIG national chains with walkouts across the nation! #OperationSpotlight is in full effect! We stand with #Pharmacists across the nation in support of building safer working conditions!! Metrics and Profit is not the goal, This Week in Pharmacy we talk with Dr. Shane Jarominski PharmD, The Accidental Pharmacist on #TWIRx with an update on the initiatives to make right the chain #pharmacy proper staffing of thousands of #pharmacies!!Now is the time for all chain pharmacy to come #TogetheRx and build specific ratios to ensure maximum effectiveness of #Pharmacists and tech and prescription volume, testing, and immunizations for work place and patient safety. 

There is a Cure for the Common Front End | Pharmacy Crossroads

Far too many independent pharmacies let their front-ends flounder because they don't know how to buy, display, price or otherwise support the right kind of products.  Well, a cure has been found.  In this episode 3 industry experts share who their companies provide solutions to this problem.  You can have a profitable front-end.  You can contact these three companies at:  solutionsrx.com   BreathROX.com or MatchSquare.com 

Becoming the Vaccination Destination in Your Community | Cardinal Health™ Counter Talk™ Podcast

90% of patients live within five miles of a community pharmacy. It’s all about convenience and accessibility, and in today’s world, pharmacies are working to understand not only what vaccine their community members and patients need but also when and why they need it/them. In this podcast, Cheri Schmitt, pharmacist and member of Cardinal Health’s Pharmacy of the Future Clinical Team, Tonya Shackelford, pharmacist and senior manager for Cardinal Health’s Clinical Pharmacy Solutions Team and Wimberly Gayle, an independent pharmacist from Louisiana, address the evolution of pharmacies as an emerging healthcare destination by offering even more immunizations — especially for the upcoming fall and winter seasons. Here, Cheri, Tonya and Wimberly address this ever-pivoting world for independent pharmacies and how they may effectively balance their vaccine inventory and offerings.

Delayed & Confused | Framework Focus

In the latest installment of FrameworkFocus, join Dr. Mark Fulton and special guest Ted Sullivan of Advasur, as they discuss the current state of the Drug Supply Chain Security Act.  Learn about the FDA’s recent announcement delaying the enforcement of several key provisions of DSCSA, how this delay will impact your pharmacy, and pathways for compliance. Plus, a bonus segment with Jennie Lee, the Pharmacy Manager at PharmaCare Hawaii, who is a customer of both Advasur and FrameworkLTC! 
 

Navigating the World of Online Pharmacies with CDR Lysette Deshields | Q&A with FDA

According to the National Association of Boards of Pharmacy, for the past 10 years, industry experts have consistently estimated that, at any given time, there are between 30,000 and 40,000 active illegal online pharmacies.Today, we are joined by Commander Lysette Deshields, an FDA officer in the United States Public Health Service Commissioned Corps. CDR Deshields is a Regulatory Officer in the Supply Chain Security Branch in the Office of Drug Security, Integrity and Response, Office of Compliance within the FDA’s Center for Drug Evaluation and Research. She will be discussing FDA’s BeSafeRx campaign, a national initiative to educate consumers and health care professionals about the potential dangers of buying medicine from unsafe online pharmacies, along with identifying safe online pharmacies so that consumers can make more informed decisions when purchasing prescription medicine online, and tools that healthcare professionals can use to guide patients.

Avoiding Legal Pitfalls: Insight from Kunal Shah | Sports Pharmacy Podcast

Welcome to another episode of the Sports Pharmacy Podcast. In this informative edition, our host, Dr. H, is in conversation with Kunal Shah, a successful business law attorney from Spencer Fane law firm in North Dallas. Known for his effective strategies in navigating through the complex legal realms of Business, Shah shares engaging insights from his decades of experience as a renowned legal consultant. Our understanding, respect, and common ground quickly evolved from just another client-attorney engagement to a deep friendship.Stepping into the life of Kunal Shah, who was born and grew up amid the hustle-bustle of New Jersey, pursued his legal education from Rutgers University and began his career in the busy workspace of New York. Following his wife's roots, Shah eventually moved to Texas, where he efficiently uses his years of experience to provide exhaustive legal solutions to his healthcare clients. His unique position at the junction of law and business leads us into an engaging dialogue about his encounters with the legal intricacies in the healthcare sector.
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NASP 2023 Annual Meeting LIVE ReCap Show | NASP Specialty Pharmacy Podcast

This episode features conversations with
 
Aleata Postell & Sabeen Hasni - Walmart Specialty Pharmacy
Amanda Awe PharmD,  VPL
Cecelia Byers - Surescripts
Chris Antypas, PharmD, Perigon Health 360
Dan Brooks,  Brooks Group
Jeffrey Baird,  Esq., Brown & Fortunato

Start From Scratch: Compounding Pharmacy Finds Success | Pharmacy Crossroads

Sponsored by: Professional Compounding Centers of America (PCCA)Dayna Timmer, Pharm D, has worked for a chain, as a nuclear pharmacist and in 2022 opened her own compounding pharmacy.  And, she loves it.  She is joined by Erin Michael, of PCCA.  They both share how Timmer started from scratch and has built both a financially and personally reward practice is Georgia.  Dayna Timmer, Pharm D, owner of Mountainside Compounding Pharmacy in Tate, GA.  Erin Michael, MBA, CPhT, Director of Customer Engagement, PCCA 

Process- Oriented Healing | Holistic Pharmacy Podcast

Hi my dear listeners! I am thrilled to introduce my next guest because we talk about the starkly opposing ideologies between Western and Eastern medicine, in the context of infant movement development and beyond. Cara Angela Liguori is a Somatic Practitioner, Infant Developmental Movement Educator, and Dream Guide whose creative healing journey began with dance and music. She is currently earning a Master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. In her one-on-one practice, Cara uses integrative touch, somatics, and guided meditations to support her clients’ body-mind-spirit integration. For infants and their caregivers, Cara provides education and skill-building for cultivating secure attachment skills and resilient movement and nervous system development through embodied observation, co-regulation, and handling techniques. In all her work, she facilitates connections with the underlying pathways of support that lead people to deepened relationships with themselves and others. Cara’s practice is client-centered, trauma-informed, and process-oriented. She is a certified practitioner of Zero Balancing, Esalen Massage, Somatic Movement Education for Adults and Infants via the School for Body-Mind Centering®, and Pilates.Please tune into this fascinating episode. I’d love to hear what you thought in the comments!Cara would like to acknowledge her Body-Mind Centering® teachers who include Amy Matthews, Sarah Barnaby, Satu Palokangas, her IDME cohort, and the founder, Bonnie Bainbridge-Cohen.Connect with Cara via:Website + newsletter: www.caraliguoriwellbeing.comEmail cara.liguori@gmail.comFollow on instagramEmbodiment and Integration: The Well of my Being Blog

TWIRx | Pharmacists and Physicians Refining the EHR

This Week in Pharmacy we talk to Dr. Charles Bell and Andrea Corner, PharmD with CereCore. These pharmacists work with EHR technology which provides healthcare IT services such as EHR implementation, staff augmentation, clinical and technical support to hospitals. This is an example who pharmacists are impacting all facets of healthcare, including electronic health record's technology, workflow, and implementation for better patient care. 
 

Medication Errors | LTC Pharmacy Podcast

Dr. Laura Finn - BCGP, independent consultant pharmacist, Presenter at the ASCP 2023 Annual MeetingDr. Scott Stewart:  linkedin.com/in/scott-stewart-34973870 Dr. Tamara Ruggles:  linkedin.com/in/tamara-ruggles-491882251Institute for Safe Medication Practices:  https://www.ismp.org/Volume discrepancy of liquid controlled medications (page 348):  https://www.cms.gov/files/document/r211soma.pdf 
 

LIVE at RBC - Market Trends Impacting the Front of Your Pharmacy | Cardinal Health™ Counter Talk™ Podcast

In 2023, 16% of shoppers in independent drugstores contribute to two-thirds of the store’s dollar sales. Nielsen representatives Hilary Hilary Hainsworth Smith, Associate Director, U.S. Retail Analytics Group, and Jaquelyn Flam who oversees their U.S. Retail Division for drug, beauty and over-the-counter (OTC) services, spoke with our Cardinal Health Consumer Health Division representatives, Jason Dulgar at our annual Cardinal Health Retail Business Conference (RBC), about today’s independent drug store shopper, i.e., their shopping behaviors, their demographic, the types of products they choose, and the critical distinction between a “light shopper” vs. “large shopper.” In this podcast, Hilary and Jaquelyn address how these shopping factors and behaviors impact independent drug retailers. They start with an analysis at a macro level to help independent drug retailers understand the market trends that are impacting pharmacy shoppers. They also address “who” that shopper is in independent drug retail today, how it’s changed over recent years, and the macro trends impacting these shoppers. As they bring us to the conclusion of sharing their vast and helpful insights, they address how independent drug retailers can also operationalize these insights. It’s a podcast not to miss. Listen — and learn! — today.

TWIRx | The Great Pharmacy STRIKE!!

CVS Pharmacist's have had enough.“Pharmacists all over the nation have talked about, joked about, wanted to, wished that we could do things like this,” one of the walkout organizers told USA TODAY. “I know the pharmacists in this district – a lot of us have worked together for a long time, and we just decided we’ve had enough.” The Nation has heard loud and clear from #Pharmacists in Kansas City and Missouri that the working conditions at CVS Pharmacies is not safe for Pharmacists, Techs, and most importantly Patients. We're joined by 'Would Your Like Shots with That' Marie Wilda  and 'Pizza Is Not Working' Dr. Candace Olusola PharmD collaborators on 'This Week in Pharmacy' 
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DEA Red Flags: Part 1 | Pain Pod

Mark "Pain Guy" Garofoli, PharmD, MBA, BCGP, CPE, CTTSRed Light, Green Light, GO! On this episode of the Pain Pod, we discuss the infamous DEA Red Flags, their respective color, where to find them documented, and the multitude of other general controlled substance concerns.We all have our stories, so this episode is right up everyone’s alley.Come one, come all, to the Pain Pod!!!Pain Guy• www.painguy.usPain Guy’s Practical Pain Management “Controlled Substance Concerns” Article• Garofoli MP, “Prescribing and Dispensing Controlled Substances: When to Pump the Brakes”. Practical Pain Management. 2022; 22(6).• https://www.practicalpainmanagement.com/issue202206/prescribing-and-dispensing-controlled-substances-when-to-pump-the-brakesDrug Topics Chain Pharmacies Red Flags Article• https://www.drugtopics.com/view/national-pharmacy-chain-opioid-settlements-poised-to-affect-independent-pharmacies

One Simple Change to Creating Huge Results w/ Melissa Hetrick | Holistic Pharmacy Podcast

It’s always a joy to have incredible conversations with incredible people on this podcast. Today I am interviewing a dear colleague and co-author of the book Beyond the Counter, and we discuss why it's so important to take care of your body, and mind NOW. You're either paying for prevention now, or treatment later.Dr. Melissa Hetrick, PharmD, BCPS, is a clinical staff pharmacist at Lehigh Valley Health Network, and a Sales Coordinator at The Juice Plus + Company. She is currently a clinical pharmacist for the Integrative Care Coordination team, a division of Population Health, at Lehigh Valley Health Network. She has previously practiced within the inpatient setting for the first 15 years of her career focusing on areas such as pediatrics, parenteral nutrition, operating room satellite, and intravenous compounding as well as specializing in Hematology/Oncology at the LVHN Topper Cancer Institute for the past 5 years.Dr. Hetrick guides hard-working women down a clear path of health and wellness, replacing unfavorable habits with simple changes to attain confidence and balance. Her dream is to help these women and their families learn how to prevent disease with food as their medicine, rather than treating it with an overload of prescription medications.Tune into the episode to hear how even “bad” things can have silver linings and share this with a friend who may be struggling!For more information on joining Dr. Hetrick’s mission and finding healing for yourself, connect with Melissa for downloadable recipes and samples via:Email: Melissa_HealthyHabits@outlook.com.Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@healthyhabitswiththesister2222 Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/melissa-hetrick-195629218/ Products mentionedJuicePlus: https://mhetrick.juiceplus.com/us/en Tower Garden: https://mhetrick.towergarden.com/