Pharmacy Podcast Network

The Latest Updates and Pharmacist Perspectives on RET Inhibitors in Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer | PTCE Pharmacy Connect

Educational Objectives
Review recent clinical updates of RET inhibitors and how they fit into the treatment paradigm for non‒small cell lung cancer
Identify and manage adverse effects of RET inhibitors to ensure patient safety and improve adherence
 
Faculty
Lauren Ledbetter, PharmD, BCOP
Clinical Pharmacy Specialist, Thoracic Medical Oncology
The James Cancer Hospital at The Ohio State University
Columbus, Ohio
 
Moderator
Zahra Mahmoudjafari, PharmD, MBA, BCOP, FHOPA
Clinical Pharmacy Manager
University of Kansas Cancer Center
Division of Hematologic Malignancies & Cellular Therapeutics
 
Pharmacy Times Continuing Education™ is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE) as a provider of continuing pharmacy education. This activity is approved for 0.5 contact hour (0.05 CEU) under the ACPE universal activity number 0290-0000-24-304-H01-P. The activity is available for CE credit through October 31, 2025.
 
This activity is supported by an educational grant from Rigel Pharmaceuticals, Inc.

Drug Induced Nutrient Depletion | Geriatric Pharmacy Focus

Tamara Ruggles, PharmD:  www.linkedin.com/in/tamara-ruggles-491882251Dr. John Neustadt:  linkedin.com/in/john-neustadt-nd-1553576A Practical Approach to Avoiding Drug-Nutrient Depletions:  https://www.nbihealth.com/a-practical-approach-to-avoiding-drug-nutrient-depletions/A Comprehensive List of Medications that Cause Osteoporosis:  https://www.nbihealth.com/a-comprehensive-list-of-medications-that-cause-osteoporosis/

NASP 2024 Annual Meeting LIVE ReCap Show Part One | NASP Specialty Pharmacy Podcast

NASP 2024 Post-Show Part One with AcariaHealth
Episode Overview:Join us for part one of our NASP 2024 Post-Show series, sponsored by AcariaHealth, where we delve into the latest insights and updates from this year’s National Association of Specialty Pharmacy (NASP) event. In this episode, we talk with Joe, Scott, and Rachel from AcariaHealth, a national specialty pharmacy and specialty distributor serving all 50 states. AcariaHealth’s expansive portfolio covers rare and orphan disease conditions, providing both commercial and non-commercial specialty pharmacy support and distribution services. With established relationships across manufacturers, payers, and providers, AcariaHealth stands out as a flexible, reliable partner in the specialty drug landscape.
Episode Highlights:
AcariaHealth: Joe, Scott, and Rachel share how AcariaHealth's comprehensive approach and national reach allow them to support a wide range of rare and orphan conditions. They discuss AcariaHealth’s unique ability to offer tailored solutions that meet the needs of their diverse clients, from patients to healthcare providers.
Coming Up:
Aleata Postell, Senior Director of Walmart Specialty: An in-depth conversation on Walmart’s role in specialty pharmacy.
Orlando Vidal, Cold Chain Technologies: Insights into cold chain logistics and innovations critical for temperature-sensitive medications.
Jeffrey S. Baird, Brown & Fortunato: A discussion on the legal landscape impacting specialty pharmacy.
Sarah Allen, NavenHealth: Updates on healthcare logistics and distribution solutions for specialty care.
Ceceila Byers, Surescripts: A returning guest shares the latest on secure, efficient data exchange in specialty pharmacy.
Jon Hamrick, MBA, and Cheryl Allen, BS Pharm, MBA, with Curatio Scientia: Wrapping up with the latest trends and insights in the specialty pharmacy and distribution fields.
Tune in to hear from industry leaders shaping the future of specialty pharmacy and paving the way for better patient care and innovative services. Don’t miss part one of this four-part NASP 2024 Post-Show series!

LIVE at RBC 2024 Episode 2 | Cardinal Health™ Counter Talk™ Podcast

Join special guest host Adam Robinson, Owner of Save-Rite Drugs in Lexington, Kentucky on a multi-episode journey recapping all things Retail Business Conference! Listen in for highlights of Cardinal Health customers, employees, services and solutions offered at RBC 2024! This episode’s topic includes Women in Pharmacy. It will discuss industry insights that are relevant to women pharmacists to help them become more confident, visionary and supportive to other women leaders in the pharmacy industry.

What's It Like to Start a Happier Home Franchise as a Pharmacy Owner? | Happier at Home PRN

What's it like to start a Happier Home Franchise as a Pharmacy owner? In this episode of Happier at Home PRN, Todd Eury, CEO of the Pharmacy Podcast Network talks with David Scott and Andrea Scott owners of "In Home Care Northeast Iowa" who are pharmacy owners of 'Scott's Pharmacy'. Andrea is an experienced pharmacy technician and is the primary manager of running the new franchise.  This Happier At Home franchise provides in-home senior care in many settings throughout Northeast Iowa and the surrounding areas. The Scott Pharmacy Team now has a seperate business of dedicated in-home caregivers and care advocates can assist with light laundry & housekeeping, meal preparation & shopping, transportation & errands, companionship & mental stimulation, medication reminders & immunizations, and more.

Coverage is not Care with David Balat | PBM Reform Podcast

Openness. Competition. Transparency.
Unmask the twisted economics of the American health care system.
Price discovery — prior to care — allows patients to shop for care in a competitive market. It empowers them with the information they need to reduce their healthcare costs. And it encourages providers and insurers to compete for their business.Report: Free2Care’s Rx for Reforming America’s Predatory Healthcare System A Physician-Led Roadmap to Patient-Centered Medical Carehttps://free2care.org/files/report.pdf 
 
The PBM-Insurer Mafia Comes for Community Pharmacies
UnitedHealth, CVS, and Cigna’s PBMs are using their market share and pull in Washington to drive one of the key levers to manage health care costs—independent pharmacies—out of business.https://prospect.org/health/2024-03-21-pbm-insurer-mafia-community-pharmacies/About David Balat:David Balat is the founder of Healthcare Finance Specialists and has broad experience across the healthcare spectrum with special expertise in health care finance. He is a former seasoned hospital executive with over 20 years of healthcare industry leadership and executive management experience.
Balat has earned the privilege of being invited to testify before the U.S. House Committee on Oversight and Reform in Washington, D.C., and before various House committees in the Texas state Legislature. He is a published author and op-ed columnist in Newsweek, U.S. News & World Report, Real Clear Politics, and other news outlets. He is also an active speaker and commentator on matters of health policy, health care finance, and health care reform.via decent.com 

Accessing Accurate Drug Information | phactMI: Empowering Healthcare Decisions

phactMI, a 501 (c)(6) corporation, is a collaboration of pharmaceutical company Medical Information leaders. These Medical Information professionals provide accurate and unbiased clinical data on their products that facilitates the safe and effective use of medicines.  But where do pharmacists and other healthcare providers go for accurate information?  Join us in this episode as Evelyn Hermes-DeSantis, PharmD, BCPS, Director, Research and Publications, phactMI/ Professor Emerita, Rutgers The State University of New Jersey and guest speakers Drs. Indrani Kar, Daniel Abazia, and Jennifer Riggins discuss real world experiences in accessing drug information. The objectives of this podcast are to:• Discuss the real-world challenges faced by healthcare professionals and how information helped them navigate the situation.• And to describe how to access information from the phactMI Drug Information PortalLearn more about phactMI at: www.phactMI.org/about/
 

LIVE at RBC 2024 Episode 1 | Cardinal Health™ Counter Talk™ Podcast

Join special guest host Adam Robinson, Owner of Save-Rite Drugs in Lexington, Kentucky on a multi-episode journey recapping all things Retail Business Conference! Listen in for highlights of Cardinal Health customers, employees, services and solutions offered at RBC 2024!

World Pharmacists Day Special | PharmXcel Podcast

In this episode:The 5 Definitions of a PharmacistStories of preventing HarmacyEvolution of the Role of The PharmacistDiversity in Pharmacy CareersResourcesArticle: 101 Ways with a Pharmacy DegreeNetflix Documentary: The Pharmacist👉 Visit www.katrinaazer.com to find out more about me👉 Visit www.apma.website to learn how I teach pharmacists the role of genes in medication response.Follow me on social media:➡️ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katrina-azer/➡️ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pharmxcelThe PharmXcel Podcast is a show for pharmacists who want to connect with why they did pharmacy and 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 Power of Personalized Medication Management | Direct Access Podcast; ComputerTalk

The power of personalized medication management — that’s the topic of Pharmacy Technology & Management Review's Maggie Lockwood's interview with Hammad Shah, R.Ph., CEO of Clarest Health. A pharmacist by trade, Hammad explains the technology-driven platform using sophisticated algorithms to streamline the medication process, improve accuracy, and enhance patient safety and outcomes. This continues Clarest's mission to deliver high-quality, personalized medication management to patients in long-term care settings. 
In his interview, Hammad goes into detail on:
The challenges of traditional pharmacy models in addressing complex patient needs.
The role of pharmacists in providing comprehensive care beyond medication dispensing.
The potential of medication therapy management (MTM) to reduce healthcare costs through improved medication adherence and reduced hospitalizations.
The importance of evidence-based guidelines in informing MTM practices.
The future of MTM and the role of technology in delivering personalized care.
Some key takeaways:
Clarest Health focuses on high-risk patients with multiple medications and complex health issues. They go beyond dispensing medication to ensure patients are on the right therapy, adhering to it, and achieving optimal health outcomes.
Personalized care planning is achieved by combining claims data, medical diagnoses, patient interviews, and OTC medication use. Algorithms identify medication-related problems and guide pharmacists in developing a plan with the patient and their providers.
Technology is crucial for scaling personalized care. Clarest Health leverages a combination of software, algorithms, and pharmacist expertise to ensure consistent, evidence-based care for all patients.
Benefits of Clarest Health's approach include:Improved medication adherence
Reduced hospitalizations and healthcare costs
Better patient outcomes
Standardized care across different pharmacies and care settings
The future of medication therapy management lies in effective care coordination across the healthcare landscape. Clarest Health positions itself as a valuable partner for payers by providing real-time data and proactive patient engagement, leading to better outcomes and cost savings.
Social determinants of health will be a growing focus in pharmacy. Clarest Health recognizes the impact of factors like income and housing on medication adherence and aims to address these issues within their programs.
 
The interview highlights the potential of technology-driven personalized medication management to improve patient care, reduce costs, and create a more efficient healthcare system. Click here to learn more about Clarest. Clarest's mission: To provide personalized care and improve medication adherence for patients, especially those with complex health conditions. 
 
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