The Business of Pharmacy Podcast™

Mike Koelzer, Pharmacist
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Jan 20, 2025 • 54min

Breaking Away from PBMs | Kyle McCormick, PharmD Owner, Blueberry Pharmacy

Discover how Kyle McCormick, owner of Blueberry Pharmacy, revolutionized pharmacy care with a completely insurance-free, cost-plus pricing model. Hear his candid take on PBMs, his clash with Mark Cuban, and how transparency and innovation drive better patient outcomes. A must-listen for pharmacy leaders!
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Jan 13, 2025 • 42min

Solving Pharmacy Pain Points with Technology | Mehrdad Hariri RPh, CPh, MBA, RxConnexion, CEO/President

Mehrdad Hariri, CEO of RX Connection, shares his journey as a pharmacist turned tech innovator. From building solutions for pharmacy pain points to delivering nationwide care, Mehrdad discusses overcoming challenges, leveraging data, and creating cost-effective systems that empower independent pharmacies in a PBM-dominated world. Sponsored by Waypoint Rx.
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Jan 6, 2025 • 57min

The Journey to Autonomous Pharmacy | Randall Lipps, B.Ec. & B.A. Omnicell, CEO and Founder

Join us on this week’s episode of The Business of Pharmacy Podcast™ as we speak with Randall Lipps, CEO and founder of Omnicell. Discover the journey toward autonomous pharmacy, how technology is transforming healthcare, and the vision for zero errors, waste, and inefficiency in medication management. A must-listen for pharmacy innovators!
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Dec 30, 2024 • 1h 6min

Empowering Pharmacy Techs as Community Health Workers | Anne Eisenbeis, PharmD, MBA, CPESN, Lead Network Facilitator

Pharmacy technicians trained as Community Health Workers (CHWs) are transforming patient care. Anne Eisenbeis, PharmD, MBA, explains how CHWs bridge healthcare and social support, improve outcomes, and generate revenue. Learn how to implement this model, close care gaps, and empower your pharmacy team to redefine healthcare’s role in the community.
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Dec 23, 2024 • 1h 1min

Disrupting Specialty Pharmacy with Smarter Solutions | Jonathan Ogurchak, PharmD Zeal Specialty Pharmacy & STACK, CEO

Jonathan Ogurchak, PharmD, CEO of Zeal Specialty Pharmacy and STACK, shares his innovative journey of transforming specialty pharmacy through smarter technology. Learn how he’s empowering pharmacists, improving patient outcomes, and disrupting the industry with his dual focus on pharmacy operations and groundbreaking tech solutions. A must-listen for pharmacy innovators!
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Dec 16, 2024 • 39min

Redefining Healthcare Marketing Strategies | Saul Marquez Outcomes Rocket, CEO

This week on The Business of Pharmacy Podcast™, Saul Marquez, CEO of Outcomes Rocket, shares transformative insights on healthcare marketing strategies. From leveraging podcasts to redefining patient care narratives, discover how businesses can authentically engage and thrive. An inspiring journey of entrepreneurship, innovation, and the power of storytelling. Don't miss it!
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Dec 9, 2024 • 42min

Behind the Scenes of a Pharmacy Influencer | Sue Ojageer, PharmD, PharmaSue

Join Dr. Sue Ojageer, a pharmacist, influencer, and mother of five, as she shares her journey from retail pharmacy to becoming a leading voice in the pharmacy world. Discover her insights on balancing passion projects, the power of networking, and how she built Pharmacy Mentors to inspire and connect professionals in the industry.
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Dec 2, 2024 • 1h

PBM Failures Drive Patients Abroad for Meds | Theo Symons & Semion Naidis Co-Founders, ILMEDS.co

PBM Failures Drive Patients Abroad for Meds" explores how rising drug costs and restrictive practices in the U.S. force patients to seek medications internationally. Theo Symons and Semion Naidis of ILMEDS share how they provide affordable, regulated name-brand drugs, navigating complex legalities and emphasizing transparency, patient care, and quality. A timely discussion on breaking barriers in healthcare access.
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Nov 25, 2024 • 44min

Pioneering New Markets in Pharmacy Innovation | Simon Szewach, BBF Exec. Chair & Co-Founder, Gelteq

Simon Szewach, Executive Chairman of Gelteq, shares the business journey behind an innovative gel-based drug delivery system. From startup funding and strategic partnerships to FDA hurdles and market disruption, hear how Gelteq is creating new opportunities in pharmacy. A must-listen for those inspired by entrepreneurial challenges and industry transformation.
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Nov 18, 2024 • 50min

Exposing Hidden Realities in Drug Pricing and Investing | Eric Pachman, BSChE, MBA Chief Analytics Officer, Bancreek Capital

Eric Pachman shares his journey from founding 46brooklyn, inspired by his late mother, to leading innovation at Bancreek Capital Advisors. Discover insights on exposing PBM practices, tackling systemic healthcare challenges, and pioneering data-driven investment strategies. An honest, heartfelt conversation about business, impact, and legacy you won’t want to miss!

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