

Pharmacy Podcast Network
Pharmacy Podcast Network
Pharmacy Podcast Network (PPN) is the world’s largest network of podcasts dedicated to the pharmacy professional and industry insiders. Our content is about dynamic people in the pharmacy industry making a difference and delivering the best pharmacy care.
Pharmacists are the cornerstone of healthcare, and the PPN reflects that. From Community, LTC, Specialty Pharmacy to Drug Development, Government policy and DigitalHealth, we cover it all. Partner with us to connect with thousands of daily listeners and find the right pharmacist across various specialties and topics, ensuring your products and services resonate where it matters most. We build strong audio brands through Pharmacists who see patients almost 9x more than primary care.
PPN is a division of RxPR, LLC.
Pharmacists are the cornerstone of healthcare, and the PPN reflects that. From Community, LTC, Specialty Pharmacy to Drug Development, Government policy and DigitalHealth, we cover it all. Partner with us to connect with thousands of daily listeners and find the right pharmacist across various specialties and topics, ensuring your products and services resonate where it matters most. We build strong audio brands through Pharmacists who see patients almost 9x more than primary care.
PPN is a division of RxPR, LLC.
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Aug 19, 2024 • 32min
Here's How One Regional Chain Uses Marketing To Boost Profits | Pharmacy Crossroads
According to Dave Falk, President of Sav Mor Pharmacies in central Illinois he has found a way to spend less on advertising and get more. His secret, he works with a well known marketing agency that specializes in independent community pharmacy. In this episode he is joined by Nicolle McClure, President of GRx Marketing. Together they dig deep into the programs and processes they use to help Sav Mor do more and be better.

Aug 15, 2024 • 46min
Mindful Meds: Anticholinergic Medications and Dementia Risk | Geriatric Pharmacy Focus
Anticholinergic Cognitive Burden scale: https://corumpharmacy.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/Anticholinergic-cognitive-burden-scale.pdf
2023 AGS Beers Criteria: https://agsjournals.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/epdf/10.1111/jgs.18372
Dr. Noll Campbell: linkedin.com/in/noll-campbell-a927ba243
Regenstrief Institute: https://www.regenstrief.org/person/noll-l-campbell/
Dr. Tamara Ruggles: linkedin.com/in/tamara-ruggles-491882251

Aug 14, 2024 • 48min
Surfin' USP! (797 & 800 Compliance ft. Dan Castellanos) | Framework Focus
In Episode 15 of FrameworkFocus, Dr. Mark Fulton sits down with Dan Castellanos from Acute Care Pharmaceuticals to delve into the critical aspects of USP 797/800 compliance. Dan shares his background and career journey before discussing the role of Acute Care Pharmaceuticals in supporting pharmacies with sterile and hazardous drug compounding.
Listeners will gain insights into the importance of sterile compounding, the challenges of maintaining USP 797 compliance, and the pitfalls to avoid. Dan also explains the identification and management of hazardous drugs, highlighting the significance of USP 800 compliance.
The episode wraps up with a look at future trends in USP guidelines and their environmental impact. Tune in for an informative discussion on ensuring pharmacy compliance in these essential areas.

Aug 13, 2024 • 15min
The Dark Side of Sports: A Deep Dive into PEDs
Join the Sports Pharmacy Podcast for an in-depth examination of performance-enhancing drugs (PEDs) in sports. This episode unpacks the history and evolution of PEDs, from their early use in ancient civilizations to the game-changing introduction of synthetic steroids in the 20th century. We shed light on the different categories of PEDs, such as anabolic steroids and stimulants, and the sophisticated methods used to enhance athletic performance. Additionally, we discuss the ongoing arms race between detection agencies and those seeking to dodge these scientific checks, highlighting major scandals that have shaped contemporary anti-doping policies.

Aug 9, 2024 • 50min
Focusing on Expanding Wound Care | TWIRx
Welcome to This Week in Pharmacy where we touch base on Pharmacy Times Reports on "Community Pharmacy's Existential Question: Should you Chase Product Revenues or Service Margins by Troy Trygstag PharmD. We talk about the Ohio Capital article on PBMs skimming millions of dollars from tax-payers, and Forbes reports on Mark Cuban Cost Plus Drugs is disrupting the PBM contracts and their work with Blue Shield of California. Big time news!!
Let's talk about Wound Care on This Week in Pharmacy: William Padula, PhD from the Alfred E. Mann School of Pharmacy & Pharmaceutical Sciences and-or David G. Armstrong MD from the Keck School of Medicine of USC, are talking with Todd Eury on TWIRx about a recent proposal from Medicare is calling to eliminate coverage of some of skin substitute therapies, and the potential serious health risks that many Americans will face by limiting them.
Skin substitutes, made from donated amniotic tissue, greatly improve wound care outcomes and help patients avoid limb amputations—a procedure that can double the risk of death for diabetic patients. This Medicare proposal under consideration will deny coverage of over 200 skin substitutes and limit how doctors can properly treat patients will leave tens of thousands of Medicare beneficiaries without treatment.

Aug 8, 2024 • 31min
Addressing Equity and Fundraising in Digital Health | Digital Therapeutalks
In this episode of Digital Therapeutics, host Simi Burn, PharmD engages in a deep conversation with Melanie Das, PhD, a San Francisco-based freelance Science and Medical writer specializing in fundraising for early-stage biotech startups. Melanie discusses her transition from bench scientist to freelance writer, focusing on the challenges and opportunities in digital health innovation, equity, and the role of AI in healthcare.
Key Points Discussed:
-Melanie’s background as a bench scientist and transition to freelance Science and Medical writer
-Insights on the protests against AI in healthcare by nurses and the need for inclusivity in technology adoption
-Examples of AI perpetuating healthcare inequalities and the importance of inclusive technology development
-Strategies for early-stage startups to effectively target messaging and secure funding
-The disparity in venture capital funding for women of color and the need for educational reform in venture capital
-Initiatives to empower women of color in digital health and promote diversity in healthcare innovation
-Using LinkedIn and other digital platforms to become thought leaders and advocate for change
Host: Simi Burn, PharmD
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/simi-burn-pharmd/
Guest: Melanie Das, PhD
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/melanie-das2023/
Website: https://www.consult-brainwaves.com/

Aug 7, 2024 • 1h 8min
Breaking the Silence: Expert Panel on Understanding and Preventing Stillbirths | MaternalRx
In today’s must-listen episode, "Breaking the Silence: Expert Panel on Understanding and Preventing Stillbirths," host Danielle Plummer, PharmD, brings together three renowned experts in stillbirth: Dr. Harvey Kliman, MD, PhD, the world’s leading expert on the placenta and Director of the Reproductive and Placental Research Unit at Yale School of Medicine; Jennica Hill of Measure the Placenta; and Samantha Durante Banerjee, Executive Director of PUSH for Empowered Pregnancy.
Dr. Kliman, whose life’s mission is to prevent all preventable stillbirths, shares his groundbreaking insights into the placenta's critical role in pregnancy. Jennica Hill and Samantha Durante Banerjee, both survivors of stillbirth, offer powerful perspectives and practical advice from their advocacy work with Measure the Placenta and PUSH for Empowered Pregnancy.
Tune in to hear them dive deep into the vital role of the placenta, essential steps for preventing stillbirth, and valuable resources available for those who have experienced such a loss. Don’t miss this enlightening and empowering discussion that could make a difference in the lives of many.
About Harvey Kliman:
Dr. Kliman, an MD, PhD graduate from the University of Chicago, has dedicated over forty years to advancing our understanding of infertility and pregnancy complications. His contributions to placental research include developing the "Kliman" method of trophoblast purification, insights into trophoblast differentiation and invasion, and the discovery of fetal fibronectin in the placenta. He is currently exploring the critical role of serotonin in placental and fetal growth. To learn more about his extensive research, visit klimanlabs.yale.edu.
***Beyond his research and teaching at Yale, Dr. Kliman consults on complex cases of unexplained infertility and pregnancy issues. For support please contact him at harvey.kliman@yale.edu.
To learn more about Samantha and Angel Alana:
https://www.pushpregnancy.org/our-team
To learn more about Jennica:
Mom to Hugo, born still October 2021
http://www.jennicahill.com/, Jennica Hill on IMDb, Watch INTERSECTION the Series (I co-created, co-wrote, co-produced, and acted in it!), Jennica’s YouTube Channel
Measure the Placenta:
Measure the Placenta’s mission is to share information about placenta size as a measurable risk factor to potentially prevent stillbirths. Visit Measure the Placenta to find these resources and many more:
- List (by state) of providers who will measure using Estimated Placental Volume (EPV): measuretheplacenta.org/providers
- How to measure the placenta: measuretheplacenta.org/how
- Resources for loss families: measuretheplacenta.org/lossfamilies
- Information about requesting EPV if you're pregnant: measuretheplacenta.org/pregnant
- How to implement EPV as a practitioner: measuretheplacenta.org/practitioner
PUSH for Empowered Pregnancy:
www.pushpregnancy.org
- Donate to both PUSH and Measure the Placenta at pushpregnancy.org/donate (mention MTP in the comments to earmark)
- Resources for stillbirth families: pushpregnancy.org/resources
- Resources for subsequent pregnancies after loss: pushpregnancy.org/pal
- Empowered Pregnancy Tips for stillbirth prevention: pushpregnancy.org/tips (including - Advocating for Yourself & Questions to Ask Your Provider: pushpregnancy.org/advocate)
- Stillbirth Prevention Tools for providers: pushpregnancy.org/tools (including Rainbow Clinic Model: pushpregnancy.org/rainbowclinic)
- Order Educational Materials: pushpregnancy.org/materials
- Online Pregnancy After Loss Provider Training: pushpregnancy.thinkific.com (use code PPN at checkout for 65% off!)
- Stillbirth Awareness PSA Ad (YouTube: https://youtu.be/gwhCok9l-2k?si=jJMtOtbcrfs1MKsR)
NICHD Stillbirth Advocacy Working Group Patient Listening Session recording: https://youtu.be/hFjKp-yz6-U?si=RryM422HZ748Do4T
National Postpartum Awareness Week for Black, Brown & Indigenous Birthing People: www.speakmovechange.net/paw (recordings from PAW2024)
Additionally, reach out to Chasing the Rainbows, a nonprofit dedicated to supporting and uniting baby loss survivors across all 50 states. They provide free daily support, guidance, and resources to individuals, couples, and families dealing with infertility or grieving after pregnancy and infant loss. For more details, visit chasingtherainbows.org.

Aug 6, 2024 • 1h
Navigating the Legal Waters: Introduction to Legal Shark Week with Todd Eury and Darshan Kulkarni | Legal Shark Week
Welcome to the inaugural episode of Legal Shark Week, a podcast dedicated to exploring the complex and ever-evolving landscape of healthcare law. In this episode, hosts Todd Eury and Darshan Kulkarni introduce the podcast's mission, goals, and what listeners can expect in future episodes. Todd and Darshan discuss the importance of staying informed about legal trends and the critical role that legal expertise plays in the healthcare industry.

Aug 5, 2024 • 43min
First Accessible GI Mapping Microbiome Test with Linta Mustafa | Holistic Pharmacy Podcast
I’m back this week with another fascinating conversation about the foundation of health. You guessed it, we are diving deep into the gut again today!
I’m joined by a fiercely passionate and intelligent woman who is innovating healthcare by combining technology and integrative screening tools with accessibility. Linta Mustafa's mission with Vitract is to make a significant impact on patient experience and quality of care by making gut microbiome health less elusive and far more accessible.
As the CEO and co-founder of Vitract, a next-generation microbiome test, Linta leverages her MSc in medical science with a specialization in genetics. Before founding Vitract, she spent several years in banking and building another company that utilized proteomics to understand longevity.
Connect with Linta via:
Email: linta@vitract.com
Website: Vitract.com
IG: @lintaaaa, @vitractofficial
Linked In: Linta Mustafa
Linta has generously offered a discount for your first test with Vitract for podcast listeners with the code: “Marina10”

Aug 2, 2024 • 55min
New Rx Leadership & Laughing with a Pharmacy Dad | TWIRx
On This Week in Pharmacy, we welcome back Cory Jenks, PharmD, Pharmacist, Comedian, Dad, and author of his second book "I guess I'm a Dad Now" --A Humorous Handbook for Newish Dads Who Don't Want to Suck.
Next we have Dr. Robert Maher PharmD inside the PPN Studios. The Pennsylvania Pharmacists Care Network (PPCN) is pleased to announce that Dr. Rob Maher has been selected to serve as its new President and Chief Operating Officer (COO). Dr. Maher brings over 30 years of experience working in independent community pharmacy practice, ambulatory care pharmacy, long-term care pharmacy and hospital pharmacy.
This episode of 'This Week in Pharmacy' is sponsored by Novavax and the Pennsylvania Pharmacists Care Network (PPCN)