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Leadership was a big theme at this years American Pharmacists Association APhA 2024 Annual Meeting. #Pharmacists are the unsung leaders of public health, playing an increasingly vital role in expanding access to healthcare services and improving patient outcomes. Beyond dispensing medications, they lead as trusted advisors, educators, and advocates for wellness. With their specialized knowledge and expertise, pharmacists are at the forefront of promoting medication safety, managing chronic conditions, and providing crucial healthcare guidance to individuals and communities. Their impact goes far beyond the pharmacy counter, shaping the future of healthcare delivery and contributing significantly to the overall well-being of society. In a world where health challenges are constantly evolving, pharmacists stand as pillars of support, driving positive change and inspiring healthier lives for all. The APhA 2024 Annual Convention & Exposition was held in Orlando Florida on March 22 - 24. The Pharmacy Podcast Network was Press and Media partner of the #APhA2024 and captured over 25+ interviews with innovators of our pharmacy profession. In this episode we hear from: Paul Sinclair - President of the International Pharmaceutical Federation   Marci Strauss President of the Maryland Pharmacists Association (MPhA), Pharmacy Leader & Innovator   Lauren Simko, Pharm.D. RPh. Regional Account Director | Pharmacy Executive | Director of Pharmacy | VP of Pharmacy Product & Operations   Aska Patel Diverse Conversations Podcast | Founder @ Acuvise Consultancy Inc. | PharmD, Health Tech    Candace (Candie) Olusola, RPh, PharmD, MPH KY representative for #PizzaIsNotWorking | KY Board of Pharmacy D&I Task Force VP   Sarah Crowell Student Pharmacist    

In Episode #2 of the PrimeRx Pharmacy Podcast Trends, titled "Innovation at the Counter: Addressing Pharmacy Errors and Staffing Challenges in the Digital Age," host Todd Eury engages with Ketan Mehta, CEO of PrimeRx, and Mohammed Taher, President of the New York City Pharmacists Society, and owner of Amiable Pharmacy located in Brooklyn NY in a riveting discussion and Dr. Lisa Faast, CEO of DiversifyRx. This episode not only tackles the pervasive issues of medication and billing errors within pharmacies but also delves into the current staffing challenges that the industry faces. Through an exploration of how PrimeRx's advanced technology can automate critical pharmacy operations, the conversation emphasizes the software's capabilities in reducing errors, ensuring regulatory compliance, and enhancing patient care. The panelists discuss the role of digital innovation in addressing these challenges, particularly against the backdrop of recent legislative changes in California aimed at improving pharmacy practice and staff working conditions.

Interview with Howard Danzig, President of Employers Committed to Control Health insurance Costs.

Leadership was a big theme at this years American Pharmacists Association APhA 2024 Annual Meeting. #Pharmacists are the unsung leaders of public health, playing an increasingly vital role in expanding access to healthcare services and improving patient outcomes. Beyond dispensing medications, they lead as trusted advisors, educators, and advocates for wellness. With their specialized knowledge and expertise, pharmacists are at the forefront of promoting medication safety, managing chronic conditions, and providing crucial healthcare guidance to individuals and communities. Their impact goes far beyond the pharmacy counter, shaping the future of healthcare delivery and contributing significantly to the overall well-being of society. In a world where health challenges are constantly evolving, pharmacists stand as pillars of support, driving positive change and inspiring healthier lives for all. The APhA 2024 Annual Convention & Exposition was held in Orlando Florida on March 22 - 24. The Pharmacy Podcast Network was Press and Media partner of the #APhA2024 and captured over 25+ interviews with innovators of our pharmacy profession. In this episode we hear from: Ryan Leak Speakerpreneur, Best-Selling Author The Ryan Leak Group, LLC.   Jon Kennedy Charlotte's Web and ECS Distribution Owner-Manager | ECS Distribution - B2B Wholesale Cannabinoids   Sarah (Zamiela) Thompson Pharmacy Candidate at South College School of Pharmacy   Dr. Walter Oronsaye PharmD Influencer & Disruptor #Pharmacist | PHIT PHARMACIST   Dr. Jaron Stout, PharmD, FASCP, Industry Disruptor & Thought Leader   Dr. Brittany Messer, PharmD, CTTS, AACC Cardiology Clinical Pharmacist at Marshall Health

Join us this week on "This Week in Pharmacy" presented by the Pharmacy Podcast Network, for a groundbreaking live show that shines a spotlight on two critical and timely health topics. We're celebrating National Nutrition Month and National Endometriosis Awareness Month with not one, but two phenomenal women who are making waves in the world of pharmacy and beyond. Tune in as Dr. Tamar Lawful, the esteemed host of "Pivoting Pharmacy with Nutrigenomics," delves into the fascinating world of Nutrigenomics and its pivotal role in personalized nutrition and health. Discover how understanding your genetic makeup can revolutionize your approach to diet and wellness. Dr. Tamar Lawful, one of the 50 Influential Pharmacy Leaders of 2023, stands as a dedicated Integrative & Holistic Health Pharmacist with a special focus using nutrigenomics as a tool to empower women to prioritize their health, counteract chronic illness and reduce medication reliance. She completed her Doctor of Pharmacy from the University of the Sciences - Philadelphia College of Pharmacy, earning licenses to practice in California, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania. Her professional depth is evidenced by certifications in Nutritional Genomics, Pharmacogenomics, Ketogenic Nutrition, and Integrative Nutrition. As an Advanced Practice Pharmacist, she has developed a holistic healthcare model combining nutrition, genomics, and pharmacy. This led to the foundation of her company, LYFE Balance, Incorporated.   In the same empowering episode, we're honored to feature Dr. Anne Arvizu, the visionary behind the "CorePreneur Podcast." Dr. Arvizu will shed light on the often misunderstood and under-discussed condition of Endometriosis, offering hope, insight, and support to those affected during National Endometriosis Awareness Month.  The emerging link between endometriosis and some cancers, such as endometrial/uterine or ovarian.   https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov › articles › PMC9673303    Endometriosis shouldn’t happen later in life but it does.   https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7151055/   Charity:   Please help with research opportunities and in creating awareness for endometrial cancer and prevention education.   https://endometrialcancerfoundation.org   Mental Health & Other Resources or to connect with Anne:   For mental health resources, if you have experienced depression or anxiety due to chronic illness, endometriosis or cancer, you can download free mental health resources, on crisis mitigation and find professional coaching.   https://annearvizu.com   Anne’s social links all here:   https://bio.site/AnneArvizu https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9673303/#:~:text=Endometriosis%20can%20increase%20the%20risk,screening%20in%20long%2Dterm%20management. Join us live for this special episode, brought to you by the Pharmacy Podcast Network, as we explore the cutting-edge of health with Dr. Tamar Lawful and Dr. Anne Arvizu. Together, let's empower our health and our lives.

This is the second part 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 Adaolisa Anaka, PharmD, BCACP, AAHIVP, Clinical Pharmacist at Shields Health Solutions to dive deeper into how Shields partners distinguish themselves in HIV care. Jennifer Donovan, PharmD - Vice President of Clinical Services at Shields Health Solutions and Adaolisa Anaka, PharmD, BCACP, AAHIVP - Clinical Pharmacist at Shields Health Solutions

It's time for Part II in our Pharmaceutical Industry Series where we explore essential skills and strategies crucial for excelling in the dynamic world of the pharmaceutical industry. Gina unveils invaluable insights gained from her rich experience in the field, shedding light on the pivotal skills required to thrive in this competitive landscape. Gina kicks off the episode by emphasising the importance of networking in securing roles within the pharmaceutical industry. Sharing her personal journey, she underscores the significance of building relationships and connections, even before their immediate necessity. Tips and actionable strategies for effective networking, including leveraging existing connections and the art of asking open-ended questions, are revealed to help aspiring pharmaceutical professionals pave their path in the industry. In a compelling segment, Gina delves into the significance of storytelling as a pivotal skill in pharmaceutical careers. Explaining its relevance in interviews and when engaging with healthcare professionals, she elucidates how compelling narratives can substantially impact communication effectiveness. Drawing from her experiences, Gina offers insightful tips on honing storytelling skills, including creativity, the use of anecdotes, and unique practice methods—such as storytelling with children—to refine this craft. Consistency in goal delivery emerges as a critical aspect of success within the pharmaceutical landscape. Gina emphasizes the importance of reliability and follow-through, cautioning against the pitfalls of overpromising while setting realistic priorities. She expertly navigates the intricacies of juggling career aspirations with parenting responsibilities, offering actionable advice on maintaining focus amidst unexpected tasks. Stay tuned for our next episode, where Gina and I will explore productivity and time management strategies for working parents in the pharmaceutical field. SIGN UP to my NEWSLETTER below so you’ll be the first to know when new episodes are being released. You’ll also receive regular inspiration, tips, tools, and free content. https://pharmacistdiaries.ck.page/newsletter PARTNERSHIPS: The Naked Pharmacy is offering my podcast listeners a 20% discount on all their products. Use discount code PD20 at checkout to receive the offer. https://www.thenakedpharmacy.com/ Healf is offering my podcast listeners a 10% discount on all their products. Use the following link to purchase products and the discount code will be applied at checkout. https://healf.com/?snowball=ANISHA11032 FREE PDF GUIDE: 5 Steps to Streamline Your Week and Add 5 Extra Hours to Your Schedule! Inside these digital pages, you'll discover a carefully crafted strategy designed to bring order to the chaos, providing you with the keys to unlock additional time in your week. As we step into a new year, it's the perfect moment to redefine how you approach your days, allowing you to reclaim precious hours for what truly matters. Let's make 2024 the year of transformation and unparalleled efficiency! Don’t miss out on all this FREE content friends. Here’s the link to⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠subscribe⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! https://pharmacistdiaries.ck.page/news CONNECT WITH GINA: LinkedIn: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/ginabariah⁠ PharmAffinity Website: ⁠https://www.pharmaffinity.co.uk/⁠ PharmAffinity Forum: ⁠https://forum.pharmaffinity.co.uk/⁠ TikTok: ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@ginabariah⁠ CONNECT WITH ME: Website: https://www.pharmacistdiaries.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pharmacistdiariesuk/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pharmacistdiariesuk LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anisha-patel-a95b9562/ Twitter:  https://twitter.com/PharmDiariesUK Email: info@pharmacistdiaries.com FILMED AND EDITED BY: Sunjay Vyas: ⁠⁠https://www.sunjav.uk/⁠⁠ Follow me on⁠⁠ My Website⁠⁠,⁠⁠ YouTube⁠⁠,⁠⁠ Instagram⁠⁠,⁠⁠ Facebook⁠⁠,⁠⁠ LinkedIn⁠⁠, and/or⁠⁠ Twitter⁠⁠. Feel free to subscribe to the podcast on your favourite podcast platform so you can be notified when a new episode is released or leave a review on apple podcasts. If you have any suggestions for guests you want me to talk to or if you’d like to come on yourself, please feel free to contact me via social media, or email at info@pharmacistdiaries.com.

The 2024 Pharmacy Profit Summit LIVE was held on March 10th and 11th at the Dallas Omni and was packed with pharmacy owners interested in building their Independent Pharmacy Business.  Experts Estimate 10 to 20 percent of Independent Pharmacy Owners Will Be Forced to Sell or Close In 2024 and the Profit Summit LIVE is all about empowering Independent Community Pharmacy business owners.    This episode features:  RxMile - Kunal Vyas RxRise - Adam Gladieux Save Rite - Adam Robinson, PharmD ValueCare Suite - Ean Shelley DiversifyRx - Heather Haro Listen to these interviews with pharmacy owners, vendors, and the DiversifyRx Team taling about ways to thrive in 2024 and beyond. 

Dr. Anna Esparham, MD , founder of Health Is PowHer, Is a nationally-recognized and triple-board certified physician in pediatrics, integrative medicine, and medical acupuncture. And soon-to-be quadruple board-certified in Osteopathic Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine after she went back to residency this year. At the “Health Is PowHer” podcast, she bridges the gap between conventional and holistic approaches to chronic conditions, providing both healthcare professionals and the public with vital insights to achieve complete healing. She also has conducted several research studies-published In several peer-reviewed medical journals, and has been featured In the New York Times, Shape Magazine, Healthy Children, and More!

Located in rural Tennessee Marcrom's Pharmacy has been finding ways to do more and be better for decades.  Joe McKamey is the right-hand-man to Ray Marcrom, the owner of this remarkable pharmacy.  In this episode, Joe is joined by Joel Flaker, CEO and founder of Suncrest Solutions, which provides several technology solutions that make prescription pick-up faster and easier for patients.  Joe shares several tips on how Marcrom's uses inventory control, MedSync, drug nutrient depletion, immunization texts,  as well as other technology tools to be successful.