Pharmacy Podcast Network

In this thought-provoking episode of This Week in Pharmacy, I am joined by three powerhouse leaders from health innovation: Dr. Alex Ding (Humana), Dr. Marc Watkins (Kroger Health), and Brian Urban (Best Buy Health). Together, they explore the next generation of patient access—where healthcare meets lifestyle, nutrition, and digital convenience. Special Guests:  Dr. Alexander Ding, MD, MBA – Medical Director, Humana Dr. Marc R. Watkins, M.D. – Chief Medical Officer, Kroger Health Brian Urban – Head of Innovation, Best Buy Health From food-as-medicine initiatives and retail-driven clinical models to smart tech integration in chronic care, this episode examines how cross-industry collaborations are shaping the future of health. It's not just about treating illness—it's about engineering longevity. 💡 Topics Covered: ☑️ The intersection of grocery, pharmacy, and tech in holistic care ☑️ Reducing healthcare utilization by improving access to essential needs ☑️ How retail health platforms are personalizing nutrition + medication delivery ☑️ Digital health tools for aging in place, remote monitoring, and patient education Thank you to Independent Pharmacy Cooperative (IPC) for your support of today's #TWIRx episode, leading in #DigitalHealth tech through iCare+ for Community Pharmacy. Watch here: https://lnkd.in/eQM_s7Zq Next-Generation Patient Access to Food, Medicine, and Lifestyle Programs | TWIRx

Welcome to Part One of our special post-show coverage of the APhA 2025 Annual Meeting & Exposition! In this episode, we’re joined by an incredible lineup of guests who bring insights, announcements, and reflections straight from the show floor. Whether you attended in person or are catching up from afar, this episode offers a front-row seat to some of the most compelling moments of APhA 2025. 👥 Featured Guests: Stephen Beckman – CEO of Yaral Pharma Jeff Arbuckle – ScriptPro Mark Garofoli, PharmD – Pain Guy™ and host of the Pain Pod Kathy Campbell, Pharm. D Niklas Sandler – CurifyLabs Jessica Beal, PharmD Each guest shares their unique perspective on innovations in pharmacy, industry trends, and their key takeaways from the conference. Get ready for inspiration, expert insights, and some exciting sneak peeks into what’s next in pharmacy. 💊 Episode Sponsor: Yaral Pharma Proudly sponsored by Yaral Pharma, committed to advancing patient care with high-quality pharmaceutical solutions. 🔗 Visit Yaral Pharma 📍 More on APhA 2025: Explore event highlights, sessions, and updates from the American Pharmacists Association. 🔗 Learn more about APhA

In this episode of FrameworkFocus™, host Todd Eury sits down with Dori Armstead, VP of People at SoftWriters, to explore The Future of Work and what it means for the pharmacy technology industry. Dori shares insights on building a talent-centric organization, SoftWriters’ journey in improving hiring and retention, and how HR strategies are evolving to meet today’s workforce demands. The conversation covers key topics like attracting and developing top talent, fostering a culture of belonging, and planning for the future through thoughtful job architecture. With a forward-looking perspective, Dori highlights the skillsets that will drive business success over the next five years and provides practical advice for pharmacy leaders looking to future-proof their workforce.

Kyle Panter, PharmD shares insights on how he got started in compounding and some of what he does for Innovative Pharmacy Solutions. He talks about how he does doctor detailing and how his business card, rolled up in a giant horse pill, has proven to be a great tool for getting in to see the doctor.  He is joined by Michelle Bethel, Product Manager from Kalchem International who talks about how her company supports Kyle and other pharmacies by providing quality chemicals and ongoing support.  You can learn more about Kalchem at: www.kalcheminternational.com    Participants:  Kyle Panter, PharmD, kyle@innovativepharmacysolutions.com Michelle Bethel, Product Manager, mbether@kalcheminternational.com

In this episode of the NASP Podcast, Sheila Arquette, President & CEO of NASP, speaks with Jessie Heaton, PharmD, MBA, CSP, Vice President of Specialty and Infusion at Maxor, and Michelle Mulgrew, PharmD, Vice President of Commercial Specialty Market Development at Maxor, about specialty pharmacy’s role in rare disease patient care management and how to empower patients, prescribers, and manufacturers to navigate complex clinical needs.

This Week in Pharmacy – April 4, 2025 We launch with the "godfather of Functional Pharmacy" Robert Kress fRx. Roberts is a #pharmacist, practitioner, and coach who blends lifestyle and functional medicine with a passion for empowering patients. He believes true healing comes from within the patient, and that the role of the practitioner is to guide, teach, and support through awareness, education, and self-care. Rather than dispensing medications, Roberts shares tools for wellness—ranging from supplements and nutrition to mindfulness, natural movement, and purposeful living—all aimed at helping others reach peak performance and holistic well-being.   This week on This Week in Pharmacy (TWIP), we’re proud to honor World Autism Awareness Day, celebrated globally on Tuesday, April 2nd, by spotlighting an inspiring voice in the profession: Dr. Brian Catton, PharmD. Brian is many things—a husband, a father, a community pharmacist and Pharmacist in Charge at Walgreens, and proudly, an autistic professional who brings heart, authenticity, and advocacy into every role he plays. In this deeply personal and powerful interview, Brian shares his journey—from his early diagnosis in 1989 with PDD-NOS (Pervasive Developmental Disorder Not Otherwise Specified), to earning his Doctor of Pharmacy degree from Shenandoah University, to leading in both life and the pharmacy profession. He speaks candidly about what Autism Acceptance truly means: moving beyond awareness to inclusion, understanding, and valuing neurodiverse individuals for who they are and the perspectives they bring. ✨ “It’s not just about knowing autistic people exist—it’s about making sure we’re heard, included, and able to contribute to the betterment of our spheres of influence.” – Dr. Brian Catton Tune in to hear Brian’s story of resilience, growth, humor, and purpose. You’ll walk away inspired—and better equipped to foster inclusion in your community and workplace.   Next up, we talk with John Nosta.   John Nosta is the Founder and President of NostaLab, a globally recognized innovation think tank at the intersection of technology, science, and medicine. Renowned for his forward-thinking insights, John is consistently ranked among the top global influencers in digital health and technology. He has contributed over 500 articles to publications such as Forbes, Fortune, Psychology Today, and Bloomberg, and has been published in esteemed peer-reviewed journals including The American Journal of Physiology and Circulation. John has served on advisory boards for organizations like Google Health and the World Health Organization's Digital Health Roster of Experts. As a sought-after speaker, he guides companies, NGOs, and governments through the complexities of exponential change and innovation.    Learn more at JohnNosta.com  🧩 This episode is part of our ongoing effort to highlight diversity, humanity, and leadership in pharmacy. 🔗 Listen now and join the conversation. #ThisWeekInPharmacy #WorldAutismAwarenessDay #AutismAcceptance #Neurodiversity

Heavily focused on the finance sector, Lansworth had a goal of breaking into the pharmacy industry. On this episode of Marketing Vitals, we talk with Finch Marketing client, Carrie Koski, on how targeted marketing has impacted Lansworth achieving their goal. By understanding the pain points of their new target audience and using a strategic marketing approach, Lansworth became a credible and trusted company in a new market in a short timeframe.

Why is Point-of-Sale (POS) crucial for community pharmacies? In this episode of Pharmacy Podcast Tech Trends, powered by PrimeRx, we dive deep with Paul Jacobsen, Senior Product Manager for PrimeRx POS, and Ketan Mehta, CEO of PrimeRx, to explore how innovative POS features streamline pharmacy operations, optimize finances, and enhance patient experiences. 💡 Tune in to discover: ✅ How POS technology improves workflow efficiency ✅ Strategies to boost financial performance ✅ Ways to enhance patient interactions & compliance 🎧 Listen now and stay ahead in pharmacy tech! CLICK HERE: https://www.primerx.io/podcast/

🔬 Episode Overview: While medications are often the first line of treatment, some children continue to experience seizures despite multiple drug therapies. The ketogenic diet, a high-fat, low-carbohydrate approach, has been used for nearly a century to help control epilepsy—sometimes leading to significant seizure reduction or even remission. 💡 What You’ll Learn: ✅ How the ketogenic diet works to control seizures ✅ The science behind ketosis and its impact on the brain ✅ Who qualifies for ketogenic therapy and when it’s recommended ✅ Practical challenges of implementing the diet in children ✅ The pharmacist’s role in monitoring and supporting ketogenic therapy ✅ Key risks, side effects, and how to manage them 🎤 Guest Experts: We’re joined by Jon Cokley PharmD BCPPS and Lauren Kronisch, MS, RDN, LDN, leading experts in pediatric neurology, ketogenic diet therapy, and clinical pharmacy, who share insights on how this diet is changing the landscape of epilepsy management. 🔗 Resources & References: 📄 Clinical guidelines on ketogenic diet therapy 📚 Studies on keto’s effectiveness in refractory epilepsy 🥑 Parent and caregiver resources for implementing the diet 🎧 Tune In Now! Don’t miss this deep dive into how nutrition is playing a critical role in seizure management for children. Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or your favorite podcast platform! 📢 Join the Conversation: Have experience with ketogenic therapy? Questions for our experts? Connect with us on [Podcast Socials] and share your thoughts!

Pharmacy Times Continuing Education (PTCE) provides industry leading pharmacy CE to retail, oncology, managed care, specialty, and health-systems pharmacists. They use multiple deliverables in the live, virtual, on-demand, and print formats created by in-house pharmacists to deliver tailored multi-specialty education. Best Practices for Management of Hyperlipidemia: A Focus on Guidelines and Patient Adherence Educational Objectives Examine best practices for optimizing medication adherence and treatment initiation in hypercholesterolemia management Explain patient education and counseling for managing hypercholesteremia Faculty: Joseph Saseen, PharmD, BCPS, BCACP, CLS Professor and Associate Dean for Clinical Affairs University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus Skaggs School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences Aurora, Colorado   Mary Katherine Cheeley, PharmD, BCPS, CLS, FNLA Executive Director, Ambulatory Pharmacy Services Grady Health System Atlanta, Georgia Joseph Saseen, PharmD, BCPS, BCACP, CLS, has the following financial relationships with commercial interests to disclose: Other Support (Lipid Monitoring Committee): Amgen (VESALIUS and OCEAN(a))   Mary Katherine Cheeley, PharmD, BCPS, CLS, FNLA, has the following financial relationships with commercial interests to disclose: Grant/Research Support: Novartis Consultant: Novartis, Regeneron   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 hours (0.05 CEU) under the ACPE universal activity number 0290-9999-25-069-H01-P. The activity is available for CE credit through March 31, 2026.   This activity is jointly provided by the University of Connecticut School of Pharmacy–Storrs and Pharmacy Times Continuing Education™, and is supported by an educational grant from Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation.   Please follow the link below to access this activity on PTCE and claim CE credit: www.pharmacytimes.org/hyperlipidemiapodcast