

Transpharmation - redefining pharmacy through smart technology
Robert Sztar
A little about the podcast
The Transpharmation podcast show was launched in February 2014 to help pharmacy owners build better, smarter, more profitable 21st century businesses by embracing technology. During each episode we cover one or more of the following:
-Listener Q&A (via social media, email, iTunes review, blog comments)
-Current issues & events in technology and pharmacy
-App of the Week
-A bite sized DIY transpharmation: This covers a specific technology piece (eg. e-Faxing, Password Management, News Feeds etc.) and how this can benefit the pharmacy owner and their business (time, money, and confidence).
-Interviews with successful pharmacy owners, who have partnered their business with technology
-Interviews with technology partners who can help pharmacy owners build their 21st century pharmacy.
The Transpharmation podcast show was launched in February 2014 to help pharmacy owners build better, smarter, more profitable 21st century businesses by embracing technology. During each episode we cover one or more of the following:
-Listener Q&A (via social media, email, iTunes review, blog comments)
-Current issues & events in technology and pharmacy
-App of the Week
-A bite sized DIY transpharmation: This covers a specific technology piece (eg. e-Faxing, Password Management, News Feeds etc.) and how this can benefit the pharmacy owner and their business (time, money, and confidence).
-Interviews with successful pharmacy owners, who have partnered their business with technology
-Interviews with technology partners who can help pharmacy owners build their 21st century pharmacy.
Episodes
Mentioned books

Apr 30, 2015 • 1h 5min
#61 How to plan your pharmacy’s remarkable future through consistent innovation
Click on the link below for FREE access to all the resources discussed in this episode:
robertsztar.com/episode61
THIS EPISODE FEATURES:
Interview with Patrick Reid, CEO LASA, Pharmacist and Pharmacy Owner
Pharmacy Innovations: Past, Present, and a bright future
A look outside our industry: Lorna Jane, Dollar Shave Club, and Apple

Apr 23, 2015 • 1h 22min
#60 How to collaborate and create a better pharmacy experience with your patients
Click on the link below for FREE access to all the resources discussed in this episode:
robertsztar.com/episode60
THIS EPISODE FEATURES:
- Interview with Sarah Kucharski, CEO FMD Chat & Co-ordinator of e-patient program at Stanford University Medicine X
- My Top 6 Learnings from the Future Health Summit (hosted by Association & Communications Events)
- The Next Big Things in Pharmacy/Health Technology

Apr 16, 2015 • 1h 1min
#59 How technology enables more personal and valuable pharmacy-patient relationships
Click on the link below for FREE access to all the resources discussed in this episode:
robertsztar.com/episode59
THIS EPISODE FEATURES:
Interview with Wim Battaerd, co-founder PharmEngage
Pharmacy Website Masterclass details
Future Health Summit Preview

Apr 9, 2015 • 47min
#58 How smart retail technology can enhance your pharmacy’s customer experience
Click on the link below for FREE access to all the resources discussed in this episode:
robertsztar.com/episode58
THIS EPISODE FEATURES:
-Interview with Stephen Borg, CEO and Corporate Director of Global Strategy, AOPEN
-Pharmacy Website Masterclass details
-How Google is about to make life tough for Chemist Warehouse.
-Retail Technology Innovations

Apr 2, 2015 • 1h 1min
#57 How to maximise your pharmacy’s profitability through efficient automation
Click on the link below for FREE access to all the resources discussed in this episode:
robertsztar.com/episode57
THIS EPISODE FEATURES:
Interview with Robert Allen, CEO, Dose Innovations
Pharmacy Website Masterclass details
Retail Technology Innovations
Transpharmation Tribe Hangout Review
Business Productivity Tips for Easter

Mar 26, 2015 • 59min
#56 How your pharmacy payroll system can reduce risk, save you money and boost productivity
Click on the link below for FREE access to all the resources discussed in this episode:
robertsztar.com/episode56
THIS EPISODE FEATURES:
Interview with Tracy Angwin, CEO & Author, Australian Payroll Association
Pharmacy Website Masterclass details
Retail Technology Innovations
Patients OR Customers OR Both?
Transpharmation Google Hangout
Upcoming Events

Mar 19, 2015 • 1h 12min
#55 How you can take advantage of the best USA Pharmacy Innovations
Click on the link below for FREE access to all the resources discussed in this episode:
robertsztar.com/episode55
THIS EPISODE FEATURES:
Interview with Todd Eury, Host - Pharmacy Podcast Show (USA)
Launch of the Transpharmation Magazine
APP Round-Up (Including my Top 5 Learnings & Top 5 New Technology Tools)

Mar 12, 2015 • 1h 10min
#54 How to tackle your pharmacy’s 9 biggest opportunities
Click on the link below for FREE access to all the resources discussed in this episode:
robertsztar.com/episode54
THIS EPISODE FEATURES:
Launch of the Transpharmation Magazine
My Money - Peter Saccasan, RSM Bird Cameron
My Phamacy - Peter Feros & Setrig Yozghatlian, Cincotta Chemist Blacktown
My Team - Michael Hazilias, HRMWeb
My Patients - Adam Posner, Directivity
Innovation - Cathie Reid, Epic Pharmacy
My Partners - John Tawadrous, Think Pharmacy Kippa Ring
IT Systems - George Alam, Chemist POS Direct
Mobility - Simon Herfort, YouSave Chemist
Automation - Robert Allen, Dose Innovations
APP 2015 Meetup
APP 2015 Day 1

Mar 5, 2015 • 49min
#53 How to unlock the biggest retail opportunities in your pharmacy
Click on the link below for FREE access to all the resources discussed in this episode:
robertsztar.com/episode53
THIS EPISODE FEATURES:
- Interview with Brian Walker (CEO) - Retail Doctor Group Insights
- Grow retail sales in your pharmacy
- Listener debate, Customers or Patients? You decide.
- My Top 5 tips for a better APP 2015

Feb 26, 2015 • 1h 6min
#52 How to turn your pharmacy data into valuable wisdom for your patients and your business
Click on the link below for FREE access to all the resources discussed in this episode:
robertsztar.com/episode52
THIS EPISODE FEATURES:
- Interview with Mike Da Gama (Founder & Director) - Nostradata
- Turning Big Data into Patient Wisdom
- Transpharmation Show turns 1.
- Gear up for APP 2015