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Ep 723Therapeutic Thursdays: SICP Educational Steering Committee: “It’s The Remix”: Mixing and Matching COVID Vaccine Boosters

The CDC has provided a lot of guidance surrounding COVID-19 vaccine boosters and there are several vaccine manufacturers of these vaccines. How do we make sense of this information to ensure patients receive appropriate, evidence-based protection? This podcast will describe supplementary guidance for mixing and matching COVID-19 vaccine boosters by evaluating the literature and also reviewing current CDC recommendations. Due to ongoing updates, please see the CDC’s COVID-19 Vaccine Interim Immunization Schedule for Ages 6 Months and Older here: https://www.cdc.gov/vaccines/covid-19/downloads/COVID-19-immunization-schedule-ages-6months-older.pdf The information presented during the podcast reflects solely the opinions of the presenter. The information and materials are not, and are not intended as, a comprehensive source of drug information on this topic. The contents of the podcast have not been reviewed by ASHP, and should neither be interpreted as the official policies of ASHP, nor an endorsement of any product(s), nor should they be considered as a substitute for the professional judgment of the pharmacist or physician.

Jul 28, 202221 min

Ep 721AJHP Voices: National trends in prescription drug expenditures and projections for 2022

In this podcast, Dr. Nilay Shah and Dr. Eric Tichy discuss the AJHP Special Feature, “National trends in prescription drug expenditures and projections for 2022,” with host and AJHP Editor in Chief Dr. Daniel Cobaugh. The information presented during the podcast reflects solely the opinions of the presenter. The information and materials are not, and are not intended as, a comprehensive source of drug information on this topic. The contents of the podcast have not been reviewed by ASHP, and should neither be interpreted as the official policies of ASHP, nor an endorsement of any product(s), nor should they be considered as a substitute for the professional judgment of the pharmacist or physician.

Jul 27, 202226 min

Ep 722COVID-19: Telehealth in Small and Rural Hospitals: Pandemic Acceleration and Beyond

In this episode, our pharmacists who practice in small and rural hospital share best practices for engaging and training pharmacists to use video conferencing technology, identify resources and strategies for developing telepharmacy services and how telepharmacy post COVID can advance pharmacy practice and improve patient care. The information presented during the podcast reflects solely the opinions of the presenter. The information and materials are not, and are not intended as, a comprehensive source of drug information on this topic. The contents of the podcast have not been reviewed by ASHP, and should neither be interpreted as the official policies of ASHP, nor an endorsement of any product(s), nor should they be considered as a substitute for the professional judgment of the pharmacist or physician.

Jul 26, 202254 min

Ep 703Research Topics: Introduction to the Specialty Pharmacy Outcomes Literature Library

Listeners will be introduced to the background and purpose of the Specialty Pharmacy Outcomes Literature Library, an exciting new resource for ASHP members. This podcast will also discuss how best to utilize this resource as members set out to perform their own outcomes projects. The information presented during the podcast reflects solely the opinions of the presenter. The information and materials are not, and are not intended as, a comprehensive source of drug information on this topic. The contents of the podcast have not been reviewed by ASHP, and should neither be interpreted as the official policies of ASHP, nor an endorsement of any product(s), nor should they be considered as a substitute for the professional judgment of the pharmacist or physician.

Jul 25, 20227 min

Ep 713Vaccine Navigators: Meet the Navigators

In this first of a series, Vicki Basalyga, Director of Member Relations at ASHP and ASHP representative for the Navigators, sits down with the leaders of the group to discuss their mission, vision and the goals of this group as they relate to public health. The information presented during the podcast reflects solely the opinions of the presenter. The information and materials are not, and are not intended as, a comprehensive source of drug information on this topic. The contents of the podcast have not been reviewed by ASHP, and should neither be interpreted as the official policies of ASHP, nor an endorsement of any product(s), nor should they be considered as a substitute for the professional judgment of the pharmacist or physician.

Jul 23, 202216 min

Ep 720Pharmacy Leadership: Leadership in Pharmacy: Traditional/Non-Traditional Career Paths

This podcast, produced by ASHP’s Pharmacy Administration and Leadership Resident Collaborative, provides an engaging interview with two pharmacy leaders who have had successful careers after completing a Health System Pharmacy Administration and Leadership residency. Although both leaders have completed the same type of residency training, they have pursued different career paths, one being traditional and the other being non-traditional. David Dawka and Samm Anderegg will share their insights on their professional journeys after residency. The information presented during the podcast reflects solely the opinions of the presenter. The information and materials are not, and are not intended as, a comprehensive source of drug information on this topic. The contents of the podcast have not been reviewed by ASHP, and should neither be interpreted as the official policies of ASHP, nor an endorsement of any product(s), nor should they be considered as a substitute for the professional judgment of the pharmacist or physician.

Jul 22, 202223 min

Ep 710Therapeutic Thursdays: Pediatrics: Overcoming Challenges in Parenteral Nutrition Taking Care of Small Patients in Big Places Small Patients and their PN Challenges

In this pediatric-focused presentation planned in cooperation with the Section of Clinical Specialists and Scientists, our content matter expert reviews the neonatal and pediatric requirements for macronutrients and micronutrients and the characteristics of this population’s specific parenteral nutrition products affect the solubility and stability of the formulation. The information presented during the podcast reflects solely the opinions of the presenter. The information and materials are not, and are not intended as, a comprehensive source of drug information on this topic. The contents of the podcast have not been reviewed by ASHP, and should neither be interpreted as the official policies of ASHP, nor an endorsement of any product(s), nor should they be considered as a substitute for the professional judgment of the pharmacist or physician.

Jul 21, 202219 min

Ep 719Student Perspectives: The Value of Mentorship

Finding and engaging a mentor can be one of the most intimidating and challenging parts of pharmacy school. During this podcast, Megan Wright, PharmD Candidate at the UNC Eshelman School of Pharmacy and Dr. Katelynn Granger, a PGY-1 resident at MUSC Health, will talk discuss their own personal mentorship relationship and how it can be fostered and maintained through busy times. The information presented during the podcast reflects solely the opinions of the presenter. The information and materials are not, and are not intended as, a comprehensive source of drug information on this topic. The contents of the podcast have not been reviewed by ASHP, and should neither be interpreted as the official policies of ASHP, nor an endorsement of any product(s), nor should they be considered as a substitute for the professional judgment of the pharmacist or physician.

Jul 20, 202211 min

Ep 715Hot Topics in Pharmacy: Don’t Get Stuck! Treating Acute Pain in Patients Taking Buprenorphine

This episode provides an overview of treatment options for acute pain in patients taking buprenorphine and how pharmacists can provide optimal care for patients. The information presented during the podcast reflects solely the opinions of the presenter. The information and materials are not, and are not intended as, a comprehensive source of drug information on this topic. The contents of the podcast have not been reviewed by ASHP, and should neither be interpreted as the official policies of ASHP, nor an endorsement of any product(s), nor should they be considered as a substitute for the professional judgment of the pharmacist or physician.

Jul 19, 202217 min

Ep 718Leadership Conversations: Establishing an Student Internship Program

There are a wide variety of student internship programs across the country. This podcast, hosted by the New Practitioners Forum, focuses on unique summer internship programs and shares advice for practitioners to consider when establishing or enhancing internship programs at their institution. The information presented during the podcast reflects solely the opinions of the presenter. The information and materials are not, and are not intended as, a comprehensive source of drug information on this topic. The contents of the podcast have not been reviewed by ASHP, and should neither be interpreted as the official policies of ASHP, nor an endorsement of any product(s), nor should they be considered as a substitute for the professional judgment of the pharmacist or physician.

Jul 18, 202244 min

Ep 717Pharmacy Leadership and oversite of additional service lines

We speak with three pharmacy leaders that have organizational responsibility for pharmacy and other clinical service lines. This is a growing phenomenon in healthcare and this podcast episode shares their insights and learnings with managing additional service lines. The information presented during the podcast reflects solely the opinions of the presenter. The information and materials are not, and are not intended as, a comprehensive source of drug information on this topic. The contents of the podcast have not been reviewed by ASHP, and should neither be interpreted as the official policies of ASHP, nor an endorsement of any product(s), nor should they be considered as a substitute for the professional judgment of the pharmacist or physician.

Jul 18, 202224 min

Ep 714It’s a Balancing Act: Cultivating Passions In and Outside of the Pharmacy Profession

This episode features a conversation with Alsean Bryant, an HIV pharmacy specialist with the AIDS Healthcare Foundation. Listeners will learn about his thriving pharmacy practice as well as his work with national recording artists, a professional football team, and mentees. Alsean will share how he is able to explore all of his interests and leave a lasting impact on the community. The information presented during the podcast reflects solely the opinions of the presenter. The information and materials are not, and are not intended as, a comprehensive source of drug information on this topic. The contents of the podcast have not been reviewed by ASHP, and should neither be interpreted as the official policies of ASHP, nor an endorsement of any product(s), nor should they be considered as a substitute for the professional judgment of the pharmacist or physician.

Jul 14, 202221 min

Ep 711Sick and Tired of Being Sick and Tired: New Perspectives on Occupational Burnout During the COVID-19 Pandemic

This podcast features excerpts from the presentation at the 2021 Midyear Clinical Meeting where Bryan McCarthy and Lalita Prasad-Reddy discuss the effects of work-related stress on productivity during the COVID-19 pandemic and identify methods that can prevent occupational burnout in the pharmacy department. The information presented during the podcast reflects solely the opinions of the presenter. The information and materials are not, and are not intended as, a comprehensive source of drug information on this topic. The contents of the podcast have not been reviewed by ASHP, and should neither be interpreted as the official policies of ASHP, nor an endorsement of any product(s), nor should they be considered as a substitute for the professional judgment of the pharmacist or physician.

Jul 13, 202245 min

Ep 709Community Pharmacy: Innovative Partnerships for Health Systems

In this podcast we discuss the development of an innovative partnership model between a department of pharmacy within a health system and an external community pharmacy network. The information presented during the podcast reflects solely the opinions of the presenter. The information and materials are not, and are not intended as, a comprehensive source of drug information on this topic. The contents of the podcast have not been reviewed by ASHP, and should neither be interpreted as the official policies of ASHP, nor an endorsement of any product(s), nor should they be considered as a substitute for the professional judgment of the pharmacist or physician.

Jul 12, 202232 min

Ep 705A Little Dab Should Do It: Pain Management with Cannabis

Chronic pain is one of the main reasons patients seek medical care in the United States. Cannabis is being investigated as an alternate to opioid therapy due the potential to decrease opioid requirements and a better safety profile compared to opioids. This session will review cannabis use as an analgesic and highlight the pharmacist consultative role in cannabis education for pain. The information presented during the podcast reflects solely the opinions of the presenter. The information and materials are not, and are not intended as, a comprehensive source of drug information on this topic. The contents of the podcast have not been reviewed by ASHP, and should neither be interpreted as the official policies of ASHP, nor an endorsement of any product(s), nor should they be considered as a substitute for the professional judgment of the pharmacist or physician.

Jul 9, 202232 min

Ep 708The State of Health Informatics in Pharmacy Education

In this podcast, we will discuss how artificial intelligence machine learning, data science and analytics are being incorporated into pharmacy education and how pharmacists can be better prepared to enter the ever-changing workforce. The information presented during the podcast reflects solely the opinions of the presenter. The information and materials are not, and are not intended as, a comprehensive source of drug information on this topic. The contents of the podcast have not been reviewed by ASHP, and should neither be interpreted as the official policies of ASHP, nor an endorsement of any product(s), nor should they be considered as a substitute for the professional judgment of the pharmacist or physician.

Jul 8, 202214 min

Ep 707Maximizing Medicaid: How Provider Status Intersects with Medicaid Coverage

Tom and Jillanne will cover a recent communication from Medicaid to the states, directing them to allow providers authorized under the PREP Act to order and administer vaccines to enroll in Medicaid. We’ll discuss what this tone shift signals for pharmacists and how it intersects with broader provider status efforts. The information presented during the podcast reflects solely the opinions of the presenter. The information and materials are not, and are not intended as, a comprehensive source of drug information on this topic. The contents of the podcast have not been reviewed by ASHP, and should neither be interpreted as the official policies of ASHP, nor an endorsement of any product(s), nor should they be considered as a substitute for the professional judgment of the pharmacist or physician.

Jul 7, 202216 min

Ep 706The long and short of long-acting antiretroviral therapy for HIV

The first of many new and emerging long-acting antiretroviral therapy (LA ART) regimens recently received FDA approval for the treatment and prevention of HIV infection. The panel discusses LA ART and its impact on clinical practice. The information presented during the podcast reflects solely the opinions of the presenter. The information and materials are not, and are not intended as, a comprehensive source of drug information on this topic. The contents of the podcast have not been reviewed by ASHP, and should neither be interpreted as the official policies of ASHP, nor an endorsement of any product(s), nor should they be considered as a substitute for the professional judgment of the pharmacist or physician.

Jul 7, 202227 min

Ep 704Well-being and Resiliency in Pharmacy Practice and Training

Residency program directors (RPD) from across the country will discuss successful personal and health system resiliency strategies across the spectrum for supporting individual well-being and cultivating organizational cultures committed to mitigating occupational burnout. Content will include members sharing experiences related to individual and organizational resiliency, implementation of solutions, and strategies for self-care. The information presented during the podcast reflects solely the opinions of the presenter. The information and materials are not, and are not intended as, a comprehensive source of drug information on this topic. The contents of the podcast have not been reviewed by ASHP, and should neither be interpreted as the official policies of ASHP, nor an endorsement of any product(s), nor should they be considered as a substitute for the professional judgment of the pharmacist or physician.

Jul 6, 202240 min

Ep 702Advocacy Roundtable Discussion

Listen to our Advocacy Roundtable Discussion with ASHP’s government relations team regarding our top advocacy priorities. This discussion with Tom Kraus, vice president of government relations, Jillanne Schulte Wall, senior director of Health and Regulatory Policy, and Kyle Robb, director of state policy advocacy, provides ASHP members with an inside look at federal advocacy topics impacting the practice of pharmacy. Topics discussed include pharmacist provider status, 340B, elimination of the X-waiver for buprenorphine prescribing, white bagging, and more. The information presented during the podcast reflects solely the opinions of the presenter. The information and materials are not, and are not intended as, a comprehensive source of drug information on this topic. The contents of the podcast have not been reviewed by ASHP, and should neither be interpreted as the official policies of ASHP, nor an endorsement of any product(s), nor should they be considered as a substitute for the professional judgment of the pharmacist or physician.

Jun 30, 202231 min

Ep 700Ensuring Technician Voices in the Department

This podcast episode discusses strategies to ensure pharmacy technicians have a voice in pharmacy, associated committees, and outcomes. With the heightened national issue around the pharmacy technician workforce the conversation shares how these processes impacts professional satisfaction, engagement, and retention for pharmacy technicians. The information presented during the podcast reflects solely the opinions of the presenter. The information and materials are not, and are not intended as, a comprehensive source of drug information on this topic. The contents of the podcast have not been reviewed by ASHP, and should neither be interpreted as the official policies of ASHP, nor an endorsement of any product(s), nor should they be considered as a substitute for the professional judgment of the pharmacist or physician.

Jun 30, 202211 min

Ep 699PAIring SSHP initiatives with PAI 2030

The ASHP Practice Advancement Initiative (PAI) 2030 provides aspiration guidance and is intended to propel changes in pharmacy practice that will have a major impact on the responsible use of medicines. Student Societies of Health-System Pharmacists (SSHPs) are actively promoting the pillars of PAI 2030 within their chapters. In this podcast episode, we will highlight examples of how to incorporate PAI into SSHP initiatives. The information presented during the podcast reflects solely the opinions of the presenter. The information and materials are not, and are not intended as, a comprehensive source of drug information on this topic. The contents of the podcast have not been reviewed by ASHP, and should neither be interpreted as the official policies of ASHP, nor an endorsement of any product(s), nor should they be considered as a substitute for the professional judgment of the pharmacist or physician.

Jun 29, 202217 min

Ep 698Establishing Professional Identity as a New Practitioner

During this podcast, listeners learn about establishing a professional identify as a new practitioner. Speakers include new practitioner members ranging from new graduates to practitioners with a few years of experience. Speakers share their insight and advice on crafting a professional identity and how that identity can evolve throughout your training and career. For additional resources related to establishing a professional identity, check out the ASHP Professional Identify Formation Worksheet, developed by members of the New Practitioners Forum. The information presented during the podcast reflects solely the opinions of the presenter. The information and materials are not, and are not intended as, a comprehensive source of drug information on this topic. The contents of the podcast have not been reviewed by ASHP, and should neither be interpreted as the official policies of ASHP, nor an endorsement of any product(s), nor should they be considered as a substitute for the professional judgment of the pharmacist or physician.

Jun 27, 202226 min

Ep 697ASHP Advantage: Standardize 4 Safety: Taking Aim at Strategies for Adoption

Safety is at the forefront of all processes in the pharmacy department. ASHP has been a champion of safety since the organization originated more than 75 years ago. ASHP received funding from the Food and Drug Administration’s (FDA) Safe Use Initiative to develop and implement national standardized concentrations for IV. and oral liquid medications. This is the first national inter-professional (physicians, pharmacists, nurses) initiative to standardize medication concentrations with the goal of reducing prescribing, dispensing, and medication errors for patients of all ages in settings ranging from hospital to home. This outstanding program, called Standardize 4 Safety, will have substantial downstream effects on safety, cost, efficiency, and error-reduction. Standardization will result in consolidated/converged product demand from hospitals, and more instances of ready-for-use drug preparations from manufacturers, simpler drug libraries, improvements to automatic drug recognition by infusion pumps, and improved clinical information system data exchange. The information presented during the podcast reflects solely the opinions of the presenter. The information and materials are not, and are not intended as, a comprehensive source of drug information on this topic. The contents of the podcast have not been reviewed by ASHP, and should neither be interpreted as the official policies of ASHP, nor an endorsement of any product(s), nor should they be considered as a substitute for the professional judgment of the pharmacist or physician.

Jun 24, 202229 min

Ep 694The Ups and Downs of Pharmacist Career Ladders

Please join us for an introduction to pharmacists career ladders, including their impact and benefits. This session will outline a pharmacist career ladder while providing insight into barriers and strategies for success with implementation. The information presented during the podcast reflects solely the opinions of the presenter. The information and materials are not, and are not intended as, a comprehensive source of drug information on this topic. The contents of the podcast have not been reviewed by ASHP, and should neither be interpreted as the official policies of ASHP, nor an endorsement of any product(s), nor should they be considered as a substitute for the professional judgment of the pharmacist or physician.

Jun 23, 202221 min

Ep 695Propel Your Professional Development with ASHP’s Guided Mentorship Program

This podcast will feature mentor-mentee pairs that participated in the inaugural cohort of the ASHP Guided Mentorship Program. Mentors and mentees will share insights of their experience with the program, reasons for pursuing a professional mentoring relationship, and tips for candidates considering the program.

Jun 22, 202227 min

Ep 688A Compassionate Approach to Acute Opioid Withdrawal

Harms from opioid misuse continue despite significant attention to this public health crisis. Symptoms of acute opioid withdrawal are incredibly disabling and a leading driver in returning to use. Numerous methods exist to palliate withdrawal symptoms and improve the likelihood a patient who uses opioids may achieve long term recovery. The information presented during the podcast reflects solely the opinions of the presenter. The information and materials are not, and are not intended as, a comprehensive source of drug information on this topic. The contents of the podcast have not been reviewed by ASHP, and should neither be interpreted as the official policies of ASHP, nor an endorsement of any product(s), nor should they be considered as a substitute for the professional judgment of the pharmacist or physician.

Jun 18, 202219 min

Ep 690Ask the 2021 Fellows: What I Wish I Knew as a New Practitioner

This podcast episode is an interview with five speakers recognized in 2021 as ASHP Fellows (FASHP). Fellows provide advice and encouragement for new practitioners in their career transitions, including recommendations on staying up to date with practice changes, professional involvement, and other timely topics such as burnout and resilience. The information presented during the podcast reflects solely the opinions of the presenter. The information and materials are not, and are not intended as, a comprehensive source of drug information on this topic. The contents of the podcast have not been reviewed by ASHP, and should neither be interpreted as the official policies of ASHP, nor an endorsement of any product(s), nor should they be considered as a substitute for the professional judgment of the pharmacist or physician.

Jun 17, 202225 min

Ep 692Therapeutic Thursdays: Nanomedicine

The field of nanomedicine is a complex and rapidly growing scientific domain. Nanomedicine encompasses a large and diverse number of pharmaceutical formulations including liposomes, micelles, nanoparticles and polymer-drug conjugates. Pharmacists will be provided with a view of the landscape of nanomedicines, critical research gaps and implications for patient-safety and therapeutic efficacy. The information presented during the podcast reflects solely the opinions of the presenter. The information and materials are not, and are not intended as, a comprehensive source of drug information on this topic. The contents of the podcast have not been reviewed by ASHP, and should neither be interpreted as the official policies of ASHP, nor an endorsement of any product(s), nor should they be considered as a substitute for the professional judgment of the pharmacist or physician.

Jun 16, 202230 min

Ep 689Building a Multisite PGY-1 Residency Program

For a school of pharmacy, developing a cohesive PGY-1 residency program can be challenging when faculty work across a large number of different health systems. With the growing demand of post-graduate training opportunities, what can these institutions do to help meet that demand? In this episode of Educator Essentials, we talk about some innovative approaches in creating a PGY-1 residency experience utilizing multiple learning sites. The information presented during the podcast reflects solely the opinions of the presenter. The information and materials are not, and are not intended as, a comprehensive source of drug information on this topic. The contents of the podcast have not been reviewed by ASHP, and should neither be interpreted as the official policies of ASHP, nor an endorsement of any product(s), nor should they be considered as a substitute for the professional judgment of the pharmacist or physician.

Jun 14, 202222 min

Ep 6772021 CHEST Guideline Updates: Antithrombotic Therapy for Venous Thromboembolism

A conversation highlighting updates to the 2021 CHEST guideline updates on antithrombotic therapy for venous thromboembolism (VTE). The information presented during the podcast reflects solely the opinions of the presenter. The information and materials are not, and are not intended as, a comprehensive source of drug information on this topic. The contents of the podcast have not been reviewed by ASHP, and should neither be interpreted as the official policies of ASHP, nor an endorsement of any product(s), nor should they be considered as a substitute for the professional judgment of the pharmacist or physician.

Jun 9, 202213 min

Ep 687Level Up Your Ambulatory Care Practice: Why Technicians Are Game Changers

From the 2021 Midyear Clinical Meeting, our content matter experts share their experiences with advanced pharmacy technicians in the ambulatory care setting. They will also discuss the benefits and barriers for advanced pharmacy technician roles, best practices for training, monitoring, evaluation, documentation and practice models. The information presented during the podcast reflects solely the opinions of the presenter. The information and materials are not, and are not intended as, a comprehensive source of drug information on this topic. The contents of the podcast have not been reviewed by ASHP, and should neither be interpreted as the official policies of ASHP, nor an endorsement of any product(s), nor should they be considered as a substitute for the professional judgment of the pharmacist or physician.

Jun 8, 202241 min

Ep 686The State of Wisconsin’s Approach to PAI 2030

ASHP has set the vision of advancing pharmacy practice with the Practice Advancement Initiative (PAI) 2030. This podcast will discuss how Wisconsin Health-System Pharmacy Administration and Leadership residents through the Practice Advancement Leadership Team (PALT) collaborated with the Pharmacy Society of Wisconsin (PSW) to support Wisconsin hospitals in filling out the PAI 2030 Self-Assessment Tool and raise awareness of PAI 2030. The information presented during the podcast reflects solely the opinions of the presenter. The information and materials are not, and are not intended as, a comprehensive source of drug information on this topic. The contents of the podcast have not been reviewed by ASHP, and should neither be interpreted as the official policies of ASHP, nor an endorsement of any product(s), nor should they be considered as a substitute for the professional judgment of the pharmacist or physician.

Jun 7, 202228 min

Ep 682The Logistics Behind Specialty Pharmacy Shipping Requirements

Shipping for specialty pharmacy patients is becoming increasingly more difficult. Compliance with cold chain and room temperature accreditation requirements, managing lost or delayed items, and managing rising costs are critical to ensure patients are receiving medication in a timely manner. This podcast episode covers current challenges in managing shipping operations and offers insight on how three Health System Specialty Pharmacies address these challenges. The information presented during the podcast reflects solely the opinions of the presenter. The information and materials are not, and are not intended as, a comprehensive source of drug information on this topic. The contents of the podcast have not been reviewed by ASHP, and should neither be interpreted as the official policies of ASHP, nor an endorsement of any product(s), nor should they be considered as a substitute for the professional judgment of the pharmacist or physician.

Jun 7, 202235 min

Ep 679Using a Patient-Tailored Pharmacist Interventions to Improve Specialty Medication Adherence: A Pragmatic Randomized Controlled Trial

This podcast episode discusses results from a recently completed pragmatic, prospective, randomized controlled study evaluating a patient-tailored intervention to improve specialty medication adherence. Listeners will learn how this rigorous study design was executed and the significant impact it had on patient outcomes. The information presented during the podcast reflects solely the opinions of the presenter. The information and materials are not, and are not intended as, a comprehensive source of drug information on this topic. The contents of the podcast have not been reviewed by ASHP, and should neither be interpreted as the official policies of ASHP, nor an endorsement of any product(s), nor should they be considered as a substitute for the professional judgment of the pharmacist or physician.

Jun 6, 202228 min

Ep 685Naloxone Distribution from the Hospital and So Can You! (CE)

The ongoing opioid epidemic in the United States (US) is entering a new phase with the Covid-19 pandemic. Overdose deaths are increasing in the US and opioid use disorder (OUD) is one of the main contributors to this issue. Naloxone is a life saving medication for opioid reversal but requires timely administration. Unfortunately, due to cost and other limitations such as prescription status, naloxone is not always available when it is needed most. Emergency Departments (ED) and hospitals can play a vital role in establishing naloxone distribution services and put this life-saving medications directly into the hands of patients that may need it. The information presented during the podcast reflects solely the opinions of the presenter. The information and materials are not, and are not intended as, a comprehensive source of drug information on this topic. The contents of the podcast have not been reviewed by ASHP, and should neither be interpreted as the official policies of ASHP, nor an endorsement of any product(s), nor should they be considered as a substitute for the professional judgment of the pharmacist or physician.

Jun 4, 202228 min

Ep 684Pharmaceutical Cold Chain Management in Health Systems

ASHP’s Executive Forum on Cold Chain Management convened virtually on April 19 to review the current state of pharmaceutical cold chain management in health systems. The event was the first in a series of executive forums on cold chain management and part of the ASHP Innovation Center’s efforts to influence innovation and digital transformation to advance the safe and effective use of medicines. This podcast explores key takeaways from the executive forum event and the importance of the pharmaceutical cold chain to public health needs. The information presented during the podcast reflects solely the opinions of the presenter. The information and materials are not, and are not intended as, a comprehensive source of drug information on this topic. The contents of the podcast have not been reviewed by ASHP, and should neither be interpreted as the official policies of ASHP, nor an endorsement of any product(s), nor should they be considered as a substitute for the professional judgment of the pharmacist or physician.

Jun 3, 202211 min

Ep 683Choosing Between First-Line Treatment Options for Relapsed or Stage IV Clear Cell Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC)

We will discuss the current FDA-approved first-line NCCN Category 1 treatment options for relapsed or stage IV clear cell RCC, specifically evaluating the various immunotherapy (IO) combination therapies, their clinical application, and considerations for choosing between available combinations. We will also review the side effect/toxicity profile and management strategies for each therapy. The information presented during the podcast reflects solely the opinions of the presenter. The information and materials are not, and are not intended as, a comprehensive source of drug information on this topic. The contents of the podcast have not been reviewed by ASHP, and should neither be interpreted as the official policies of ASHP, nor an endorsement of any product(s), nor should they be considered as a substitute for the professional judgment of the pharmacist or physician.

Jun 2, 202231 min

Ep 680Mainstreaming Addiction Treatment Act and What it Means For Patients

The MAT Act has been introduced in the 117th congress and would eliminate the burdensome x waiver which requires that a health care practitioner apply for a separate waiver through the DEA to dispense certain narcotic drugs (e.g., buprenorphine) for substance use disorder treatment. The MAT Act would increase treatment access for patients to medication assisted treatment and make it easier for clinicians to provide substance use disorder treatment to their patients. The information presented during the podcast reflects solely the opinions of the presenter. The information and materials are not, and are not intended as, a comprehensive source of drug information on this topic. The contents of the podcast have not been reviewed by ASHP, and should neither be interpreted as the official policies of ASHP, nor an endorsement of any product(s), nor should they be considered as a substitute for the professional judgment of the pharmacist or physician.

Jun 1, 202215 min

Ep 681Caring for Transgender People: Insight and Points of Controversy in Medication Therapy

In this feature from the 2021 Midyear Clinical Meeting, our content matter experts identify the challenges and share the solutions for transgender people navigating the healthcare system and discuss the clinical concerns and controversies in comprehensive medication management for transgender people. The information presented during the podcast reflects solely the opinions of the presenter. The information and materials are not, and are not intended as, a comprehensive source of drug information on this topic. The contents of the podcast have not been reviewed by ASHP, and should neither be interpreted as the official policies of ASHP, nor an endorsement of any product(s), nor should they be considered as a substitute for the professional judgment of the pharmacist or physician.

May 31, 202252 min

Ep 676Getting Started with Transitions of Care Pharmacy Services

This podcast episode provides an overview of how healthcare providers may initiate transitions of care services. Speakers share both successes and challenges experienced when implementing their own transitions of care services as well as how they were able to overcome barriers. The information presented during the podcast reflects solely the opinions of the presenter. The information and materials are not, and are not intended as, a comprehensive source of drug information on this topic. The contents of the podcast have not been reviewed by ASHP, and should neither be interpreted as the official policies of ASHP, nor an endorsement of any product(s), nor should they be considered as a substitute for the professional judgment of the pharmacist or physician.

May 27, 202229 min

Ep 674Pneumococcal Vaccine Updates

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) recently updated the pneumococcal vaccination recommendations and guidelines to include two newly approved vaccines. The updated guidelines provide a more streamlined method for patients across age and risk groups. The information presented during the podcast reflects solely the opinions of the presenter. The information and materials are not, and are not intended as, a comprehensive source of drug information on this topic. The contents of the podcast have not been reviewed by ASHP, and should neither be interpreted as the official policies of ASHP, nor an endorsement of any product(s), nor should they be considered as a substitute for the professional judgment of the pharmacist or physician.

May 26, 202211 min

Ep 673AJHP Voices - Telehealth Theme Issue

In this podcast episode, Dr. Tristan Maiers, Dr. Alicia Mattson, and Dr. Kristen Baron discuss their respective articles entitled, “Impact of a pharmacist-led telehealth oral chemotherapy clinic”, “Description of telepharmacy services by emergency medicine pharmacists”, and “Evaluation of a remote hybrid staffing model for ambulatory clinical pharmacists in a pediatric health system during the COVID-19 pandemic”, which were published in the AJHP theme issue on Telehealth, with host and AJHP Editor in Chief Dr. Daniel Cobaugh. The information presented during the podcast reflects solely the opinions of the presenter. The information and materials are not, and are not intended as, a comprehensive source of drug information on this topic. The contents of the podcast have not been reviewed by ASHP, and should neither be interpreted as the official policies of ASHP, nor an endorsement of any product(s), nor should they be considered as a substitute for the professional judgment of the pharmacist or physician.

May 25, 202241 min

Ep 678Pharmacy Technician Practice Vision: A Roundtable Conversation of Future Directions, Challenges, and Incentives

This podcast episode discusses strategies to improve engagement, emotional components of retention and job satisfaction, and methods to recognize the valuable role technicians provide in patient care. With the heightened national issue around healthcare burnout and how this impacts professional satisfaction and retention for pharmacy technicians this discussion provides insights how organizations have made improvements to support their pharmacy technicians. The information presented during the podcast reflects solely the opinions of the presenter. The information and materials are not, and are not intended as, a comprehensive source of drug information on this topic. The contents of the podcast have not been reviewed by ASHP, and should neither be interpreted as the official policies of ASHP, nor an endorsement of any product(s), nor should they be considered as a substitute for the professional judgment of the pharmacist or physician.

May 25, 202226 min

Ep 675Involving Your Student Society of Health-System Pharmacists (SSHP) with your State Affiliate

During this podcast, we will be talking with Tina Claypool. We will discuss her involvement with Kentucky Society of Health-System Pharmacists (KSHP) Women in Pharmacy Committee and the integration of students with state affiliates. This relationship is beneficial by encouraging professional growth, mentorship, and furthering the provision of pharmacy care. The audience will gain insight on inclusion and how to involve themselves with state affiliates. The information presented during the podcast reflects solely the opinions of the presenter. The information and materials are not, and are not intended as, a comprehensive source of drug information on this topic. The contents of the podcast have not been reviewed by ASHP, and should neither be interpreted as the official policies of ASHP, nor an endorsement of any product(s), nor should they be considered as a substitute for the professional judgment of the pharmacist or physician.

May 24, 202234 min

Ep 671ASHP Advantage: Standardize 4 Safety- Past, Present, and Future of Safer Care

Safety is at the forefront of all processes in the pharmacy department. ASHP has been a champion of safety since the organization originated more than 75 years ago. ASHP received funding from the Food and Drug Administration’s (FDA) Safe Use Initiative to develop and implement national standardized concentrations for IV and oral liquid medications. This is the first national inter-professional (physicians, pharmacists, nurses) initiative to standardize medication concentrations with the goal of reducing prescribing, dispensing, and medication errors for patients of all ages in settings ranging from hospital to home. This outstanding program, called Standardize 4 Safety, will have substantial downstream effects on safety, cost, efficiency, and error-reduction. Standardization will result in consolidated/converged product demand from hospitals, and more instances of ready-for-use drug preparations from manufacturers, simpler drug libraries, improvements to automatic drug recognition by infusion pumps, and improved clinical information system data exchange. The information presented during the podcast reflects solely the opinions of the presenter. The information and materials are not, and are not intended as, a comprehensive source of drug information on this topic. The contents of the podcast have not been reviewed by ASHP, and should neither be interpreted as the official policies of ASHP, nor an endorsement of any product(s), nor should they be considered as a substitute for the professional judgment of the pharmacist or physician.

May 23, 202239 min

Ep 672Opportunities and Successes for Developing Patient Mental Health Support Programs

This podcast episode looks at successful patient mental health support programs and the approaches the programs used to be successful. The moderator and guests discuss methodologies and strategies that will help listeners better understand how to implement a successful patient mental health support program at their site. The information presented during the podcast reflects solely the opinions of the presenter. The information and materials are not, and are not intended as, a comprehensive source of drug information on this topic. The contents of the podcast have not been reviewed by ASHP, and should neither be interpreted as the official policies of ASHP, nor an endorsement of any product(s), nor should they be considered as a substitute for the professional judgment of the pharmacist or physician.

May 21, 202233 min

Ep 670Leading for Practice: Career Directions and Influencing Change

This podcast episode is a special edition as part of ASHP’s recognition of Asian-American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month. This episode provides an engaging interview with three pharmacy leaders who have had successful careers and contributed significantly to health system professional associations. Binita Patel, Ashley Ramp, and Chris Scott will share their insights on their professional journeys as pharmacists and association leaders. This discussion includes the value of mentors, essentials for leading teams, growing influence, and achieving personal goals. The information presented during the podcast reflects solely the opinions of the presenter. The information and materials are not, and are not intended as, a comprehensive source of drug information on this topic. The contents of the podcast have not been reviewed by ASHP, and should neither be interpreted as the official policies of ASHP, nor an endorsement of any product(s), nor should they be considered as a substitute for the professional judgment of the pharmacist or physician.

May 20, 202232 min

Ep 668ASHP Advantage: Don’t Skip a Beat: Practical Considerations When Choosing an Anticoagulant for Nonvalvular Atrial Fibrillation

With several choices for oral anticoagulation in Nonvalvular Atrial Fibrillation (NVAF), it is critical for pharmacists to be able to account for patient specific factors when selecting the most appropriate anticoagulant. To learn more, visit www.ashpadvantage.com/nvaf The information presented during the podcast reflects solely the opinions of the presenter. The information and materials are not, and are not intended as, a comprehensive source of drug information on this topic. The contents of the podcast have not been reviewed by ASHP, and should neither be interpreted as the official policies of ASHP, nor an endorsement of any product(s), nor should they be considered as a substitute for the professional judgment of the pharmacist or physician.

May 20, 202218 min

Ep 665Overview of Vaping in Pediatrics

This podcast episode provides an overview of vaping with an additional emphasis on use in the adolescent population. Topics will include an overview of vaping devices, changes in adolescent use over the past several years, and management of associated lung injury. The information presented during the podcast reflects solely the opinions of the presenter. The information and materials are not, and are not intended as, a comprehensive source of drug information on this topic. The contents of the podcast have not been reviewed by ASHP, and should neither be interpreted as the official policies of ASHP, nor an endorsement of any product(s), nor should they be considered as a substitute for the professional judgment of the pharmacist or physician.

May 19, 202224 min