In this podcast episode, our content matter expert discusses what makes the recently published clinical practice guideline for the diagnosis and treatment of acute hematogenous osteomyelitis (AHO) in children unique and shares recommendations that could be practice changing at many facilities. 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 thi...
Jan 20, 2022•19 min•Ep. 586
Drs. Joseph DiPiro, Binita Patel, and Francesca Cunningham discuss the 2022 ASHP/ASHP Foundation Pharmacy Forecast Report, from its development to its impact, with host and AJHP Editor in Chief 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 neith...
Jan 14, 2022•36 min•Ep. 577
This podcast episode identifies what urine drug screens (UDS) can and cannot reveal and discusses different UDS results that may be available in your institution. Speakers will also touch on common misinterpretations when reviewing UDS screening results. 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 hav...
Jan 13, 2022•20 min•Ep. 583
Learn about implementation of ISMP targeted medication safety best practices for hospital #7 that states to segregate, sequester, and differentiate all neuromuscular blocking agents (NMBs) from other medications, wherever they are stored in the organization. Faculty will provide tips on implementing this best practice and how to ‘”hardwire” this into health system practices. The information presented during the podcast reflects solely the opinions of the presenter. The information and materials ...
Jan 12, 2022•13 min•Ep. 582
In this podcast we discuss with Dr. Andrea Luebchow, Program Director II of Community Pharmacy Services at Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist. Dr. Luebchow discusses her current role, responsibilities, as well as her leadership journey from retail to health-systems community pharmacy 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...
Jan 11, 2022•30 min•Ep. 581
In this episode of Pharmacy Leadership, Vicki Basalyga sits down with Doug Slain to discuss his experiences as an international Antibiotic Stewarship Consultant and his involvement with U.S.-Thai Consortium for the Development of Pharmacy Education in Thailand and the unique leadership opportunities offered in these roles. 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 sou...
Jan 10, 2022•17 min•Ep. 580
Listeners will learn about SOPIT’s pharmacy informaticist women leaders who are recipients of the Distinguished Service Award for service to the Section and ASHP as demonstrated by sustained contributions and activities that support ASHP's mission and vision and advance the profession. Discussion will involve their career paths, current or past activities they most enjoyed, and where they envision informatics in the future. The information presented during the podcast reflects solely the opinion...
Jan 07, 2022•28 min•Ep. 579
EM Pharmacists and Physicians are in a unique position where they are able to see every stage of alcohol withdrawal arrive in the emergency department. With this setting, EM Pharmacists and Physicians have the ability to dramatically impact the course of a patient’s hospitalization or ED visit. This podcast episode will critically evaluate the monitoring and management of patients in alcohol withdrawal, specifically from the emergency department perspective. The information presented during the ...
Jan 06, 2022•41 min•Ep. 578
In this podcast episode, we meet with Ashlee Klevens Hayes, pharmacist and executive career strategist to discuss self-trust, a key component to the value of wellbeing and resilience. Ashlee shares 10 tangible tools to help develop this skill through new habits, conquer imposter syndrome, and help you excel through transitionary phases in your career. The information presented during the podcast reflects solely the opinions of the presenter. The information and materials are not, and are not int...
Jan 05, 2022•26 min•Ep. 576
This podcast episode discusses ASHP and other healthcare organizations releasing a series of policy and marketplace recommendations to address significant challenges in our nation's drug supply chain that have been exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic. 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 ...
Jan 04, 2022•22 min•Ep. 575
This case presentation from the Midyear Clinical Meeting 2020 shares the methods by which two rural community hospitals in a newly formed healthcare-system worked together to modify many aspect of everyday operations to respond to their health-system's COVID-19 response, including medication management, infection prevention, and treatment protocol development. The information presented during the podcast reflects solely the opinions of the presenter. The information and materials are not, and ar...
Dec 22, 2021•32 min•Ep. 574
Pharmacists play an important role in emerging areas, including gene-based and cell-based therapies. Excerpts from this 2020 Midyear Clinical Meeting Presentation share how pharmacists can recommend processes for safe handling of cell- and gene-based therapies, meet standards for storage and preparation of these therapies, and prepare their departments to provide these therapies as more become available. The information presented during the podcast reflects solely the opinions of the presenter. ...
Dec 21, 2021•24 min•Ep. 573
Brush up on your pediatric medication safety with this excerpt from Section of Clinical Specialists and Scientists’ presentation from the 2020 Midyear Clinical Meeting. Our content matter experts review the purpose of the KIDs list, teach how to assess if a medication is safe to use in pediatrics, and explain why a medication may not be safe to use in the pediatric population. The information presented during the podcast reflects solely the opinions of the presenter. The information and material...
Dec 16, 2021•26 min•Ep. 572
This podcast episode discusses the need for Medicare coverage of pharmacy services related to ordering oral antivirals for COVID-19. 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...
Dec 15, 2021•9 min•Ep. 571
For new preceptors, staying on top of clinical responsibilities and all of the learning goals and objectives of your residents can be difficult. Tools that help that transition can make a world of difference. In this episode of Educator Essentials, we discuss using a weekly roadmap to help preceptors and their residents on the track to success. The information presented during the podcast reflects solely the opinions of the presenter. The information and materials are not, and are not intended a...
Dec 14, 2021•16 min•Ep. 570
The COVID-19 pandemic has presented several challenges for pharmacist-run anticoagulation clinics. In this 2020 Midyear Clinical Meeting presentation, Yale New Haven Pharmacists share their approach to adjusting clinic in-person visit workflows to continue to provide high-quality patient care and monitoring while adequately protecting patients and staff. They describe their remote methods to monitor anticoagulation therapy and identify their successes with intradepartmental communication. The in...
Dec 13, 2021•26 min•Ep. 569
Planned in cooperation with Section of Pharmacy Practice Leaders, this podcast episode helps the listener identify the five principles that are required for a high-performing team, summarizes ways teamwork can positively impact individuals and the organization, and identifies strategies to overcome challenges that may arise within a team. 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 c...
Dec 12, 2021•30 min•Ep. 557
In this feature from the Section of Ambulatory Care Practitioners’ presentation at the 2020 Midyear Clinical Meeting, our content matter experts review the most appropriate continuous glucose monitor based on patient-specific factors and design a patient-centered diabetes treatment plan using continuous glucose monitoring data. 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 comprehensiv...
Dec 11, 2021•23 min•Ep. 556
Drs. Janet Silvester, Julie Dagam, and Jamie Kalus discuss the benefits and impact of standardizing pharmacy residency programs within multi-entity health systems, with respect to the perspectives of both the accrediting body and the residency programs. They share areas and example policies that would benefit from standardization, as well as go over the challenges faced during the alignment process. The information presented during the podcast reflects solely the opinions of the presenter. The i...
Dec 10, 2021•37 min•Ep. 563
This episode highlights the key takeaways from the ASHP Section of Clinical Specialists and Scientists’ 2020 Midyear Clinical Meeting presentation on how pharmacists can recommend therapy interventions for a patient with COPD to reduce exacerbation or hospital readmission. 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...
Dec 09, 2021•36 min•Ep. 567
This podcast episode describes how ASHP incorporated yoga practice into the workplace, the benefits, and how you can bring the practice into your workplace and life. 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 o...
Dec 08, 2021•14 min•Ep. 565
COVID-19 required the pharmacy referral service within the Family Medical Practice at Penn Presbyterian Medical Center to move to a virtual platform. This podcast episode, originally presented at the 2020 Midyear Clinical Meeting, describes the implementation of the pharmacy services as well as results of the transition for maintaining patient care visits and pharmacy residency training during a pandemic. The information presented during the podcast reflects solely the opinions of the presenter....
Dec 07, 2021•22 min•Ep. 568
This podcast episode reviews updates to the Physician Fee Schedule and their effect on ambulatory care pharmacy practice. Listeners will receive an overview of the Physician Fee Schedule and its impact on various scenarios pharmacists may encounter in 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 podc...
Dec 06, 2021•36 min•Ep. 566
In this featurette from the 2020 Midyear Clinical Meeting, our content matter expert shares the proposed mechanisms for augmented renal clearance in critically ill adult or pediatric patients and evaluate the clinical risk factors for augmented renal clearance. 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 podc...
Dec 05, 2021•13 min•Ep. 555
In this fun, informative presentation format brought to you by the Section of Clinical Specialists and Scientists from the 2020 Midyear Clinical Meeting, content matter experts share GI and nutrition clinical “gems” of information that can be applied across practice settings. 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 conte...
Dec 04, 2021•19 min•Ep. 554
This podcast episode looks at successful opioid stewardship programs and the approaches the programs use to be successful. The moderator and guests discuss methodologies and strategies to help listeners better understand how to implement a successful opioid stewardship 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 ...
Dec 03, 2021•54 min•Ep. 564
The 2020 ASHP Midyear Clinical Meeting was an adjustment for all members who attended, particularly for residency candidates as they navigated a virtual residency showcase and PPS. Join members of the Pharmacy Student Forum and the New Practitioners Forum as they share insights from the 2020 meeting and highlight tips on preparing for the virtual setting and making the most of your experience at the 2021 Midyear Clinical Meeting. The information presented during the podcast reflects solely the o...
Dec 02, 2021•22 min•Ep. 553
Join Brittany Tschaen as she sits down with Joe Marchiano and Rena Gosser who will share their lessons learned and best practices for attending the virtual Midyear Clinical Meeting including navigating networking opportunities, attending live sessions and making the most of the virtual platform. Later in the episode, Brittany sits down with three program chairs from the 2021 Midyear Clinical Meeting who will provide an exclusive preview into their presentations prior to the start of the Midyear ...
Dec 01, 2021•33 min•Ep. 562
In this episode of the Life & Legacy of Joseph A. Oddis , host Daniel Cobaugh sits down with William Zellmer to discuss Dr. Oddis’s career and his contributions to the pharmacy profession. 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...
Nov 30, 2021•27 min•Ep. 561
In this episode of the Life & Legacy of Joseph A. Oddis , host Daniel Cobaugh sits down with Paul Abramowitz, ASHP CEO, to talk about his many fond memories of Dr. Oddis. They discuss how Dr. Oddis’s leadership and vision laid the foundation for ASHP to evolve into the successful organization it is today. 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 in...
Nov 29, 2021•22 min•Ep. 560