Listen in as our expert panel tackles real-world questions about GLP-1 agonists , from starting them and setting expectations with patients to strategies for switching agents. You’ll also hear them review key considerations to limit muscle loss with GLP-1 agonist use and discuss why some patients hit a plateau or don’t respond to GLP-1 agonists. Special guests: Jennifer N. Clements, PharmD, FCCP, FADCES, BCPS, BCACP, CDCES, BC-ADM Clinical Professor and Director of Pharmacy Education University ...
Apr 01, 2026•39 min•Season 5Ep. 2
Listen in as our expert panel reviews important concepts behind antimicrobial stewardship along with tips to help limit unnecessary antimicrobial use. Special guests: Madeline King, PharmD, MPH, BCIDP Co-Director, Outpatient Antimicrobial Stewardship Cooper University Health Care Assistant Professor of Medicine Cooper Medical School at Rowan University Michael A. Deaney, PharmD, AAHIVP Infectious Diseases Clinical Pharmacy Specialist Denver Health & Hospital Authority You’ll also hear practi...
Mar 01, 2026•38 min•Season 5Ep. 1
In this bonus episode of Medication Talk , join us as we revisit our Notable New Meds of 2025 webinar and highlight two medications that didn’t make it into the main podcast —both newly approved antibiotics with important implications for clinical practice. Listen in as our editors take a deeper look at: Gepotidacin (Blujepa) for uncomplicated urinary tract infections Aztreonam/avibactam (Emblaveo) for complicated intraabdominal‑abdominal infections You’ll hear practical insights into where thes...
Feb 19, 2026•21 min
Listen in as our editors discuss several novel drugs approved in 2025 , including two new eye drops, a new topical for chronic hand eczema, and an oral nonhormonal option for patients with menopausal hot flashes. They’ll review efficacy, safety, and considerations for use with these new treatment options. Aceclidine 1.44% Drops (Vizz) for Presbyopia Acoltremon 0.003% Drops (Tryptyr) for Dry Eye Delgocitinib (Anzupgo) 2% Cream for Chronic Hand Eczema Elinzanetant (Lynkuet) for Hot Flashes Use cod...
Feb 01, 2026•35 min•Season 4Ep. 12
In this bonus episode of Medication Talk , join us for an extended conversation with our expert panel as we go beyond the original webinar and podcast episode to share brand-new insights and never-before-heard content . Listen in as we dive deeper into practical strategies for starting conversations with patients about tobacco use, plus additional perspectives on nicotine’s effects and health risks, emerging therapies, non-drug approaches, and how to make smoking cessation part of everyday pharm...
Jan 22, 2026•28 min
Listen in as our expert panel discusses evidence-based approaches to help patients quit smoking, vaping, and using other nicotine products. You’ll gain practical insights on medication selection, combination strategies, and tailored approaches for helping patients break free from nicotine addiction. Special guest: Robin Corelli, PharmD, CTTS, FCSHP Professor of Clinical Pharmacy School of Pharmacy University of California, San Francisco You’ll also hear practical advice from panelists on TRC’s E...
Jan 01, 2026•37 min•Season 4Ep. 11
Listen in as our expert panel discusses critical aspects of managing patients on oral cancer therapies . Our experts review tips for optimizing patient care and share best practices for handling these specialized medications. Special guests: Jill Cassaday, BPharm, PharmD, BCPS, BCOP Clinical Pharmacist Specialist – Multiple Myeloma Banner MD Anderson Cancer Center Samuel Snowaert, PharmD, BCOP, MBA Clinical Oncology Pharmacist Pharmacists Optimizing Oncology Care Excellence in Michigan (POEM) Co...
Dec 01, 2025•36 min•Season 4Ep. 10
Listen in as our expert panel explores the clinical challenges of veterinary pharmacology , discussing medications, supplements, and inactive ingredients that can be dangerous to pets. You’ll hear practical dispensing and safety guidance, along with evidence-based strategies to help pharmacists protect animal patients from accidental exposure to human medications. Special guests: Alexandria Gochenauer, PharmD, DICVP, FSVHP, FACA Staff Pharmacist and Interim Pharmacy Manager, Walmart President-el...
Nov 01, 2025•34 min•Season 4Ep. 9
Listen in as we discuss considerations, challenges, and strategies related to the use and switching of biosimilars in clinical practice . You’ll hear communication tips to address patient and prescriber concerns as well as operational considerations for integrating biosimilars into practice. Special guests: Bharati Bhardwaja, PharmD, BCPS, LSSBB Rheumatology Clinical Pharmacy Specialist Kaiser Permanente Colorado Megan May, PharmD, BCOP, FHOPA, FAPO Clinical Oncology Pharmacy Specialist Baptist ...
Oct 01, 2025•32 min•Season 4Ep. 8
Listen in as our expert panel discusses the latest recommendations for managing medications after heart attacks and other cardiac events. You’ll hear our panelists review which antiplatelets to use, the optimal blood pressure meds, and the role of statin and non-statin cholesterol meds. Special guests: Danielle Blais, PharmD, FCCP, BCCP, BCPS Cardiology Lead Specialty Practice Pharmacist Richard M. Ross Heart Hospital The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center Joel C. Marrs, PharmD, MPH., B...
Sep 01, 2025•32 min•Season 4Ep. 7
Listen in as we explore the latest pharmacologic strategies for HIV prevention—before and after exposure. Our expert panel breaks down key considerations for PrEP and PEP, including indications, drug selection, dosing, and monitoring. Special guests: Caitlin Prather, PharmD, BCACP, AAHIVP Clinical Pharmacy Specialist, Ambulatory Care Inova Health System Michael A. Deaney, PharmD, AAHIVP Infectious Diseases Clinical Pharmacist Children's Hospital Colorado You’ll also hear practical advice from TR...
Aug 01, 2025•38 min•Season 4Ep. 6
Listen in as our expert panel discusses practical considerations for starting and optimizing antidepressants for treating depression and anxiety. You’ll listen to panelists cover various aspects of antidepressant use, such as serotonin syndrome, QT prolongation, and weight gain concerns. Special guests: Tammie Lee Demler, BS, PharmD, MBA, BCGP, BCPP Director of Pharmacy and Residency Programs, New York State Office of Mental Health State University of New York at Buffalo School of Pharmacy and P...
Jul 01, 2025•38 min•Season 4Ep. 5
Listen in as our expert panel discusses medications for the treatment of Alzheimer dementia. They'll review the risks and benefits of cholinesterase inhibitors, memantine, and the anti-amyloid monoclonal antibodies. And you’ll hear strategies for managing behavioral and psychological symptoms of dementia. Special guests: Tatyana Gurvich, PharmD, BCGP, APh Associate Professor of Clinical Pharmacy Mann USC School of Pharmacy UCI Senior Health Center Candace Pierce, DNP, RN, CNE, COI Nurse Educator...
Jun 01, 2025•34 min•Season 4Ep. 4
Listen in as our expert panel discusses medications for management of opioid use disorder. They’ll review strategies to optimize buprenorphine use and clarify the role of methadone and naltrexone. Special guest: Tyler J. Varisco, PharmD, PhD University of Houston College of Pharmacy Assistant Professor, Department of Pharmaceutical Health Outcomes and Policy Assistant Director, The PREMIER Center You’ll also hear practical advice from panelists on TRC’s Editorial Advisory Board: Stephen Carek, M...
May 01, 2025•38 min•Season 4Ep. 3
Listen in as our expert panel discusses which diabetes meds have cardiovascular (CV) benefits. We’ll review the evidence and discuss the pros and cons of SGLT2 inhibitors (dapagliflozin, empagliflozin, etc) and GLP-1 agonists (dulaglutide, semaglutide, etc) in patients with or at risk for CV disease. Special Guests: Lauren G. Pamulapati, PharmD, BCACP Associate Professor, Ambulatory Care Virginia Commonwealth University School of Pharmacy Clinical Pharmacist, Hayes Willis Health Center/VCU Healt...
Apr 01, 2025•36 min•Season 4Ep. 2
In this episode, listen in as our expert panel digs into identifying and treating acute bronchitis and community-acquired pneumonia. They’ll discuss when antibiotics are appropriate, which antibiotics to use, and other management tips. You’ll also hear practical advice from panelists on TRC’s Editorial Advisory Board: Stephen Carek, MD, CAQSM, DipABLM, Program Director for the Prisma Health/USC School of Medicine Greenville Family Medicine Residency Program and Clinical Associate Professor at th...
Mar 01, 2025•35 min•Season 4Ep. 1
In this episode, TRC Healthcare editors, Sara Klockars, PharmD, BCPS, and Stephen Small, PharmD, BCPS, BCPPS, BCCCP, CNSC, discuss notable new meds of 2024. Listen in as our editors discuss several novel drugs approved in 2024...and highlight some medications now available in a new dosage form. They’ll review efficacy, safety, and considerations for use with these new treatment options. None of the speakers have anything to disclose. TRC Healthcare offers CE credit for this podcast. Log in to yo...
Feb 01, 2025•32 min•Season 3Ep. 13
In this episode, TRC Healthcare editors, Sara Klockars, PharmD, BCPS , and Stephen Small, PharmD, BCPS, BCPPS, BCCCP, CNSC , tackle the topic of Natural Medicines. Listen in as they define what natural medicines are... and discuss the safety and efficacy of several natural medicines, including ashwagandha, berberine, and turmeric. They’ll also discuss how to navigate discussions with patients about supplements, including tips for choosing a quality supplement. None of the speakers have anything ...
Jan 01, 2025•56 min•Season 3Ep. 12
Special guest Jean-Venable “Kelly” R. Goode, PharmD, BCPS, FAPhA, FCCP, Professor and Director of the Community-Based Residency Program at the Virginia Commonwealth University School of Pharmacy, join(s) us to talk about immunizations. Listen in as we discuss the latest COVID-19, influenza, and RSV vaccine recommendations and answer some common questions about giving vaccines. You’ll also hear practical advice from TRC Editorial Advisory Board member, Stephen Carek, MD, CAQSM, DipABLM , the Prog...
Dec 01, 2024•36 min•Season 3Ep. 11
Special guest Stephen Carek, MD, CAQSM, DipABLM , Program Director for the Prisma Health/USC School of Medicine Greenville Family Medicine Residency Program and Clinical Associate Professor at the University of South Carolina School of Medicine, Greenville, joins us to talk about cultural competency in healthcare. Listen in as we discuss cultural differences and how biases can lead to disparities in healthcare. None of the speakers have anything to disclose. TRC Healthcare offers CE credit for t...
Nov 15, 2024•23 min•Season 3Ep. 10
Special guest Stephen Carek, MD, CAQSM, DipABLM , Program Director for the Prisma Health/USC School of Medicine Greenville Family Medicine Residency Program and Clinical Associate Professor at the University of South Carolina School of Medicine, Greenville, joins us to talk about implicit bias in healthcare. Listen in as we discuss the differences between implicit and explicit bias and how biases can lead to disparities in healthcare. None of the speakers have anything to disclose. TRC Healthcar...
Nov 01, 2024•29 min•Season 3Ep. 9
Special guest Lori A. Wilken, PharmD, FCCP, BCACP, NCTTP, AE-C , Clinical Assistant Professor in the Department of Pharmacy Practice at the University of Illinois, Chicago, joins us to talk about Asthma and COPD treatment. Listen in as we discuss answers to your big questions about treatment of asthma and COPD. You’ll also hear practical advice from panelists on TRC’s Editorial Advisory Board: Stephen Carek, MD, CAQSM, DipABLM, Clinical Assistant Professor of Family Medicine, Prisma Health/USC-S...
Oct 01, 2024•35 min•Season 3Ep. 8
In this episode, listen in as our expert panelists discuss tips for creating successful learning experiences for students and residents. We’ll review various teaching tools and summarize strategies for incorporating learners into your practice. We’ll also discuss different approaches for providing meaningful feedback and managing challenging situations with learners. Our panel for this conversation includes: Andrea Darby Stewart, MD; Associate Director, Honor Health Family Medicine Residency Pro...
Sep 01, 2024•47 min•Season 3Ep. 7
In this episode, listen in as our expert panel discusses the challenges and solutions for ensuring access to specialty medications, including how social determinants of health play a role and strategies to overcome barriers caused by these factors. Our panel for this conversation includes: Laura Sosinski, PharmD, MBA, BCPS; Pharmacy Manager, Walgreens Specialty Pharmacy; PGY1 Community Pharmacy Residency Director Patricia Romero, PharmD, CSP; Pharmacist, Walmart Specialty Pharmacy Rachel Popp, C...
Aug 01, 2024•40 min•Season 3Ep. 6
Special guest Marshall E. Cates, PharmD, BCPP, FASHP, FCCP, FALSHP , Professor of Pharmacy Practice from the McWhorter School of Pharmacy at Samford University joins us to talk about pharmacotherapy for anxiety and depression. Listen in as we discuss pharmacotherapy for managing generalized anxiety disorder and major depression, with a focus on tailoring first- or second-line options to individual patient needs. You’ll also hear practical advice from Craig D. Williams, PharmD, FNLA, BCPS, a memb...
Jul 01, 2024•31 min•Season 3Ep. 5
Special guest Jeffrey Bratberg, PharmD, FAPhA , Clinical Professor of Pharmacy Practice from the University of Rhode Island joins us to talk about opioid safety. Listen in as we discuss strategies for reducing risks with opioid use, including safe opioid dosing and identifying risky med combos. And you’ll hear a review of the different opioid overdose reversal options as well as important counseling tips for all patients taking an opioid. None of the speakers have anything to disclose. TRC Healt...
Jun 01, 2024•36 min•Season 3Ep. 4
In this episode, TRC Healthcare staff members, Pam Piotrowski BSP, RPh, MBA , Product Manager for Pharmacist’s Letter & Prescriber Insights , and Mary Franks, MSN, APRN-FPA, FNP-C , Lead Nurse Planner with NetCE discuss practical strategies to promote medication safety across healthcare teams. None of the speakers have anything to disclose. TRC Healthcare offers CE credit for this podcast. Log in to your Pharmacist’s Letter or Prescriber Insights account and look for the title of this podcas...
May 01, 2024•38 min•Season 3Ep. 3
Featured panelist Craig D. Williams, PharmD, FNLA, BCPS, Clinical Professor of Pharmacy Practice at the Oregon Health and Science University joins us to talk about diabetes treatment updates. Listen in as we discuss management of type 2 diabetes, including overcoming hurdles with metformin, GLP-1 agonists, and SGLT2 inhibitors. You’ll also hear practical advice from a panelist on TRC’s Editorial Advisory Board: Andrea Darby Stewart, MD, Associate Director, Honor Health Family Medicine Residency ...
Apr 01, 2024•30 min•Season 3Ep. 2
Special guest Jennifer N. Clements, PharmD, FCCP, FADCES, BCPS, CDCES, BCACP, BC-ADM, Clinical Professor and Director of Pharmacy Education from the University of South Carolina College of Pharmacy joins us to talk about meds for obesity and weight loss. Listen in as they discuss management of overweight and obesity, including the role of newer injectable medications, oral options, and lifestyle changes. You’ll also hear practical advice from panelists on TRC’s Editorial Advisory Board: Stephen ...
Mar 01, 2024•33 min•Season 3Ep. 1
Special guest Sarah E. Stumbar, MD, MPH , Assistant Dean for Clinical Education, Office of Medical Education and Associate Professor of Family Medicine, Department of Medical Education from the Herbert Wertheim College of Medicine, Florida International University joins us to talk about oral contraceptives. Listen in as our expert panel discusses safety and efficacy of combined oral contraceptives and progestin-only pills. They’ll also prepare you to help patients navigate norgestrel tablets, th...
Feb 01, 2024•34 min•Season 2Ep. 13
