In this episode, you'll hear from APhA Annual Meeting Keynote Speaker, Eileen McDargh. Eileen discusses cultivating resiliency skills to control burnout which was the theme from APhA’s meeting in Seattle so our listeners can all learn from that great keynote: Question: why this topic: Question: Why the word “cultivate” and how do you define resiliency Give us insights that we can practice to help us begin to develop these skills Watch words: I choose. Stop the blame game. Avoid the black hole of...
Jun 02, 2019•34 min•Ep. 87
In this episode, you’ll hear from two 2nd year pharmacy residents discuss their research on burnout. Main discussion points for the podcast Burnout (community-based setting perspective) - what is burnout, why is it important, what contributes to burnout, strategies to prevent burnout Residency - value of residency training, why I choose residency vs. job, what does a resident do, etc. Research - how to get involved with research, choosing a project, challenges to completing research, etc. Guests...
May 25, 2019•26 min•Ep. 86
In this episode, our guest is Melissa Madigan, PharmD, JD, is the Policy and Communications Director for the National Association of Boards of Pharmacy (NABP). Melissa shares about the following topics: What is NABP? What are the dangers for patients related to purchasing prescription medications online? What are some proposed solutions? What is the Verified Internet Pharmacy program? Guest - Melissa Madigan, PharmD, JD www.nabp.net https://www.linkedin.com/in/melissa-madigan-48945b58/ Host - Hi...
May 18, 2019•26 min•Ep. 85
In this episode, you'll hear from Honeybee Health owner, Jessica Nouhavandi, PharmD. Key POINTS from Jessica: The pharmacist mindset needs to be rewired - away from what insurance wants to what the patient needs Protect the trusted triage between the patient, doctor and pharmacist - No room for medication to be politicized Online players needs to be held MORE accountable - they break every vow of the pharmacists oath - where’s the outrage from the community? Guest - Jessica Nouhavandi, PharmD Li...
May 12, 2019•24 min•Ep. 84
In this episode, you’ll hear about sparking joy from Dr. Jessica Louie, PharmD, APh, BCCCP - Burnout and Declutter Coach, Certified KonMari Consultant, Critical Care Pharmacist and Assistant Professor at West Coast University School of Pharmacy. Take Action today with FREE resources on Mindful Decluttering and How to Set Goals + a free Burnout Doctor webinar on 3 myths of burnout & 6 ways to reset it on ClarifySimplifyAlign.com Website: https://drjessicalouie.com/ Free Burnout Webinar and Co...
May 05, 2019•25 min•Ep. 83
In this episode, I caught up with another APhA Annual Meeting speaker, Stuart Beatty, PharmD, who is an expert on expansion of pharmacy services, to share about: ● Value-based payments ● Population health ● Payment/justification for services ● Provider status opportunities (discuss Ohio) Host - Hillary Blackburn, PharmD ● www.pharmacyadvisory.com ● https://www.linkedin.com/in/hillary-blackburn-67a92421/ ● @talktoyourpharmacist for Instagram and Facebook ● @HillBlackburn Twitter ★ Support this po...
Apr 28, 2019•14 min•Ep. 82
In this episode, you’ll hear from industry expert on how blockchain is a possible solution for the drug supply chain. Dwight DeVera of RxTransparent shares about a new FDA pilot and some points for pharmacies to know about the Drug Supply Chain and Security Act. Guest: Dwight DeVera Web: https://www.rxtransparent.com Twitter: @dwightdevera Linkedin: http://Linkedin.com/in/dwightdevera Youtube: http://bit.ly/RXTYouTube Host - Hillary Blackburn, PharmD www.pharmacyadvisory.com https://www.linkedin...
Apr 21, 2019•27 min•Ep. 81
In this episode, you’ll hear from an ER pharmacist who shares what life is like in the emergency room. This is a fast-paced, think-on-your feet type of environment and one where pharmacy can play a major role in advising on high cost medications and implementing opioid stewardship programs. Dr. Justin Griner also hosts a Facebook group called the Tennessee Pharmacy News where he keeps pharmacists across Tennessee updated on pharmacy related news from all over the state. Interview with Justin Gri...
Apr 14, 2019•32 min•Ep. 80
In this episode, Alex Barker with the HappyPharmD helps pharmacists create fulfilling careers and lives. For a time, he was a burned-out clinical pharmacy specialist. Now, he is the founder and head coach at TheHappyPharmD.com where alongside his team, he creates classes to help over 400 pharmacists find and create new career paths. We recently published the book Indispensable: The Prescription for a Fulfilling Pharmacy Career. His goal is to help 500 pharmacists transition into new jobs by Janu...
Apr 07, 2019•20 min•Ep. 79
In this episode, you’ll hear a live episode from APhA Annual Meeting where I connected with a conference speaker, Molly Ekstrand, to discuss excelling in team based care. Molly will talk about the value proposition for successful ambulatory care pharmacists. Guest - Molly Ekstrand, BPharm, BCACP, AE-C LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/molly-ekstrand-bpharm-bcacp-ae-c-49396a10 Twitter: @EkstrandMolly Host - Hillary Blackburn, PharmD www.pharmacyadvisory.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/hillary...
Apr 01, 2019•17 min•Ep. 78
Have you always wanted to be an author? Learn how pharmacist, Tony Guerra, has successfully created over 14 audiobooks. Tony Guerra is a Maryland pharmacy graduate that teaches college chemistry and pharmacology. He precepts an academic rotation focused on face-to-face classroom teaching and educational publishing. His primary goal is to make complex science both engaging and accessible which he does via the classroom and other platforms such as YouTube, audiobooks, etc. Guest - Tony Guerra, M. ...
Mar 23, 2019•25 min•Ep. 77
What do pharmacists do? That’s what Pharmacists for Healthier Lives media campaign is hoping to show the American public: “Pharmacists do more than fill prescriptions; they are an essential part of the healthcare team.” It’s important to grow the public’s understanding of the value of a pharmacist. During this episode, Lucinda Maine shares about the new media campaign, Pharmacists for Healthier Lives. This campaign is directed toward women over the age of 35, who end up making most of the health...
Mar 17, 2019•25 min•Ep. 76
In this episode, you’ll hear from Dr. Tim Ulbrich who is a clinical professor of pharmacy and program director for the Master’s in Health-System Pharmacy Administration at The Ohio State University. After paying off more than $200,000 in non-mortgage debt, Tim is working to empower pharmacists and pharmacy students to take control of their financial future. He is the Co-founder & CEO of Your Financial Pharmacist, co-host of Your Financial Pharmacist Podcast and co-author of Seven Figure Phar...
Mar 05, 2019•19 min•Ep. 75
If you want to better understand DSCSA and how it affects pharmacists and pharmacies, then this episode is for YOU! In this episode, we learn about the following things associated with the Drug Supply Chain and Security Act (DSCSA): How do the rules affect retail pharmacy? Why is track-and-trace important to pharmacies? Are there consequences of non-compliance? What types of solutions exist in the market? Guest - DAVE WENDLAND | Vice President – Strategic Relations www.hamacher.com www.facebook....
Mar 03, 2019•27 min•Ep. 74
During this episode, you’ll learn how a pharmacist is combining his passions for informatics and antimicrobial stewardship. Dr. Brian Fung, who shares about life as an informatics pharmacist on his YouTube channel (link below), will cover the following in this episode: - Day to day activities of pharmacy informatics - Current state of pharmacy informatics - Future state of pharmacy informatics Connect with Brian: a. LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bkfung/ b. Instagram: https://www.instagra...
Feb 24, 2019•34 min•Ep. 73
If you want to better understand what comparative effectiveness research is and how it could be used to influence formularies, then this episode is for YOU! During this episode, you’ll learn the following: What misaligned incentives are currently in place in the market that do not help to lower cost of medications What Comparative Effectiveness Research is and the organizations that publish it How Comparative Effectiveness Research is used by TruData to create our algorithms. With this informati...
Feb 17, 2019•30 min•Ep. 72
If you want to better understand AI, how to get started in informatics, or how to become an Amazon Alexa programmer, then this episode is for YOU! In this episode, we learn about the use of Amazon Alexa in healthcare. Our guest Anthony Blash has been a pioneer in the pharmacy informatics space, and holds the distinction of being the first pharmacy graduate in the nation to complete a pharmacy informatics residency. Anthony shares his experience developing courses at Belmont University College of...
Feb 10, 2019•34 min•Ep. 71
In this episode, you’ll hear from Dr. Joanna Lewis is the 340B Compliance Coordinator at Baptist Health in Jacksonville and creator of the Pharmacist’s Guide blog. Joanna is a graduate of MUSC School of Pharmacy and the Citadel’s MBA program. She’s worked in a variety of practice settings and began the Pharmacist’s Guide blog as a way to connect with other pharmacists. Guest: Dr. Joanna Lewis https://www.thepharmacistsguide.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/joanna-lewis-pharmd-mba-47821530/ @pharm...
Feb 02, 2019•26 min•Ep. 70
If you want to better understand the importance of people and how can you build a high performing team, then this episode is for YOU! During this episode, you’ll learn the importance of focusing on people. Our guest, Richard Williams, is a fellow Ole Miss alum and mentor of mine. He’s newly retired from a long career at in the pharmaceutical industry where he served in a variety of roles including national accounts. Richard is a gifted connector, just like Malcolm Gladwell describes in his book ...
Jan 26, 2019•26 min•Ep. 69
In this episode, you’ll hear from fellow podcaster, Dr. Adam Martin. Dr. Adam Martin earned his doctorate of pharmacy degree from the University of Pittsburgh School of Pharmacy. With over 7 years of experience working full-time in the community pharmacy setting, he’s passionate about empowering other pharmacists and pharmacy students to put the health back into healthcare through leading by example in their professional practice to not only live their best lives, but to inspire others along the...
Jan 20, 2019•44 min•Ep. 68
In this episode, you'll hear from Dr. Lisa King, who is the co-author of Tiny Life Changes. The book, Tiny Life Changes, went to number 1 on Amazon on its launch date of January 9. Ms. King does speaking engagements and has put together a coaching and accountability package for women who want to change their lives. They believe that taking it one day and one step at a time will lead to big results in achieving goals and dreams. Their website is tinylifechanges.com. Check out the show notes: www....
Jan 13, 2019•25 min•Ep. 67
For pharmacists who are getting ready for interviews, this episode is for you! You’ll hear some tips and tricks for successful CVs and cover letters. Also - I am hosting a second webinar on January 15 at 6pm CT to prep you for interview tips and get you ready to ace your residency interviews. Sign up on the website www.pharmacyadvisory.com/workshops In this episode, you’ll hear from Dr. Ashley Gulyas, is the co-founder of Academy & Apothecary. She has been reviewing, creating, and formatting...
Jan 06, 2019•34 min•Ep. 66
In this episode, you’ll hear from our guest, Megan Nichole, is creator and founder of the LaziMILLENNIAL. She’ll share how she turned her passion for writing into a full time career, all while being a wife and mom. Megan’s website is https://www.lazimillennial.com. Check out the shownotes at www.pharmacyadvisory.com ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
Dec 28, 2018•26 min•Ep. 65
In this episode, you’ll hear from Dr. Kyle Skiermont who will share how he has helped lead Fairview Pharmacy Services towards the Triple Aim. Kyle serves as COO at Fairview Pharmacy Services which is the largest health system owned ambulatory pharmacy organization. Connect with Kyle Skiermont: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kyle-skiermont-75809a10/ Check out the show notes here: www.pharmacyadvisory.com ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★...
Dec 23, 2018•26 min•Ep. 64
This episode is a LIVE panel discussion on “How to Prep for Residency Interviews.” This panel includes Hillary Blackburn, host of the Talk to Your Pharmacist podcast who will be moderating the discussion, as well as great panelists representing several different organizations from the Nashville area: - Alicia B. Perry, Pharm.D., CPPS; Manager, Pharmacy Services & Clinical Therapeutics with HCA; Residency Programs Manager and PGY1 Pharmacy Residency Program Director - Kenneth C. Hohmeier, Pha...
Dec 15, 2018•43 min•Ep. 63
In this episode, Dr. Jerrica Dodd shares about her mission to add a human touch to pharmaceutical care and improve lives through patient engagement, provider partnerships, and education. Through the creation of Your Pharmacy Advocate, Dr. Dodd is able to achieve that mission and use her skills from years as a medical science liaison to accomplish that goal. Check out the shownotes at www.pharmacyadvisory.com ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★...
Dec 09, 2018•23 min•Ep. 62
In this episode, we learn about the use of blockchain as a solution to meet DSCSA standards for the pharmaceutical supply chain. Dr. Steven Malen shares about his role at the startup CureAll. To connect with Dr. Steven Malen: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stevenmalen/ Check out the shownotes: www.pharmacyadvisory.com ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
Dec 03, 2018•22 min•Ep. 61
In this episode, you’ll hear from Dr. Ken Majkowski who will share how he has worn many hats as a pharmacist within a single organization, SureScripts. Ken now serves as Chief Pharmacy Officer at FamilyWize which is a company that offers a prescription savings card to help underserved patients. Connect with Ken Majkowski: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ken-majkowski-aab2b713/ Check out the show notes here: www.pharmacyadvisory.com ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★...
Nov 25, 2018•34 min•Ep. 60
In this episode, you’ll hear from a pharmacist who is passionate about lifelong learning. Dr. Mike Corvino recently launched the CorConsult Rx podcast to share evidence based medicine and drug updates with clinicians. He has a great insta feed too for some quick clinical pearls on social media. To connect with Mike, check out his LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/corconsultrx/ Check out the shownotes: www.pharmacyadvisory.com ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★...
Nov 18, 2018•39 min•Ep. 59
In this episode, you’ll hear from Dr. Adam Chesler with Telepharm about how telepharmacy is utilized to expand the pharmacists’ reach and improve patient access. Telepharmacy is just one new innovation in the future of pharmacy and the adoption of telepharmacy has varied from state to state. There is good utilization of this technology to expand pharmacy services, particularly in rural areas. However, many settings including health systems and independent pharmacies are leveraging telepharmacy. ...
Nov 11, 2018•20 min•Ep. 58
