APhA The First Fill

In this episode, APhA Member and Practice Advancement Fellow Kaileigh Yen discusses her path that led to pursuing a career in community pharmacy practice. She discusses her ability to practice progressively in her state of North Carolina and how important skills like effective communication are to her practice. Lastly, she discusses the importance of finding a mentor and how it's impacted her career so far. Each month, APhA will release two podcast episodes featuring APhA Members offering a fresh dose of education highlights, practice pearls, and insights to inform your pharmacy practice and advance patient care. Listen to new episodes at your convenience! Members can log into their APhA pharmacist.com Learning Library account to successfully complete a short assessment at the end of each month to earn 0.5 hours of CE credits (.05 CEU). Tune in now on our website or subscribe via YouTube, Spotify, or Apple Podcasts. Disclaimer: The content is intended for informational purposes only and should not be considered or taken as medical advice. The views and opinions expressed in this program are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the opinions or positions of any entities they represent or its employees.

In this episode, APhA Member and specialty pharmacist from Walgreens Francisco Franco discusses how he's seen community pharmacy evolve in his 15 years of practice. He discusses key skills, attributes and characteristics that have led to his success such as having high emotional intelligence and being able to build a collaborative relationship. Lastly, he discusses his experiences and recommendations for staying engaged as a professional. Each month, APhA will release two podcast episodes featuring APhA Members offering a fresh dose of education highlights, practice pearls, and insights to inform your pharmacy practice and advance patient care. Listen to new episodes at your convenience! Members can log into their APhA pharmacist.com Learning Library account to successfully complete a short assessment at the end of each month to earn 0.5 hours of CE credits (.05 CEU). Tune in now on our website or subscribe via YouTube, Spotify, or Apple Podcasts. Disclaimer: The content is intended for informational purposes only and should not be considered or taken as medical advice. The views and opinions expressed in this program are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the opinions or positions of any entities they represent or its employees.

This podcast explores the everyday ethical challenges faced by pharmacy technicians working across retail, hospital, and clinical settings. Through practical scenarios, professional insights, and real-world examples, this podcast shines a light on the critical role technicians play in protecting patient safety, maintaining confidentiality, and supporting ethical decision making within the healthcare team. Each month, APhA will release two podcast episodes featuring APhA Members offering a fresh dose of education highlights, practice pearls, and insights to inform your pharmacy practice and advance patient care. Listen to new episodes at your convenience! Members can log into their APhA pharmacist.com Learning Library account to successfully complete a short assessment at the end of each month to earn 0.5 hours of CE credits (.05 CEU). Tune in now on our website or subscribe via YouTube, Spotify, or Apple Podcasts. Disclaimer: The content is intended for informational purposes only and should not be considered or taken as medical advice. The views and opinions expressed in this program are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the opinions or positions of any entities they represent or its employees.

This podcast explores real-world ethical dilemmas faced by pharmacy personnel. Through discussion of core ethical principles and practical case studies, listeners will examine how everyday decisions can challenge professional values, patient trust, and ethical standards in community pharmacy practice. Each month, APhA will release two podcast episodes featuring APhA Members offering a fresh dose of education highlights, practice pearls, and insights to inform your pharmacy practice and advance patient care. Listen to new episodes at your convenience! Members can log into their APhA pharmacist.com Learning Library account to successfully complete a short assessment at the end of each month to earn 0.5 hours of CE credits (.05 CEU). Tune in now on our website or subscribe via YouTube, Spotify, or Apple Podcasts. Disclaimer: The content is intended for informational purposes only and should not be considered or taken as medical advice. The views and opinions expressed in this program are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the opinions or positions of any entities they represent or its employees.

This month, we are reviewing the hot off the press ADA standards of care for people with diabetes. In episode 2, APhA Member Kripali Patel discusses recommendations for weight management in people with diabetes. Each month, APhA will release two podcast episodes featuring APhA Members offering a fresh dose of education highlights, practice pearls, and insights to inform your pharmacy practice and advance patient care. Listen to new episodes at your convenience! Members can log into their APhA pharmacist.com Learning Library account to successfully complete a short assessment at the end of each month to earn 0.5 hours of CE credits (.05 CEU). Tune in now on our website or subscribe via YouTube, Spotify, or Apple Podcasts. Disclaimer: The content is intended for informational purposes only and should not be considered or taken as medical advice. The views and opinions expressed in this program are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the opinions or positions of any entities they represent or its employees.

This month, we are reviewing the hot off the press ADA standards of care for people with diabetes. In episode 1, APhA Member Justin Kirby discusses updated recommendations and evidence related to treating patients with diabetes who also have comorbid cardiovascular, kidney or liver disease. Each month, APhA will release two podcast episodes featuring APhA Members offering a fresh dose of education highlights, practice pearls, and insights to inform your pharmacy practice and advance patient care. Listen to new episodes at your convenience! Members can log into their APhA pharmacist.com Learning Library account to successfully complete a short assessment at the end of each month to earn 0.5 hours of CE credits (.05 CEU). Tune in now on our website or subscribe via YouTube, Spotify, or Apple Podcasts. Disclaimer: The content is intended for informational purposes only and should not be considered or taken as medical advice. The views and opinions expressed in this program are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the opinions or positions of any entities they represent or its employees.

Evidence has demonstrated that effective care transitions from the hospital to home have a major impact on patient outcomes. This month, we are reviewing best practices for pharmacists practicing on both sides of the transition from hospital to home. In this episode 2, APhA Member and pharmacy leader Tonino Michienzi who spearheaded a pilot study discusses the role that the pharmacists plays post discharge and how pharmacists can adapt best practices to prevent 30-day readmission. Each month, APhA will release two podcast episodes featuring APhA Members offering a fresh dose of education highlights, practice pearls, and insights to inform your pharmacy practice and advance patient care. Listen to new episodes at your convenience! Members can log into their APhA pharmacist.com Learning Library account to successfully complete a short assessment at the end of each month to earn 0.5 hours of CE credits (.05 CEU). Tune in now on our website or subscribe via YouTube, Spotify, or Apple Podcasts. Disclaimer: The content is intended for informational purposes only and should not be considered or taken as medical advice. The views and opinions expressed in this program are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the opinions or positions of any entities they represent or its employees.

Evidence has demonstrated that effective care transitions from the hospital to home have a major impact on patient outcomes. This month, we are reviewing best practices for pharmacists practicing on both sides of the transition from hospital to home. In episode 1, APhA Member Marissa Cavaretta will discuss evidence-based strategies and real-world experiences that elevate a hospital pharmacist's impact at discharge, including medication reconciliation, discharge counseling, and post-discharge follow-up calls aimed at preventing avoidable readmissions. Listeners will gain insight into clinical workflows and services designed to strengthen transitions of care. Each month, APhA will release two podcast episodes featuring APhA Members offering a fresh dose of education highlights, practice pearls, and insights to inform your pharmacy practice and advance patient care. Listen to new episodes at your convenience! Members can log into their APhA pharmacist.com Learning Library account to successfully complete a short assessment at the end of each month to earn 0.5 hours of CE credits (.05 CEU). Tune in now on our website or subscribe via YouTube, Spotify, or Apple Podcasts. Disclaimer: The content is intended for informational purposes only and should not be considered or taken as medical advice. The views and opinions expressed in this program are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the opinions or positions of any entities they represent or its employees.

In this episode, we will review evidence associated with once weekly pipeline agent insulin icodec. Each month, APhA will release two podcast episodes offering a fresh dose of education highlights, practice pearls, and insights to inform your pharmacy practice and advance patient care.  Listen to new episodes at your convenience! Both members and nonmembers can log into their APhA pharmacist.com Learning Library account to successfully complete a short assessment at the end of each month to earn 0.5 hours of CE credits (.05 CEU). Tune in now on our website or subscribe via YouTube, Spotify, or Apple Podcasts. Disclaimer: The content is intended for informational purposes only and should not be considered or taken as medical advice. The views and opinions expressed in this program are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the opinions or positions of any entities they represent or its employees.

In this episode, we will review evidence associated with once weekly pipeline agent insulin efsitora alfa. Each month, APhA will release two podcast episodes offering a fresh dose of education highlights, practice pearls, and insights to inform your pharmacy practice and advance patient care.  Listen to new episodes at your convenience! Both members and nonmembers can log into their APhA pharmacist.com Learning Library account to successfully complete a short assessment at the end of each month to earn 0.5 hours of CE credits (.05 CEU). Tune in now on our website or subscribe via YouTube, Spotify, or Apple Podcasts. Disclaimer: The content is intended for informational purposes only and should not be considered or taken as medical advice. The views and opinions expressed in this program are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the opinions or positions of any entities they represent or its employees.

In this episode of the First Fill, Dr. Allison Reed, PharmD, BCPS, BCOP a clinical pharmacy specialist in oncology discusses her perspective on how the recent pooled cohort published in the Lancet impacts what we know on the risk versus benefit of hormone replacement therapy in young women. Each month, APhA will release two podcast episodes offering a fresh dose of education highlights, practice pearls, and insights to inform your pharmacy practice and advance patient care.  Listen to new episodes at your convenience! Both members and nonmembers can log into their APhA pharmacist.com Learning Library account to successfully complete a short assessment at the end of each month to earn 0.5 hours of CE credits (.05 CEU). Tune in now on our website or subscribe via YouTube, Spotify, or Apple Podcasts. Disclaimer: The content is intended for informational purposes only and should not be considered or taken as medical advice. The views and opinions expressed in this program are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the opinions or positions of any entities they represent or its employees.

In this episode of The First Fill, we will review a recent study published in the Lancet examining hormone therapy use and young-onset breast cancer. Each month, APhA will release two podcast episodes offering a fresh dose of education highlights, practice pearls, and insights to inform your pharmacy practice and advance patient care.  Listen to new episodes at your convenience! Both members and nonmembers can log into their APhA pharmacist.com Learning Library account to successfully complete a short assessment at the end of each month to earn 0.5 hours of CE credits (.05 CEU). Tune in now on our website or subscribe via YouTube, Spotify, or Apple Podcasts. Disclaimer: The content is intended for informational purposes only and should not be considered or taken as medical advice. The views and opinions expressed in this program are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the opinions or positions of any entities they represent or its employees.

In this episode of the First Fill, Dr. Ryan Waldschmidt, PharmD, assistant professor of pharmacy practice at the university of Findlay discusses his experience with implementing the updated American college of Cardiology/American Heart Association Clinical Practice guidelines for the prevention, detection, evaluation and management of high blood pressure in adults. Each month, APhA will release two podcast episodes offering a fresh dose of education highlights, practice pearls, and insights to inform your pharmacy practice and advance patient care.  Listen to new episodes at your convenience! Both members and nonmembers can log into their APhA pharmacist.com Learning Library account to successfully complete a short assessment at the end of each month to earn 0.5 hours of CE credits (.05 CEU). Tune in now on our website or subscribe via YouTube, Spotify, or Apple Podcasts. Disclaimer: The content is intended for informational purposes only and should not be considered or taken as medical advice. The views and opinions expressed in this program are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the opinions or positions of any entities they represent or its employees.

In this episode of The First Fill, we will review the American college of cardiology/American Health Association recently published guidelines for the prevention, detection, evaluation and management of high blood pressure in adults. Key updates compared to the 2017 guidelines for pharmacists to be aware of will be discussed. Each month, APhA will release two podcast episodes offering a fresh dose of education highlights, practice pearls, and insights to inform your pharmacy practice and advance patient care.  Listen to new episodes at your convenience! Both members and nonmembers can log into their APhA pharmacist.com Learning Library account to successfully complete a short assessment at the end of each month to earn 0.5 hours of CE credits (.05 CEU). Tune in now on our website or subscribe via YouTube, Spotify, or Apple Podcasts. Disclaimer: The content is intended for informational purposes only and should not be considered or taken as medical advice. The views and opinions expressed in this program are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the opinions or positions of any entities they represent or its employees.

In this episode, clinical research scientist Jennifer Cocohoba discusses solutions to barriers of effective HIV care, lenacapavir's place in in the HIV prevention landscape and things that pharmacists can do to ensure that patients have access to the medications they need.   Each month, APhA will release two podcast episodes offering a fresh dose of education highlights, practice pearls, and insights to inform your pharmacy practice and advance patient care.  Listen to new episodes at your convenience! Both members and nonmembers can log into their APhA pharmacist.com Learning Library account to successfully complete a short assessment at the end of each month to earn 0.5 hours of CE credits (.05 CEU). Tune in now on our website or subscribe via YouTube, Spotify, or Apple Podcasts. Disclaimer: The content is intended for informational purposes only and should not be considered or taken as medical advice. The views and opinions expressed in this program are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the opinions or positions of any entities they represent or its employees.

In this episode of The First Fill, we will review two recent new drug approvals, gepotidacin for UTI and lenacapavir for treatment and prevention of HIV. You'll hear about outcomes from clinical trials and patient counseling points for the new agents. Each month, APhA will release two podcast episodes offering a fresh dose of education highlights, practice pearls, and insights to inform your pharmacy practice and advance patient care.  Listen to new episodes at your convenience! Both members and nonmembers can log into their APhA pharmacist.com Learning Library account to successfully complete a short assessment at the end of each month to earn 0.5 hours of CE credits (.05 CEU). Tune in now on our website or subscribe via YouTube, Spotify, or Apple Podcasts. Disclaimer: The content is intended for informational purposes only and should not be considered or taken as medical advice. The views and opinions expressed in this program are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the opinions or positions of any entities they represent or its employees.

In this episode, Dr. Joseph Saseen, a clinical pharmacist and expert in cardiology and population health focuses on ASCVD risk reduction and the pharmacist's evolving role in cardiovascular care.   Each month, APhA will release two podcast episodes offering a fresh dose of education highlights, practice pearls, and insights to inform your pharmacy practice and advance patient care.  Listen to new episodes at your convenience! Both members and nonmembers can log into their APhA pharmacist.com Learning Library account to successfully complete a short assessment at the end of each month to earn 0.5 hours of CE credits (.05 CEU). Tune in now on our website or subscribe via YouTube, Spotify, or Apple Podcasts. Disclaimer: The content is intended for informational purposes only and should not be considered or taken as medical advice. The views and opinions expressed in this program are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the opinions or positions of any entities they represent or its employees.

In this episode of The First Fill, we will focus on the 2025 ACC/AHA Clinical Practice Guidelines for the management of acute coronary syndromes (ACS). You'll hear how pharmacists can take an active role in implementing evidence-based care by optimizing dual antiplatelet therapy, supporting stepwise lipid management, and reinforcing secondary prevention strategies such as cardiac rehab and lifestyle modification. Each month, APhA will release two podcast episodes offering a fresh dose of education highlights, practice pearls, and insights to inform your pharmacy practice and advance patient care.  Listen to new episodes at your convenience! Both members and nonmembers can log into their APhA pharmacist.com Learning Library account to successfully complete a short assessment at the end of each month to earn 0.5 hours of CE credits (.05 CEU). Tune in now on our website or subscribe via YouTube, Spotify, or Apple Podcasts. Disclaimer: The content is intended for informational purposes only and should not be considered or taken as medical advice. The views and opinions expressed in this program are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the opinions or positions of any entities they represent or its employees.

In this episode, Trisha LaPointe, Professor of Pharmacy Practice from Massachussets College of Pharmacy discusses the pharmacists role in supporting maternal health through early risk identification, patient education and collaboration with the healthcare team.   Each month, APhA will release two podcast episodes offering a fresh dose of education highlights, practice pearls, and insights to inform your pharmacy practice and advance patient care.  Listen to new episodes at your convenience! Both members and nonmembers can log into their APhA pharmacist.com Learning Library account to successfully complete a short assessment at the end of each month to earn 0.5 hours of CE credits (.05 CEU). Tune in now on our website or subscribe via YouTube, Spotify, or Apple Podcasts. Disclaimer: The content is intended for informational purposes only and should not be considered or taken as medical advice. The views and opinions expressed in this program are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the opinions or positions of any entities they represent or its employees.

In this episode of the First Fill, we spotlight the World Health Organization's 2024 maternal and perinatal health recommendations. You'll hear how pharmacists can take an active role in antenatal care by supporting patients through counselling on supplement use, safe symptom relief, and preventive health strategies. Each month, APhA will release two podcast episodes offering a fresh dose of education highlights, practice pearls, and insights to inform your pharmacy practice and advance patient care.  Listen to new episodes at your convenience! Both members and nonmembers can log into their APhA pharmacist.com Learning Library account to successfully complete a short assessment at the end of each month to earn 0.5 hours of CE credits (.05 CEU). Tune in now on our website or subscribe via YouTube, Spotify, or Apple Podcasts. Disclaimer: The content is intended for informational purposes only and should not be considered or taken as medical advice. The views and opinions expressed in this program are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the opinions or positions of any entities they represent or its employees.

In this episode, Andy Molnar, CEO of the Digital Therapeutics Alliance discusses reimbursement for digital therapeutics and the pharmacists role in digital care delivery.   Each month, APhA will release two podcast episodes offering a fresh dose of education highlights, practice pearls, and insights to inform your pharmacy practice and advance patient care.  Listen to new episodes at your convenience! Both members and nonmembers can log into their APhA pharmacist.com Learning Library account to successfully complete a short assessment at the end of each month to earn 0.5 hours of CE credits (.05 CEU). Tune in now on our website or subscribe via YouTube, Spotify, or Apple Podcasts. Disclaimer: The content is intended for informational purposes only and should not be considered or taken as medical advice. The views and opinions expressed in this program are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the opinions or positions of any entities they represent or its employees.

In this episode, we review the definition of digital therapeutics, FDA risk classifications and pathways to approval and reimbursement for digital therapeutics and clinical services related. Each month, APhA will release two, 10 to 15 minute podcast episodes offering a fresh dose of education highlights, practice pearls, and insights to inform your pharmacy practice and advance patient care.  Listen to new episodes at your convenience! Both members and nonmembers can log into their APhA Learning Library account to successfully complete a short assessment at the end of each month to earn 0.5 hours of CE credits (.05 CEU).  Tune in now on our website or subscribe via YouTube, Spotify, or Apple Podcasts. Disclaimer: The content is intended for informational purposes only and should not be considered or taken as medical advice. The views and opinions expressed in this program are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the opinions or positions of any entities they represent or its employees.  

In this episode, Dr. Dan Hussar, Remington award winner provides useful information to help pharmacists stay up to date and navigate new drug approvals.  Each month, APhA will release two podcast episodes offering a fresh dose of education highlights, practice pearls, and insights to inform your pharmacy practice and advance patient care.  Listen to new episodes at your convenience! Both members and nonmembers can log into their APhA pharmacist.com Learning Library account to successfully complete a short assessment at the end of each month to earn 0.5 hours of CE credits (.05 CEU). Tune in now on our website or subscribe via YouTube, Spotify, or Apple Podcasts. Disclaimer: The content is intended for informational purposes only and should not be considered or taken as medical advice. The views and opinions expressed in this program are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the opinions or positions of any entities they represent or its employees.

In this episode, we'll focus on 2 new clinically relevant drug approvals impacting both community and hospital pharmacists – suzetrigine and aztreonam-avibactam. We'll discuss efficacy data which led to their approval, potential adverse effects and counseling points for pharmacists to be aware of. Each month, APhA will release two, 10 to 15 minute podcast episodes offering a fresh dose of education highlights, practice pearls, and insights to inform your pharmacy practice and advance patient care.  Listen to new episodes at your convenience! Both members and nonmembers can log into their APhA Learning Library account to successfully complete a short assessment at the end of each month to earn 0.5 hours of CE credits (.05 CEU).  Tune in now on our website or subscribe via YouTube, Spotify, or Apple Podcasts. Disclaimer: The content is intended for informational purposes only and should not be considered or taken as medical advice. The views and opinions expressed in this program are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the opinions or positions of any entities they represent or its employees.  

In this episode, Yara Al-Shaer and transitions of care pharmacist Laressa Bethishou discuss strategies for preventing medication errors during transitions of care, with an emphasis on medication reconciliation, and effective collaboration across healthcare teams. Each month, APhA will release two podcast episodes offering a fresh dose of education highlights, practice pearls, and insights to inform your pharmacy practice and advance patient care.  Listen to new episodes at your convenience! Both members and nonmembers can log into their APhA pharmacist.com Learning Library account to successfully complete a short assessment at the end of each month to earn 0.5 hours of CE credits (.05 CEU). Tune in now on our website or subscribe via YouTube, Spotify, or Apple Podcasts. Disclaimer: The content is intended for informational purposes only and should not be considered or taken as medical advice. The views and opinions expressed in this program are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the opinions or positions of any entities they represent or its employees.

In this episode, we'll focus on Transitions of Care (TOC) and the critical role pharmacists play in ensuring medication safety and continuity during care transitions. We'll explore ISMP Best Practice 21 recommendations, discuss how pharmacist-led interventions help reduce hospital readmissions, and review key CMS and Joint Commission quality measures that reinforce the pharmacist's role in TOC programs. Each month, APhA will release two, 10 to 15 minute podcast episodes offering a fresh dose of education highlights, practice pearls, and insights to inform your pharmacy practice and advance patient care.  Listen to new episodes at your convenience! Both members and nonmembers can log into their APhA Learning Library account to successfully complete a short assessment at the end of each month to earn 0.5 hours of CE credits (.05 CEU).  Tune in now on our website or subscribe via YouTube, Spotify, or Apple Podcasts. Disclaimer: The content is intended for informational purposes only and should not be considered or taken as medical advice. The views and opinions expressed in this program are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the opinions or positions of any entities they represent or its employees.  

In this episode, Katie Meyer and independent community pharmacist Rachel Kestin discuss her experiences and workflow tips navigating the 2025 Medicare updates. Each month, APhA will release two podcast episodes offering a fresh dose of education highlights, practice pearls, and insights to inform your pharmacy practice and advance patient care.  Listen to new episodes at your convenience! Both members and nonmembers can log into their APhA pharmacist.com Learning Library account to successfully complete a short assessment at the end of each month to earn 0.5 hours of CE credits (.05 CEU). Tune in now on our website or subscribe via YouTube, Spotify, or Apple Podcasts. Disclaimer: The content is intended for informational purposes only and should not be considered or taken as medical advice. The views and opinions expressed in this program are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the opinions or positions of any entities they represent or its employees.

In this episode, APhA Executive Education Fellow, Nick, APhA's Sr. Manager of Educational Activities, Maya and Katie Meyer will review recent updates to Medicare that occurred beginning 2025 because of the inflation reduction act. These include an updated out-of-pocket maximum for Medicare beneficiaries and the Medicare Prescription Payment Plan, a new option to help patients manage their prescription drug costs. Each month, APhA will release two, 10 to 15 minute podcast episodes offering a fresh dose of education highlights, practice pearls, and insights to inform your pharmacy practice and advance patient care.  Listen to new episodes at your convenience! Both members and nonmembers can log into their APhA Learning Library account to successfully complete a short assessment at the end of each month to earn 0.5 hours of CE credits (.05 CEU).  Tune in now on our website or subscribe via YouTube, Spotify, or Apple Podcasts. Disclaimer: The content is intended for informational purposes only and should not be considered or taken as medical advice. The views and opinions expressed in this program are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the opinions or positions of any entities they represent or its employees.  

In this episode, Katie Meyer and Kevin Astle discuss key strategies pharmacists can use to improve patient adherence in HIV care. Each month, APhA will release two podcast episodes offering a fresh dose of education highlights, practice pearls, and insights to inform your pharmacy practice and advance patient care.  Listen to new episodes at your convenience! Both members and nonmembers can log into their APhA pharmacist.com Learning Library account to successfully complete a short assessment at the end of each month to earn 0.5 hours of CE credits (.05 CEU). Tune in now on our website or subscribe via YouTube, Spotify, or Apple Podcasts. Disclaimer: The content is intended for informational purposes only and should not be considered or taken as medical advice. The views and opinions expressed in this program are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the opinions or positions of any entities they represent or its employees.

In this episode, APhA Executive Education Fellows and Katie Meyer will review Guidelines for the Use of Antiretroviral Agents in Adults and Adolescents with HIV recently published by National Institutes of Health (NIH). Each month, APhA will release two, 10 to 15 minute podcast episodes offering a fresh dose of education highlights, practice pearls, and insights to inform your pharmacy practice and advance patient care.  Listen to new episodes at your convenience! Both members and nonmembers can log into their APhA Learning Library account to successfully complete a short assessment at the end of each month to earn 0.5 hours of CE credits (.05 CEU).  Tune in now on our website or subscribe via YouTube, Spotify, or Apple Podcasts. Disclaimer: The content is intended for informational purposes only and should not be considered or taken as medical advice. The views and opinions expressed in this program are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the opinions or positions of any entities they represent or its employees.  

In this episode, expert Jeff Gold, a mental health clinical pharmacy practitioner at the VA discusses impactful patient encounters and mechanisms he's found helpful for self-care. Each month, APhA will release two podcast episodes offering a fresh dose of education highlights, practice pearls, and insights to inform your pharmacy practice and advance patient care.  Listen to new episodes at your convenience! Both members and nonmembers can log into their APhA pharmacist.com Learning Library account to successfully complete a short assessment at the end of each month to earn 0.5 hours of CE credits (.05 CEU). Tune in now on our website or subscribe via YouTube, Spotify, or Apple Podcasts. Disclaimer: The content is intended for informational purposes only and should not be considered or taken as medical advice. The views and opinions expressed in this program are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the opinions or positions of any entities they represent or its employees.

In this episode, APhA Executive Education Fellows and Katie Meyer will discuss the role of mental health clinical pharmacy providers at the Veterans Affairs. Each month, APhA will release two, 10 to 15 minute podcast episodes offering a fresh dose of education highlights, practice pearls, and insights to inform your pharmacy practice and advance patient care.  Listen to new episodes at your convenience! Both members and nonmembers can log into their APhA Learning Library account to successfully complete a short assessment at the end of each month to earn 0.5 hours of CE credits (.05 CEU).  Tune in now on our website or subscribe via YouTube, Spotify, or Apple Podcasts. Disclaimer: The content is intended for informational purposes only and should not be considered or taken as medical advice. The views and opinions expressed in this program are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the opinions or positions of any entities they represent or its employees.  

In this episode, expert Jake Nichols who has dedicated his career to serving persons with SUD discusses how shame and stigma impact a patients journey and actionable ways pharmacists can support them. Each month, APhA will release two podcast episodes offering a fresh dose of education highlights, practice pearls, and insights to inform your pharmacy practice and advance patient care.  Listen to new episodes at your convenience! Both members and nonmembers can log into their APhA pharmacist.com Learning Library account to successfully complete a short assessment at the end of each month to earn 0.5 hours of CE credits (.05 CEU). Tune in now on our website or subscribe via YouTube, Spotify, or Apple Podcasts. Disclaimer: The content is intended for informational purposes only and should not be considered or taken as medical advice. The views and opinions expressed in this program are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the opinions or positions of any entities they represent or its employees.

In this episode, APhA Executive Education Fellows will discuss the recently published PhARM OUD guidelines designed to equip community pharmacists with essential tools to help them enhance patient care. Each month, APhA will release two, 10 to 15 minute podcast episodes offering a fresh dose of education highlights, practice pearls, and insights to inform your pharmacy practice and advance patient care.  Listen to new episodes at your convenience! Both members and nonmembers can log into their APhA Learning Library account to successfully complete a short assessment at the end of each month to earn 0.5 hours of CE credits (.05 CEU).  Tune in now on our website or subscribe via YouTube, Spotify, or Apple Podcasts. Disclaimer: The content is intended for informational purposes only and should not be considered or taken as medical advice. The views and opinions expressed in this program are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the opinions or positions of any entities they represent or its employees.  

In this episode, Geriatric Clinical Pharmacist Sean Jeffrey discusses common interventions, strategies for communication and compensation for pharmacist driven fall prevention services. Each month, APhA will release two, 10 to 15 minute podcast episodes offering a fresh dose of education highlights, practice pearls, and insights to inform your pharmacy practice and advance patient care.  Listen to new episodes at your convenience! Both members and nonmembers can log into their APhA Learning Library account to successfully complete a short assessment at the end of each month to earn 0.5 hours of CE credits (.05 CEU).  Tune in now on our website or subscribe via YouTube, Spotify, or Apple Podcasts. Disclaimer: The content is intended for informational purposes only and should not be considered or taken as medical advice. The views and opinions expressed in this program are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the opinions or positions of any entities they represent or its employees.  

In this episode, APhA Executive Education Fellows will discuss polypharmacy, the recent USPSTF recommendation statement on fall prevention in older adults, and some strategies and resources pharmacists can use for fall prevention. Each month, APhA will release two, 10 to 15 minute podcasts offering a fresh dose of education highlights, practice pearls, and insights to inform your pharmacy practice and advance patient care.  Listen to new episodes at your convenience! Both members and nonmembers can log into their APhA Learning Library account to successfully complete a short assessment at the end of each month to earn 0.5 hours of CE credits (.05 CEU).  Tune in now on our website or subscribe via YouTube, Spotify, or Apple Podcasts. Disclaimer: The content is intended for informational purposes only and should not be considered or taken as medical advice. The views and opinions expressed in this program are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the opinions or positions of any entities they represent or its employees.  

In this episode, we will discuss a recent study that evaluated the impact of inappropriate diagnosis of CAP and duration of antibiotic use. Each month, APhA will release five, 5-minute podcast episodes offering a fresh dose of education highlights, practice pearls, and insights to inform your pharmacy practice and advance patient care.  Listen to new episodes at your convenience! Both members and nonmembers can log into their APhA pharmacist.com Learning Library account to successfully complete a short assessment at the end of each month to earn 0.5 hours of CE credits (.05 CEU). Tune in now on our website or subscribe via Youtube, Spotify, or Apple Podcasts. Disclaimer: The content is intended for informational purposes only and should not be considered or taken as medical advice. The views and opinions expressed in this program are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the opinions or positions of any entities they represent or its employees.

In this episode, we will review a recent retrospective cohort study that evaluated the risk of bleeding-related hospitalization and death in patients using diltiazem in combination with apixaban and rivaroxaban. Each month, APhA will release five, 5-minute podcast episodes offering a fresh dose of education highlights, practice pearls, and insights to inform your pharmacy practice and advance patient care.  Listen to new episodes at your convenience! Both members and nonmembers can log into their APhA pharmacist.com Learning Library account to successfully complete a short assessment at the end of each month to earn 0.5 hours of CE credits (.05 CEU). Tune in now on our website or subscribe via YouTube, Spotify, or Apple Podcasts. Disclaimer: The content is intended for informational purposes only and should not be considered or taken as medical advice. The views and opinions expressed in this program are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the opinions or positions of any entities they represent or its employees.

In this episode, we will discuss a recently published study that observed the association between the initiation of antihypertensive medication and the increased fracture risk in individuals residing in long term care nursing homes. Each month, APhA will release five, 5-minute podcast episodes offering a fresh dose of education highlights, practice pearls, and insights to inform your pharmacy practice and advance patient care.  Listen to new episodes at your convenience! Both members and nonmembers can log into their APhA pharmacist.com Learning Library account to successfully complete a short assessment at the end of each month to earn 0.5 hours of CE credits (.05 CEU). Tune in now on our website or subscribe via YouTube, Spotify, or Apple Podcasts. Disclaimer: The content is intended for informational purposes only and should not be considered or taken as medical advice. The views and opinions expressed in this program are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the opinions or positions of any entities they represent or its employees.

In this episode, we will discuss drug-induced QT prolongation, specifically in patients receiving hemodialysis and how pharmacists can prevent drug-related harm. Each month, APhA will release five, 5-minute podcast episodes offering a fresh dose of education highlights, practice pearls, and insights to inform your pharmacy practice and advance patient care.  Listen to new episodes at your convenience! Both members and nonmembers can log into their APhA pharmacist.com Learning Library account to successfully complete a short assessment at the end of each month to earn 0.5 hours of CE credits (.05 CEU). Tune in now on our website or subscribe via YouTube, Spotify, or Apple Podcasts. Disclaimer: The content is intended for informational purposes only and should not be considered or taken as medical advice. The views and opinions expressed in this program are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the opinions or positions of any entities they represent or its employees.

In this episode, we will discuss risks associated with thiopurine use, specifically in pregnant patients and how pharmacists can play a role in communicating the new evidence and labeling change. Each month, APhA will release five, 5-minute podcast episodes offering a fresh dose of education highlights, practice pearls, and insights to inform your pharmacy practice and advance patient care.  Listen to new episodes at your convenience! Both members and nonmembers can log into their APhA Learning Library account to successfully complete a short assessment at the end of each month to earn 0.5 hours of CE credits (.05 CEU).  Tune in now on our website or subscribe via YouTube, Spotify, or Apple Podcasts. Disclaimer: The content is intended for informational purposes only and should not be considered or taken as medical advice. The views and opinions expressed in this program are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the opinions or positions of any entities they represent or its employees.  

In this episode, we will discuss the newly FDA approved agent for anemia due to chronic kidney disease, vadadustat. Each month, APhA will release five, 5-minute podcast episodes offering a fresh dose of education highlights, practice pearls, and insights to inform your pharmacy practice and advance patient care.  Listen to new episodes at your convenience! Both members and nonmembers can log into their APhA Learning Library account to successfully complete a short assessment at the end of each month to earn 0.5 hours of CE credits (.05 CEU). Tune in now on our website or subscribe via Youtube, Spotify, or Apple Podcasts. Disclaimer: The content is intended for informational purposes only and should not be considered or taken as medical advice. The views and opinions expressed in this program are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the opinions or positions of any entities they represent or its employees.

In this episode, we will discuss the newly FDA cleared prescription digital therapeutic for major depression disorder. Each month, APhA will release five, 5-minute podcast episodes offering a fresh dose of education highlights, practice pearls, and insights to inform your pharmacy practice and advance patient care.  Listen to new episodes at your convenience! Both members and nonmembers can log into their APhA Learning Library account to successfully complete a short assessment at the end of each month to earn 0.5 hours of CE credits (.05 CEU). Tune in now on our website or subscribe via YouTube, Spotify, or Apple Podcasts. Disclaimer: The content is intended for informational purposes only and should not be considered or taken as medical advice. The views and opinions expressed in this program are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the opinions or positions of any entities they represent or its employees.

In this episode, we will discuss aprocitentan, a newly FDA-approved treatment for hypertension. Each month, APhA will release five, 5-minute podcast episodes offering a fresh dose of education highlights, practice pearls, and insights to inform your pharmacy practice and advance patient care.  Listen to new episodes at your convenience! Both members and nonmembers can log into their APhA Learning Library account to successfully complete a short assessment at the end of each month to earn 0.5 hours of CE credits (.05 CEU). Tune in now on our website or subscribe via YouTube, Spotify, or Apple Podcasts. Disclaimer: The content is intended for informational purposes only and should not be considered or taken as medical advice. The views and opinions expressed in this program are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the opinions or positions of any entities they represent or its employees.

In this episode, we will describe the newly-FDA approved drug, resmetirom, for the treatment of NASH. Each month, APhA will release five, 5-minute podcast episodes offering a fresh dose of education highlights, practice pearls, and insights to inform your pharmacy practice and advance patient care.  Listen to new episodes at your convenience! Both members and nonmembers can log into their APhA Learning Library account to successfully complete a short assessment at the end of each month to earn 0.5 hours of CE credits (.05 CEU). Tune in now on our website or subscribe via YouTube, Spotify, or Apple Podcasts. Disclaimer: The content is intended for informational purposes only and should not be considered or taken as medical advice. The views and opinions expressed in this program are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the opinions or positions of any entities they represent or its employees.

In this episode, we will discuss the recent FDA Emergency Use Authorization of pemivibart for COVID-19 pre-exposure prophylaxis. Each month, APhA will release five, 5-minute podcast episodes offering a fresh dose of education highlights, practice pearls, and insights to inform your pharmacy practice and advance patient care.  Listen to new episodes at your convenience! Both members and nonmembers can log into their APhA Learning Library account to successfully complete a short assessment at the end of each month to earn 0.5 hours of CE credits (.05 CEU).  Tune in now on our website or subscribe via YouTube, Spotify, or Apple Podcasts. Disclaimer: The content is intended for informational purposes only and should not be considered or taken as medical advice. The views and opinions expressed in this program are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the opinions or positions of any entities they represent or its employees.  

In this episode we will summarize key results from a recent study exploring the association of cannabis use with cardiovascular outcomes. Each month, APhA will release five, 5-minute podcast episodes offering a fresh dose of education highlights, practice pearls, and insights to inform your pharmacy practice and advance patient care.  Listen to new episodes at your convenience! Both members and nonmembers can log into their APhA Learning Library account to successfully complete a short assessment at the end of each month to earn 0.5 hours of CE credits (.05 CEU). Tune in now on our website or subscribe via Google, Spotify, or Apple Podcasts. Disclaimer: The content is intended for informational purposes only and should not be considered or taken as medical advice. The views and opinions expressed in this program are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the opinions or positions of any entities they represent or its employees.

In this episode we will provide a concise overview of the emerging market of biologics and biosimilars across various medical conditions in the US. Each month, APhA will release five, 5-minute podcast episodes offering a fresh dose of education highlights, practice pearls, and insights to inform your pharmacy practice and advance patient care.  Listen to new episodes at your convenience! Both members and nonmembers can log into their APhA Learning Library account to successfully complete a short assessment at the end of each month to earn 0.5 hours of CE credits (.05 CEU). Tune in now on our website or subscribe via Google, Spotify, or Apple Podcasts. Disclaimer: The content is intended for informational purposes only and should not be considered or taken as medical advice. The views and opinions expressed in this program are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the opinions or positions of any entities they represent or its employees.

In this episode, we will discuss the new indication for omalizumab. Each month, APhA will release five, 5-minute podcast episodes offering a fresh dose of education highlights, practice pearls, and insights to inform your pharmacy practice and advance patient care.  Listen to new episodes at your convenience! Both members and nonmembers can log into their APhA Learning Library account to successfully complete a short assessment at the end of each month to earn 0.5 hours of CE credits (.05 CEU). Tune in now on our website or subscribe via Google, Spotify, or Apple Podcasts. Disclaimer: The content is intended for informational purposes only and should not be considered or taken as medical advice. The views and opinions expressed in this program are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the opinions or positions of any entities they represent or its employees.

In this episode we will provide a reminder about important counseling points related to the first FDA approved over the counter oral contraceptive. Each month, APhA will release five, 5-minute podcast episodes offering a fresh dose of education highlights, practice pearls, and insights to inform your pharmacy practice and advance patient care.  Listen to new episodes at your convenience! Both members and nonmembers can log into their APhA Learning Library account to successfully complete a short assessment at the end of each month to earn 0.5 hours of CE credits (.05 CEU). Tune in now on our website or subscribe via Google, Spotify, or Apple Podcasts. Disclaimer: The content is intended for informational purposes only and should not be considered or taken as medical advice. The views and opinions expressed in this program are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the opinions or positions of any entities they represent or its employees.