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MelisRxScripts
by Melissa Murer Corrigan
MelisRxScripts podcast is a series of lively conversations with friends, colleagues and various leaders in health care, pharmacy and beyond. Host Melissa Murer Corrigan and guests share prescriptions for life that you can apply each day.
Episodes
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Revisiting Episode 19: “Persevere and Figure It Out” with Sara J. White
This is a Special Episode of the MelisRxScripts podcast where we return to hear from ASHP Past President and pharmacy legend, Sara J White who recently passed away. In December, I attended the ASHP Midyear Clinical Meeting in New Orleans. It was an inspiring meeting and I reconnected with many...
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Episode 67: “Trust Your Journey” with Tiffani Shaw
In Episode 67, Melissa talks with Tiffani Shaw, CEO of Stead Impact Ventures & the Stead Foundation for an insightful conversation on leadership, innovation in healthcare, and philanthropy. Tiffani shares her career journey which includes gaining experience and expertise from outstanding mentors...
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Episode 66: “Breaking Barriers & Pursuing Your Passion” with Sasha Demos
In Episode 66, Melissa talks with Dr Sasha Demos, a results-oriented leader and board certified anesthesiologist with over two decades of clinical experience. Sasha’s career is impressive and diverse, she holds a PhD in Biomedical Engineering from the University of Illinois at Chicago, an MD from...
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Episode 65: “If Not Now, When?” with Farah Towfic
In Episode 65, Melissa talks with Farah Towfic, Senior Director of Healthcare Quality and Safety Center of Excellence with the US Pharmacopeia (USP). We discuss Farah’s passion for innovative technology and advancing medicines quality worldwide. She shares her experiences working as a pharmacist...
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Episode 64: “Stay Grounded When You Grow” with Kristen Peterson
In Episode 64, Melissa talks with Kristen Peterson, a Clinical Oncology Pharmacist with RUSH MD Anderson Cancer Center and the recipient of the 2023 University of Iowa College of Pharmacy Genesis Alumni Award. They spend time talking about next steps for patients after a cancer diagnosis. Kristen...
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Episode 63: “Cultivate Gratitude” with Melissa Murer Corrigan interviewed by Gretchen Brummel
In episode 63, Melissa is joined by pharmacist Gretchen Brummel. Gretchen “flips the script” and interviews Melissa, a pharmacist and Certified Association Executive, who also was recognized as one of the Top 50 Most Influential Leaders in Pharmacy (January 2023). Gretchen and Melissa explore...
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Episode 62: “Make the Most of Every Single Day” with Diane Ginsburg
In Episode 62, Melissa talks with Diane B. Ginsburg, Associate Dean for Healthcare Partnerships at the University of Texas at Austin College of Pharmacy and the recipient of the 2024 Harvey AK Whitney Lecture Award, health-system pharmacy’s highest award. They discuss her Whitney lecture,...
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Episode 61: “Embrace Ambition” with Rucha Bond
In Episode 61, Melissa talks with Rucha Bond, Assistant Dean for Experiential Education at the University of Texas at Austin College of Pharmacy. They discuss Rucha’s passion for research, scholarship and collaboration. Rucha is a graduate of the American Association of Colleges of Pharmacy...
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Episode 60: “Leap.Play.Love.” with Erin Keen
Looking to enrich your career as a pharmacist and preceptor? Check out MelisRxScripts episode 60 with Erin Keen, a clinical pharmacist focused on home-based primary care with the VA. As a preceptor and mentor, Erin fosters a supportive environment with active listening and engaging learning...
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Episode 59: “Be a Difference Maker” with Emmeline Paintsil
In Episode 59, Melissa talks with Emmeline Paintsil, an educator, pharmacist, and artist. Emmeline’s journey includes a deep commitment to making a positive impact on healthcare and paying it forward through mentoring. They reflect on their collaboration on the Zada Cooper Leadership Symposium…
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Episode 58: “Learn, Grow, and Move Forward: Leading Change” with Jenny Bingham
In Episode 58, Melissa connects with Jenny Bingham, a pharmacist, educator, innovator and advocate for health equity. Jenny shares her insights on leadership, mentoring, and paying it forward. Learn how to navigate career challenges with resilience and discover her pillars of wellness. Finally,...
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Episode 57: “You are Capable” with Haley McKeefer and Jennifer Fix
In Episode 57, join us as we dive into the world of community pharmacy practice innovation and advocacy with student pharmacist Haley McKeefer and her mentor, pharmacist Jennifer Fix. Haley, a 2024 PharmD candidate, recently recognized as one of the 50 Most Influential Leaders in Pharmacy, shares...
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SPECIAL EPISODE: “Life Lessons & Prescriptions” with Season 5 Guests
In Episode 56, Melissa celebrates Season 5 and highlights a prescription or life lesson from her outstanding guests. There are many takeaways on leadership, learning from failure, and paying it forward. Finally, there are reflections on the importance of pausing to reduce stress and improve…
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Episode 55: “Listen to Your Intuition” with Dee Ann Valles
In Episode 55, Melissa talks with Dee Ann Valles, a Functional Wellness Coach and AFMC Certified Practitioner. They discuss Dee Ann’s journey navigating health challenges along with family and pharmacy career transitions which then opened new opportunities for her. Dee Ann radiates joy and builds...
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Episode 54: “Be True to Yourself” with Magaly Rodriguez de Bittner
Want to transform pharmacy practice? Get real-world tips from Magaly Rodriguez de Bittner, Associate Dean for Clinical Service and Practice Transformation at the University of Maryland School of Pharmacy. In Episode 54, Melissa talks with Magaly about her mentors that helped her build confidence…
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Episode 53: “Be Intentional” with Emily Gajda
In Episode 53, Melissa talks with Emily Gajda, a PGY1 Health-System Pharmacy Administration & Leadership resident. They chat about her experiences serving as a student ambassador and 2023 recognition as a Zada Cooper Leadership Award recipient. Emily and Melissa discuss mentors and serving as a...
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Episode 52: “Give Yourself Grace” with Christy Cheung
In Episode 52, Melissa talks with Christy Cheung, a Digital Health Enthusiast and co-founder of the AI Collective. They discuss her experiences improving digital foundational literacy and empowering pharmacists. She also gives insights on user experience and lessons learned from hackathons....
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Episode 51: “Women Supporting Women” with Hillary Blackburn
In Episode 51, Melissa talks with Hillary Blackburn, Founder & Host of the Talk to Your Pharmacist Podcast. They discuss Hillary’s passion for pharmacy and entrepreneurship along with the importance of taking the first step and getting version 1.0 out there. As she prepares to expand her family...
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Episode 50: “Embrace Leadership ” with Ilisa Bernstein
In Episode 50, Melissa talks with Ilisa Bernstein, Interim CEO & Executive Vice President of the American Pharmacists Association (APhA) and recipient of the 2023 Alumni Distinguished Lifetime Achievement Award, University of Michigan College of Pharmacy. They discuss Ilisa’s passion for both...
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Episode 49: “Fail Forward ” with Kate Gainer
In Episode 49, Melissa talks with Kate Gainer, Executive Vice President (EVP) of the Iowa Pharmacy Association (IPA) and Mom of 4 under the age of 11. They discuss practical tips on work-life integration along with how to prevent burnout. Kate shares her personal experience of not matching in...
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Episode 48: “You Can Accomplish Anything” with Anjanette Wyatt
In Episode 48, Melissa talks with Dr Anjanette Wyatt, President of the APhA Foundation. They discuss her middle school/high school education that sparked her interest in STEM and led to her pharmacy school education at Texas Southern University, one of the nation’s largest historically black...
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Episode 47: “Do What You Love“ with Christina Madison
In Episode 47, Melissa talks with Dr Christina Madison, an award winning clinical pharmacist and founder of the public health consulting firm, The Public Health Pharmacist, PLLC. They discuss her leadership in advocating for the profession of pharmacy and communicating the value of the…
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Episode 46: “Pay it Forward” with Kelly Brock
In Episode 46, Melissa talks with Kelly Brock, Executive Director of the Community Pharmacy Foundation. They discuss her experiences making the most out of whatever circumstances and unexpected things come your way. She reflects on mentors who served as role models for both professional and...
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SPECIAL EPISODE: “Life Lessons & Prescriptions” with Season 4 Guests
In Episode 45, Melissa celebrates Season 4 and highlights a prescription or life lesson from her outstanding guests. There are so many gems including insights on how to be bold and strategic, support women colleagues, navigate doubt and take care of your mental health.
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Episode 44: “Never Hold Yourself Back” with Sharon Karina
In Episode 44, Melissa talks with Sharon Karina who works in prescription digital therapeutics and is a MBA Candidate with the University of Chicago Booth School of Business. They discuss how her military family upbringing and frequent moves provided experiences to start over and adapt to...
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Episode 43: “Be Bold and Strategic” with Kimber Boothe
In Episode 43, Melissa talks with pharmacist Kimber Boothe, a Strategic Pharmacy Coach and Consultant. Kimber has been described as a Connector and Pharmovator. They discuss her mentors and influencers along with integrating life and career. Kimber also shares her philosophy that “Pharmacy Can Do...
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Episode 42: “Life’s Too Short” with Kennedy Erickson
In Episode 42, Melissa talks with third-year student pharmacist Kennedy Erickson. Kennedy is the 2021-2022 APhA-ASP National President-elect and looks forward to celebrating in person for APhA2022 in San Antonio, TX. They discuss her mentors, taking the leap to get involved with student...
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Episode 41: “Transforming Pharmacy Practice: Advancing Pharmacy Technician Roles” with Sara Dreyer and Kelly Kent
In Episode 41, Melissa talks with Certified Pharmacy Technician Sara Dreyer and Kelly Kent, Towncrest pharmacy co-owner. Recorded to celebrate Pharmacy Technician Day during Pharmacists Month, they discuss Sara’s career journey as a pharmacy technician and support from mentor, Randy McDonough....
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Episode 40: “Take the Road Less Traveled” with Kellie Musch
In Episode 40, Melissa catches up with Kellie Musch, Site Manager, Pharmacy Services for Ohio Health Grant Medical Center and celebrates Pharmacists Month and National Pharmacy Week. They discuss Kellie’s leadership with the ASHP’s New Practitioner Forum (Twitter @ASHP_NPF) residency match...
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Episode 39: “Take a Break, Take a Breath“ with Jacinda Abdul-Mutakabbir
In Episode 39, Melissa talks with Jacinda Abdul-Mutakabbir, an Assistant Professor of Pharmacy Practice at Loma Linda University, School of Pharmacy and a Critical Care Infectious Disease pharmacist. They discuss her work magnifying and rectifying health inequities in minoritized communities and...
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Episode 38: “You Can Do Hard Things” with Jann Skelton
In Episode 38, Melissa talks with Jann Skelton, President of Silver Pennies Consulting and a 2020 APhA Fellow. They discuss her experiences being part of a multi-generation pharmacy family along with mentors who made a difference in her pharmacy career. Jann also shares her story of family, love,...
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SPECIAL EPISODE: “Life Lessons & Prescriptions” with Season 3 Guests
In Episode 37, Melissa celebrates Season 3 and highlights a prescription or life lesson from her outstanding guests. There are so many insights on taking advantage of opportunities, setting goals, navigating transitions and celebrating small moments.
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Episode 36: “Be Intentional and Be Optimistic “ with Sandra Leal
In Episode 36, Melissa talks with Sandra Leal, an Executive Vice President for Tabula Rasa HealthCare and now serving as the 166th President for the American Pharmacists Association (APhA). They discuss her leadership journey and the sacrifices of her immigrant parents, which fueled her passion…
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Episode 35: “Navigating Transitions and Change” with Christina Martin
In Episode 35, Melissa talks with Christina Martin who recently returned to pharmacy practice at NIH Clinical Center and previously served as Director, Office of Member Relations at the American Society of Health-System Pharmacists (ASHP). They discuss her work at ASHP helping integrate new...
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Episode 34: “Get Off the Road and Create a New Path” with Marialice Bennett
In Episode 34, Melissa talks with Marialice Bennett, the recipient of the 2021 Remington Honor Medal the profession of pharmacy’s highest recognition. They discuss her pioneering vision for advancing patient care and the profession of pharmacy through her creation of innovative community practice...
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Episode 33: “Creating a Culture of Belonging” with Jimmi Hatton Kolpek
In Episode 33, Melissa talks with Jimmi Hatton Kolpek who currently serves as President of the American College of Clinical Pharmacy (ACCP). They discuss her passion for research, scholarship and creating opportunities for others. She also shares insights on a national conversation on sexual...
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Episode 32: “Power to the Collective” with Vibhuti Arya
In Episode 32, Melissa talks with Vibhuti Arya, a Clinical Professor at St John’s University College of Pharmacy and racial dialogue expert. They discuss her work to bridge the gap between healthcare, well-being and equity. Vibhuti, known as “V” is a proud first-generation immigrant and reflects…
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Episode 31: “Passion, Attitude, Teamwork, & Honor” with Renae Chesnut and Olivia Welter
In Episode 31, Melissa talks with our first Dean and student pharmacist pair with Drake University’s Renae Chesnut and Olivia Welter. They discuss navigating change and innovation. Renae highlights Drake’s rich tradition of education excellence, entrepreneurial mindset and launching change makers...
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Episode 30: “Care for the Clinicians & Caregivers” with Candace Webb
In Episode 30, Melissa talks with Candace Webb who used a tragic family experience with healthcare to shape her passion for public health and addressing health disparities. They discuss her work on multidisciplinary solutions to improve patient care and real-world experience with advancing health...
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Episode 29: “Create a Joy List” with Nancy Bell
In Episode 29, Melissa talks with Nancy Bell, a current member of the Board of Trustees for the Iowa Pharmacy Association. They discuss her passion for science and serving as an ambassador for pharmacists’ roles in the pharmaceutical industry. Nancy shares lessons she learned from mentors…
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Episode 28: “Lot of Firsts in my Career” with Jan Carmichael
In Episode 28, Melissa talks with Jannet (Jan) Carmichael, a Past President of the American Society of Health-System Pharmacists (ASHP) and trailblazer on cutting edge pharmacy practice. Recorded to celebrate Women’s History Month, they talk about her innovations with the VA system along with her...
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Episode 27: “Choose to Move Forward“ with Wendy Weber
In Episode 27, Melissa talks with Wendy Weber, currently serving on the APhA Board of Trustees and a Mom of two littles. They discuss integrating life and career and share tips on what has worked and not worked for her family. Wendy’s passion for policy and advocacy began as a student pharmacist....
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Episode 26: “Greatest Blessing of My Life” with Valerie Prince
In Episode 26, Melissa talks with Valerie Prince, a clinical pharmacy specialist and recipient of the Linwood F Tice Friend of APhA-ASP Award. They discuss her leadership experiences and passion for teaching resident physicians and student pharmacists. Valerie also shares insights on caring for...
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Episode 25: “Say Yes to the Great” with Michele Williams
In Episode 25, we kick off Season 3 of the MelisRxScripts podcast. Melissa talks with Michele Williams, Assistant Professor of Management and Entrepreneurship for the University of Iowa Tippie College of Business and past keynote speaker for the Zada Cooper Leadership Symposium. They discuss...
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SPECIAL EPISODE: “Life Lessons & Prescriptions” with Season 2 Guests
In Episode 24, Melissa celebrates Season 2 and highlights a prescription or life lesson from her outstanding guests. There are so many gems and insights on leadership, lifelong learning, innovation and giving back. https://www.shondaland.com/live/body/a35204595/giving-yourself-grace/
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Episode 23: “Dream Big and Take Action” with Risa Vatanka
In Episode 23, Melissa talks with Parisa, known as “Risa” Vatanka, Senior Director of Corporate Alliances at the American Pharmacists Association. They discuss her student pharmacist and pharmacy resident experiences that provided the foundation for an innovative lens to pharmacy practice and...
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Episode 22: “See, Do and Be” with Lakesha Butler
In Episode 22, Melissa talks with Lakesha Butler who is Immediate Past President of the National Pharmaceutical Association and proudly educates both students and patients in her role as Clinical Professor of Pharmacy Practice at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville. They discuss the...
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Episode 21: “Pick Your Passion” with Erin Albert
In Episode 21, Melissa talks with Erin Albert, a multi-passionate leader and a pharmacist, author, attorney, and podcaster. They discuss thinking broadly about opportunities for pharmacists and why it’s important to articulate the value of pharmacy and pharmacists to other professions. Erin also...
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Episode 20: “Forge Your Own Path” with Megan Coder
In Episode 20 of 2020, Melissa talks with Megan Coder, Executive Director of the Digital Therapeutics Alliance. They discuss her passion for digital therapeutics and navigating innovation and new healthcare technology in 2020 and beyond. Megan talks about being influenced by mentors and leaders…
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Episode 19: “Persevere and Figure It Out” with Sara J White
In Episode 19, Melissa talks with Sara J White, ASHP Past President and Harvey AK Whitney Lecture recipient. They discuss her innovative research on leadership, insights from training almost 100 pharmacy residents, and the importance of perseverance. Sara shares practical tips on mentoring for…
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MelisRxScripts podcast is a series of lively conversations with friends, colleagues and various leaders in health care, pharmacy and beyond. Host Melissa Murer Corrigan and guests share prescriptions for life that you can apply each day.
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MelisRxScripts podcast is a series of lively conversations with friends, colleagues and various leaders in health care, pharmacy and beyond. Host Melissa Murer Corrigan and guests share prescriptions for life that you can apply each day.
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