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The Regimen
by Chansonida Uk, URI PharmD Candidate '25, Jeffrey Bratberg, PharmD, FAPhA
Welcome to “The Regimen,” where pharmacists, pharmacy students, and their guests discuss the latest public health issues and their solutions. Listen in to find out how we all can improve population health, health equity, and patient care through advocacy and education. This podcast does not represent the views or opinions of the University of Rhode Island or the Rhode Island Department of Health."The Regimen" logo created by Marisa Jacobs, URI PharmD.
Episodes
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2025 RI Pharmacy Legislative Achievements
With the 2025 Rhode Island legislative session gavelled out, we are back for our annual law update- the Rhode Island Legislative Achievements in Pharmacy, in partnership with Drug Topics! Keep listening to find out about this record-breaking year for the number of new pharmacy laws passed (six!),...
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Bonus Episode: The Regimen for Music Therapy
Welcome back to The Regimen, with a special bonus episode from now Dr. Madi Hartling, as we discuss music therapy and its intersection with the pharmacy practice. Special thanks to our special guest Sam Shriner for providing her insight and expertise!!
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The Regimen: Beyond the Counter - Precision and Possibilities with Dr. Joseph Bizier
Pharmacists in Silicon Valley? Yeah… it’s a thing. In this final episode of Beyond the Counter, our special series spotlighting pharmacists in innovative and unexpected roles, we’re going deep into the world of HealthTech. Meet Dr. Joseph Bizier, pharmacist and Head of Clinical Program Design at...
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The Regimen: Beyond the Counter-Fellowship Success with Dr. Brindley Rospars
🚀 Ever wonder where a pharma fellowship can take you? Dr. Brindley Rospars shares her journey—straight to leadership at J&J. In this episode of Beyond the Counter, a mini-series from The Regimen, we speak with Dr. Brindley Rospars, Associate Director at Johnson & Johnson. Brindley shares an…
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The Regimen: Things I Wish I Knew Before Applying to a Fellowship
Curious about pharmacy fellowships? Whether you're exploring industry roles, deep in the application process, or wondering what a “functional area” even means—this episode is for you. Host Chansonida Uk (URI PharmD '25) and Dr. Jef Bratberg are joined by Aminah Islam (URI PharmD '25) and Soeun An...
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The Regimen: Beyond the Counter – Natalya Salganik: From Retail to Research
In this episode of The Regimen, part of our Beyond the Counter series, we sit down with Natalya Salganik, a current PhD student in Health Outcomes at the University of Rhode Island. Natalya shares her journey transitioning from a career in retail pharmacy to the world of research and academia. We...
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The Regimen: How A Pharmacist Landed A Role at L'Oreal With Ethan Melillo
Chansonida and Jef explore roles of pharmacists beyond the counter, one being personal care and cosmetics. Dr. Ethan Melillo shares his career journey, from working as a pharmacy cashier to becoming a social media influencer and now senior manager at L'Oreal, emphasizing the importance of…
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The Regimen: Wellness At The Push Of A Button
In this episode, we dive into an exciting shift happening at the intersection of healthcare, technology, and education. Join us as we chat with pharmacists who are pioneering a health and wellness machine right inside the College of Pharmacy. From promoting preventive care to empowering students...
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The Regimen Season 17 Trailer: Pharmacists Beyond the Counter, Elevating Wellness, and Critical Challenges
🎙️ Season 17 Trailer – The Regimen Podcast Welcome to Season 17 of The Regimen! This season, your hosts Chansonida Uk, PharmD Candidate ’25, and Dr. Jeffrey Bratberg are bringing the energy and diving deep into the bold, the hot topics, and the fascinating world of pharmacy and public health.…
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The Regimen for Gender Affirming Care (pt. 2)
This week we continue our conversation on body-affirming care with Dr. Joe Nardolillo, PharmD, BCACP. Tune in as we discuss common misconceptions and how to provide the best care possible.
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BONUS EPISODE: The Regimen for Legislation
In this very special bonus episode previous co-host Allie O'Brien, PharmD 2025 is back with two guests to give us an update on pharmacy advocacy and legislation in Rhode Island!
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The Regimen for Gender Affirming Care (pt. 1)
This episode we sat down with Dr. Mic Pacheco to discuss all things body-affirming care! Listen in to hear how we as pharmacists can make an impact on this underrepresented group!
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The Regimen For Data Access
This week, we spoke with Dr. Ashley Buchanan, DrPH, about data access and the importance of public data. Listen in as we discuss how this data is collected, stored, and used to increase health equity and science! Follow us on @PharmDPubHealth on Instagram and connect with us on LinkedIn. Turn on...
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The STAT Regimen: Measles Outbreak
Listen in to hear about the current measles outbreak in West Texas and how pharmacists can help combat this deadly disease. Learn about the MMR vaccine and common misconceptions regarding measles transmission and treatment! Follow us on @PharmDPubHealth on Instagram and connect with us on…
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The Regimen Season 16 Teaser
Get ready for a brand new season of The Regimen- co-hosted by Madi Hartling, URI PharmD Candidate '25, Jeffrey Bratberg, PharmD, FAPhA. This season we will dive into pharmacy and the arts, gender-affirming care, and many more exciting topics! Be sure to follow us on @PharmDPubHealth on Instagram...
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The Regimen for RAs Against Opioid Overdose
In this episode ofThe Regimen, we dive into an initiative that Allie has spent the past six weeks working on— a Rhode Island state senate bill that would requireResidential Assistants (RAs) to be trained in Narcan administration and ensure dorms are stocked with this life-saving medication.…
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The Regimen for Weight Loss Drugs for Addiction Treatment
Weight loss drugs have taken the world by storm - dominating headlines, social media, and conversations across healthcare. Once class in particular, the Glucagon-like peptide 1 agonists like semaglutide or Ozempic, have become a cutting-edge therapy, celebrated not only for their efficacy in…
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The Regimen for Decoding Alcohol Labels and Cancer Warnings
It feels like every day, our phones are bombarded with notifications about yet another risk factor linked to cancer—whether it's food, environmental influences, or lifestyle habits. With the recent Surgeon General's advisory highlighting the cancer risks of alcohol, many are left grappling with a...
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The Regimen for Combating the Global Threat of Antimicrobial Resistance
Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is often called the "silent pandemic," but its impact is loud and clear—nearly 5 million deaths per year are linked to drug-resistant infections. In this episode we sit with Dr. Thomas Lavoie to discuss the urgent global challenge of AMR. From antibiotic overuse to...
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The Regimen for Thriving Through Pharmacy School - Part 3
“Our greatest glory is not in never falling, but in rising every time we fall.” – Confucius In the latest episode of The Regimen, we finish our Thriving Through Pharmacy School series with Dr. Kelly Orr, Clinical Professor of Pharmacy Practice and Associate Dean for Student and Academic Affairs…
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The Regimen for Thriving Through Pharmacy School - Part 2
“Rest and self-care are so important. When you take time to replenish your spirit, it allows you to serve others from the overflow.” — Eleanor Brownn In the latest episode of The Regimen, we continue our Thriving Through Pharmacy School series with Dr. Ginger Lemay, clinical professor at URI. We...
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The Regimen for Thriving Through Pharmacy School - Part 1
Welcome to Season 15 of The Regimen! This season, Thriving Through Pharmacy School, explores the art of balancing academic success with personal well-being. In our first episode, we sit down with third-year pharmacy students—Julia Jasper, Leah Bessette, Kaitlyn Staskywicz and Brenae Dubis —to…
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The Regimen for Navigating Pharmacy School Teaser
Burnout is a pressing issue for pharmacists, with 61.2% of professionals reporting feelings of burnout. This struggle often begins during pharmacy school, where academic pressures, personal adjustments, and the demand to become a well-rounded professional can overwhelm students. In this series,...
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The Regimen for Water Fluoridation
Join us for an enlightening discussion with Dr. Samuel Zwetchkenbaum, the State Dental Director at the Rhode Island Department of Health and the RI Medicaid Program. Explore the latest science and insights on water fluoridation and its impact on public health—don't miss this engaging and...
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Season 15 Trailer
Welcome to Season 15 of The Regimen, a public health podcast! Listen in to meet our hosts Allie O'Brien, URI PharmD Candidate '25 and Jef Bratberg, PharmD, FAPhA, and get a sneak peek of what we will be discussing throughout this season. Stay tuned over the next few weeks to hear Allie, Jef, and...
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Spooktacular Safety - Rebroadcast of the STAT Regimen on A Guide to a Safer Halloween
In this special episode of The Regimen, we cover all the important tips you need for a safe and healthy Halloween. Rebroadcast from October 2023, but the recommendations are...ETERNAL. If you need safer Halloween supplies, you can now not only go to Health Services, but you can also access health...
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The Last episode of the Communicating Vaccines Class Series: Vaccines to Protect People with Chronic Conditions
Happy Pharmacists' Month! We wrap up the Communicating Vaccines class podcast series with URI PharmD students Sarah Dube, Imma Esposito, Madeleine Greene, Christopher Connor, and Meryl Coriell. They talk to host Dr. Russ Scarpa about COVID-19 vaccine confidence among people with chronic…
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Communicating Vaccines Class Podcast Series Ep #5: Vaccinating College Students
Happy Pharmacists' Month! In the penultimate episode 5 of the Communicating Vaccines class podcast series, URI PharmD students Hannah Chan, Alyssa Carneiro, and Gabrielle Andrade discuss strategies to inform college students about essential vaccines, and incentives to make certain as many…
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The Special Series Continues! Communicating Vaccines Class Podcast #4: Vaccines for People who Use Drugs
In Episode 4 of the Communicating Vaccines class podcast series, URI PharmD students Haylee Garthwait, Alyssa Gagliano, and Liz Arnold (future Regimen producer and co-host!) discuss gaps in immunization rates among people who use drugs and solutions for overcoming barriers to care through the use...
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Communicating Vaccines Class Series #3: Navigating the MMR Vaccination Conversation for a Resilient Future
In episode 3 of the Communicating Vaccines class podcast series, URI PharmD students Gabrielle Blanco and Lauren Brown review recent and preventable measles outbreaks and the importance of communicating facts and allaying concerns about MMR vaccination for parents of young children. Hosted by…
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Special Series! Communicating Vaccines Class #2/6: The Womb of Uncertainty
In episode 2 of the Communicating Vaccines series, URI PharmD students Brendan Wicks, Emma Riccio, & Erin Mehr delve into the vaccination of pregnant mothers and why so much uncertainty remains around vaccine uptake in this population. Join guest host Dr. Russ Scarpa URI '24 to unravel concerns,...
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NEW Special Series! Communicating Vaccines Class: Healthcare Worker Vaccination
In episode 1 of the Communicating Vaccines class podcast series, URI PharmD students Vinny Alfiero, Cormac Foley, Kayla Scofield, and Kaitlyn Staskywicz delve into the vaccination of healthcare workers and why vaccine uptake is so important in this population. Join guest host Dr. Jef Bratberg to...
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The Regimen on 2024 Rhode Island Legislative Status Update
With the 2024 Rhode Island state legislative session over, we are back for our annual legislative status update with Chris Federico. Listen to find out what happened with bills to expand no-cost insurance coverage of HIV preventative medications, preserve patient choice to access essential...
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The Regimen on Non-Antibiotic Treatments of UTIs
Ever had a UTI? You probably took antibiotics and they worked. Listen in to see if alternatives to antibiotics work just as well!
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The Regimen for Service to Native Americans
Joining us today is Kaitlyn Staskywicz, a rising P3 student at the University of Rhode Island College of Pharmacy. Listen-in for a fascinating discussion on her Indian Health Service (IHS) Junior COSTEP internship experience and the innovative roles of pharmacists in this branch of the Public...
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The Regimen on Sun Safety
Joining us today is Dr. Olutosin Ojugbele, MD, a medical director at the Rhode Island Department of Health! Listen-in for a fascinating discussion on sun safety and how to protect yourself from sunburns to skin cancer.
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STAT: Kratom
Kratom is likely coming to Rhode Island - will increased access help or harm? Listen in to this STAT episode of The Regimen to find out more!
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The Regimen on Opioid Sparing Pathways
On this episode of The Regimen, Amanda Petrarca, PharmD, RPh joins us to discuss opioid-sparing treatment pathways and how they’re being used in medical procedures in Rhode Island!
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STAT: Male Birth Control
Finally, male birth control! On this STAT episode of The Regimen, we will discuss what types of male contraceptives are in development and how this will impact the world of reproductive health.
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The Regimen on Medicinal Plants
On this episode of The Regimen, we discuss medicinal plants and how they can be used for their health benefits! Featuring Dr. Navindra Seeram, PhD, a professor and Chair of the Biomedical and Pharmaceutical Sciences Department at the University of Rhode Island College of Pharmacy....
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STAT: Raw Milk and H5N1
On this STAT episode of The Regimen we discuss the recent outbreak of H5N1 influenza among dairy cows and what is has to do with Raw Milk.
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Season 14 Trailer
Welcome to Season 14 of The Regimen, a public health podcast! Listen in to meet our hosts Liz Arnold, URI PharmD Candidate '25 and Jef Bratberg, PharmD, FAPhA, and get a sneak peek of what we will be discussing throughout this season. Stay tuned over the next few weeks to hear Liz, Jef, and their...
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Pharmacy: The Profession and its Future
University of Rhode Island College of Pharmacy Dean Kerry LaPlante, PharmD, FCCP, FIDSA, FIDP joins Russ Scarpa, PharmD '24 and Jef Bratberg, PharmD, FAPhA to discuss pharmacy, advocacy, our professional identities, and her vision for the future of healthcare.
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PFAS: The Forever Chemicals
What do dental floss, firefighting foam, and tap water all have in common? PFAS! Listen to learn about the health effects of these "forever chemicals" that accumulate in the human body, and things we can do to protect ourselves from further exposure. Featuring the brilliant Dr. Slitt, a professor...
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STOP THE BLEEDⓇ
May is National Stop the BleedⓇ Month! Tune in to learn about the campaign by the U.S. Department of Defense and the American College of Surgeons to make tourniquets and trauma care as ubiquitous as CPR. Featuring guest Emily Lefebre, a senior here at URI working to bring Stop the Bleed(R) to...
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STAT: Fentanyl Facts
You cannot overdose by touching fentanyl. On this STAT episode of The Regimen we explain what fentanyl is, when it is and isn’t dangerous, and discuss a new law in Florida that makes fentanyl exposure a second degree felony. ACMT / AACT Position Statement Rhode Island CFRP: Free Naloxone by Mail
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Season 13 Trailer
Welcome to Season 13 of the Regimen! Stay tuned over the next several weeks to listen to Russ Scarpa, PharmD Candidate '24, Jef Bratberg, PharmD, FAPhA, and their guests discuss Fentanyl Exposure, STOP THE BLEED(R), PFAS, Provider Status, and so much more. First full episode available Tuesday,...
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The Regimen for Reproductive & Gender-Affirming Healthcare
Tune in to this week's episode of The Regimen as we discuss access to reproductive and gender-affirming healthcare, feating Dr. Jordan Covvey!
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The Regimen for Medical Management of Eating Disorders
In this episode, we review the treatment of eating disorders with medications and supportive care. We focus on the inpatient and outpatient management, pharmacotherapy options, drugs contraindicated in this patient population, and more. Note: this episode is intended for informational purposes…
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The Regimen for Health & Wellness Vending Machines
Today we talk about the Wellness Vending Machine, new to URI's campus! Located in the 24-hour room of URI's library, it offers a wide variety of products at low cost - from cold and cough, to sexual health, to a restful night's sleep! We are joined by Dr. Kat Houlihan, whose research helped turn...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Welcome to “The Regimen,” where pharmacists, pharmacy students, and their guests discuss the latest public health issues and their solutions. Listen in to find out how we all can improve population health, health equity, and patient care through advocacy and education. This podcast does not represent the views or opinions of the University of Rhode Island or the Rhode Island Department of Health."The Regimen" logo created by Marisa Jacobs, URI PharmD.
HOSTED BY
Chansonida Uk, URI PharmD Candidate '25, Jeffrey Bratberg, PharmD, FAPhA
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