This Week in Pharmacy

THIS WEEK IN PHARMACY PBM Truth, Cash-Based Pharmacy, and Psychedelics in Medicine Presented by SuiteRx Pharmacy Software Technologies Learn more at SuiteRx.com Episode Overview On this episode of This Week in Pharmacy, Todd Eury brings together two timely conversations focused on pharmacy transformation, advocacy, clinical education, and the future role of pharmacists in healthcare. First, Todd welcomes Brad Hart, owner of Forest Park Pharmacy, a cash-based independent pharmacy model challenging the traditional reimbursement structure many pharmacies operate under. Brad has become a powerful advocate for pharmacy transparency, using TikTok and social media to expose current PBM practices, share data, and speak directly to patients, pharmacy owners, and policymakers about the realities facing independent pharmacies. Brad’s message is clear: patients deserve transparency, pharmacy owners deserve fair treatment, and the profession needs more voices willing to educate the public with facts and truth. In the second half of the episode, Todd is joined by Dr. Colby Burns and Dr. Andy Krut from the Psychedelic Pharmacists Association. This discussion helps set the groundwork for understanding psychedelics in medicine, the evolving role of pharmacists in psychedelic education, and the clinical potential of psychotropic therapies historically limited by regulation, stigma, and lack of provider education. As interest in psychedelic-assisted care grows, pharmacists must be part of the conversation. Dr. Burns and Dr. Krut explain why pharmacist education, medication safety, and clinical understanding are essential as healthcare explores emerging approaches to mental health, trauma, pain, and complex patient care. Featured Guests Brad Hart Owner, Forest Park Pharmacy Dr. Colby Burns Psychedelic Pharmacists Association Dr. Andy Krut Psychedelic Pharmacists Association Sponsored By This episode of This Week in Pharmacy is brought to you by SuiteRx Pharmacy Software Technologies. SuiteRx provides pharmacy software solutions designed to support independent pharmacies, improve workflow, enhance patient care, and help pharmacy teams operate more efficiently in today’s demanding healthcare environment. Learn more at SuiteRx.com.

On this episode of This Week in Pharmacy, we bring together three powerful voices shaping the future of pharmacy, independent practice, functional medicine, and healthcare transformation.   First, we welcome Kris Rhea, MBA, Contributing Editor with Dispense Times, a digital publication dedicated to supporting independent community pharmacy owners across the United States. Kris brings a business-focused perspective on pharmacy operations, growth strategy, workflow efficiency, data-driven decision-making, and market positioning. His work with Dispense Times helps independent pharmacists navigate today’s rapidly changing healthcare landscape, including PBM pressures, evolving patient expectations, regulatory challenges, and the need for sustainable business models that keep local pharmacies strong.   We also speak with James Maskell, founder of Evolution of Medicine, an organization built to inspire, equip, and unite functional and integrative medicine practitioners. Evolution of Medicine provides education, practice-building resources, and community for clinicians who are working to build thriving practices rooted in whole-person care. James brings a national perspective on the movement toward functional medicine, community-based care, prevention, and new models that empower practitioners to better serve patients beyond the limitations of conventional healthcare.   Our third guest is Marina Buksov, PharmD, a pharmacist, herbalist, educator, podcast host, and holistic health consultant. After earning her PharmD from St. John’s University and graduating Summa Cum Laude in 2013, Marina entered pharmacy eager to serve patients, but quickly recognized that traditional allopathic pharmacy did not fully align with her deeper calling to help people thrive through prevention, root-cause care, plant medicine, and sustainable wellness strategies. Her experience behind the pharmacy counter and as a patient herself inspired her to pursue health coaching, nutrition, functional medicine, and clinical herbalism. Today, Marina helps pharmacists and healthcare professionals explore natural-minded career paths and build meaningful work that bridges pharmacology, herbal therapeutics, and holistic care.   Together, this episode explores where pharmacy is headed: independent pharmacy survival, business model innovation, functional medicine, patient-centered care, pharmacist reinvention, and the growing demand for healthcare professionals who can connect science, prevention, and real-world practice.   Listen to This Week in Pharmacy on the Pharmacy Podcast Network. Pharmacy’s future is being built by those willing to challenge the current model, support independent practice, and expand the role of pharmacists as trusted healthcare providers.

On this episode of This Week in Pharmacy, we examine three major forces shaping healthcare today: the global impact of conflict on health security, the continued evolution of personalized specialty pharmacy care, and the over-the-counter products patients rely on most.   We open the show with Aman Gupta, Managing Partner, Asia-Pacific at SPAG FINN Partners, and contributor author at MedikaLife. Aman joins TWIRx to discuss his latest MedikaLife article, which argues that global conflict is quietly undermining health security by redirecting funding, attention, and infrastructure away from healthcare and toward defense priorities.   As military spending rises, health systems—especially in low- and middle-income countries—face growing pressure from shrinking access, rising costs, workforce shortages, disrupted supply chains, weakened disease surveillance, and reduced emergency preparedness. Conflicts in Ukraine, Gaza, and Sudan demonstrate how attacks on healthcare systems, displacement, malnutrition, and shortages of essential medicines can rapidly turn health access into a survival issue. Aman urges policymakers to treat health as strategic security infrastructure, not as a secondary social expense.   TWIRx also gives a special shout out to the Indian Pharmaceutical Association, recognizing its continued leadership and advocacy for the pharmacy profession.   Next, we welcome Dr. Chris Antypas, PharmD, with Perigon Pharmacy 360, for a discussion on how specialty pharmacy is becoming increasingly personalized. As complex therapies continue to advance, pharmacists are playing a critical role in ensuring medications and treatment plans are customized to optimize patient care. We explore how technology, workflow processes, clinical expertise, and pharmacists who deeply understand specific disease states are essential to successful specialty pharmacy outcomes.   To wrap up the episode, returning guest Shanley Chien Pierce, Senior Editor, Health at U.S. News & World Report, joins us to review the latest OTC medicine and health product evaluations. Top-rated products include Children’s Delsym for coughs, Unisom for sleep, and Pedialyte for electrolytes, along with skincare favorites such as La Roche-Posay for retinol and Aquaphor for lip balm.   For the full list covering more than 128 categories, visit the U.S. News Best OTC Medicine & Health Products rankings.   Sponsored by Perigon Pharmacy 360 Listen & Subscribe Stay connected with This Week in Pharmacy and the Pharmacy Podcast Network for conversations with pharmacy leaders, healthcare innovators, policy experts, and industry voices shaping the future of care.

On this episode of This Week in Pharmacy, we examine two major forces reshaping the profession: the unfinished business of pharmacist provider status and the legal landscape around direct-to-consumer pharmaceutical distribution. In part one, Erik Abel, PharmD, MBA, discusses his May 2026 analysis, “So Pharmacists Want to Be a Provider: Where the Profession Lost Its Way and Perhaps a Path to Get Back.” Abel argues that pharmacy’s provider-status challenge is not a lack of clinical evidence, but a lack of operational infrastructure: credentialing, payer contracting, revenue cycle management, interoperability, and scalable business models. In part two, Darshan Kulkarni, PharmD, Esq., joins the show to discuss direct-to-consumer pharmaceutical distribution, legal risk, regulatory scrutiny, telehealth-linked prescribing, manufacturer strategy, and what pharmacists need to understand as drug distribution moves closer to the patient. This week in pharmacy news, Pittsburgh-area pharmacies continue to face uneven access to Adderall and other ADHD medications, years after the FDA first identified shortages in 2022. Patients are still calling multiple pharmacies, switching medications, rationing doses, or going without treatment as availability varies by dosage, formulation, manufacturer, and wholesaler. Pharmacists are also using medication therapy management to protect older adults from preventable medication-related harm. MTM reviews can identify risky prescriptions and OTC products, including diphenhydramine, duplicate therapies, drug interactions, and long-term proton pump inhibitor use that may need reassessment. In 340B news, CVS Health is facing federal lawsuits from major health systems alleging CVS Specialty and WellPartner improperly retained approximately $250 million in savings that should have gone back to covered entities. The litigation adds pressure to debates over PBM integration, contract pharmacy arrangements, and 340B transparency. On Capitol Hill, lawmakers are pressing the Department of Defense to commit to annual audits of the TRICARE pharmacy contract as concerns continue around PBM conflicts of interest, reimbursement practices, network adequacy, and access for independent and community pharmacies.

This week, This Week in Pharmacy examines several stories shaping the business, clinical, and legal future of pharmacy practice. In TWIRx News from Pharmacy Times from Megan Maroney, PharmD, BCPP, FAAPP, focused on antidepressant use, withdrawal concerns, deprescribing, and shared decision-making. The key takeaway: patients should never stop antidepressants abruptly. Pharmacists can play a vital role in reducing stigma, educating patients, and supporting safe conversations about tapering, side effects, and long-term treatment. In health technology news, FDB research presented at the 2026 AMIA Amplify Informatics Conference found that patient-specific, risk-based medication guidance reduced pharmacy alert volume by 70% in a high-volume community pharmacy setting. The model consolidates alerts into one actionable message tied to the patient’s most relevant risk, helping reduce alert fatigue and improve workflow. Finally, we review a federal court ruling in Eli Lilly’s lawsuit against Houston-based Empower Pharmacy over compounded tirzepatide versions of Mounjaro and Zepbound. The judge dismissed key federal trademark and Texas unfair competition claims, while allowing other state claims to continue. Andy Crawford, with Keysource is back on TWIRx talking about the U.S. Supreme Court taking up Hikma Pharmaceuticals USA Inc. v. Amarin Pharma Inc., a case that could significantly affect generic drug competition. At issue is whether Hikma’s marketing materials and public communications around its generic version of Amarin’s fish oil-based cardiovascular drug improperly promoted a still-patented use. Hikma and the broader generic industry argue the case is about protecting “skinny label” rules, which allow generics to carve out patented indications while still bringing lower-cost medications to market. For pharmacists, the decision could influence generic availability, substitution confidence, pricing pressure, and how manufacturers communicate with providers and pharmacies. Thanks to our sponsors, CassianRx and IPC, for supporting independent pharmacy, innovation, and the future of patient-centered care.

Sponsored by Rx4Route This Week in Pharmacy returns with a timely two-part episode focused on pharmacy operations, medication access, and the growing responsibility of healthcare communicators in the age of AI. In our first segment, we welcome Joseph Dymowski, PharmD, CEO of Centennial Pharmacy Services, and Doniyor Sattarov, Vice President of Operations at Rx4Route, for a conversation about expanding long-term care pharmacy at home. As more patients age in place, pharmacies must rethink delivery, logistics, documentation, and patient communication as essential parts of care. Delivery is no longer just a convenience. It is a critical extension of pharmacy services. Reliable routing, real-time tracking, and proof of delivery help pharmacies improve adherence, reduce operational friction, and build stronger trust with patients, caregivers, and providers. Expanding LTC pharmacy-at-home services, building scalable delivery workflows, improving route efficiency, using delivery technology to support compliance, and why logistics may become a major competitive advantage for pharmacies. This episode is sponsored by Rx4Route, pharmacy delivery software designed to help pharmacies streamline delivery operations, optimize routes, track orders, and improve proof-of-delivery workflows. In our second segment, we speak with **Vincent Grippi, CEO of Grippi Media, about the dangers of AI-generated misinformation and the higher standard required in healthcare communications. As AI becomes more common in content creation, communications professionals must protect accuracy, credibility, and patient trust. In healthcare, misinformation can influence clinical understanding, damage reputations, and create confusion across the industry. That is why content for healthcare professionals must be reviewed, verified, and guided by human judgment. AI misinformation in healthcare, responsible content development, source verification, editorial review, subject-matter expertise, and how communicators can use AI without sacrificing trust. This episode connects two critical forms of trust in pharmacy: operational trust at the patient’s door and informational trust across every communication channel. Featured Guests: Joseph Dymowski, PharmD— CEO, Centennial Pharmacy Services Doniyor Sattarov— Vice President of Operations, Rx4Route Vincent Grippi— CEO, Grippi Media

Congratulations to Logan Eury and his new wife Emily, got married today, May 1, 2026!  This C.O. Bigelow Collab Introduces the 188-Year-Old Pharmacy to a New Generation Abbode is taking over the Carolyn Bessette-Kennedy-approved shop for a month-long pop-up. https://fashionista.com/2026/05/co-bigelow-abbode-pop-up-carolyn-bessette-impact  The article highlights how a pop-up and renewed interest in C.O. Bigelow has been fueled by the cultural resurgence of Carolyn Bessette-Kennedy’s minimalist style, amplified by media and social buzz. This renewed attention has driven significant foot traffic and sales, showing how storytelling, nostalgia, and “quiet luxury” aesthetics can translate into real retail impact.   Q&A: Mayo Clinic leaders share strategies for managing high-cost drugs without breaking the bank | Asembia AXS26 Summit https://www.managedhealthcareexecutive.com/view/q-a-mayo-clinic-leaders-share-strategies-for-managing-high-cost-drugs-without-breaking-the-bank-asembia-axs26-summit Mayo Clinic leaders emphasize that managing high-cost drugs requires clear definitions, structured formulary review processes, and multidisciplinary collaboration to balance cost, access, and clinical value. They highlight the importance of evaluating safety, efficacy, financial impact, and site-of-care decisions together, while noting that non-340B systems face increasing pressure from rising costs and reimbursement constraints. Ultimately, success depends on stronger alignment between health systems, manufacturers, and payers to sustain access without compromising quality of care.  Where Gross-to-net Pressure Actually Lives After Launch Today’s guest post comes from Cindy Baksh, Chief Product Officer at ConnectiveRx. https://www.drugchannels.net/2026/05/where-gross-to-net-pressure-actually.html The article explains that “gross-to-net pressure” isn’t driven by a single factor, but by a combination of rebates, discounts, fees, and policy changes that continue to reshape how drug pricing actually works behind the scenes. As the industry shifts toward a “net pricing” model, traditional rebate-driven strategies are weakening, forcing manufacturers, PBMs, and pharmacies to rethink how value and profits are generated. Today's featured guest is Dr. Ndidiamaka Okpareke PharmD for Congress Dr. Ndidiamaka “Didi” Okpareke, PharmD, is a pharmacist, entrepreneur, and political candidate running for Congress in New Mexico’s 1st Congressional District. A first-generation Nigerian-American, she built her career in healthcare after graduating from the University of New Mexico College of Pharmacy and went on to found and lead a successful compounding pharmacy serving her community.  Motivated by nearly two decades of patient care experience, Okpareke entered the political arena to address challenges such as healthcare access, rising costs, and the shortage of providers in New Mexico. Running as a Republican, she emphasizes strengthening healthcare systems, supporting economic growth, and preserving opportunity for future generations, positioning herself as a community-focused leader bringing frontline healthcare insight into public policy.  This special episode highlights how TJM Labs is redefining pharmacy operations through AI-driven automation, bringing together insights from industry leaders Bhavesh Patel, PharmD—CEO of Carepoint Pharmacy—and Jonathan Adly, PharmD, MBA—CEO of TJM Labs. At the center of the conversation is how modern pharmacies are facing rising prescription volumes, staffing constraints, and increasing operational complexity, and why traditional manual workflows can no longer keep pace. TJM Labs addresses this challenge by deploying AI-powered “digital workers” that automate tasks like prescription intake, data entry, and patient communication—allowing pharmacy teams to shift their focus back to patient care and clinical decision-making.  Through the lens of both operator and innovator, the discussion explores how AI is not replacing pharmacy professionals, but augmenting them—reducing burnout, improving accuracy, and enabling scalable growth. With automation handling up to the majority of repetitive workload and delivering measurable ROI, TJM Labs represents a new model where technology and pharmacy expertise work together to create more efficient, patient-centered operations. 

Guests: Gil Bashe Chair Global Health and Purpose at FINN Partners Maya Hajizada Chief Revenue Officer at Rx2Go C. Daniel Mullins Professor at University of Maryland School of Pharmacy Mina G Yacoub PharmD BCPS Founder & CEO at Qik Productions

TWIRx News: The FDA plans to remove 12 peptide bulk drug substances from Category 2 of the Section 503A compounding list after their nominations were withdrawn. For compounders, the key issue is that this change does not automatically make compounding these substances permissible, leaving pharmacies exposed to ongoing regulatory uncertainty until the FDA makes further decisions. A nationwide Class II recall has been issued for Xanax XR 3 mg tablets in 60-count bottles, lot 8177156, after the product failed dissolution testing. Pharmacists should immediately locate and quarantine affected stock while reminding patients not to stop benzodiazepine therapy suddenly without direction from a healthcare provider. Community pharmacies are taking on a larger role in wound care by serving as an accessible first point of contact for patients with minor injuries. Pharmacists can help assess wounds, recommend appropriate over-the-counter treatment, watch for warning signs of complications, and refer patients for higher-level care when needed. Special sponsor interview with Allison Arant with Clearway Health.  Featured interview with  the World's Leading Innovation Theorist John Nosta Guests & sponsors of today's TWIRx, Perigon 360 Pharmacy with Chris Antypas PharmD and ed Mills  And a bonus interview with Dr. Andy Krut PharmD, on Psychedelics (e.g., LSD, psilocybin, DMT)

This Week in Pharmacy 04-10-2026 Sponsored by Outcomes and Independent Pharmacy Cooperative (IPC) On this episode of This Week in Pharmacy, we dig into another high-impact week across the profession with TWIRx news, practice transformation, oncology leadership, pediatric research innovation, and a look ahead to one of specialty pharmacy’s biggest gatherings of the year. This week’s episode is powered by our sponsors, Outcomes and Independent Pharmacy Cooperative (IPC), organizations continuing to support independent pharmacy innovation, patient engagement, and pharmacy performance. In the TWIRx News segment, we cover four important stories shaping the national conversation in pharmacy. First, we discuss the federal fraud case involving a Dearborn Heights pharmacy owner who pleaded guilty in a $1.9 million health care fraud scheme. According to the U.S. Department of Justice, Rabih Hamdan admitted to conspiring to submit false claims for prescription drugs that were either medically unnecessary or never actually dispensed, impacting Medicare, Medicaid, and Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan. Federal prosecutors say the fraudulent claims totaled at least $1.9 million over a five-year period. Next, we look at oncology pharmacy leadership through the lens of Amy Seung, who is stepping into the HOPA presidency during a period of rapid acceleration in cancer care. In Pharmacy Times, Seung describes a practice environment where new approvals, indications, toxicity data, and clinical questions are arriving weekly or even daily. She positions HOPA as a key bridge between emerging science and real-world implementation, with this year’s conference emphasizing bispecific therapies, real-world evidence, supportive care, and toxicity management. We also spotlight a powerful research update from the UNC Eshelman School of Pharmacy, where professor David Drewry and student researchers are advancing work on diffuse intrinsic pontine glioma (DIPG), an aggressive pediatric brain cancer with limited treatment options and an average life expectancy of about one year after diagnosis. The team is using an open-science model to accelerate discovery while keeping future therapies more affordable, and they are working with M4K Pharma to advance an ALK2 inhibitor toward a Phase 1 clinical trial. Finally, we feature a practice transformation story from Drug Topics: Gregg Jones, MBA, RPh, made the leap from corporate pharmacy leadership to launching Compass Core Pharmacy, described as Rhode Island’s first cost-plus pharmacy model. The cash-only model focuses on generics, uses AI-driven ordering, serves a growing veterinary segment with more than 1,400 pet prescriptions, and operates as a CLIA-waived pharmacy offering point-of-care testing. It is a compelling example of how pharmacists are reengineering care delivery outside the traditional reimbursement framework. We are also getting ready for Asembia 2026 in Las Vegas, where the Pharmacy Podcast Network will once again provide press coverage with support from Clearway Health. You can find us at booth 1805, where we’ll be capturing conversations that matter across specialty pharmacy, access, patient support, innovation, and care delivery. Our first featured interview is with Nick Baird, Director of Marketing with Outcomes, where we will explore the growing role of pharmacy engagement, patient activation, and value creation in community-based care. Our second interview features Dr. Jen Hammons, PharmD, DrPH, with Health Wagon, a vital community healthcare organization dedicated to serving medically underserved patients through an expanding network of care. In 2024 alone, Health Wagon served 7,291 unique patients through 21,615 patient encounters, supported by five mobile health units, three stationary clinic sites, a dental clinic, a vision clinic, and a pharmacy. Known for hosting one of the nation’s largest health outreach efforts of its kind, Health Wagon continues to expand its impact through the dedication of staff, volunteers, trustees, partners, donors, and supporters. Join us as we connect the week’s top headlines to the broader transformation underway in pharmacy practice, policy, specialty care, and community health. To learn more, follow the Pharmacy Podcast Network and stay connected as we head into Asembia 2026.

TWIRx – April 3, 2026 Co-Host: Jesse McCullough On today’s episode of This Week in Pharmacy – TWIRx, we welcome special co-host Jesse McCullough for a timely discussion focused on pharmacy innovation, compliance, advocacy, and the future of the profession. We begin with our featured sponsor segment presented by MatchRx, spotlighting two important voices in pharmacy technology and compliance. Johny Kello, CEO of MatchRx, joins the show alongside Riya Cao, CEO of LSPedia, for an important conversation centered on DSCSA readiness and the evolving world of pharmacy compliance. This discussion explores how pharmacies and supply chain stakeholders can better prepare for regulatory expectations, protect patients, and strengthen operational transparency through smarter compliance solutions. In the second half of the episode, we’re joined by Scott Brunner, CEO of the Alliance for Pharmacy Compounding (APC), for a recap of the Owner Summit 2026 and a look ahead at what’s developing on Capitol Hill. Scott shares insight into the policy landscape impacting pharmacy compounding, the priorities emerging from this year’s summit, and what pharmacy owners and industry leaders should be watching as legislative and regulatory conversations continue to evolve. This episode of TWIRx delivers a strong pulse on the profession—from compliance and interoperability to advocacy and the future of compounding pharmacy. Featured Guests: Johny Kello, CEO, MatchRx Riya Cao, CEO, LSPedia Scott Brunner, CEO, Alliance for Pharmacy Compounding (APC) Episode Topics: DSCSA and pharmacy compliance Supply chain visibility and readiness MatchRx and LSPedia collaboration in pharmacy compliance Owner Summit 2026 recap Capitol Hill updates impacting pharmacy compounding The future of compounding and pharmacy advocacy Sponsored by: MatchRx DSCSA Compliance and Compounding Leadership | TWIRx 

This episode is dedicated to the late Dr. Eric Geyer PharmD.  Feautured guest Chuck Melendi Disruptive Dialogue Special report from Bruce Kneeland Sponsored by TJM Labs and interview with Jonathan Adly This episode is sponsored by YARAL Pharma 

On this week’s This Week in Pharmacy (TWIRx), we explore how innovation, technology, and emerging therapies are reshaping pharmacy practice. From the growing influence of AI in medical information research, to the next generation of pharmacy management systems, and the expanding role of cell and gene therapies, this episode brings together industry leaders to discuss what’s next for pharmacy. Special thanks to this week’s sponsors Cardinal Health, Independent Pharmacy Cooperative (IPC), and Nested Knowledge for supporting the podcast. Segment 1 – AI & the Future of Medical Information with Nested Knowledge Nested Knowledge returns to TWIRx as we welcome back Keith Kallmes, Co-Founder of Nested Knowledge, for an update on how artificial intelligence is transforming the way healthcare professionals access and interpret medical information. Keith explains how AI-powered tools are improving evidence synthesis, systematic literature reviews, and clinical decision support, helping researchers and clinicians navigate the growing volume of medical literature while enabling faster, more reliable insights. Segment 2 – The Evolution of Pharmacy Management Systems with Outcomes Next, we’re joined by Lou Ann Myers from Outcomes to discuss how pharmacy management systems are evolving beyond traditional dispensing. Modern pharmacies require integrated technology connecting billing, treatment planning, clinical tracking, inventory management, and revenue-generating services. Lou Ann shares why these systems must support both clinical services and business sustainability as pharmacies expand into value-based care and new service models. Segment 3 – Emerging Therapies with Cardinal Health In our final segment, we welcome Dr. Fran Gregory, PharmD, Vice President of Emerging Therapies (Cell & Gene, Biosimilars) at Cardinal Health, to discuss one of the most transformative areas in healthcare. Dr. Gregory explores the growing impact of cell and gene therapies and biosimilars, and what these innovations mean for pharmacists, health systems, and specialty pharmacy providers as the industry prepares for new challenges in distribution, access, and reimbursement. About TWIRx (This Week in Pharmacy) TWIRx is the flagship news and commentary podcast from the Pharmacy Podcast Network, delivering weekly insights on the business, technology, and policy shaping the pharmacy profession.

Welcome to another episode of TWIRx – This Week in Pharmacy, where we break down the most important developments impacting the pharmacy profession. This week’s show features leaders from across community pharmacy, health systems, healthcare advocacy, and international patient engagement. From PBM reform to patient-centered care and health system growth in Western Pennsylvania, this episode brings together voices shaping the future of pharmacy. Sponsored by Sykes & Company, P.A. Accounting, tax strategy, and advisory services dedicated exclusively to independent pharmacy operators. Segment 1 Austin Murray Communications and Marketing Director – Sykes & Company, P.A. We kick off TWIRx with Austin Murray from Sykes & Company, discussing the NCPA Consumer Marketing Campaign designed to educate the public about the value of community pharmacies. Austin shares insights on: • The importance of telling the community pharmacy story directly to consumers • Why independent pharmacies remain essential healthcare access points • The evolving state of independent pharmacy nationwide • Continued momentum around PBM Reform • Strategic accounting and tax advantages pharmacy operators should understand in today’s challenging reimbursement environment Austin also explains how pharmacy-focused accounting firms like Sykes & Company help owners navigate reimbursement pressure, tax planning, and business strategy. Segment 2 Mark Duman Pharmacy 50 Award Winner – United Kingdom International healthcare thought leader Mark Duman joins TWIRx to discuss one of the most important principles in healthcare transformation: The patient must come first. Mark shares his perspective on: • Why healthcare systems must remain patient-centered • How pharmacy can lead the way in improving patient outcomes • Lessons learned from patient engagement initiatives in the UK healthcare system • Why meaningful healthcare innovation always begins by focusing on the patient experience Mark emphasizes that when healthcare professionals keep the patient as the constant focus, better pharmacy care and stronger health systems follow. Segment 3 Dr. Laura Mark, PharmD Vice President of Pharmacy – Allegheny Health Network Next, we welcome Dr. Laura Mark, Vice President of Pharmacy at Allegheny Health Network (AHN), who shares exciting news about new pharmacy operations facilities recently built in Butler County, Pennsylvania. Todd and Laura also reflect on their shared roots growing up in Butler County, while discussing how AHN is investing in the future of pharmacy. Topics include: • The new pharmacy operations infrastructure in Western Pennsylvania • How AHN is expanding pharmacy services across the Greater Pittsburgh region • The role of health system pharmacy in improving access to care • Strategic positioning for future healthcare growth and integration AHN continues to strengthen its pharmacy operations as a key component of coordinated patient care throughout the region. Segment 4 Eric Pusey Independent Pharmacy Owner – Pennsylvania Closing out this week’s episode, pharmacy owner Eric Pusey joins TWIRx to discuss the latest updates on PBM Reform in Pennsylvania. In 2024, Pennsylvania enacted Act 77, a landmark law aimed at increasing oversight and fairness in pharmacy benefit management. Eric explains how the law: • Grants new regulatory authority to the Pennsylvania Insurance Department • Restricts PBM patient steering to pharmacies owned or affiliated with benefit managers • Improves transparency requirements for PBM operations • Establishes payment protections intended to level the playing field for community pharmacies Patient steering practices have long limited competition and reduced patient choice. Eric shares why these reforms represent an important step toward protecting both patients and independent pharmacy providers across the Commonwealth. Listen & Subscribe Stay informed on the business, policy, and innovation shaping the pharmacy profession. Follow TWIRx – This Week in Pharmacy on the Pharmacy Podcast Network, featuring conversations with the leaders and advocates advancing pharmacy practice.

On this episode of This Week in Pharmacy, we spotlight two major conversations shaping the future of pharmacy practice in 2026. First, we welcome Dr. Lisa Faast, PharmD, founder of DiversifyRx, to discuss the Pharmacy Profit Summit 2026 and how independent pharmacies can strengthen margins, diversify revenue streams, and build sustainable growth models in today’s reimbursement environment. Then, we turn to Rare Disease Day 2026 with Richard Faris PharmD, Chief Commercial & Clinical Officer at and PANTHERx Rare, to discuss specialty pharmacy leadership, pharmacist impact, and new patient feedback data revealing communication gaps in rare disease care. Segment 1: Pharmacy Profit Summit 2026 Guest: Dr. Lisa Faast, PharmD | Founder, DiversifyRx Dr. Faast joins us to break down the vision behind Pharmacy Profit Summit 2026 — an event designed to equip pharmacy owners with practical strategies to increase profitability while maintaining clinical excellence. Key Topics Covered: • Why independent pharmacies must move beyond traditional dispensing revenue  • Diversification strategies including niche services and high-value offerings  • Real-world financial benchmarks pharmacy owners should track  • How mindset, leadership, and data discipline drive sustainable profitability  • The importance of collaboration and shared intelligence among pharmacy entrepreneurs The Pharmacy Profit Summit is not just about revenue — it’s about equipping pharmacy owners to compete intelligently in a rapidly consolidating healthcare market. Segment 2: Rare Disease Day 2026 Guest: Richard Faris, PharmD | PANTHERx Rare In recognition of Rare Disease Day 2026, we are honored to welcome Richard Ferris, PharmD, to discuss the critical role pharmacists play in specialty pharmacy and rare disease care. PantherRx recently released survey findings examining patient and caregiver experiences within rare disease treatment journeys. Key Study Highlights: • 90% of patients and caregivers report delays due to communication gaps  • 68% report waiting for updates from providers, pharmacies, or insurers  • 90% say they manage the care process themselves  • 72% desire a dedicated care coordinator  • 73% agree it is unclear who is responsible for coordinating rare disease care Despite advances in specialty therapeutics, patients are still asking for the fundamentals: clear communication, coordinated care, and personalized support. Richard discusses: • The growing importance of specialty pharmacists as care coordinators  • Why rare disease patients often feel burdened by system fragmentation  • How specialty pharmacy can close communication gaps  • The need for pharmacist-led continuity in complex therapy management Rare Disease Day reminds us that specialty pharmacy is not only about high-cost medications — it is about human connection, long-term coordination, and advocacy for patients navigating some of the most complex clinical journeys in healthcare.  From business sustainability to patient-centered specialty care, this episode reinforces two realities: Pharmacy must remain financially strong to survive. Pharmacists must remain clinically present to lead. As the profession evolves, profitability and patient advocacy are not opposing forces — they are interdependent pillars of pharmacy’s future. Listen now and join the conversation shaping Pharmacy in 2026.

LTC Rx at Home: Logistics & Advocacy | TWIRx Rx4Route is a specialized pharmacy delivery management platform and software designed to optimize prescription delivery for pharmacies. It integrates with existing systems to provide real-time tracking, AI-powered route optimization, HIPAA-compliant proof of delivery, and driver management tools. It aims to reduce delivery costs and improve efficiency. Doni Sattarov with Rx4Route Rx4Route.com   Kristen Hutchison - Health Policy and Patient Advocacy As a seasoned medical technical writer and chronic illness patient advocate, I meticulously translate intricate medical information into succinct content tailored for diverse audiences, including engineers, clinicians, educators, and advocacy groups. https://www.khutchison.com/

TWIRx – This Week in Pharmacy Episode Date: February 13, 2026 Valentine’s Day Special 💘 This week on TWIRx, hosts Stephen Beckman, PharmD and Todd Eury break down the biggest headlines shaping pharmacy, from workforce trends to policy updates and innovation. 💕 Valentine’s Feature: TogetheRx – A Pharmacy Love Story In celebration of Valentine’s Day, we welcome Drs. Mark and Gretchen Garofoli, PharmD, a pharmacy power couple who met at the University of Pittsburgh School of Pharmacy and have built a life and career TogetheRx. Their journey includes raising a family, leading in pharmacy advocacy, podcasting, academic work with WVU School of Pharmacy, and operating a community pharmacy near Morgantown, WV. 🧪 Love Potion Segment: A Historical Rx Dr. Mark Fulton, PharmD, host of the RxTales Podcast, joins the show to explore the surprising history of “love potions” and how folklore intersects with early pharmacy and medicine. 🚀 Innovation Spotlight: RxTransfer & Interoperability We close with Pharmacy 50 Award Winner Alumni 2025, Dr. Lawrence King, PharmD, VP of Product Innovation at Surescripts, discussing RxTransfer, prescription interoperability, and how technology is modernizing pharmacy workflow and patient safety. ❤️ From love stories to pharmacy innovation, this Valentine’s edition celebrates the profession from the heart. Subscribe, listen, and share as we head into Valentine’s Day 2026.  

 Independent pharmacies are dispensing more prescriptions than ever—but too many are seeing their profits shrink month after month. In this episode of This Week in Pharmacy, hosts Todd Eury and CEO of MatchRx Johny Kello sit down with Saeed Dinno Director of Pharmacy for a group of independent pharmacies in MI. For a practical, plain-English breakdown of one of the most overlooked metrics impacting pharmacy profitability: GCR, let's dive into this! This episode isn’t about policy debates, compliance theory, or vendor hype. It’s a real-world conversation designed to help pharmacy owners, managers, and buyers understand how everyday sourcing and dispensing behaviors directly influence margin—often without anyone realizing it. Saeed explains what GCR actually measures, what it does not measure, and why two pharmacies filling the exact same prescription can end up with completely different financial outcomes. From convenience buying and emergency orders that become routine, to default NDC selection and a disconnect between the buyer and the bench, the episode highlights the subtle habits that quietly erode profitability over time. More importantly, the conversation delivers actionable steps pharmacies can implement immediately. Saeed outlines the core disciplines that improve performance—smarter buying strategy, better alignment between purchasing and dispensing, and simple operational guardrails that don’t slow workflow. The focus is not on “working harder,” but on working differently. The episode closes with a clear, clip-worthy takeaway: one specific action pharmacy leaders can take this month to start moving the needle. If you’ve ever wondered why your pharmacy is busy but the numbers don’t reflect it, this is an episode you’ll want to listen to twice—and put into practice the very next day. Second segment of TWIRx is with Jonathan Adly, CEO of TJM Labs, to discuss his powerful new book, The Innovative Pharmacy: How to Build an 8-Figure Pharmacy One Idea at a Time. At a time when independent pharmacies are being squeezed by rising labor costs, shrinking reimbursements, and increasing operational complexity, Adly delivers a refreshing message: success is still possible—but it requires innovation, clarity, and execution. Jonathan shares why this book is not a “one-size-fits-all” business blueprint, but a collection of real-world frameworks inspired by hundreds of high-performing pharmacies across the U.S. and Canada. We explore the principles behind sustainable growth, including identifying your ideal customer, building scalable systems through automation, simplifying operations, and playing offense when the math works. This conversation is a call to action for pharmacy leaders ready to build smarter, faster, and stronger—one bold idea at a time. This episode of TWIRx is sponsored by MatchRx, TJM Labs, Independent Pharmacy Cooperative (IPC) and Sykes & Company. 

TWIRx – January 30 | Special Guest: Marc Essensa, CEO of IPC On this episode of This Week in Pharmacy, we welcome Marc Essensa, President and CEO of the Independent Pharmacy Cooperative (IPC), to discuss timely strategies and resources helping independent pharmacies strengthen their businesses in today’s challenging environment. Building Your Independent Pharmacy Business Marc shares insights on navigating reimbursement pressure, improving margins, and leveraging IPC’s purchasing power, data, and strategic tools to support long-term sustainability. The Payment Card Settlement: A Practical Guide We break down IPC’s guidance on the Payment Card Interchange Fee Settlement, which may allow pharmacies that accepted Visa or Mastercard between 2004–2019 to recover funds. Marc explains eligibility, next steps, and how recovered dollars can support cash flow, staffing, technology, or inventory investments. IPC Member Support Services The conversation highlights IPC’s expanded member support offerings, including business consulting, strategic partnerships, wholesale access, and operational resources designed to help independents stay competitive. Legislative & Advocacy Updates Marc also provides updates on IPC’s advocacy efforts at both the state and federal levels, focused on protecting independent pharmacy interests and addressing ongoing policy and reimbursement challenges. 🔗 Resource Mentioned The Payment Card Settlement: A Practical Guide – IPC https://www.ipcrx.com/pharmacy-blog/news/the-payment-card-settlement-a-practical-guide/ Special guest:  Sakhi Gaurang Patel is a trailblazing PharmD candidate at the UC Irvine School of Pharmacy & Pharmaceutical Sciences and a co-founder of the startup CuraVoice. Recognized for her work in healthcare equity, mentorship, and educational technology, she focuses on improving patient communication and reducing health disparities. Featured Guest: Dr. Jenny Newlon, PharmD — Researcher and Pharmacist with Birth Control Pharmacist In this episode of This Week in Pharmacy, we sit down with Dr. Jenny Newlon to explore how pharmacist consultants, health clinics, and independent pharmacies can build high-value contraception services that meet urgent community needs. We discuss practical strategies for delivering accessible birth control care—especially in areas that have lost Planned Parenthood centers—while creating new revenue models outside the constraints of traditional PBM reimbursement. Dr. Newlon breaks down: How pharmacies can implement contraception services—even with limited staff or clinical infrastructure Ways to deliver value to patients and communities through education, access, and continuity of care Forward-thinking business models that diversify revenue beyond dispensing Tune in to learn how independent pharmacy teams can lead with care, expand women’s health access, and strengthen their role as trusted healthcare providers. Today's "This Week in Pharmacy" is sponsored by Independent Pharmacy Cooperative (IPC)

In this episode of This Week in Pharmacy, we explore how the Pharmacy Podcast Network (PPN) is deepening connections across healthcare by elevating pharmacists’ voices in the conversations that matter most. Inspired by the recent partnership between podcasting giant PodcastOne and the AI-driven analytics platform Listener, we highlight how PPN is using the same type of advanced engagement metrics—combining podcast listener data, social media signals, and network insights—to measure true influence, not just downloads.  With Listener’s powerful data, PPN can now identify where pharmacists are making the greatest impact and uncover new opportunities to expand pharmacist positioning with other providers, industry leaders, and the public. Plus, Todd sits down one-on-one with Kris Rhea of Pharmacy Market Place for an insightful conversation on AI in pharmacy—exploring how artificial intelligence is shaping workflow, clinical decision-making, business operations, and what pharmacists need to know to stay ahead in a rapidly changing healthcare landscape.

🎙️ This Week in Pharmacy (TWIRx) — January 9, 2026 Welcome to TWIRx — This Week in Pharmacy! I’m your host Todd Eury, and today’s episode is sponsored by YARAL Pharma, a generics company committed to “Doing Things Differently”—with a human-centered, untraditional approach that’s redefining relationships between industry and pharmacy practice.  ✅ Today’s Sponsor: YARAL Pharma YARAL Pharma is committed to innovation, partnership, and supporting pharmacists at the front lines—especially as healthcare continues to restructure and the role of the pharmacist becomes more essential than ever. Their mission to Do Things Differently is more than a slogan—it’s a commitment to reshaping what a generics company can stand for in today’s healthcare marketplace.  📰 This Week in Pharmacy — News 1) Amazon Pharmacy to Offer Novo Nordisk’s Wegovy Pill Nationwide Amazon Pharmacy is now offering Novo Nordisk’s newly FDA-approved Wegovy pill, making the weight-loss medication available nationwide through both insurance coverage and cash-pay options. This move continues Amazon’s expansion into digital healthcare access—bringing blockbuster GLP-1 therapies directly to consumers and increasing competition among major pharmacy providers. https://www.mobihealthnews.com/news/amazon-pharmacy-offer-novo-nordisks-wegovy-pill 2) Dr. David Pope: AI, Online Pharmacies, and Why the Neighborhood Pharmacist Still Wins Trust In a must-read guest column, Dr. David Pope argues that while AI and online pharmacy services are rapidly surging, the community pharmacist remains one of the most trusted healthcare professionals in America. He points to how pharmacy deserts, increasing reimbursement pressure, and policy reform will reshape pharmacy in 2026—and why the profession’s future will depend on protecting and empowering local pharmacy care. https://drugstorenews.com/ai-and-online-pharmacy-surge-neighborhood-pharmacist-remains-most-trusted  3) Pharmacist Leadership Spotlight: Illuminate Rx Names Ritu Malhotra, PharmD, as President Illuminate Rx announced the appointment of Ritu Malhotra, PharmD, as its new President, reinforcing the growing trend of pharmacists stepping into leadership roles across pharmacy benefits and PBM reform. With decades of experience modernizing healthcare and pharmacy benefit strategy, Malhotra’s appointment signals Illuminate Rx’s focus on improving transparency and clarity in pharmacy benefits management. https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/illuminate-rx-appoints-industry-veteran-ritu-malhotra-pharmd-as-president-to-advance-clarity-in-pharmacy-benefits-302657441.html 4) Viatris Exec David Marin Named New CEO of PCMA The Pharmaceutical Care Management Association (PCMA)—the leading PBM trade group—has named David Marin, previously Head of Global Government Affairs & Public Policy at Viatris, as its next President and CEO effective January 30, 2026. His selection comes at a pivotal time as PBMs face rising scrutiny and intensifying policy pressure nationwide. https://www.healthcaredive.com/news/pcma-names-new-ceo-david-marin/809158/  🎤 Interviews & Segments ⭐ Segment 1 — Special Sponsor Interview Stephen Beckman, CEO of YARAL Pharma We kick off TWIRx with a special conversation featuring Stephen Beckman, CEO of YARAL Pharma, exploring what 2026 has in store for pharmacy and healthcare. We discuss the Pharmacy 50 Awards, the importance of honoring leadership across the profession, and why supporting pharmacists right now—during one of the most fragile and transformative moments in U.S. healthcare—is absolutely critical. ⭐ Featured Interview — Pennsylvania State Representative Rep. Charity Grimm Krupa — 51st Legislative District Today’s featured interview is with State Representative Charity Grimm Krupa, who represents Pennsylvania’s 51st Legislative District in the House of Representatives. We discuss real healthcare issues impacting Pennsylvanians—including medical cannabis, small business healthcare benefit strategies, and why it’s essential for healthcare professionals to stay connected with their state lawmakers. Rep. Krupa also shares why every citizen should aim to communicate with their own representatives at least once per year. ⭐ Segment 2 — Clinical & Policy Spotlight Dr. Sally Rafie, PharmD — “The Birth Control Pharmacist” In our second segment, we welcome Dr. Sally Rafie, PharmD, nationally known as the “Birth Control Pharmacist.” Dr. Rafie is a clinical pharmacist specialist at UC San Diego Health and an assistant clinical professor at the UC San Diego Skaggs School of Pharmacy, widely recognized for advancing pharmacists’ role in reproductive health care. She is also the founder of Birth Control Pharmacist, an education and training company that equips pharmacists and healthcare teams to prescribe and deliver contraception care through evidence-based resources, clinical updates, and advocacy support—helping expand access to contraception through pharmacies nationwide. 🔔 Closing That wraps up this week’s episode of This Week in Pharmacy. Thanks for tuning in—and thank you again to YARAL Pharma for sponsoring today’s TWIRx. If you enjoyed today’s episode, please share it with a fellow pharmacist, leave a review, and stay connected as we continue to cover the stories shaping the pharmacy profession. See you next week on TWIRx when we celebrate the "50 Most Influential People in Pharmacy" Awards LIVE!! 

Happy New Year 2026 | TWIRx    Happy New Year to our listeners, our hosts, our sponsors, and all of our supporters, Happy New Year to a PROSPEROUS 2026. We're joined by CEO of YARAL Pharma, Stephen Beckman to talk about the coming challenges in pharmacy and how pharmaceutical manufacturing can become a stronger ally to the pharmacist and the pharmacy profession. New from Pharmacy Times, Tradipitant Becomes First Treatment Approved for Vomiting Due to Motion Sickness in 4 Decades. News from Drug Topics, Pharmacists Can Use Social Media for Professional, Educational Advancement News from Signal Akron, PPRx: A local pharmacy supporting reproductive health care in Ohio Check out GetPRISMRx.com for more information how to build your own contraception patient treatment program, with this new tech!!  #Pharmacy 50 Awards coming to TWIRx January 16th, 2PM LIVE

Up first, Inspirogene-by-McKesson with Joe DePinto   InspiroGene" is a dedicated business unit launched by McKesson in October 2024, focused solely on supporting the commercialization of cell and gene therapies (CGTs). It leverages McKesson's expertise in supply chain, logistics, and specialty pharmacy to help manufacturers, payers, and providers navigate the complex CGT landscape. https://www.mckesson.com/business-solutions/our-businesses/inspirogene-by-mckesson/ Our featured interview: Sponsored by MatchRX The TrumpRx Playbook for Independent Pharmacies CEO of MatchRx Johny Kello co-hosts with Todd Eury featuring our guest speaker, Dae Lee, Pharm.D., Esq., CPBS. Dae is a pharmacist-attorney and a Shareholder in the FDA & Biotechnology practice at Buchanan Ingersoll & Rooney. What makes Dae especially valuable for this conversation is that he’s not just reading policy from 30,000 feet — he represents pharmacies every day in high-stakes fights with PBMs, from audits and reimbursement disputes to network suspensions and terminations. So, when we talk about TrumpRx — how it works, what it could break, and what independents should do next — Dae can translate the legal and contracting reality into real-world consequences behind the counter. Connect with MatchRX: MatchRX.com Special Message from Greg Reybold with APCI, update of the "Pharmacists Fight Back Act" Connect with Greg: https://www.apcinet.com/ Next, we talk with Dr. Jessica Daley PharmD Fractional Supply Chain and Operations Executive, with Pharma Logistics, we dicuss drug shortages and strategies for 2026. Connect with Jessica: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jessicaldaley/ Last interview, a suprise message from International Pharmacy 50 Pharmacist & Author Katrina Azer, announcing her new book  https://www.katrinaazer.com/#books

Segment 1: The Hidden Lender in America’s Drug Supply Chain Guests: Antonio Ciaccia, President, 3 Axis Advisors Alec Ginsberg, Founder, The Drugstore Cowboy Building on Alec Ginsberg’s investigative article, “The Hidden Lender in America’s Drug Supply Chain,” this discussion exposes how capital flows, credit structures, and opaque financial relationships influence pharmacy viability. Ciaccia and Ginsberg break down what independent pharmacists need to understand about who truly controls leverage in the system—and why transparency matters more than ever. Segment 2: How AI Is Transforming Pharmacy Operations Guests: Harry Travis, BS Pharm, MBA, President, The Travis Group Amanda Awe, PharmD, Clinical Product Consultant, Curatio Advisors Artificial intelligence is no longer theoretical in pharmacy—it’s operational. This segment explores how AI is being deployed today to improve workflow efficiency, clinical decision-making, and patient engagement, while addressing the real-world challenges of adoption. Inside the Forces Reshaping America’s Drug Supply Chain | TWIRx    Thanks to NimbleRx, PRISM by OvaryIT, and Sykes & Company for sponsorsing today's show

 This Week in Pharmacy – Friday, December 5th Strengthening the Pharmacy Workforce: A Conversation with Crystal Lennartz Cutting Through the AI Confusion: Shaun Jensen on Smarter Pharmacy Operations The New 340B Reality: Allison Arant on Navigating HRSA’s Rebate Model Welcome to another episode of This Week in Pharmacy, where we bring together the most important conversations, industry insights, and breaking pharmacy news shaping the future of healthcare. Today’s show features a powerhouse lineup of leaders driving innovation across retail pharmacy, technology, consulting, and 340B health-system strategy. 🟦 Segment 1 — Interview with Crystal Lennartz, President of Health Mart & Health Mart Atlas We open the show with a conversation with Crystal Lennartz, President of Health Mart and Health Mart Atlas, about the evolving role of workforce management in independent pharmacies.  📰 TWIRx News — Friday, December 5th A fast roundup of the top stories impacting pharmacy this week: 👉 Humana Exploring Partnership with Mark Cuban Humana is reportedly in discussions with Mark Cuban to explore a potential pharmacy partnership that could disrupt traditional PBM and drug-supply models. The collaboration may reshape how medications are priced and accessed—another sign that alternative pharmacy models are gaining traction. 👉 New Migraine Therapy: Symbravo Pharmacists should be aware of Symbravo, a new dual-action migraine therapy combining meloxicam and rizatriptan. Importantly, the product is non-substitutable, meaning pharmacies must dispense exactly as written. The therapy adds a new tool for acute migraine care but requires careful patient counseling on cardiovascular risks, medication-overuse headaches, and NSAID interactions. 👉 Walgreens Expands Automated Fulfillment Centers Walgreens continues restructuring by expanding its automated micro-fulfillment pharmacy network. Robots are now filling a growing percentage of maintenance prescriptions, allowing pharmacists to refocus on clinical services. The move signals accelerating automation across retail pharmacy as chains seek cost savings and operational efficiency. 🟦 Segment 2 — Interview with Shaun Jensen, CEO of JB Consulting Group Next, we speak with Shaun Jensen, CEO of JB Consulting Group, about the rising confusion many pharmacy operators face around AI adoption. We discuss: Where AI adds true efficiency versus where it’s misunderstood Practical steps for pharmacy owners to implement AI tools How data-driven automation can improve workflow, inventory, prior authorizations, and patient communication The mindset shift required for pharmacies to thrive in an AI-supported future 🟦 Segment 3 — Interview with Allison Arant, SVP of Client Development & Marketing, Clearway Health Our final interview is with Allison Arant from Clearway Health, focusing on the new challenges hospital systems face as HRSA launches the 340B rebate model. Key discussion points: How the rebate model changes operational and financial dynamics for 340B hospitals Why safety-net hospitals caring for large uninsured and underinsured populations are feeling heightened pressure Strategies Clearway Health is deploying to help health systems navigate rising medication costs, compliance demands, and shrinking margins What health-system pharmacies must prepare for heading into 2026 This week’s conversations underscored a unifying theme: the pharmacy industry is entering a period of rapid transformation, driven by new reimbursement models, automation, innovation partnerships, and evolving expectations from both patients and payers. Independent pharmacies, health systems, and specialty operators all face challenges—but also significant opportunities for reinvention, collaboration, and leadership. Thank you for tuning in to This Week in Pharmacy. Stay informed, stay inspired, and keep pushing our profession forward.   Walgreens doubles down on automation to reshape pharmacy operations. The retail pharmacy giant is dramatically expanding its network of robot-powered micro-fulfillment centers (MFCs) — facilities that dispense maintenance medications for chronic conditions like diabetes and hypertension. The goal: serve 5,000+ stores by the end of the year, up from earlier coverage of around 4,800 stores. https://chainstoreage.com/news-briefs/2025-12-05?article=walgreens-expands-automated-pharmacy-fulfillment-network New migraine therapy raises key practice questions for pharmacists. Symbravo — a fixed-dose oral tablet combining meloxicam (an NSAID) and rizatriptan (a triptan) — has been approved for the acute treatment of migraine with or without aura, offering a dual-mechanism option targeting both inflammation and serotonin-mediated pathways.  Pharmacists now play a critical role: they must identify patients at risk for medication-overuse headaches, screen for contraindications (e.g., cardiovascular disease, GI risk, or NSAID/triptan interactions), and advocate for comprehensive migraine management beyond just pain relief — including lifestyle adjustments and referrals when needed. https://www.pharmacytimes.com/view/what-pharmacists-should-know-about-symbravo-s-role-and-non-substitutability-in-migraine-care  Humana is reportedly working with Mark Cuban on a potential pharmacy partnership — a development that could shake up how prescriptions are delivered and disrupt traditional middle-man models.  The collaboration would leverage Cuban’s innovative approach to drug pricing and distribution, potentially creating a new channel for medication access that bypasses traditional pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs) and large-chain dispensaries. If executed, the partnership could increase competitive pressure on legacy players and reshape the pharmacy supply chain.  For independent pharmacies and pharmacy leaders, this signals a possible shift in how drugs are sourced, priced, and distributed — highlighting the growing influence of alternative pharmacy models and urging traditional pharmacies to adapt or risk being left behind. https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2025-12-04/humana-working-with-mark-cuban-on-potential-pharmacy-partnership   Washington, DC there's a whole bunch of pharmacy people meeting up to rollout the Pharmacists Fight Back Act (PFBA)! If you want to go, LISTEN UP!! You’ll be joining pharmacists and pharmacy owners from more than 17 states, all calling for meaningful pharmacy reimbursement reform NOW. Your presence at the news conference will send a strong message to your Congressional Delegate: "we’re serious about passing legislation that protects and keeps pharmacies in business."  The news conference is scheduled for Thursday, December 11th at 9:30 AM on the Capitol Hill lawn. Meet up with "Pharmacists United for Truth and Transparency".   Check out TRUTH RX dot org. We put a link in today's show notes. Check it out or reach out to Todd on LinkedIn. TruthRx.org    The New Pharmacy Playbook: Workforce Strength, AI Clarity, and 340B Reform | TWIRx 

We Give Thanks to You in Pharmacy | TWIRx  Welcome to This Week in Pharmacy for November 28th! We hope you all had a wonderful Thanksgiving, and as we roll into Black Friday, we want to take a moment to express something truly important: our gratitude. At the Pharmacy Podcast Network, we are incredibly thankful for the pharmacists, pharmacy technicians, and pharmacy teams who show up every day for their communities. You are the medication experts, the problem-solvers, the late-night troubleshooters, the vaccine champions, the trusted faces behind the counter, and the advocates who keep patient care moving—often without enough recognition. To every pharmacist and pharmacy technician working long hours, covering holiday shifts, managing medication shortages, answering tough questions, and supporting patients with compassion: Thank you. Your commitment keeps the healthcare system steady, especially during the busiest times of the year. From all of us at the Pharmacy Podcast Network, we appreciate you, we support you, and we’re honored to share your stories. Happy Thanksgiving—and welcome to This Week in Pharmacy. TWIRx News November 28, 2025 Pharmacy Times  Fun Fact: Coffee Could Reduce Feelings of Depression https://www.pharmacytimes.com/view/fun-fact-coffee-could-reduce-feelings-of-depression Saving Advice article “Unmask The Lie: The Reason Your Local Pharmacy Always Runs Out Of Meds” https://www.savingadvice.com/articles/2025/11/28/10442667_unmask-the-lie-the-reason-your-local-pharmacy-always-runs-out-of-meds.html  Could dedicated pharmacists help improve neonatal care’s medicines safety problem? https://pharmaceutical-journal.com/article/feature/could-dedicated-pharmacists-help-improve-neonatal-cares-medicines-safety-problem    On Today's "This Week in Pharmacy" we're welcoming back Pharmacist and Kelli Stovall, RPh EMBA, Vice President of Pharmacy Services and Clinical Programs with IPC. Kelli and I talk about preparing for a more profitable 2026 with several ideas to build new non-PBM revenues with patient services needed throughout communities threatened by 'pharmacy deserts'.  Next, a special feature interview with Myra Ahmad, MD. CEO & Founder of Mochi Health. Mochi Health is a telehealth company offering comprehensive virtual obesity and weight-management services. Through its platform, patients connect with board-certified physicians, nurse practitioners, and registered dietitians to receive personalized treatment plans tailored to their unique body, lifestyle, and health goals.  Mochi Health emphasizes that weight is not a moral failing, but a complex health issue — and their care is non-judgmental and supportive.  Clients can access evidence-based medication options (including GLP-1 receptor agonists), nutrition guidance, and ongoing support — often virtually from home.  The company aims to make obesity care more accessible, affordable, and personalized than traditional in-person clinics.    SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT on "This Week in Pharmacy" November 28th 2025, the Legacy Pharmacy Group (LPG) has announced that CEO Ritesh Shah, RPh has been appointed to Governor-Elect Mikie Sherrill’s Transition Task Force in New Jersey. This appointment highlights Shah’s longstanding leadership in independent pharmacy and his commitment to strengthening community-based healthcare across the state. Shah will focus on advocating for independent pharmacies, improving transparency in Pharmacy Benefit Manager (PBM) operations, and promoting policies that ensure community pharmacies remain viable, accessible healthcare resources. His priorities on the task force include: Protecting and strengthening independent pharmacies statewide Ensuring fairness, transparency, and accountability in PBM practices Expanding access and reducing barriers to care, particularly for underserved populations Legacy Pharmacy Group Founder and Pharmacist, Jay Dhaduk, emphasized the importance of having informed pharmacy leadership at the policy level and celebrated Shah’s appointment as critical to the long-term sustainability of independent pharmacies.   The release also highlights LPG’s role as the tri-state area’s largest group purchasing organization, supporting more than 720 independent pharmacy members with programs, services, and advocacy to help them thrive.   Thank you to IPC and YARAL Pharma for sponsoring today's TWIRx  Du2SXEoupKHwm2ROh5lf 

On "This Week in Pharmacy" #TWIRx TWIRx NEWS This Week in Pharmacy News – A trio of developments highlight major shifts and ongoing challenges in pharmacy care: Fruth Pharmacy, a 73-year-old family-owned regional pharmacy chain in West Virginia and Ohio, has been acquired by Walgreens Boots Alliance, with transfer of prescription files and inventory from 16 stores planned for December 3 — the deal underscores how legacy community pharmacies are increasingly consolidating to survive pressure from reimbursement and PBM models. - from Mass Market Retailers https://lnkd.in/emKagG9v At UNC Eshelman School of Pharmacy, the Postgraduate Year One Community-based Pharmacy Residency Program is celebrating 25 years, having trained 163 residents who serve in community pharmacies across North Carolina. With 95 % of Americans living within five miles of a pharmacy, the program emphasizes the critical role of community pharmacists in rural and underserved areas. https://lnkd.in/e-Gk5bkr A new commentary from Those Nerdy Girls draws attention to the growing crisis of “pharmacy deserts” — areas lacking accessible pharmacies — and links closures of independent and chain pharmacies (nearly 1 in 3 since 2010) with inequities in care for rural, Black and Latino-majority neighborhoods. The piece calls for PBM reform, policy action and community engagement to preserve pharmacy access. https://lnkd.in/ezxmdRfb Featured Sponsor today: MatchRX presents: Understanding #DSCSA and the Road to 2026 Special Guest: Ilisa Bernstein PharmD, JD CEO & Co-founder Johny Kello with MatchRX Johny welcomes one of the "50 Most Influential People in Pharmacy", Ilisa B.G. Bernstein, PharmD, JD, to break down the current state of DSCSA compliance as the industry approaches the critical November 2025 enforcement deadline. With decades of leadership in pharmacy practice, regulatory policy, and national advocacy, Dr. Bernstein brings unmatched clarity to what pharmacies must do now — and how the right technology partnerships can keep them operational, efficient, and fully compliant. Learn more: https://www.matchrx.com/ Featured Guest: Dr. Dr. Jordyn Nordé, PharmD, MBA is a forward-thinking clinical hashtag#pharmacist and community leader based in St. Louis who combines advanced clinical training with business acumen to drive impact in underserved populations. With experience in ambulatory care and medication management for conditions like hypertension, diabetes and pain, she is also the founder of an initiative bringing minority pharmacy professionals together through mentorship, entrepreneurship and wellness conversations. Her dual credentials enable her to bridge healthcare, professional development and advocacy — positioning her as an emerging influencer in pharmacy practice transformation.   Du2SXEoupKHwm2ROh5lf

Special Feature:    Andrew Crawford, Vice President at Keysource talks with TWIRx host Todd Eury about the direct to patient market (Direct to Consumer, DTC) expected to hit $21 billion this year. Pharmacy is evolving fast. When DTC brands move in, pharmacies have a choice...compete or collaborate. Some manufacturers are selling directly to patients at discounted cash prices and cutting out traditional intermediaries. The model is projected to grow 9% a year through 2030, with pharma support services expected to nearly double from $3.2B to $5.7B by 2030.  Driven by cost pressure and new legislation, manufacturers are moving quickly. It is creating more transparency but patients still need guidance, trust, and human care. Pharmacy is being redefined as the bridge that keeps care personal, safe, and local. It is not being replaced, but what will it look like in 10 years? TWIRx News:    Pharmacy student shot, killed by friend who became paranoid after they smoked pot together, documents say - from WMTV/Gray News  https://www.wowt.com/2025/11/11/pharmacy-student-shot-killed-by-friend-who-became-paranoid-after-they-smoked-pot-together-documents-say/  Why Guardian Pharmacy Services Stock Was on a Tear Tuesday - by Motley Fool / Yahoo Finance  https://finance.yahoo.com/news/why-guardian-pharmacy-services-stock-202435130.html Metformin May Diminish the Cardiometabolic Benefits of Exercise https://www.pharmacytimes.com/view/metformin-may-diminish-the-cardiometabolic-benefits-of-exercise Today's TWIRx is sponsored by YARAL Pharma & SureCost  

This Week in Pharmacy - November 7, 2025 TWIRx News: First up, Binghamton University School of Pharmacy holds emergency management simulation, VCU Health pharmacies expand access through new home delivery options, and Lilly and U.S. government agree to expand access to obesity medicines to millions of Americans.  Our special guest line up on TWIRx:   Amantha Bagdon - CEO of RxPost  PGX Pharmacist's Protection of Patients with Dr. Melissa Smith PharmD Arkansas HB 1150 TO PROHIBIT A PHARMACY BENEFITS MANAGER FROM OBTAINING CERTAIN PHARMACY PERMITS. with John Vinson CEO of the Arkansas Pharmacy Association & Greg Reybold with APCI  4th Generation Pharmacy Owner C.O. Bigelow (the oldest Apothecary in America) the Drugstore Cowboy, Alec Gingsberg PharmD Thank you to our sponsors:  Independent Pharmacy Cooperative (IPC) Yaral Pharma  SureCost The Drugstore Cowboy Rides Again: PBM Reform in Arkansas & PGx Safeguards for Xeloda Patients | TWIRx

TWIRx in the WORKS!!!  Welcome back to This Week in Pharmacy (TWIRx) — your weekly deep dive into the most important pharmacy news, innovations, and conversations shaping healthcare. In this episode, host Todd Eury brings you stories that move from data to impact, exploring how pharmacists are driving change through knowledge, leadership, and advocacy. 🗞️ TWIRx News Roundup Wrapping up IDWeek 2025 with the latest insights from Pharmacy Practice News and more breaking updates across the profession: 💊 How Well Are You Using Fetroja? Understanding appropriate use of cefiderocol and antibiotic resistance challenges. 🔗 Read at Pharmacy Practice News ⚕️ AFPs Affect Access to Specialty Medications Learn how alternative funding programs are impacting patient access and specialty care. 🔗 Read at Specialty Pharmacy Continuum 🚨 FDA Recall Alert Drug makers recall a blood pressure medicine tainted with a cancer-causing chemical. 🔗 Read the full story via AP News 🧠 Meeting Patients Where They Are How pharmacists are supporting patients managing schizophrenia treatment adherence. 🔗 Read at Pharmacy Times 🎤 Featured Guest: Keith Kallmes President, Nested Knowledge A deep conversation on how Nested Knowledge is transforming the way clinical data becomes actionable insights for healthcare decision-makers. Connect with Keith on LinkedIn 🧬 Today’s TWIRx is sponsored by Nested Knowledge — advancing research automation and evidence synthesis to accelerate medical innovation. 💪 31-Day Pharmacist Challenge A huge thank you to Dr. Jesse McCullough, PharmD — Founder of Keystone Pharmacy Insights — for inspiring the pharmacy community through the 31-Day Pharmacist Challenge during Pharmacist Month! Connect with Jesse on LinkedIn Join his Leadership Community for Pharmacists on SKOOL 🔥 Bonus Guest: Matthew Zachary Principal, Matthew Zachary Worldwide The outspoken healthcare advocate returns to rage against the PBM Mafia, shining a light on the broken business models of the “Big 3” PBMs. Shout-out to Mark Cuban Cost Plus Drugs for disrupting the system and fighting for transparency and affordability for patients everywhere. 📢 Subscribe & Connect Stay tuned to This Week in Pharmacy (TWIRx) for the most relevant stories, data insights, and voices advancing the future of pharmacy care. Follow the Pharmacy Podcast Network on: 🌐 PharmacyPodcast.com 🔗 LinkedIn | X | YouTube | Spotify | Apple Podcasts    Data to Impact: Nested Knowledge & the 31-Day Pharmacist Challenge | TWIRx

Access, Advocacy & Appreciation: The Heart of Pharmacy in Motion --it's time to #TWIRx on October 24th, 2025, it's FRIDAY!! Up first is TWIRx News: From Pharmacy Times, Lynkuet Access Program Aims to Help Women Save on Neurokinin-Targeted Therapy. https://lnkd.in/e2CwGUt8 NEXT from Drug Store News, Pharmacies can close health care gaps for millions while realizing substantial savings for employers A new national study from the Health Action Alliance, commissioned by NACDS, shows pharmacy-based care reduces costs while meeting employee demands for convenient access. https://lnkd.in/eYmrQnHQ NEXT from Open PR, New Research Peptide Supplier Plans Pharmacy Collaborations to Support Licensed Wellness Clinic Sector https://lnkd.in/evkgZtn5 NEXT Study shows alarming drop in pharmacy access in Massachusetts --reporting from WWLP-22News from Boston https://lnkd.in/egWg6G3r In this episode of This Week in Pharmacy, host Todd Eury welcomes featured guest Tiara Green, President of Accessia Health, whose mission is to connect patients without insurance to life-saving medication funding. LINK: https://lnkd.in/gV4VjeZn We also check in with Jesse McCullough for Day 24 of the 31-Day #Pharmacist Month Challenge, with a special call to action to support the 40+ shows and incredible hosts creating content for the pharmacy profession through the Pharmacy Podcast Network. LINK: https://lnkd.in/efvZ6Smv Plus, Mike Johnston, CPhT-Adv, CEO of the NPTA - National Pharmacy Technician Association (NPTA), joins us to share insights on Meaningful Recognition and what pharmacy technicians truly want as we celebrate World Pharmacy Technician Day. LINK: https://lnkd.in/gz-Gcxvg 🎧 Empowering the profession, one story at a time. Thank you to Independent Pharmacy Cooperative (IPC) and Sykes & Company, P.A. for always supporting #TWIRx in the Works!!

📅 Release Date: October 17, 2025 🎧 Produced by: Pharmacy Podcast Network 🧠 Segment 1: Innovation Spotlight – OvaryIT & the PRISM Platform Guests: Mary Kucek, CEO & Founder, OvaryIT Devin Bustin, MD, Chief Medical Officer, OvaryIT The future of pharmacy practice management has arrived. Mary Kucek and Dr. Devin Bustin introduce PRISM, the first fully integrated EHR system built exclusively for community pharmacists. PRISM streamlines clinical workflows, ensures compliance, and empowers pharmacists to expand services—from point-of-care testing and chronic disease management to vaccinations and remote patient monitoring. This segment unpacks how PRISM helps protect your license, improve patient outcomes, and grow your business with technology designed by pharmacists, for pharmacists. 💡 Segment 2: Financial Literacy & Long-Term Care Planning with Michael Banner Guest: Michael Banner, Founder & Host, 62WhoKnew Podcast Michael Banner brings decades of expertise across the mortgage, financial, and LTC insurance industries to discuss how pharmacists and healthcare professionals can better educate aging populations about financial security and care planning. Learn why he built 62WhoKnew as the ultimate referral source for retirement preparation and hear insights on integrating long-term care insurance discussions into pharmacy-based clinical care models. 💰 Segment 3: The 8th Annual Pharmacy Profit Summit Guest: Lisa Faast, PharmD, CEO, DiversifyRx Get ready for the Pharmacy Profit Summit 2025—happening March 26–27 in Dallas, TX. Dr. Lisa Faast shares what’s new for the 8th annual event, including innovative strategies to boost profitability, reduce overhead, and future-proof independent pharmacies. Hear what attendees can expect from this year’s sessions, networking, and vendor showcases that make the Summit a can’t-miss event for forward-thinking pharmacy owners. 💬 Segment 4: TWIRx RxRated Roundtable – Trust, Transparency, and Controversy in Healthcare Hosts: Robbie Abasi, PharmD Sam Ilona, PharmD Xavier Hill, PharmD, BCPS, BCGP The RatedRx Podcast team joins TWIRx for an unfiltered discussion on trust in healthcare, media narratives, and the controversy shaping public perception of the profession. From patient misinformation to provider burnout, this roundtable doesn’t hold back—bringing authenticity and humor to the realities of modern pharmacy. 🔊 Episode Summary This week on This Week in Pharmacy, innovation meets impact. From next-generation EHR technology with PRISM to retirement readiness and LTC awareness with Michael Banner, plus a spotlight on profit-driven growth with DiversifyRx’s Lisa Faast—this episode covers the clinical, business, and human sides of pharmacy. We wrap it all up with RatedRx, where pharmacists talk real about the issues shaping trust in healthcare today.

This Week in Pharmacy – October 10, 2025 🎙️ Featured Guests: John Covello – Independent Pharmacy Cooperative (IPC) Garth Reynolds – Illinois Pharmacists Association (IPhA) Illinois pharmacy owners, this episode is for you. With the passage of HB 1697, a $70 million lifeline is now available to support independent pharmacies across the state—but the clock is ticking. The October 31st deadline is critical. Covello and Reynolds break down: The Critical Access Pharmacy Fund – how it strengthens local pharmacies. The DECO program – what it means for reimbursement. Patient Self-Management Programs (PSMP) – driving patient care and outcomes. The one-minute attestation that unlocks enhanced Medicaid dispensing fees. If you’re a pharmacy owner in Illinois, this could be the most important 30 minutes you’ll spend this month. 🎶 Special Feature: Mary Kutter This week, TWIRx also spotlights Mary Kutter, a rising country singer-songwriter from Kentucky. Known for her gritty, truthful storytelling, Kutter’s music explores themes of family, small-town struggles, and the opioid crisis. With viral songs like “Devil’s Money” and “The Devil Wore a Lab Coat”, plus songwriting credits for artists like Bailey Zimmerman, Kutter’s voice is shaping the soundtrack of rural America. Signed with Reservoir Media, she brings a raw perspective on how music can confront issues like addiction while honoring her Kentucky roots. 💡 Episode Highlights: The $70M opportunity Illinois pharmacies can’t afford to miss. How independent pharmacies can secure financial stability through HB 1697. Why Medicaid fee enhancements could change the game. Mary Kutter on blending country grit with the reality of the opioid epidemic. 📌 Don’t miss this episode of This Week in Pharmacy. It’s where policy, patient care, and culture intersect.

Celebrating the Launch of American Pharmacists Month 2025 “Caring for our Communities” This Week in Pharmacy (TWIRx) Friday, October 3, 2025 Episode Overview Today marks the kickoff of American Pharmacists Month 2025, a time to recognize the essential role pharmacists play across all healthcare settings. This special TWIRx episode spotlights leaders and innovators shaping pharmacy practice, technology, and patient care — and challenges the profession to embrace a 31-day journey of advocacy, community connection, and transformation. TWIRx NEWS Former Rep. Tiahrt: Pharmacy Benefit Manager bill could shut down CVS in Kansas | Opinion Read more at: https://www.kansas.com/opinion/guest-commentary/article312355904.html#storylink=cpy Neronha lawsuit against CVS Caremark can help save my Middletown pharmacy: Guest View https://www.newportri.com/story/opinion/columns/guest/2025/10/03/neronha-lawsuit-against-cvs-can-help-save-middletown-pharmacy-guest-view/86471928007/    FDA Approves Lurbinectedin Combination Regimen in Extensive-Stage SCLC https://www.pharmacytimes.com/view/fda-approves-lurbinectedin-combination-regimen-in-extensive-stage-sclc  Building an Opioid Stewardship Program in Cancer Care: Pharmacist Roles, Challenges, and Patient Safety https://www.pharmacytimes.com/view/building-an-opioid-stewardship-program-in-cancer-care-pharmacist-roles-challenges-and-patient-safety  Featured Guests Dr. Jesse McCullough, PharmD Founder, Keystone Pharmacy Insights Introducing the American Pharmacists Month 31-Day Challenge, a call to action for pharmacists to engage, educate, and elevate their communities. Bil Schmidtknecht Patient Protector Sharing insights on patient advocacy, protecting access to care, and the pharmacist’s role in navigating today’s healthcare complexities.   Dr. Devin Bustin, MD Chief Medical Officer, OvaryIt Dr. Lissette Logan, PharmD COO, OvaryIt Together, Dr. Bustin and Dr. Logan discuss innovative pharmacist-driven care models, treatment tracking, and platforms like PRISM designed to ensure pharmacists are recognized — and reimbursed — for their expertise.   Dr. Jill Kolesar, PharmD Dean, College of Pharmacy, The University of Iowa Highlighting the future of pharmacy education and how academia is preparing the next generation for expanded clinical and community roles. Dr. Jason Lang, PharmD Wellgistics Exploring the logistics and supply chain innovations that keep pharmacies agile in serving patient needs, especially as new therapies and technologies emerge. WELLGISTICS News: https://www.accessnewswire.com/newsroom/en/healthcare-and-pharmaceutical/wellgistics-health-nasdaq-wgrx-and-theracosbio-partner-to-expand-nati-1079815  SUBSCRIBE TO TWIRx HERE:  https://open.spotify.com/show/52NZjr9asE8fLrrbsMvBlQ  Celebrating the Launch of American Pharmacists Month 2025 | TWIRx 

On "This Week in Pharmacy" for September 26th, we're talking about Trust in Healthcare, World Pharmacists Day, and Cell & Gene Therapy. Today's co-host is Dr. Melissa Smith, PharmD CPH with Florida PGx Consulting LLC. https://www.floridapgxconsulting.com/  First, #TWIRx News - the FDA approves Inluriyo imlunestrant on 9/25/2025 which is to treat estrogen receptor-positive, human epidermal growth factor receptor 2-negative, estrogen receptor-1-mutated advanced or metastatic breast cancer with disease progression following at least one line of endocrine therapy. (https://www.fda.gov/drugs/novel-drug-approvals-fda/novel-drug-approvals-2025)  Second, Nested-Knowledge - is going to revolutionize information access and leverage. This is a powerful tool with evidence synthesis tools for medical researchers. This will help accelerate, collaborate, automate and share the latest and personalized treatment plans. (https://nested-knowledge.com/) Next, announcing "Evidence based Podcasting", the new standard in audio learning for Providers and next level in podcast Continuing Medical Education (CME). (https://pharmacypodcast.com/2025/09/26/evidence-based-podcasting-and-the-future-of-medical-education/ ) Shout out to Nick Calla with Orsini, a leader in rare disease pharmacy solutions, has been chosen by Crinetics Pharmaceuticals, Inc., as a specialty pharmacy partner for PALSONIFY™ (paltusotine), a nonpeptide, selectively-targeted somatostatin receptor type 2 nonpeptide (SST2) agonist. (https://www.wvnews.com/news/around_the_web/partners/pr_newswire/subject/licensing_marketing_agreements/orsini-selected-as-specialty-pharmacy-partner-for-crinetics-palsonify-paltusotine/article_9b42bfe7-69a6-58be-98ff-5e2245145415.html) Today we have two guest Pharmacists to dig into the "Trust in Healthcare" theme of today's #TWIRx -- the godfather of Functional Pharmacy Robert Kress RPh., and Dr. Lauren Castle, PharmD, MS, AFMC - Founder & CEO of Functional Medicine Pharmacists Alliance. Who do you trust? What information is trustworthy and why?  Our special feature is updates on 'Cell & Gene Therapy' with McKesson's Head of Cell Gene Advanced Therapies, Joe DePinto at InspiroGene!  (https://inspirogene.com/)  Today's TWIRx is sponsored by 'Sykes & Company' the Pharmacy Accounting Jedi Masters and Independent Pharmacy Cooperative (IPC) and how they're revolutionzing digital health and new revenues with the iCare+ System!    Trust Matters, Cell and Gene, & World Pharmacists Day | TWIRx

Inmar Intelligence is a data-driven technology company that provides solutions for retail, healthcare, and supply chain industries. They specialize in optimizing promotions, managing digital couponing, and offering point-of-sale analytics for retailers. In healthcare, they focus on pharmaceutical returns, claims processing, and marketing. In supply chain, they help with inventory management and reverse logistics. Their data analytics platform uses AI to help businesses make smarter decisions, improve efficiency, and drive growth. TailorMed, led by CEO Srulik Dvorsky , is a healthcare technology company that focuses on helping patients manage the financial aspects of their medical care. The platform offers personalized financial assistance, helping patients find and access financial resources like insurance coverage, financial aid programs, and discounts to reduce out-of-pocket medical costs. Here are the key services TailorMed provides:  1. Financial Assistance for Patients: TailorMed helps patients navigate complex healthcare billing by identifying available financial aid, grants, discounts, and programs to reduce treatment costs. 2. Cost Transparency: The platform provides clear information on medical costs, helping patients understand their financial responsibilities and options for managing high healthcare expenses. 3. Technology-Driven Solution: TailorMed uses technology to automate the process of identifying financial resources and integrating these solutions into healthcare providers' systems, making it easier for providers to offer financial help to patients.  

On 'This Week in Pharmacy' we're talking about the "Fully Powered Event" with Dr. Christina Fontana, we jump into TWIRx News with Andy Crawford from Keysource, preparing for the NASP 2025 in Denver & welcome the Rated Rx Podcast to the PPN! TWIRx News includes: Massachusetts governor orders pharmacies to make COVID shots accessible - from CBS News  Hims & Hers stock jumps on Novo Nordisk GLP-1 partnership - from AOL Finance  The oldest pharmacy in Texas closes after 153 years - from DeWitt County Today  This episode is sponsored by Keysource and Sykes & Company, thank you for supporting the only weekly news podcast in pharmacy, this is TWIRx!! 

AI & Tech in Pharmacy & the Health Podcast Summit | TWIRx This week on TWIRx, we dive into how technology, artificial intelligence, and innovative media are shaping the future of pharmacy. From specialty pharmacy operations to digital health engagement and independent pharmacy innovation, our guests bring timely insights you won’t want to miss. TWIRx News FIP calls on authorities to ‘think humanity, think pharmacy https://ajp.com.au/news/fip-calls-on-authorities-to-think-humanity-think-pharmacy/  Iowa pharmacists are in demand as they try to fill healthcare provider gap https://www.radioiowa.com/2025/08/20/iowa-pharmacists-are-in-demand-as-they-try-to-fill-healthcare-provider-gap/ Nuvem Continues to Expand Leadership Team to Accelerate Pharmacy Service Model for Community Health Providers https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20250820045021/en/Nuvem-Continues-to-Expand-Leadership-Team-to-Accelerate-Pharmacy-Service-Model-for-Community-Health-Providers    Featured Guest: Shaun Jensen, CEO of JB Consulting Topic: How Will Tech & AI Advance Specialty Pharmacy? The specialty pharmacy system is in flux—what platforms show real stability to build the future? Emerging use cases of AI in specialty pharmacy: clinical decision support, adherence optimization, and patient engagement. The role of AI in specialty trade relations and research, driving efficiency and better outcomes for providers, manufacturers, and patients. Daniel Couchman Kendall, CEO of Mission Based Media Topic: Announcing the Health Podcast Summit Introducing the Health Podcast Summit — the first global event dedicated exclusively to the intersection of health and podcasting. October 1–2, 2025 | Virtual Event | Free Registration at HealthPodcastSummit.com Learn evidence-based, human-centered frameworks for creating and growing health podcasts. Hear from industry leaders worldwide transforming patient engagement, professional education, and health outcomes through podcasting. On-demand replays available for registered attendees. Ketan Mehta, CEO of PrimeRx Topic: PrimeRx User Conference 2025 – XPLORE October 10–11, 2025 | The Westin Jersey City Newport Xplore by PrimeRx — an exclusive user conference designed for independent pharmacy professionals, healthcare innovators, and industry leaders. Explore pharmacy management strategies, technology advancements, and digital healthcare solutions that will shape the future of independent pharmacy. A chance to connect with peers, learn from experts, and prepare for the evolving pharmacy landscape. 🎧 Tune in for expert perspectives and actionable insights that show where pharmacy is headed.  👉 Don’t forget to subscribe to This Week in Pharmacy (TWIRx) on your favorite podcast platform.

This week on TWIRx, we cover the latest headlines shaping pharmacy care, followed by three powerful interviews spotlighting innovation, advocacy, and access. TWIRx News: 13WHAM ABC News: Health Center Turns Away Patients as Medicaid Approval Stalls Pharmacy Services – A troubling look at how bureaucratic delays are cutting off critical access to care for vulnerable populations. Pharmacy Times: Pharmacists’ Knowledge Gaps on Kratom: Building Competence for Patient Counseling – Why pharmacists need more education to better guide patients on the risks and benefits of this controversial substance. Pharmacy Times: Navigating Biosimilars and 505(b)(2) Drugs in Oncology – Operational, clinical, and policy strategies to help pharmacists drive adoption and improve cancer care access. Featured Interviews: Ritesh Shah – Founder, Ritesh Shah Charitable Pharmacy Author of Pills to Purpose: From the Pharmacy to the Frontlines: Healing Beyond the Counter, Ritesh shares his journey from personal loss to creating New Jersey’s first charitable pharmacy—ensuring life-saving medications reach those most in need with dignity and compassion. Bonnie Bonds – Sykes & Company Live from the 2025 ThoughtSpot Conference, Bonnie brings insights on the financial strategies independent pharmacies need to grow, adapt, and thrive. Srulik Dvorsky – CEO & Co-founder, TailorMed How technology is being used to eliminate financial barriers to care and connect patients with the resources they need to afford treatment. Sponsored by: Sykes & Company – Helping pharmacies succeed with expert accounting, tax, and advisory services. 🎧 Listen now for the news, perspectives, and inspiration driving the pharmacy profession forward.   "Pills to Purpose" is a book and the name of Ritesh Shah's charitable pharmacy. The book, "Pills to Purpose: From the Pharmacy to the Frontlines: Healing Beyond the Counter", is a memoir about Ritesh Shah's journey from personal loss to founding New Jersey's first charitable pharmacy, Ritesh Shah Charitable Pharmacy. The pharmacy's mission is to provide access to life-saving medications for those in need, ensuring they are treated with dignity and compassion. The book highlights the power of service and how individual actions can create a movement for positive change, according to a post on Amazon.

In this episode of TWIRx, we explore how pharmacy accounting has evolved from basic bookkeeping into a strategic business development tool powered by artificial intelligence, data analytics, and specialized accounting expertise. Pharmacy owner & PPN Podcast Host Dr. Adam Robinson and Titan Accounting’s team members Nicholas Caltabiano & Jordan Pridemore dig into what modern pharmacy owners must understand to stay financially healthy and competitive in today’s complex marketplace. Learn more by going to Titan's website: https://titanswork.com/home    Next, we talk with CEO & Founder of RxInsider, Gregory Cianfarani RPh, sharing the Colleges of Pharmacy Report 2025. RXinsider’s Market Intelligence Group produces weekly newsletters, market reports, and specialty INTEL Reports covering various segments of the pharmacy ecosystem—including an exclusive report on colleges of pharmacy.    Find the full report here:  https://ebook.rxinsider.com/flip-book/37174/2065397

This Week in Pharmacy – July 25, 2025 Episode Summary: This week, we spotlight a growing but often overlooked threat to patient safety and healthcare integrity: the diversion of non-controlled substances. While most discussions around drug diversion focus on controlled substances, a troubling pattern has emerged involving medications not classified as controlled—yet still susceptible to misuse, theft, and exploitation. Our guest is Alan McGill, a Senior Supervisory Special Agent with over 30 years of investigative experience, including 23 years in law enforcement. Agent McGill is a nationally recognized expert on drug diversion, having trained thousands across healthcare and law enforcement. In this episode, he sheds light on how non-controlled substances are being diverted within healthcare settings, why it’s happening more frequently, and what pharmacies and healthcare systems must do to detect and prevent it. We explore: Common myths about non-controlled medications and diversion risk Real-world cases and investigative red flags Compliance blind spots in retail and institutional pharmacy settings Actionable recommendations for pharmacists, techs, and healthcare leadership The role of education, oversight, and reporting in stopping this silent epidemic Plus, Agent McGill discusses his work with NASCSA and offers insight into how national policy and local practices can align to protect both patients and professionals. Don’t miss this essential conversation for pharmacy leaders, compliance officers, and healthcare professionals committed to medication safety. 🎧 Listen now and stay informed.  📢 Brought to you by IPC and iCare+, supporting pharmacy excellence and compliance integrity.  

This week's TWIRx puts the pedal to the metal—literally. Host Todd Eury dives into the surprising parallels between racing 150+ MPH and building a pharmacy business from the ground up. Special guest Charles Hoopes, co-owner of S&H Motorsports, joins the show alongside Stephen Beckman, CEO of YARAL Pharma, to preview the upcoming “Geezer Race” on Saturday, July 19th, sponsored by YARAL. Charles shares the intense highs and lows of becoming a drag racing team owner—from financial risk to the emotional rollercoaster of chasing a dream. His story mirrors the grit and resilience required to own and operate an independent pharmacy today. 🎙️ Pharmacy + Precision Medicine Spotlight: We also welcome Dr. Melissa Smith, PharmD, founder of Florida PGX Consulting, who’s speaking at the Florida Pharmacy Association Annual Meeting in Orlando this weekend. Melissa gives us a preview of her presentations and shares her role as press correspondent for the Pharmacy Podcast Network at FPA. RXinsider's latest Market Intelligence report on the current state of the job market as it pertains to the Pharmacy500 companies in the pharmacy supply chain. We walk with Jeff Rackliff, Jr. Market Analyst at RXinsider.  Special thanks to Stacy Hall and the Florida Pharmacy Association for their continued support of our coverage and advocacy efforts. 🎧 Sponsored by: YARAL Pharma – Advancing quality generics and supporting pharmacy innovation. 📍 Don't miss this fast-paced, inspiring episode about what it takes to chase your dream—whether you're behind the counter or behind the wheel. #TWIRx #PharmacyPodcast #PharmacyOwnership #DragRacing #YARALPharma #FloridaPharmacy #PGx #FPA2025 #CompoundingDreams #GeezerRace

In this episode of TWIRx, we break down H.R. 1 — The One Big Beautiful Bill Act — and what it could mean for the future of pharmacy in America. From PBM reform and drug pricing transparency to Medicaid restructuring and NADAC expansion, this bill carries enormous implications for community pharmacy, behavioral health services, and specialty care. Joining us to unpack the real-world impact of this legislation are two influential voices in the pharmacy space: Ryan Paul Liabenow, CEO of Mango Health, a behavioral health specialty pharmacy redefining care models for patients with complex mental health needs. Ryan shares insight into how fairer reimbursement models and drug cost transparency could unlock new clinical and economic opportunities for pharmacies serving vulnerable populations. Nicolle McClure, President & CEO of GRx Marketing, marks her 15-year milestone as one of the most respected voices in independent pharmacy marketing. Nicolle discusses how pharmacy communication must evolve in this new legislative landscape—and why strategic messaging, patient education, and digital storytelling are now more critical than ever. We also explore the potential challenges H.R. 1 brings, including the administrative burden of NADAC compliance and the tension between progressive pharmacy reforms and simultaneous Medicaid restrictions. Will increased oversight and transparency finally tip the scale in favor of independent pharmacies—or will coverage erosion undercut the gains? Don’t miss this timely discussion on what may be the most consequential pharmacy bill in decades—and how forward-thinking pharmacy leaders are preparing for what's next.   sponsored by IPCRx.com

This Week in Pharmacy – June 27, 2025 Episode Title: “Going on the Offensive to Protect Public Health” 🎙️ Sponsored by IPC (Independent Pharmacy Cooperative) & SureCost This week’s episode of This Week in Pharmacy (TWIRx) is a call to arms: pharmacists, patients, and industry leaders are going on the offensive to defend public health from collapsing under the weight of unchecked PBMs, broken reimbursement models, and vanishing access to care. PART ONE: Claudia Holley (@c_money636) & Joshua R. Pirestani — Fighting Back for Patients TikTok star and unapologetic patient advocate Claudia Holley, known as @c_money636, joins the show alongside Josh Pirestani, founder of Dispense Marketing and publisher of Dispense Times. TogetheRx, we’re tackling the real crisis: corporate profits are steamrolling patients and community pharmacies. With drug access tightening and treatment safety protocols falling by the wayside, the pharmacy industry is being gutted. We break down the lost opportunity of NADAC — a fair drug pricing model with a standardized $10.49 dispensing fee — Todd Eury just talked with pharmacy owner Erich Cushey of Curtis Pharmaciesin PA, where pharmacy closures are leaving entire towns with no access to medications. This is not fiction. It’s what happens when Congress ignores the backbone of public health. 📉 Reimbursement drops 🏥 Pharmacies close 🧓 Patients suffer 💀 Access dies PART TWO: Calvin Hunsicker, Founder of SureCost – Smarter Pharmacy Starts Here Tech visionary Calvin Hunsicker dives into SureCost at NoCost, a summer promo offering pharmacies three months of SureCost free. Why? Because it works — slashing cost of goods by 2–5% and saving valuable hours on purchasing. With $8.5B+ in transactions managed annually, Calvin shares how his time as a pharmacy owner led him to build a tech-forward platform now used by over 10,000 pharmacy pros. PART THREE: Dr. Melissa Smith PharmD, CPH – Precision Medicine Meets Pharmacy Meet Dr. Melissa Smith, host of the upcoming PGx for Pharmacists podcast launching July 2025. A leader in precision medicine, Melissa explains how pharmacists can implement PGx to improve outcomes through genetic-guided medication decisions. Her new show will spotlight PGx integration, patient care, and how pharmacy is evolving to meet the demands of modern medicine. Don’t miss this packed episode — because protecting public health isn’t a debate, it’s a duty. 👉 Available on Apple, Spotify, Amazon Music & all major platforms. 🔗 ThisWeekinPharmacy.com #TWIRx #PharmacyPodcast #PBMReform #PublicHealth #SureCost #PGx #PharmacyAdvocacy

In this episode of This Week in Pharmacy for May 16th, 2025, Pharmacy Podcast Network founder Todd Eury is joined by his co-host Dr. Ryan Paul Liabenow, PhD, CEO of Mango Health as they review TWIRx News. Our first segment, we explore the transformative potential of the Long-Term Care at Home (LTC@Home) pharmacy model. As healthcare shifts towards home-based care, pharmacies have a unique opportunity to expand their services beyond traditional settings.  Key Discussion Points: Strategic Partnership Spotlight: We delve into the recent collaboration between RxSafe/Eyecon, PharmaComplete, and the LTC@Home Pharmacy Network. This alliance aims to revolutionize pharmacy operations through automation and expert consulting, enhancing patient care in the LTC@Home space. Expert Insights: Paul Shelton, founder of PharmaComplete and co-founder of the LTC@Home Pharmacy Network, shares his extensive experience in pharmacy operations and discusses strategies for pharmacies to successfully implement LTC@Home services. Automation in Focus: We examine how RxSafe's Eyecon technology, including RapidPakRx and RapidCardRx, is streamlining compliance packaging and improving workflow efficiency for pharmacies transitioning to the LTC@Home model.  Business Transformation: Learn how integrating LTC@Home services can lead to increased prescription volumes, enhanced patient outcomes, and new revenue streams for pharmacies. Why This Matters: The LTC@Home model represents a significant shift in pharmacy services, aligning with the broader trend of patient-centered, home-based care. By adopting this model, pharmacies can play a pivotal role in reducing hospitalizations and improving the quality of life for patients requiring long-term care.   On the second feature, we spotlight a remarkable family legacy that’s shaped community pharmacy in Salt Lake City for over 70 years. We’re talking about Jolley’s Compounding Pharmacy—a third-generation, family-owned pharmacy that continues to blend tradition with innovation.   From the pioneering vision of Joel Jolley in 1954 to the modern leadership of Dean Jolley, R.Ph., and now Dr. Benjamin Jolley, the Jolley family has remained committed to personalized care, compounding excellence, and pharmacist-driven leadership. Ben is joined by his sister, Megan Jolley Milne, PharmD, BCACP, entrepreneur and CEO of Nutranize.    This Episode is sponsored by Independent Pharmacy Cooperative (IPC) and Eyecon RxSafe.    Connect with Us: For more insights and updates, follow This Week in Pharmacy on LinkedIn and Twitter.

In this powerful episode of This Week in Pharmacy, Todd Eury explores the growing national backlash against pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs)—starting with bold action in Arkansas. Following Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders' recent signing of legislation to limit PBM influence, Arkansas has become a flashpoint in the nationwide struggle to protect independent pharmacies and ensure fair drug pricing. Special guest from Arkansas, Doctor's Orders Pharmacy Owner, Lelan Stice, as we dig into what this legislation means, how states like Alabama are following suit, and why pharmacists across the U.S. are calling for transparency, accountability, and reform. PBMs are under increased legal and political scrutiny across multiple states Independent pharmacies are gaining new allies in their fight for survival Legislative momentum is growing—this could be a tipping point Patients, too, are paying the price for PBM overreach Pharmacists must stay informed and involved in local/state policy Full AP article: APNews.com – Arkansas Takes on PBMs TWIRx Feature: Lumicera Health Services Guest: Dr. Ben Heiser, PharmD – General Manager, Specialty Pharmacy, Lumicera Health Services In this special TWIRx segment, This Week in Pharmacy dives into the world of specialty pharmacy with Dr. Ben Heiser of Lumicera Health Services, a nationally recognized leader in delivering specialty drug solutions with a patient-first approach. Dr. Heiser discusses how Lumicera leverages data-driven care models, collaborative payer partnerships, and a commitment to access and affordability to redefine what it means to support patients with complex, chronic conditions. From pharmacy innovation to value-based outcomes, this interview offers a behind-the-scenes look at one of the most forward-thinking organizations in specialty care. Lumicera Health is the Pharmacy Podcast Network sponsor for the AXS25 Press Coverage, learn more about  Lumicera here:  https://www.lumicera.com/  Subscribe to all 40+ Pharmacy Podcast Network podcasts from one link:  https://linktr.ee/pharmacypodcast 

In this thought-provoking episode of This Week in Pharmacy, I am joined by three powerhouse leaders from health innovation: Dr. Alex Ding (Humana), Dr. Marc Watkins (Kroger Health), and Brian Urban (Best Buy Health). Together, they explore the next generation of patient access—where healthcare meets lifestyle, nutrition, and digital convenience. Special Guests:  Dr. Alexander Ding, MD, MBA – Medical Director, Humana Dr. Marc R. Watkins, M.D. – Chief Medical Officer, Kroger Health Brian Urban – Head of Innovation, Best Buy Health From food-as-medicine initiatives and retail-driven clinical models to smart tech integration in chronic care, this episode examines how cross-industry collaborations are shaping the future of health. It's not just about treating illness—it's about engineering longevity. 💡 Topics Covered: ☑️ The intersection of grocery, pharmacy, and tech in holistic care ☑️ Reducing healthcare utilization by improving access to essential needs ☑️ How retail health platforms are personalizing nutrition + medication delivery ☑️ Digital health tools for aging in place, remote monitoring, and patient education Thank you to Independent Pharmacy Cooperative (IPC) for your support of today's #TWIRx episode, leading in #DigitalHealth tech through iCare+ for Community Pharmacy. Watch here: https://lnkd.in/eQM_s7Zq  

This Week in Pharmacy – April 4, 2025 We launch with the "godfather of Functional Pharmacy" Robert Kress fRx. Roberts is a #pharmacist, practitioner, and coach who blends lifestyle and functional medicine with a passion for empowering patients. He believes true healing comes from within the patient, and that the role of the practitioner is to guide, teach, and support through awareness, education, and self-care. Rather than dispensing medications, Roberts shares tools for wellness—ranging from supplements and nutrition to mindfulness, natural movement, and purposeful living—all aimed at helping others reach peak performance and holistic well-being.   This week on This Week in Pharmacy (TWIP), we’re proud to honor World Autism Awareness Day, celebrated globally on Tuesday, April 2nd, by spotlighting an inspiring voice in the profession: Dr. Brian Catton, PharmD. Brian is many things—a husband, a father, a community pharmacist and Pharmacist in Charge at Walgreens, and proudly, an autistic professional who brings heart, authenticity, and advocacy into every role he plays. In this deeply personal and powerful interview, Brian shares his journey—from his early diagnosis in 1989 with PDD-NOS (Pervasive Developmental Disorder Not Otherwise Specified), to earning his Doctor of Pharmacy degree from Shenandoah University, to leading in both life and the pharmacy profession. He speaks candidly about what Autism Acceptance truly means: moving beyond awareness to inclusion, understanding, and valuing neurodiverse individuals for who they are and the perspectives they bring. ✨ “It’s not just about knowing autistic people exist—it’s about making sure we’re heard, included, and able to contribute to the betterment of our spheres of influence.” – Dr. Brian Catton Tune in to hear Brian’s story of resilience, growth, humor, and purpose. You’ll walk away inspired—and better equipped to foster inclusion in your community and workplace.   Next up, we talk with John Nosta.   John Nosta is the Founder and President of NostaLab, a globally recognized innovation think tank at the intersection of technology, science, and medicine. Renowned for his forward-thinking insights, John is consistently ranked among the top global influencers in digital health and technology. He has contributed over 500 articles to publications such as Forbes, Fortune, Psychology Today, and Bloomberg, and has been published in esteemed peer-reviewed journals including The American Journal of Physiology and Circulation. John has served on advisory boards for organizations like Google Health and the World Health Organization's Digital Health Roster of Experts. As a sought-after speaker, he guides companies, NGOs, and governments through the complexities of exponential change and innovation.    Learn more at JohnNosta.com  🧩 This episode is part of our ongoing effort to highlight diversity, humanity, and leadership in pharmacy. 🔗 Listen now and join the conversation. #ThisWeekInPharmacy #WorldAutismAwarenessDay #AutismAcceptance #Neurodiversity  

In this powerful episode of This Week in Pharmacy, TWIRx we're spotlighting the critical leadership roles pharmacists are taking in two vital areas of patient care: pharmacovigilance and hormone treatment therapies. 🧬 Featured Guest #1: Dr. Sara Rogers, PharmD  A trailblazing researcher and healthcare leader, Dr. Sara Rogers is the founder of the American Society of Pharmacovigilance, a national biomedical and healthcare network committed to improving drug safety. She shares her passion for translating genomics into improved patient care and dives deep into the growing importance of pharmacovigilance in modern healthcare. With adverse drug events contributing to over $136 billion in annual healthcare costs and millions of emergency and hospital visits, this discussion shines a light on the pharmacist's role in detecting, monitoring, and preventing these events before they happen. 💊 Key Topics with Dr. Rogers: What is pharmacovigilance and why it matters now more than ever The connection between genomics and adverse drug event prevention How pharmacists are uniquely positioned to lead in this critical area The mission and membership of the American Society of Pharmacovigilance 🌸 Featured Guest #2: Dr. Tiffany Ruder, PharmD Pharmacist, hormone health advocate, and founder of Better Health & Hormone Balance, LLC, Dr. Tiffany Ruder brings a wealth of experience and compassion to the conversation around hormone replacement therapy. With over a decade of pharmacy practice and specialized certification, Dr. Ruder is empowering midlife women to reclaim their vitality and live "radiantly restored." 🧘‍♀️ Key Topics with Dr. Ruder: The science behind hormone balance and its impact on women’s health Personalized, evidence-based approaches to hormone therapy Breaking the stigma and misconceptions around HRT How pharmacists can support patients in their hormone health journey 🎧 Don’t miss this insightful episode that showcases how pharmacists are redefining healthcare leadership through safety science and specialized care. 💥 This Week in Pharmacy is powered by Yaral Pharma and Independent Pharmacy Cooperative (IPC) — supporting innovation, independence, and the future of pharmacy. 👉 Subscribe now and follow us @PharmacyPodcast on all platforms.

Join us for a special episode of This Week in Pharmacy (TWIRx) as we celebrate the 4th Anniversary of the Pittsburgh Pharmacy Network (PPN)—a thriving community dedicated to connecting pharmacy professionals and students in the Greater Pittsburgh area. Hosted at Shorty's at the Waterfront, this milestone event brought together pharmacy leaders, entrepreneurs, and advocates for an evening of networking, collaboration, and celebration. Vadim Gazarov, founder of Pittsburgh Pharmacy Network, kicks off this exclusive Pharmacy Podcast Network coverage, highlighting the impact PPN has had over the past four years. Special Guest Interviews 🎙️ Shawn Nairn – Founder, ACORx 🎙️ John DeJames – Value Drug 🎙️ And many more influential voices in Pittsburgh's pharmacy community! Tune in for engaging discussions on pharmacy innovation, independent pharmacy success, and the power of professional networking in shaping the future of pharmacy. Key Topics in This Episode: ✅ The growth and impact of the Pittsburgh Pharmacy Network over four years  ✅ Independent pharmacy insights from industry leaders  ✅ How networking drives success in pharmacy  ✅ Exclusive interviews with Pittsburgh's pharmacy professionals 🔗 Listen now on: PharmacyPodcast.com | Spotify | Apple Podcasts | Your favorite podcast platform!