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Cencora representatives with expertise into pharmacy desert insights joined Drug Topics to discuss issues in pharmacy access and what is being done to address them.

With minimal pharmacological treatments coming to market for chronic pain, researchers have explored new technologies for advancing pain treatment across the globe.

The Cut Hypertension Program operates in barbershops across the Bay Area in California. The program’s lead pharmacist joined us to discuss main themes and goals of the new initiative.

As artificial intelligence evolves from a novel technology to commonplace in health care, the pharmacy industry is adapting to its challenges and opportunities.

From market pressures to regulatory framework, Eric Tichy, PharmD, MBA, BCPS, FCCP, FAST, discussed growth in the business of health-system pharmacy and the challenges it has faced.

Erin Fox, PharmD, MHA, BCPS, FASHP, joined Drug Topics to discuss ultra-high-cost drugs and the American Society of Health-System Pharmacists 2025 Pharmacy Forecast.

Jonathan Watanabe, PharmD, MS, PhD, BCGP, discussed gaps within primary care in the context of the American Society of Health-System Pharmacists 2025 Pharmacy Forecast.

Joseph DiPiro, PharmD, FCCP, FAAAS, broke down the importance of the ASHP Pharmacy Forecast and the process in which its content is curated.

The new initiative is a way for NCPA to proactively engage its network of community pharmacies during a potential public health crisis.

Drug Topics sat down with Laird Leavoy, President of American Pharmacies, to discuss the role leadership plays in the independent pharmacy industry.

Tom Utech, PharmD, CEO of iA, joined Drug Topics to discuss his company’s centralized pharmacy fulfillment solutions.

Kala Shankle, Vice President of Regulatory Affairs with the Healthcare Distribution Alliance, and Ilisa Bernstein, President of Bernstein Rx Solutions, LLC, discussed recent developments regarding the Drug Supply Chain Security Act.

Drug Topics discussed independent pharmacy advocacy and PBM reform on the state level with Miguel Rodriguez, Executive Vice President and general counsel for American Pharmacies.

Drug Topics discussed independent pharmacy advocacy and PBM reform on the federal level with Miguel Rodriguez, Executive Vice President and general counsel for American Pharmacies.

Jeremy Cundiff, PharmD, co-owner of Professional Pharmacy Group, joined Drug Topics to discuss Return Solutions and the company’s Rx Returns process.

Drug Topics sat down with Sandra Canally, RN, founder and CEO of The Compliance Team, and Kara Benson, PharmD, long-term care director of Lewis Drug Inc, to discuss the future of LTC pharmacy.

Drug Topics sits down with iA to discuss its new shared central fulfillment solution.

Wendy Crouse, DVM, an independent house call veterinarian with Heal House Call Veterinarian, sat down with Drug Topics to discuss how the adoption of e-prescribing has transformed her practice.

Kevin Hope, RPh, senior director of pharmacy education at Pharmcon, joined Drug Topics to discuss pharmacy compounding from the new USP changes and the importance of education around compounding best practices.

Drug Topics recently sat down with Steve Hoffart, PharmD, owner and PIC at Magnolia Pharmacy north of Houston, to discuss the importance of pharmacists getting involved in advocacy.

Todd Eury of the Pharmacy Podcast Network is joined by Josh Bolin of the NABP to talk about DSCSA, what benefits it will provide, and how to make sure your pharmacy is ready when it goes into effect this November.

Kevin is joined by Dr. Thea Blystone, PharmD for a talk about finding fulfillment and satisfaction in the pharmacy world, plus how to find balance between serving others and having time for yourself.

Shawn and Tammy from RPhAlly talk about burnout, trying to "overachieve", and how to avoid overworking yourself and your brain in this industry.

Drug Topics wraps up a great week in Las Vegas at McKesson ideaShare.

Community pharmacist Greg Mitchell joined Drug Topics to talk about how running a pharmacy has integrated him into his community, hiring practices that expand his capabilities, and the power of joining a cooperative.

Drug Topics spoke to father and son pharmacist duo Grant and Austin Brown for a conversation about the evolution of the practice, the importance of holding elected officials accountable, and more.

Welcome back to RPHCast! This week, our hosts dive into the profitability of A1C testing, and how quick and easy these tests can help maximize your pharmacy's capabilities.

Listen to the first episode of RPHCast, where Kevin and Donna educate you on all things statins, blood pressure, cholesterol, and as many curves as you can imagine.