
Kristen Jones, PharmD, discusses pharmacists as leaders at McKesson ideaShare 2025.

Kristen Jones, PharmD, discusses pharmacists as leaders at McKesson ideaShare 2025.

With the company’s dedication to providing crucial data for pharmacy stakeholders, IQVIA’s Lead Research Director Michael Kleinrock discussed the current trends in patients’ medication use.

This episode introduces the hosts and explores key legal issues facing independent pharmacies, including PBM terminations and state board compliance.

Michael Murphy, PharmD, MBA, provided insights on his research regarding pharmacy deserts, who they impact the most, and the methods needed to improve them in the US.

Addressing harassment, strengthening leadership, and involving frontline pharmacy staff in decision-making are key steps toward a healthier, more supportive work environment.

With an emphasis on the factors that differentiate the future roles of pharmacists, researchers sought to better understand the career intentions of pharmacy students.

In part 4 of our interview with Michael Kleinrock, lead director of research at IQVIA, he discussed how trends in medication use are currently impacting pharmacy businesses.

Using the Q Methodology to account for subjectivity in responses, pharmacists self-identified their professional identities.

Emphasizing the pharmacist’s essential role, researchers explored the causes, consequences, and clinical implications of polypharmacy.

IQVIA’s Lead Director of Research Michael Kleinrock discusses how federal policy has been impacting prescription drug costs in the US and where those trends are expected to go.

Brooklyn Morgan, PharmD, discusses the transformation of pharmacy practice from a regulatory model to a more flexible approach.

Tamara McCants, PharmD, president of NPhA, and Tazche Turner, PharmD, national president of SNPhA, discuss what to expect at this year’s meeting.


Thomas Sherrer, PharmD, emphasizes teamwork and technology in inventory management to enhance patient safety and reduce medication errors.

Thomas Sherrer, PharmD, advocates for a team-driven, tech-enhanced approach to pharmacy inventory management, boosting patient care and operational efficiency.

Michael Kleinrock, lead director of research at IQVIA Institute for Human Data Science, discusses the current trends in medication use and where these drivers may be headed in the near future.

Brooklyn Morgan, PharmD, director of state policy at the National Alliance of State Pharmacy Associations, emphasizes the importance of making the pharmacist's voice heard.

Congressman Buddy Carter (R-GA) champions the PBM Reform Act of 2025, aiming to enhance drug price transparency and empower pharmacists in healthcare delivery.

Pharmacists left the conference with fresh ideas, renewed confidence, and a strong sense that they're not in this alone.

Thomas Sherrer, PharmD, co-owner of Poole's Pharmacy, describes implementing multiple tracking methods to stay ahead of drug shortages.

Michael Kleinrock from IQVIA joined Drug Topics to discuss his company’s recently released report, Understanding the Use of Medicines in the US 2025.


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Crystal Lennartz, president of Health Mart & Health Mart Atlas at McKesson, discusses challenges that independent pharmacies are facing in today's health care landscape.

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Jeanine Singer, senior vice president of national and key accounts at McKesson, discusses the company's approach to empowering pharmacists and strengthening the community pharmacy ecosystem.

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Through platforms like Health Mart Atlas, the company is providing pharmacies with tools to better understand their financial landscape.

Thomas Sherrer, PharmD, emphasizes the importance of a team-based approach to inventory control.

Buddy Carter, PBM, US Representative (R-GA), emphasizes the critical role of pharmacists, particularly during the COVID-19 pandemic, and advocates for provider status recognition.

Pharmacists can transform from only being prescription dispensers to health care hubs that offer comprehensive patient care and generate innovative revenue streams.