Authors


Ken Perez

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The Societal Case for Pharmacist Provider Status

Beyond the benefits to the pharmacist profession, granting provider status to pharmacists addresses the larger societal problem of growing physician shortages.


Jennifer Kolb

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Building a Future Workforce: Pharmacies Partner with High Schools to Sponsor Students Through Pharmacy Tech Program

A projected shortage of trained staff in the years ahead demands looking beyond normal hiring channels.


Liz Hess, PharmD, MS, FISMP, CPPS

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Wellness Support Group Shows Promise in Reducing Burnout

Discussions are led by a variety of experienced preceptors to provide insight, strategies, and resources for pharmacy residents.


Bradley J. Monk, MD, FACS, FACOG

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Practice Pearl 3: Reducing Costs of PARPi for Ovarian Cancer Treatment

Experts in gynecologic oncology provide insight on available patient assistance programs to help lower costs of PARP inhibitors for the treatment of ovarian cancer, and how pharmacists can aid in obtaining this information.


Libby Baney, JD

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Pharmacists Play a Critical Role in Protecting Patients From Illegal Online Drug Sellers

Although approximately 95% of online drug sellers operate illegally, many consumers may never know the medications they receive are not what they claim to be.


Katelyn Galli, PharmD, BCCP

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Counseling Patients About the Importance of Appropriate Pen Needle Administration

As use of injectable medications increases for diabetes and other indications, proper administration is crucial.


Jenna Januszka, PharmD

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Monkeypox Treatment and Prevention: Stopping the Latest Outbreak

There is not yet an FDA-approved treatment available for monkeypox, but existing antiviral agents have been found to be effective in vitro and in animal studies.


Anu Tirupasur

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Learn to Mitigate Feelings of Burnout and Stress

Lack of acknowledgement or rewards in high-pressure pharmacy environments can lead to mental health issues.



Bradley Burk, PharmD, BCPP

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Impact of Tardive Dyskinesia on Quality of Life

Panelists discuss how untreated tardive dyskinesia severely impacts patients' daily functioning and quality of life through physical limitations affecting basic tasks like eating and walking, social isolation due to visible symptoms, and heightened risks for older adults who face increased fall risks, difficulty maintaining independence, and complications from age-related comorbidities.


Luis A. Valcarcel, PharmD Candidate

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Changing the Game: Pharmacy Students' Perspective on Naloxone OTC Approval

To eliminate the existing stigma in the community, addiction must be recognized as a treatable condition rather than an immoral act.



Stephanie Ostling Mason, PharmD, CDCES

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New CMS Rules Underscore Pharmacists’ Role in Improving Glycemic Management

The measures will also affect workers across all areas of the hospital, including dietitians, information technology, nurses, and physicians.


Aric Logsdon, PhD

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Topical Ketamine: A Promising New Avenue for PTSD Treatment

Ketamine topical cream may alleviate symptoms of PTSD without causing the adverse effects and abuse potential often associated with other forms of ketamine administration.


Jacob Coomes, PharmD

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Empowering Diabetes Care: The Evolving Role of Pharmacists

Pharmacists are well-positioned to address diabetes from a multifaceted approach.


Crystal Toribio, PharmD

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Going Back to the Basics: An Asthma Review

A review of asthma guidelines, pharmacotherapy, and the role of the pharmacist.


Diana Roskova

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Pain Management in the ICU Is Complex

Finding the right medication or drug combination for individual patients is critical.


Michael Leighton, PharmD, MBA

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Proposed FDA Rule on Patient Medication Information Seeks to Address Prescription Misuse, Nonadherence

Improved prescription information could help consumers make better health care decisions and result in cost savings.


Ali S. Abud

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Mandatory Immunization of Health Care Workers Leads to Controversy

Legal issues surfaced once again with the COVID-19 pandemic


Susan W. Lanham, PhD, MAFF, CDFA

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Gabapentin Presents High Potential for Misuse

Although the anticonvulsant is not considered a controlled substance, some state legislation focuses on monitoring the use of or reclassifying it.


Ashley Sauro, PharmD, BCPS

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Implementing USP <800> Guidelines in Pediatric Hospitals

Protecting this vulnerable patient population requires specially designed strategies.


Abbey M. Natour

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Respect State Marijuana Laws Act of 2017 Amends Previous Legislation

Past proposal gives insight into lawmakers' thinking about medicinal use of cannabis on a federal level.


Mansi Patel, OMS-II

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Considerations for RSV Prevention in Special Patient Populations

Older adults, patients with weakened immune systems, individuals living in long-term facilities, and those with underlying cardiopulmonary disease are at a higher risk of developing severe RSV infection outcomes.


Krysta Larson, PharmD

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Brexanolone and Zuranolone for the Treatment of Postpartum Depression

The American College of Clinical Gynecology recommends consideration of brexanolone or zuranolone in postpartum patients with onset of moderate-to-severe perinatal depression in the third trimester or within 4 weeks postpartum.


Miriam Haddad, PharmD

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Pharmacists Play a Crucial Role When Addressing Health Literacy

Providers who are sensitive to health literacy have contributed to positive quality improvement across various institutions.


Hovsep Kirikian

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From Shortages to Solutions: Enhancing Drug Manufacturing Through Innovation

Technology and regulations can revolutionize drug manufacturing and ensure a stable supply of medications.


Verona Abdelmeseh, PharmD

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Overview of PARP Inhibitors in the Treatment of Ovarian Cancer

There are 3 PARP inhibitors that are FDA approved in multiple settings of ovarian cancer.


Rachel Cormier

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PQA Annual Meeting: Quality Emerges from the Pandemic, Focused on Access and Equity

Open to all health care professionals, the PQA meeting is a top forum for learning best practices and emerging trends in medication services, pharmacist-provided care and quality improvement initiatives.


Shannon Reidt, PharmD, MPH, MS

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Team-Based Care: How Pharmacists Can Expand Patient Access to Health Care

However, comprehensive policy and payment structures are needed to ensure care sustainability.


Carlie Traylor, PharmD

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NCPA Fellowship Allows Pharmacists to Choose Their Own Adventure

Fellows tap into a network of experts, their practice sites, and countless tools they can apply immediately.