Authors


Ashley Howard, PharmD, BCPS

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Telepharmacy and Its Impact on Formulary Adherence

Telepharmacy is comparable to usual care in transitioning members new to an HMO onto formulary medications.


Jelena Lewis, PharmD

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New Therapies for Patients With Type 2 Diabetes

Many patients with T2D will require insulin therapy; however, these patients are also likely to develop insulin resistance over time.


Jeannette Wick, RPh

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Optimizing Treatment Regimens for Multiple Sclerosis: The Pharmacist's Role in Advancing Patient Care

This Continuing Education activity is supported by educational grants from Sanofi-Aventis US Genzyme and Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation.


Andrew Van Deusen, PharmD

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An Introduction to Pharmaceutical Industry Fellowships

With the current increase in pharmacy school enrollment contributing to a more competitive job market, novel and nontraditional career paths may become a more viable option for pharmacy school graduates.


Matthew Sullivan, PharmD

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Preparing for a Career in Specialty Pharmacy

There are a multitude of reasons why pharmacy students choose to pursue a career in specialty pharmacy.


Dana H. Felthouse, MBA

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Mission Possible: Managing Specialty Pharmacy Costs and Utilization

To get the right drug in the right amount at the right time to the patient in the most cost-effective manner, the following strategies must be used.



By Alicia Rybovic

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Surgery May Be New Option for Those With Migraines

With over 30 million Americans suffering from migraines, health care professionals are constantly searching for new alternatives to eliminate the disabling pain for patients.


Gregory A. Low, RPh, PhD

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Therapeutic Substitution From Atorvastatin to Simvastatin: Impact on LDL Control

Evaluation of a therapeutic substitution from atorvastatin to simvastatin on low-density lipoprotein control, and assessment of program participation rates for a commercially insured population.




Matthew P. Pietro, PharmD Candidate

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Watch for Interactions With Warfarin

Patients on this therapy should monitor their INR frequently, especially when adding other medications.


Jonathan M. Ogurchak, PharmD, CSP

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Clinical Overview: Teprotumumab for Thyroid Eye Disease

Teprotumumab is the first fully human IgG1 monoclonal antibody approved by the FDA for the treatment of thyroid eye disease at its source not just reducing the symptoms.


John Bujnoski

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Has the US Biosimilar Market Reached a Tipping Point?

The launch of a second Remicade biosimilar could open the floodgates to biosimilar competition in the specialty drug market.



Julie Hessick

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Electronic Prior Authorization can Increase Dispensing Workflow of Specialty Medications

Electronic prior authorization may enhance support for a value-based pharmaceutical market.


Joel C. Claycomb, PharmD

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Homeopathy in Pharmacies: The Great Debate

Two speakers faced off during a session at the 78th FIP World Congress of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences in Glasgow, Scotland, about whether these products have merit.




Marc Lanceta, CPhT

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Lessons Learned: How Health-System Pharmacy Technicians Are Tackling COVID-19

The California Board of Pharmacy has authorized multiple waivers of specific provisions of pharmacy law, several of which have had major implications for pharmacy technicians and their scope of practice.


Lauren M. Green, OncLive

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‘Smart' Alkylator TH-302 Shows Clinical Benefit in Early Multiple Myeloma Trial

Study assesses the safety and tolerability of TH-302 in combination with dexamethasone.


Yunlu Chen, PharmD Candidate, Rozena Varghese, PharmD Candidate

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Generic Market Overview: Standing at the Top of the Patent Cliff

The generic marketplace remains dynamic and complicated, as patent expirations,interest in biosimilars, and international competition spur major changes.



Alex Toman, PharmD, MSPBA, CSP

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Hub Services: Simplifying Specialty Pharmacy

Hub services act to simplify the complexity and perform as an intermediary between involved parties.


Gary Rice, RPh, MS, MBA, CSP

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What Defines an Independent Specialty Pharmacy?

Independent specialty pharmacies foster the development of innovative services and programs that demonstrate a patient-centric approach and an entrepreneurial business philosophy.


Brenda Jensen, CPHT, CNMT, MBA

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USP Recommends Medical Surveillance

Those who handle hazardous drugs on a regular basis should follow steps to minimize exposure.


Jaclyn Chessher, PharmD

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Protein S Deficiency

Protein S deficiency is a type of inherited thrombophilia associated with increased risk of venous thromboembolism.


Martha M. Rumore, PharmD, JD, LLM, FAPhA

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Nonprescription Drug and Cosmetic Regulatory Overhaul: What Pharmacists Need to Know

The crucial role of self-care pharmacy practice requires that pharmacists develop a robust understanding of the implications of the current and proposed regulatory changes for nonprescription drugs.


Rebekah Wahking, PharmD,MBA Candidate

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Balancing Prescription Safety and Cost

Pharmacists in the Chicago area feel “overwhelmed” and “pressured” to meet demands and quotas.


Craig I. Coleman, Pharm

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Case Studies (June 2016)

What should these pharmacists do?