|Podcasts|November 26, 2021

Pharmacy Focus Episode 36: Breaking the Stigma Surrounding Multiple Sclerosis

Diagnosis, treatment options, and the role of the pharmacist in patient care are all important factors when looking at multiple sclerosis as a whole.

In this week’s episode, we will be discussing multiple sclerosis, including diagnosis, treatment options, and the role of the pharmacist in patient care, with Dr. Tirisham Gyang and pharmacist Dr. Margaret Hansen. If you would like to nominate a pharmacist or pharmacy staff member as a Pharmacy Hero, email AAntrim@pharmacytimes.com!

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