Authors



Ed Sredzienski, MSPharm

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Acute Pain Management for Patients Maintained on Buprenorphine and Naloxone Therapy

Buprenorphine and naloxone (Suboxone) is a mu-opioid receptor partial agonist and a kappa-opioid receptor antagonist used to treat opioid dependence.


Theresa Morrow, PharmD

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Let's Dance! How to Get Your Pharmacy Involved with NCAA March Madness!

Whether you are a newbie like me or a serious fan, I’ve listed a few ways for your pharmacy to build some rapport and have some good-natured competition during this year’s Marhc Madness tournament


Jennifer Cretu

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Health Care Solutions for a Changing Landscape

While navigating the expanding marketplace, health care innovators must continue to cope with rising costs, barriers to access, and a complicated reimbursement environment.


Thora Brown

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Diversity in Pharmacy: Atypical Jobs for Pharmacists

There is more to pharmacy than working retail. Here is a list of pharmacist jobs that are not well known to the general public.



John O. Beckner, RPh

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Pharmacy’s Role in Public Health Initiatives

Panelists share final thoughts and advice regarding the critical role pharmacy has played and continues to play in public health initiatives.


Eleanor O. Caplan, PharmD, PhD

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Telephone-Based Cardiovascular Medication Therapy Management in Medicare Part D Enrollees With Diabetes

A telephonic pharmacist-delivered medication therapy management intervention is an effective method for increasing the utilization of guideline-recommended cardiovascular therapies in high-risk Medicare patients with diabetes.


Mugdha Gore, PhD

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Cost Implications of Early Treatment Initiation Among Patients With Newly Diagnosed Fibromyalgia

Initiation of treatment with guideline-recommended medications within 60 days of fibromyalgia diagnosis was associated with immediate annual healthcare cost savings.


Marina Reed, PharmD Candidate

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Key Points From the 2016 NIOSH List of Antineoplastic and Hazardous Drugs in Health Care Settings

In response to the numerous concerns regarding antineoplastic drugs and other medications that may threaten the health of patients and health care workers, the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) developed a list, updated biennially, of hazardous drugs.


Jennifer Mazan, PharmD

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The Road Less Traveled: Nontraditional Work Arrangements in Academia

According to the 2014 National Pharmacist Workforce Study, approximately 18.7% of women and 16.4% of men actively engaged as pharmacists reported working part-time.


Maureen McKinney

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Potentially Deadly Fungal Superbug Reported for First Time in US Patients

First described in Japan in 2009, C. auris infections have since been reported in at least 10 countries.


Wenyi Qiu, MS

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Trends in High-Cost Generic Drug Utilization and Spend

The prevalence and proportion of spend on high-cost generic drugs is examined.



Cynthia R. Hennen, BS, RPh

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Importance of Medication Reconciliation in the Continuum of Care

Successful performance of medication reconciliation can have a positive impact on patient response to a hospital stay as well as support improvement in clinical quality and financial outcome.


Lindsay R. Kohler

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Get Familiar With the FDA Drug Recall Process

This is an important area for pharmacists to apply their knowledge of medications.


Daniel B. Ng, PharmD, MBA

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Persistence With Mirabegron Versus Tolterodine in Patients With Overactive Bladder

In a retrospective analysis of the Optum database, overactive bladder patients treated with mirabegron bladder patients persisted longer with treatment than patients treated with tolterodine, and had reduced resource utilization and costs.


Trish Riley

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The Drug Pricing Debate Is Finally Shining a Light on Pharmacy Benefit Managers

There have been several recent federal efforts aimed at bringing more balance into the market by increasing PBM oversight.


Craig Beavers, PharmD, FACC, FAHA, FCCP, BCCP, BCPSAQ Cardiology, CACP

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Successful Collaborative Care Strategies for Pharmacists

The panel concludes its discussion with insights on successful strategies that can inform optimal collaborative care practices for cardiovascular risk reduction in patients with ASCVD.


Warren Davis, MBA

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Medical Channel Management Programs

Specialty medication management programs offer plan sponsors a way to rein in costs, uncover hidden drug charges, and close the "oversight gap."


Michael Wankum, PharmD, BCPS

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Fosfomycin Use

Fosfomycin (Monurol) is an antibiotic that uses a unique mechanism of action to establish its bactericidal activity.


Jeremy Sasser

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Managing Inventory Well Is a Critical Function

A new year is a great time to take on this task, which helps maximize cash flow and contributes to overall patient safety.


Leylah Azali, PharmD

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The 7 Habits of Highly Effective Pharmacy Students and Interns

Can we teach effective habits? Is there a blueprint for helping pharmacy students and interns be more proactive, prioritize more efficiently, and embrace a strong work ethic?


Emily Bintrim, PharmD Candidate

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The Role of the Specialty Pharmacist in Treating Colorectal Cancer

Pharmacists are a rich resource, not only in the management of colorectal cancer, but in every aspect of health care.


Marlowe Djuric Kachlic, PharmD

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Evaluating Allergic Rhinitis in the Convenient Health Care Clinic: Treatment Strategies for Clinicians and Pharmacists

This Continuing Education activity is supported by an educational grant from McNeil Consumer Healthcare Division.


Amy T. Murdico, PharmD, BCPS

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Cannabidiol Presents Conundrums

Recent federal legalization and increases sales of CBD underscore the importance of considering its pharmacologic impact.


Ece Okarlton, PharmD

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Cannabidiol Products' Impact on Pharmacist-Provided Medication Management

Pharmacists can assist with advising patients who present with quality concerns to use CBD products that provide certificates of analyses, and catch significant drug interactions before they occur.


Sarah J. Clark, MPH

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Formulary Coverage for Antihypertensive Drugs Used in Children

Differences in formulary coverage of antihypertensive medications for children between private and public insurance plans may impact physician prescribing practices and patient outcomes.


Suzanne J. Tschida, PharmD, BCPS

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Outcomes of a Specialty Pharmacy Program for Oral Oncology Medications

Our research focuses on the clinical and economic outcomes of patients receiving care from a payer-designated specialty pharmacy program compared with regular retail pharmacies.


Kelly E. Martin, PharmD, BCPS

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Treatment of ESBL-producing E coli Lower Urinary Tract Infection

A case involving a 43-year-old female with a history of type 2 diabetes who is admitted for hyperglycemia as well as complaints of dysuria and increased urinary frequency.