Authors
Latest:
Oral Semaglutide for the Management of Type 2 Diabetes MellitusSome pertinent information pharmacists should know about oral semaglutide
Latest:
THE PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRY: CONTRIBUTING TO BETTER MEDICINESDrs. Patel, Singh, and Whalen are postdoctoral fellows in the Rutgers Pharmaceutical Industry Fellowship Program. Dr. Alexander is director of the Institute for Pharmaceutical Industry Fellowships, Ernest Mario School of Pharmacy, Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey. Dr. Barone is professor and chair of the Department of Pharmacy Practice and Administration, Ernest Mario School of Pharmacy, Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey.
Latest:
GoutGout is a chronic, inflammatory form of arthritis that is increasing in prevalence in the United States. There are a variety of pharmacologic and nonpharmacologic options for treating and preventing flares of gout.
Latest:
Survey Asks Pharmacists About Potential Pet PoisonsA recent survey evaluated the baseline knowledge of licensed pharmacists with regard to common pet toxins.
Latest:
The Road Less Traveled: Nontraditional Work Arrangements in AcademiaAccording 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.
Latest:
Medicare Part D Insulin Tiering Change: Impact on Health OutcomesThis study explores the impact of a Medicare Part D formulary tier change, specifically with respect to branded insulin products, on insulin adherence, hemoglobin A1C, and diabetes-related events in elderly diabetic beneficiaries strategies for selection of appropriate and cost-effective therapy will also be discussed.
Latest:
To Substitute or Not to Substitute: That Is the QuestionWith generic prescriptions on the rise, every pharmacist needs a through understanding of therapeutic equivalence and the generic approval process.
Latest:
Developing Optimal Patient Medication InformationPatient medication information should be the most critical information in a patient-friendly format so that individuals can make the most informed decisions about their drugs.
Latest:
Cost-Effectiveness of Docetaxel-Cyclophosphamide Versus Doxorubicin-Cyclophosphamide for Breast CancerCompared with doxorubicin plus cyclophosphamide, docetaxel plus cyclophosphamide was highly cost-effective for adjuvant treatment of operable breast cancer.
Latest:
Pharmacists in ACOs Part 3: Chronic Care Management, Chronic Disease State Management, and Transition of CareAfter discussing the Basics of Accountable Care Organizations and Medication Therapy Management and Annual Wellness Visit services, the third and last section of the Pharmacists in ACOs series will focus on 3 more integration strategies for pharmacists within the ACO setting, including chronic care management, chronic disease state management, and transitions of care.
Latest:
Impact of Medicaid Preferred Drug List on Long-Acting Opioid UsersAn opioid preferred drug list was not associated with an increase in emergency department visits or hospitalizations in a Medicaid population.
Latest:
How Do Pharmacies Evaluate Cleanroom Automation Systems?Check out these pre- and postimplementation checklists, which also help to justify the investment.
Latest:
Telepharmacy and Its Impact on Formulary AdherenceTelepharmacy is comparable to usual care in transitioning members new to an HMO onto formulary medications.
Latest:
Understanding the Evolving Landscape of Malignant MelanomaThis Continuing Education activity is supported by an educational grant from Merck Sharpe & Dohme Corp.
Latest:
Media Hype Leaves Doctors Confused, Patients Frightened over AvandiaDr. Garnier is the chief executive officer of GlaxoSmithKline.
Latest:
Implementing Guideline-Recommended Therapy for Patients With CKD: Is Hope on the Horizon?This commentary addresses the possible reasons for treatment gaps between recommended therapy for patients with CKD, and the realities of current practices, and examines new developments that may bridge the gap.
Latest:
Successful Implementation of Student-Driven Virtual Transitions of Care Model During the COVID-19 PandemicVirtual transitions of care services are a valuable and viable opportunity for students to progress to graduation and gain valuable experience in preparation for professional employment.
Latest:
Hepatitis C Management: How Payers, Providers, and Pharmacies Can Work Together to Stem CostsNew models of collaboration can guide providers in optimizing care for patients with HCV.
Latest:
How Clinic-Based Specialty Pharmacy Services Strengthen Health Systems of Every SizeThe significant jump in hospital-owned specialty pharmacies bolsters the belief that health system leaders increasingly understand how these services enable their organizations to enhance patient care and achieve market differentiation.
Latest:
Distributors Reveal the Road Map to Successful Specialty Therapy LaunchesA strong partnership can support the successful commercialization of a product, position the therapy to meet a manufacturer’s business goals, and provide patients with an option to improve their health and quality of life.
Latest:
Minority Report: Using Big Data to Anticipate Patient BehaviorBy leveraging analysis of "Big Data," pharmacies can extend their ability to serve a key role in primary care.
