Authors


Megan Irlmeier, PharmD

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Vaccination Conversations: Mastering Patient Q&A at the Pharmacy

When you’re unsure about answering a patient question, err on the side of caution and refer them to a pharmacist.


David Schweihs

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Unraveling the DSCSA Serialization Puzzle: Implications for Drug Shortages and Patient Care

The pharmaceutical landscape faces challenges with drug serialization, including data discrepancies and potential shortages, but technology emerges as a beacon of hope for the industry.


Marc Stone, MD

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The Pharmacist’s Role: Opioid-related Risks With a Psychiatric Drug

Pharmacists dispensing Lybalvi should understand that potentially life-threatening consequences can occur if opioids are taken concurrently.


Ivan Huang, PharmD, BCOP

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Targeting the Untargetable: Novel Agents in Acute Myeloid Leukemia

Pharmacists have an important role in the optimization of AML therapies.


Blanca I. Ortiz, PharmD, BSPh

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Improving Vaccination Rates Among Adults and Young Adults

Myths, fears, distrust, and misinformation on immunizations can keep patients from benefiting from their protective effects.


Emilie Parkman, PharmD Candidate

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Clinical Overview: Evidence Surrounding the Use of Venlafaxine for Vestibular Migraine

Migraines are common yet misunderstood, therefore it is important that various treatment options be examined and offered to this patient population.


Lori R. Donnelly, PharmD

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Standardized Onboarding Reduces Turnover of Pharmacy Technicians

The primary point of contact, called the Technician Success and Onboarding Coordinator (TSOC), is a new role created specifically to improve pharmacy technician retention.



Nicholas Maroulis, PharmD

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Walking Together: How Pinksocks Are Inspiring Compassion and Connection in Cancer Care

The story of pinksocks and the inspiring movement that they launched.


Dan Steiber, RPh, Pharmacy Times Oncology Edition Editor-in-Chief (Emeritus)

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Developing a Limited Distribution Plan for Oral Oncology Products

The portfolio of oral oncology products has evolved over the past few years and so has the traditional model of distribution.


Judy L. Neville, CPHT, CPST

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Technicians Can Help With Sterile Compounding

Amid pharmacy strikes and ongoing challenges, technicians can identify new opportunities for growth


Alexis E Figueroa, PharmD Candidate

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Expansion of OTC Medications: What Does This Mean for Pharmacy?

Student pharmacists are uniquely positioned to support community pharmacists and help educate members of their community and other health care professionals.


Cherokee Layson-Wolf, PharmD, BCACP, FAPhA

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Pharmacists Enhancing RSV Care

Cherokee Layson-Wolf, PharmD, BCACP, FAPhA, provides key takeaways and advice to pharmacists on the administration of RSV vaccines.


Madeline Kravitz, PharmD Candidate

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Hindsight Is 20/20: Two Final-Year Student Pharmacists Reflect on Their Experiences

Pharmacy school is about more than academics—it's also a time to build relationships and explore opportunities.


Valerie Wasem

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ABM Offers Opportunity for Professional Growth

Appointment-based models are typically most effective when all pharmacy team members participate.


Jamie Winn, PharmD

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Research Reveals US Regions With Highest Drugstore Closures

Pennsylvania, California, and New York were within the top 3 states, according to the findings.


Robert Mown, PharmD

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Oncology Overview: Examining the Clinical Utility of Ramucirumab Targeted Therapy

Ramucirumab (Cyramza; Eli Lilly) is FDA-approved for 5 unique cancer indications.


Paris Dade, PharmD

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SGLT-2 Inhibitors Associated with Reduced Hyperkalemia in Patients With Heart Failure

SGLT-2 inhibitors reduce cardiovascular deaths, heart failure hospitalizations, hyperkalemia, and decline of renal function in patients with HFrEF.


Mariam Sardar, PharmD

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Clinical Overview: Tirzepatide for Improved Glycemic Control in Type 2 Diabetes

The FDA approved tirzepatide for the treatment of type 2 diabetes on May 13, 2022


Jason Chen, PharmD

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The Impact of USP 797, USP 800 on Compounding Pharmacies

USP 800 was a necessary step to maximize safety, but it also recommended many institutions reevaluate their facilities, equipment, processes, and staffing capacity, potentially costing millions of dollars.


Jennifer Donovan, PharmD

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Quality Initiative Demonstrates the Benefits of Integrated Pharmacy Care Model

Pharmacists and pharmacy technicians can more efficiently and proactively incorporate their expertise into patient care, reduce the administrative burden on nursing staff, and help patients overcome financial obstacles and other hurdles to accessing medications.


Madison Holmes, PharmD, BCPS; Chenita Carter, PharmD, MS; Chanley Moye, PharmD; Soteria Omeke, PharmD Candidate; Bunmi Ikunika, PharmD Candidate

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The Impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic on Pharmacy Learners’ Academic Health

The unique challenges that pharmacy learners encountered during the COVID-19 pandemic reinforce their importance in the professional pharmacy setting.


Pharmacy Technician Certification Board

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Celebrating Pharmacy Technician Day: Investing in the Future of Health Care

Employers can support technicians by investing in certification opportunities.


Gregg VandeKieft, MD, MA

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Pharmacists Participating in Advanced Pain Management Modalities for Refractory Pain

Patient selection is a key factor in the safe and effective administration of advanced pain management modalities.


Rachel L. Quinn, PharmD, BCACP, AE-C

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A Pharmacist’s Guide to Continuous Glucose Monitoring

This guide discusses the integration of continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) technology into clinical practice, emphasizing the role of pharmacists in selecting and optimizing CGM devices for patients.


Veedhi Shah, PharmD, RPh

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Exxua: A Lengthy Approval Under a Regulatory Lens

The story of gepirone may spark new conversations for industry standards on drug development to facilitate future innovations.


Brooke Peters, PharmD, BCOP

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Revolutionizing Outpatient Oncology Care: The Seamless Integration of Artificial Intelligence

Artificial intelligence holds immense potential to address the rising demand for oncology services and improve patient outcomes by facilitating more effective, efficient, personalized cancer care.


Lauren B. Angelo, PharmD, MBA

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Key Things to Consider for the Effective Utilization of RSV Vaccines

Experts give important background information on respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), as well as the key clinical considerations that are associated with RSV vaccine use.


Caden Alder

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Pharmacy Students Lead Drive-Through Influenza Vaccination Event

Idaho State University partners with the Idaho Immunization Coalition to effectively and safely vaccinate patients against influenza.


Jesse McCullough, PharmD

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The Value of Core Values in Pharmacy

Well-defined core values can take pharmacy operations to the next level.