Authors


Yesha Patel, PharmD Candidate, Class of 2022

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Data Show Inequities From the HIV, COVID-19 Pandemics Remain Left to Be Addressed

Pharmacies can help bring inequities plaguing health care systems to an end to ensure the COVID-19 pandemic does not follow trends of inequity experienced in the HIV pandemic.


Hannah Langlais

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Interactive Case Studies: May 2023

Cases address gastrointestinal issues and alcohol abuse.


Chas McCormick, RPh, MBA

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Hepatic Encephalopathy: Critical Insights and Closing Thoughts

In their concluding remarks, Arun Jesudian, MD; Ralph J. Riello, PharmD, BCPS, and Chas McCormick, RPh, MBA, summarize the key takeaways and highlight the persistent unmet needs in the management of hepatic encephalopathy.


Shamiron Shahbaz-Arami, PharmD Candidate

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The Evolving Role of the Pharmacist in Opioid Use Disorder

Pharmacists’ pharmacotherapeutic expertise helps them advocate for their patients and assist providers.


Dan Paul, PharmD, MPBA

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The Role of Consulting in Specialty Pharmacy

Understanding the complicated web of insurers, discounts from government and commercial plans, and payer access is extremely complicated.


Tesnim Shash, PharmD Candidate

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Novel Combination Therapies in Relapsed/ Refractory Classical Hodgkin Lymphoma

Data shed light on brentuximab vedotin plus nivolumab, bendamustine, or gemcitabine.


Rena Cuneo, PharmD Candidate

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Risks and Impacts of Cannabis Use During Pregnancy: A Growing Concern for Neonatal Health

Cannabis use during pregnancy may harm fetal development and long-term health.


Madison Kim

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Learn to Mitigate Feelings of Burnout and Stress

Lack of acknowledgement or rewards in high-pressure pharmacy environments can lead to mental health issues.


Emily Drwiega, PharmD, BCIDP, BCPS, AAHIVP

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Pharmacist Expertise Is Critical to Combating Financial Toxicity for Patients With C difficile Infection

Pharmacists can also ensure proper education and selection of therapy before and after discharge.


Nilesh Desai, MBA, BS, RPh, CPPS

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Capitalize on Biosimilars: Understand the Inflation Reduction Act

Pharmacists should continue to monitor payer policy changes and reimbursement rates and improve understanding of electronic order entry.


Jason Rubin

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How Tech-Enabled Pharmacy Can Help Reinvent the Pharmacy Experience

The outmoded technology used in many pharmacies keeps pharmacists behind the scenes, tethered to slow, intermittent communication with the rest of the patient’s care team.


Brett M Derleth, PharmD, BCPS

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Evaluation of a Chemotherapy Advanced Preparation Pilot Program to Improve Throughput in an Oncology Infusion Clinic

Pharmacy workflow changes in the preparation of chemotherapy products can reduce patient chair time.


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.


Brittany Hawley, BS, PharmD Candidate

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What You Should Know About RSV and How to Prevent It

It is important for pharmacists to understand what RSV is, who is most affected by it, and what options are out there to prevent serious disease.


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.