This is the official podcast of Hesham A. Hassaballa, MD, a NY Times-featured Pulmonary and Critical Care physician with decades of experience in the field of Medicine and Critical Care. Healthcare Musings discusses important issues in Critical Care, Healthcare, and Medicine, and Dr. Hassaballa also interviews Great Minds in Medicine.
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Welcome to From Communities to Courtrooms Podcast where nationally recognized personal injury lawyer Tim Miley, founder of Miley Legal, breaks down the world of personal injury law and makes it simple and easier to understand for non-lawyers. He provides an educational and engaging platform to explore a range of topics - from discussing pertinent aspects of personal injury cases that everyone needs to know, to how access to the courtroom for personal injury victims actually strengthens our c ...
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Healthcare providers undergo years of education to hone their expertise and master their chosen specialty. Despite their impeccable clinical skills, few have received formal leadership development and coaching opportunities. The majority have stepped up to lead healthcare teams without someone truly investing in their success. This ultimately results in poor leadership and can negatively impact quality of care. The Commit To Thrive podcast is uniquely designed as an investment in the persona ...
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ASHP Midyear Speaker Series 2025: Mitchell Buckley, PharmD, BCCCP, BCPS, FASHP, FCCM, FCCP
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10:02ASHP’s senior education director, Cindy von Heeringen is joined by Mitchell Buckley, clinical pharmacy specialist at Buckley Group Enterprises LLC, as he discusses his upcoming Midyear sessions that focus on acute care clinical pharmacy performance metrics and the unique pharmacokinetic and pharmacodynamic challenges in dosing chemotherapy, anticoa…
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Hot Topics in Specialty Pharmacy: Results of the Health-System Specialty Pharmacy Work-from-Home Survey: Part 2
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22:06This episode discusses the remainder of the results of the work from home survey conducted in 2024 by members of the Section of Specialty Pharmacy Practitioners Advisory Group on Operational and Workforce Development. The information presented during the podcast reflects solely the opinions of the presenter. The information and materials are not, a…
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ASHP Midyear Speaker Series 2025: Tyler Vest, PharmD, MS, MSSCM, BCPS, BCSCP, FNCAP
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9:55ASHP’s senior education director, Cindy Von Heeringen is joined by Tyler Vest, network director of pharmacy, pharmacy supply chain at the University of Vermont Health Network, as he discusses his upcoming Midyear sessions that focus on ongoing research about the medication use process and the current state. The information presented during the podc…
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Hot Topics in Pharmacy Practice: Over-the-Counter Product Updates
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15:44This podcast provides a review of newer over-the-counter (OTC) items related to pharmacy practice. Participants discuss OTC CGMs, naloxone, birth control, combined influenza/COVID home tests and STD/syphilis home tests. The episode highlights cost information, where to purchase, how and when to use, and more. The information presented during the po…
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Pharmacy Leadership: Innovations in Medication Access and Marketplace Disruptors
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16:13In this podcast, members of the Pharmacy Administration and Leadership Residents’ Collaborative explore disruptive innovations with Dr. Nishaminy Kasbekar and consider future implications as we work to expand medication access. Speakers discuss how these changes are transforming drug procurement, addressing challenges like drug shortages, and impro…
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If an insurance payer denies a claim, and we write an appeal. The very least the payer must do is write a letter in response.By Hesham A. Hassaballa, MD, FCCP
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This is Environmental Services Week, where we honor a crucial member of the healthcare community: those who clean hospital rooms.By Hesham A. Hassaballa, MD, FCCP
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Your First Impression Is Your Only Impression
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10:17Patients frequently base their relationships with Doctors on their first impression. And research shows that our attire has a lot to do with that first impression. On this week's episode, Dr. Hassaballa reviews the latest evidence on Physician attire and the patient-physician relationship. Article: https://bmjopen.bmj.com/content/15/8/e100824…
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ASHP Conference for Pharmacy Leaders Speaker Series: From Strategy to Execution for Agile Organizations
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8:15In anticipation of the 2025 ASHP Conference for Pharmacy Leaders, ASHP is hosting a series of podcast episodes. Join our host, Cynthia Von Heeringen, senior education director at ASHP, as she interviews John Clark, associate chief pharmacy officer at Michigan Medicine Health and clinical associate professor at the University of Michigan College of …
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Research in Pharmacy: Optimizing the Care of Patients with Diabetes: A Conversation with Pharmacist Researchers
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23:55Join us for a conversation with Cheryl Wisseh and Ryan Larson, ASHP Foundation grantees, who will discuss their research, implications for practice, and improving the health of patients and communities. The information presented during the podcast reflects solely the opinions of the presenter. The information and materials are not, and are not inte…
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Wellbeing and Resiliency in Practice: Thriving Through Change: Conversations on Mental Health and Suicide Prevention
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47:55The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP) is a voluntary health organization that gives those affected by suicide a nationwide community empowered by research, education, and advocacy to take action against this leading cause of death. With local programs and events in all 50 states, AFSP’s chapters are at the forefront of suicide preve…
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“A Day In The Life”: Telecritical Care With Dr. Eugene Yeh
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25:27What’s it like to be a Teleintensivist? I asked one of the best in the business, Dr. Eugene Yeh of Sound Physicians. He gives us an intimate view of being a remote critical care specialist. Dr. Yeh on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/eugene-yeh-39ba1844/By Hesham A. Hassaballa, MD, FCCP
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ASHP Conference for Pharmacy Leaders Speaker Series: Embracing Innovation in Patient Care Services ꟷ Demonstrating Value Using Digital Tools, AI, and Integrated Technologies
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9:38In anticipation of the 2025 ASHP Conference for Pharmacy Leaders, ASHP is hosting a series of podcast episodes. Join our host, Cynthia Von Heeringen, senior education director at ASHP as she interviews Kathryn Brown, senior vice president and chief operating officer for national pharmacy at Kaiser Permanente and Elizabeth Rebo, executive director o…
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Practice Journeys: Success Through Mentorship: Exploring ASHP’s Guided Mentorship Program
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17:38In this episode Kim Benner and Lauren Ashton discuss their experiences in the ASHP Guided Mentorship Program. They share how mentorship has shaped their professional growth, how the success of a Student Society of Health-System Pharmacy initiative implemented at Lauren’s school, and offer valuable advice for future mentor-mentee pairs. The informat…
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Clinical Conversations: MOUD on the Move: The Hospital Pharmacist's Role in the Opioid Use Disorder Continuum of Care
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29:45Patients with opioid use disorder (OUD) present to the hospital setting for a variety of reasons, so emergency and inpatient pharmacists increasingly need to have a working knowledge of OUD, its treatment modalities, and other factors that affect the management of these patients. This podcast will discuss aspects of care from presentation to discha…
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Mixed Feelings On Prior Authorization in Traditional Medicare
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10:25CMS unveiled the WISeR Model, a pilot of prior authorization for traditional Medicare beneficiaries. I have mixed feelings about it. NYT Article: https://www.nytimes.com/2025/08/28/health/medicare-prior-approval-health-care.html?smid=nytcore-ios-share&referringSource=articleShare CMS Press Release: https://www.cms.gov/priorities/innovation/innovati…
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Informatics Bytes (CE): From Dream to Reality: Process of Build Completion and Validation
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50:20This is the final episode in a three-part series unveiling how pharmacy technology change requests are taken from idea to implementation. This podcast discusses the next steps required for build validation, testing, implementation, and post-implementation. The information presented during the podcast reflects solely the opinions of the presenter. T…
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We're Your Pharmacist Podcast Series with Joseph Marchiano, PharmD, BCGP, BCPS
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11:03Discover the essential contributions of pharmacists in patient care with We’re Your Pharmacist, a monthly podcast from ASHP. This episode features Joseph Marchiano, lead clinical pharmacist in geriatrics at Summa Health System and assistant professor of pharmacy practice at Northeast Ohio Medical University, as he shares what drew him to a career i…
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Hot Topics in Pharmacy Practice: The Future of Clinical Pharmacy Part 2
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28:50In this podcast, leaders from schools of pharmacies, residency program directors, and health-system pharmacy chiefs discuss why there are declining enrollment numbers in residency programs and what the implications are for the future of clinical pharmacy. In part two of this series, we will explore what are the implications behind the numbers and w…
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Hot Topics in Pharmacy: Building Trust for Safer Care: Pharmacists’ Role in Addressing Medication Misconceptions
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18:09This podcast explores the vital role pharmacists play in addressing misinformation about medications. The discussion covers common sources of misconceptions, strategies for engaging patients in respectful, non-confrontational conversations, and challenges pharmacists face during these conversations. Listeners can learn practical insights on effecti…
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ASHP Conference for Pharmacy Leaders Speaker Series: Tackling the Revenue Cycle Challenge- Processes, Politics, Payers, and Patients
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8:10In anticipation of the 2025 ASHP Conference for Pharmacy Leaders, ASHP is hosting a series of podcast episodes. Join our host, Cynthia Von Heeringen, senior education director at ASHP, as she interviews Venessa Goodnow, assistant vice president and chief pharmacy officer at Jackson Health System, as she discusses her upcoming sessions, Tackling the…
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Americans Are Drinking Less: That’s Amazing News!
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5:34Gallup’s recent poll showed that Americans are drinking alcohol at the lowest rate ever. This is something that should be celebrated. Poll Link: https://news.gallup.com/poll/693362/drinking-rate-new-low-alcohol-concerns-surge.aspxBy Hesham A. Hassaballa, MD, FCCP
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Informatics Bytes (CE): Pharmacy Technology Build Structure: Governance and Processes Management
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30:14This podcast reviews system governance and other approval steps prior to the technology team begins building the request. Panelists discuss prioritization considerations and methods to incorporate system standardization into the original requests. The information presented during the podcast reflects solely the opinions of the presenter. The inform…
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Clinical Conversations (C.E.): Recorded Pharmacist Series: Acute Coronary Syndrome
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36:11Heart disease related costs in the United States amounted to nearly $239 billion between 2018 and 2019, and heart disease contributed to nearly 700,000 deaths. This activity will review the pathophysiology and clinical presentation of acute coronary syndromes and categorize the guideline-recommended pharmacologic management strategies for the treat…
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Technician Insights: Two Roles, One Mission: The Dual Impact of Pharmacy Technicians and Community Health Workers
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19:23This podcast highlights how pharmacy technicians incorporate community health worker roles into their practice - breaking barriers, expanding access, and improving patient outcomes. Join us as we dive into real-world stories, innovative models, and the future potential of this dynamic, dual-impact workforce. The information presented during the pod…
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Advocating for Impact: Unpacking the CY 2026 CMS Proposed Rules: PFS and OPPS Highlights
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21:58In this episode of Unpacking the CY 2026 Proposed Rules: PFS and OPPS Highlights, we break down key changes outlined by CMS in the 2026 Physician Fee Schedule and Outpatient Prospective Payment System proposed rules. We will offer insights on payment updates, policy shifts, and what these changes could mean for our members and their patients. The i…
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Informatics Bytes: The Ethics of Intelligence
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34:26Artificial intelligence (AI) is a prominent topic across all healthcare professions. As we continue to explore its potential to enhance patient care, it is imperative to remain vigilant about the ethical and moral challenges this technology may present. Join our expert panel as they discuss the integration of ethical decision-making in the adoption…
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ASHP Midyear Speaker Series 2025: Angela Goodhart, PharmD, BCACP, CTTS
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8:23ASHP’s senior education director, Cindy Von Heeringen is joined by Angela Goodhart, associate professor of Clinical Pharmacy and Family Medicine at West Virginia University, as she discusses her upcoming Midyear sessions that focuses on key components for a successful residency interview and defining characteristics and values of the different gene…
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AJHP Voices: National trends in prescription drug expenditures and projections for 2025
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32:29In this podcast, Dr. Eric Tichy and Dr. Matthew Rim discuss the AJHP Special Feature "National trends in prescription drug expenditures and projections for 2025” with host and AJHP Editor in Chief Dr. Daniel Cobaugh. The information presented during the podcast reflects solely the opinions of the presenter. The information and materials are not, an…
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Informatics Bytes: Data Analytics Careers for Pharmacy Professionals
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33:10This podcast provides an overview of the growing field of data analytics. Panelists discuss their career paths in data analytics roles as well as transferrable skills and training and education they've received that have led successful careers in data analytics. The information presented during the podcast reflects solely the opinions of the presen…
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Hot Topics in Pharmacy: The Future of Clinical Pharmacy Part 1
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40:56Why is enrollment in residency programs dropping? And what does this decline mean for clinical pharmacists? In this podcast, leaders from schools of pharmacies, residency program directors, and health-system pharmacy chiefs discuss why there are declining enrollment numbers in residency programs and what the implications are for the future of clini…
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Educator Essentials: Why Be a Mentor to Junior Faculty
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36:34This podcast discusses the importance of serving as a mentor to junior faculty. Two faculty mentors review motivations for becoming a mentor and the benefits and challenges of mentorship. The information presented during the podcast reflects solely the opinions of the presenter. The information and materials are not, and are not intended as, a comp…
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Live With ASHP (Leaders Podcast Series): ASHP Conference for Pharmacy Leaders Speaker Series: Innovative Leadership Strategies for the Entrepreneurial-Minded Leader
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5:46In anticipation of the 2025 ASHP Conference for Pharmacy Leaders, ASHP is hosting a series of podcast episodes. Join our host, Cynthia Von Heeringen, senior education director at ASHP as she interviews Joshua Hammonds, PhD, chair & professor of communication at Rollins College as he discusses his upcoming session Innovative Leadership Strategies fo…
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Artificial Intelligence can’t get get tired. Artificial Intelligence can’t get burned out. Artificial Intelligence can do a lot. There are things, however, that Doctors do that AI can’t.By Hesham A. Hassaballa, MD, FCCP
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ASHP Midyear Speaker Series 2025: John Armitstead, MS, RPh, FASHP, CPEL, Jeffrey Reichard, PharmD, MS, CPEL, FNCAP, and Amy Gutierrez, PharmD, CPEL
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17:17ASHP’s senior education director, Cindy Von Heeringen is joined by John Armitstead, vice president of Pharmacy Services at Lee Health, Jeffrey Reichard, system executive director at UNC Health, and Amy Gutierrez, chief pharmacy officer at John Muir Health, as they discuss their upcoming Midyear session that focuses on applying leadership strategies…
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AJHP Voices: Implementing standard practices in the safe handling of gene therapy and biohazardous drugs in a health-system setting
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34:09In this podcast, Dr. Zoe Ngo and Dr. Austin Wang discuss the AJHP Case Study "Implementing standard practices in the safe handling of gene therapy and biohazardous drugs in a health-system setting” with host and AJHP Editor in Chief Dr. Daniel Cobaugh. The information presented during the podcast reflects solely the opinions of the presenter. The i…
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Community Pharmacy: Utilizing Collaborative Practice Agreements to Facilitate Effective Care Transitions
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14:54In this episode, community pharmacists share collaborative practice agreements that they use to improve access, ensure safety, and optimize patient care during transitions of care. The information presented during the podcast reflects solely the opinions of the presenter. The information and materials are not, and are not intended as, a comprehensi…
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Hot Topics in Specialty Pharmacy: Specialty Pharmacy Recruitment: Demonstrating Value and Best Practices for Quality Recruitment
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37:42In recent years, pharmacy school enrollment and pursuit of pharmacy residency has declined nationally. This trend has impacted specialty pharmacy residencies in particular because pharmacy students tend to have less familiarity with specialty pharmacy as a practice setting. This podcast will target specific strategies to recruit highly successful c…
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Educator Essentials: Mentorship Coffee Chat: Sip, Chat, and Level Up as a Junior Faculty
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35:47Navigating the world of pharmacy academia can be challenging. Having mentors assist with your career development and provide guidance is beneficial for junior faculty. This episode will discuss the benefits of having multiple mentors and how to find a mentor in academia. The information presented during the podcast reflects solely the opinions of t…
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Hot Topics in Pharmacy: Navigating the End of Year Sprint: A Population Health Perspective
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29:33Join us for a discussion from pharmacy and leadership perspectives about population health end of year efforts to meet quality measures. The information presented during the podcast reflects solely the opinions of the presenter. The information and materials are not, and are not intended as, a comprehensive source of drug information on this topic.…
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Pharmacy Leadership: SPPL: Unlocking Potential through Leadership Development
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18:54This podcast explores the business of pharmacy, leadership growth, and career advancement, featuring expert interviews, practical strategies, and real-world experiences. Whether you're an established leader or preparing for your first leadership role, this podcast offers valuable guidance to support your professional journey. The information presen…
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Educator Essentials: Early-Career Faculty Life: Successfully Navigating the Journey from Assistant to Associate Professor
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40:39This podcast provides junior faculty members with guidance on how to navigate life as an early-career faculty member and how to best position themselves to successfully advance in rank. A diverse panel of faculty members discusses their own careers, provides advice to junior faculty on how to advocate for themselves to their supervisor, and shares …
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Limiting Student Loans: Penny Wise, Pound Foolish
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8:11Limiting student loans for professional schools is so horribly shortsighted. Dr. Hassaballa explains why.By Hesham A. Hassaballa, MD, FCCP
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Informatics Bytes (CE): Why is it Taking So Long? Introduction to Healthcare Change Request Build (CE)
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18:27This is the first episode in a three-part series discussing how pharmacy technology change requests are taken from idea to implementation. This podcast introduces what pharmacy technology change requests entail, common request categories, and features of a clear request. CE for this episode expires on July 26, 2027. The information presented during…
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SOPIT DSA: A Conversation with Distinguished Service Awardee for the Section of Pharmacy Informatics and Technology Julie Pawola
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11:31In this Pharmacy Leadership episode, Hesham Mourad, immediate past-chair of the ASHP Section of Pharmacy Informatics and Technology, has a discussion with SOPIT member and Distinguished Service Awardee for 2024, Julie Pawola, to discuss her service within the section and the role ASHP has played in her development as a pharmacy practice leader. The…
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Educator Essentials: What Even Is Professionalism?
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32:21Educators have noticed a growing trend of learners not exhibiting behaviors that will help them in the professional workforce, while learners might now understand the expectations educators will have of them. This podcast will shed the led the light on how professionalism is defined by different groups and how we can bridge the chasm that seems to …
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AJHP Voices: Psychiatric learning experiences in PGY1 pharmacy residency training: A 5-year analysis
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27:16In this podcast, Dr. Suzanne Harris and Dr. Charles Caley discuss the AJHP Practice Research Report, “Psychiatric learning experiences in PGY1 pharmacy residency training: A 5-year analysis,” with host and AJHP Editor in Chief Dr. Daniel Cobaugh. The information presented during the podcast reflects solely the opinions of the presenter. The informa…
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Informatics Bytes: The Future of Data Analytics for Pharmacy Professionals
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39:33This podcast will provide an overview of how data analytics-related careers for pharmacy professionals will evolve as organizational needs and technology change. Panelists on this podcast currently work in data analytics-related roles and will discuss automation, predictive analytics, real-world evidence and artificial intelligence. The information…
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We're Your Pharmacist Podcast Series with Mariah Hollabaugh, PharmD, MBA, BCPS, CPEL, Hayle Gillespie, CPht, CHW-C, and Jodie Gregg
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16:34Discover the essential contributions of pharmacists in patient care with We’re Your Pharmacist, a monthly podcast from ASHP. This episode features Mariah Hollabaugh, director of pharmacy at Citizens Memorial Hospital, Hayle Gillespie, medication access specialist at Citizens Memorial Hospital, and Jodie Gregg, an advocate and patient. Gain insights…
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Clinical Conversations (C.E.): Recorded Pharmacist Series: Biomarkers 201 — BRCA1 and BRCA2
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12:29This episode discusses the Food and Drug Administration and National Institutes of Health Biomarker Working Group updates to the original 2018 BEST Resource in 2021, including the understanding and classification of biomarkers like BRCA1 and BRCA 2. This presentation highlights how these changes affect cancer risk diagnostics and provides a resourc…
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