Tim Ulbrich, PharmD

Pharmacists rethink retirement: use compound growth, start early, and define the life you want—so your savings plan fits your future.

Tim Ulbrich, PharmD, breaks down the 5 foundational components that pharmacists need in place before chasing more advanced financial optimization.

Beyond financial considerations, the emotional meaning of retirement is an often-forgotten question.

In the first episode of Pharmacy Focus: Financial Wellness, host Tim Ulbrich, PharmD, introduces the podcast’s mission to help pharmacy professionals manage their finances confidently and build a life aligned with their values.

A simple formula reveals why time—not income—is the most powerful wealth-building tool available to pharmacists.

Use 5 checks to keep your emergency fund right-sized, earning more, and separated—so setbacks don’t wreck your finances.

Learn how pharmacists vet financial planners: CFP credentials, true fiduciary duty, fee transparency, and six questions to avoid costly mistakes.

Build financial confidence by making strategic money decisions all year.

Start 2026 with clear goals, smart planning, and intentional action.

Tracking your net worth monthly can shift your financial mindset and build lasting wealth.

Align your financial planning with your life goals, ensuring your money serves your life and not the other way around.

Most pharmacy schools don’t teach personal finance, so it’s up to you to set yourself up for success by taking control of your money while you’re still a student.