Authors


Manuel Cortez, PharmD, BCOP

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Removing Mesna From Cyclophosphamide Cycles in VAdriaC-IE for Ewing Sarcoma

This retrospective cohort study provides preliminary evidence for safe removal of mesna from VAdriaC cycles, as the incidence of hemorrhagic cystitis did not increase in patients with Ewing sarcoma who received cyclophosphamide without prophylactic mesna.



Kristen Schaeffler, PharmD, MHA

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ChatRx: Responsible AI Use for Clinical Pharmacists

Pharmacists, in particular, must be cautious and deliberate in using ChatGPT to ensure that its benefits are fully realized while minimizing risk and misinformation.


Beth Richter, PharmD

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The Power of Integrated Data Feeds to Support Drug Diversion Detection

A centralized, artificial intelligence–driven approach can integrate diverse data and foster multidisciplinary collaboration.


Tanjia Toma, PharmD Candidate

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Emerging BCMA-Directed Therapies in Multiple Myeloma: Bispecific Antibodies and CAR T-Cell Therapies

Here is an updated overview of the role of BCMA-directed therapies following the 2024 ASCO Annual Meeting and EHA Congress.


Scotty Reams, PharmD

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Kevin’s Law Makes 72-Hour Supply of More Medication Available to Patients

Eighteen states have enacted legislation that allows pharmacists to help patients when providers are not reachable.




Emily M Persson, PharmD

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Direct Oral Anticoagulant Use for Left Ventricular Thrombus Treatment

An overview of the use of direct oral anticoagulants as an alternative to warfarin in the treatment of left ventricular thrombus.


Neil Palmisiano, MD, MS

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Novel Immunotherapy in Up-front Setting Shows Improved Outcomes in ALL

Study data demonstrate large step forward for this patient population



Molly C. Gombos, PharmD

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Expanding the Role of the Pharmacist in the Wake of COVID-19

Community pharmacists should consider leaning on their specialty pharmacist peers, where available, as we continue to navigate the new, more virtual normal and attempt to expand these types of services in the future.


Vivian Chi, PharmD Candidate

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Cultural Competence Sets Pharmacy Professionals Apart

Training and knowledge about appropriate communication with individuals of diverse backgrounds improves adherence, outcomes.


Christine Philipose, PharmD Candidate

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SGLT2 Inhibitors Are Underutilized for Inpatient Heart Failure Treatment

Cardioprotective antihyperglycemic agents are underutilized for inpatient care in heart failure patients. Lack of use can lead to preventable patient deaths and hospital readmissions.


Elizabeth H. McEntire

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Good Samaritan Laws Aim to Encourage Assistance

But in real-world situations, such as when a bystander administers naloxone, there are gray areas.


Amber Chamberlain, PharmD Candidate

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Baby Steps to a Healthier You: Prioritizing Lifestyle Changes Over Medication

Take these 4 steps to help prevent health conditions and disease naturally.


Cara Rotatori, PharmD Candidate

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May 2021 Interactives: Case Studies

How should pharmacists help these patients?


Jessica Cho

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Updates on 2022 Changes to the American Diabetes Association Standards of Care

Metformin has been the drug of choice for the treatment of diabetes since the 1950s, but new changes suggest the consideration of SGLT-2 inhibitors or GLT-1 agonists.


Claudia Martinez, PharmD Candidate

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Changing the Game: Pharmacy Students' Perspective on Naloxone OTC Approval

To eliminate the existing stigma in the community, addiction must be recognized as a treatable condition rather than an immoral act.


Robert L. Coleman, MD

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Lung Cancer Study Brings Pharmacists to the Forefront of Patient Care

Pharmacists have always been a vital member of the cancer care team, but the emergence of many new oral therapies is making their role in patient care a more prominent one.


Corrine Stahura, PharmD

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HER2 and HER3 in NSCLC: The Latest ADC Data and NCCN Guideline Updates

Corrine Stahura, PharmD, and Sophia Gilardone, PharmD, BCOP, discuss recent clinical trial data and evolving guideline recommendations for HER2- and HER3-directed antibody-drug conjugates (ADCs) in non–small cell lung cancer (NSCLC), highlighting differences in efficacy, safety, and patient selection criteria.


Erin Gadhavi

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How Specialty Pharmacies Can Increase Access Through Patient Financing

It’s essential that health care providers across the patient journey demystify the costs of treatment and provide solutions to overcome the financial barriers.


Nicole Bradley, PharmD, BCPS, BCIDP

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A Review of Oral Cephalosporins for Common Outpatient Infections

Cephalosporins are commonly prescribed in the outpatient setting; understanding differences among them is important for pharmacists.


Mary Beth Dameron, PharmD, BCACP

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Clinical Overview: Comparison of Anti-Amyloid Monoclonal Antibodies for Alzheimer Disease

Aducanumab, lecanemab, and donanemab are novel monoclonal antibodies designed to slow disease progression and hopefully have a positive impact in the field of Alzheimer disease management.


James A. McKinnell, MD

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Looking Toward the Future of CDI Management

Closing out their discussion on Clostridioides difficile infection, panelists share closing thoughts on novel pipeline therapies.


Hossein Borghaei, DO, MS

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ASCO 2025: Stratifying NSCLC Treatment by HER2-Alteration Subtype

Nikita Dahake, MD; Hossein Borghaei, DO, MS; and Yasmine Baca, MS, PhD candidate, MB(ASCP)CM, explore how distinct HER2-alteration subtypes in non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) impact survival outcomes, co-mutation profiles, and treatment response to immunotherapy-based regimens.


Scott A. Soefje, PharmD, MBA, BCOP, FCCP, FHOPA

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Efficiency, Education, and Evolution: What’s Next for Pharmacy Practice?

Scott Soefje, PharmD, MBA, BCOP, shares insights about the evolving role of pharmacists at the 2025 OPC meeting.


Edvard Reguis, CPhT

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Pharmacy Technicians as Non-Pharmacist Preceptors for a Sterile Compounding Rotation

Recognizing pharmacy technicians as non-pharmacist preceptors can provide an opportunity for professional development while encouraging technicians to practice at the top of their education and training activities.


Krupal Ray

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GOLD Guidelines Provide Recommendations on Managing COPD

Pivotal resource helps health care professionals diagnose, manage, and prevent this group of lung diseases.


Victoria Russell, PharmD

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Clinical Overview: Treatment Recommendations for Pneumococcal Disease

Treatment for community-acquired pneumococcal disease is dependent on patient-specific factors, whereas prevention with vaccinations is dependent on age and comorbidities.