Authors



Kent Groves, PhD

Latest:

The Not So New Role of Pharmacists: No Longer an Overlooked Health Care Provider

Pharmacists are critically important in care delivery in their ability to influence patient success, patient-reported outcomes, and quality of life while reducing the burden on physicians and their clinical support teams.


Pareeksha Ramdeo, PharmD Candidate

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Reconciling Medications in Mental Health Assessments Protects Patients

Process helps prevent errors for individuals with chronic disorders who often have a higher risk of drug-drug interactions.


Catherine Tran, PharmD

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Insecticide Misuse With Cannabinoids and Its Resulting Complications: A Case Report

The use of adulterated cannabinoids mixed with insecticides is becoming more common.


Jonathan Cohen, PharmD, BCOP

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Treatment-Free Remission in Chronic Myeloid Leukemia

Targeted therapies have greatly improved patient outcomes over the past 20 years.


Tiffany Tam, PharmD, BCOP

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A Review of Anti-HER2 Targeted Agents in Non-Breast Solid Tumors

This review summarizes current utilization of anti-HER2 targeted therapy across several non-breast solid tumors in the setting of advanced disease.


Bragadeesh R. Iyer, PharmD, BCGP, CSP

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Study Data Suggest SARS-CoV-2 Is Less Severe in Pediatric Patients

Regardless, hygiene practices and prevention measures for SARS-CoV-2 should be strongly practiced to prevent all respiratory viruses.


Nicole Fedeli

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Implementing Pharmacist Advocacy Initiatives: A Step-by-Step Review Based on Experience

The process of supporting a cause for our profession can be highly rewarding. As pharmacists, we must take charge to enact change.


Taylor Mackinnon, PharmD, MS, BCPS

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Implementing USP <800> Guidelines in Pediatric Hospitals

Protecting this vulnerable patient population requires specially designed strategies.


Jeff Godish

Latest:

The Not So New Role of Pharmacists: No Longer an Overlooked Health Care Provider

Pharmacists are critically important in care delivery in their ability to influence patient success, patient-reported outcomes, and quality of life while reducing the burden on physicians and their clinical support teams.


Samantha Treinish, PharmD

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Clinical Overview: Cardiovascular Implantable Electronic Devices

Pharmacists need to ensure anticoagulants are held appropriately before and after surgery to prevent complications from for CIED infections.


Ashley Chen, PharmD

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Targeting the Untargetable: Novel Agents in Acute Myeloid Leukemia

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


Mason Shink, PharmD Candidate

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Removal of Phenylephrine From Nasal Decongestants Could Reshape OTC Cold Remedies

Intranasal decongestants are preferred alternatives to oral phenylephrine for relief of nasal congestion.


Nathaniel Tost, PharmD

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Recognize the Value of Health Care Volunteers

The health care industry must cultivate volunteer support to maintain a positive impact on vaccination rates.


Monique R. Bidell, PharmD, BCPS

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Access to C. difficile Treatments Presents Challenges During Transitions of Care

This inflammation of the colon poses a substantial burden to patients and the health care system.


Megan Pao, PharmD, BCACP, AAHIVP

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The Role of Pharmacists in HIV Care Continues to Expand

Pharmacists play a vital role in HIV care by addressing social determinants of health, managing complex HIV medication regimens, and providing comprehensive patient counseling.


Ron Welch, PharmD, BCPS

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A Brief Overview of Loop Diuretics Used in Heart Failure

The combination of loop diuretics with other drugs that act at different pharmacologic targets has been shown to improve diuretic response in patients with heart failure.


Kelly R. Reveles, PharmD, PhD, BCPS

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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.


Dalbir Bains

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More Than Prescriptions: What Beginning Pharmacists Need to Know About Business

Pharmacists should get involved in all the various aspects of their business and with the different professional groups available.


Fazila Rajab, BDS

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FCRL5-Directed CAR T-Cell Therapy: A Novel Therapeutic Approach for Multiple Myeloma

CAR T-cells specifically targeting FCRL5, when integrated with IL-15, may improve cytotoxicity, thereby enhancing the therapeutic potency of these cells.


Tracy Mahvan, PharmD, MBA, BCGP

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Clinical Insight: The Use of GLP-1 Agonist Medications for Weight Loss

An increase in the use of GLP-1 agonists for weight loss is affecting patients with diabetes who rely on these medications.


Christy Rosado

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Meeting the Challenges in Behavioral Health Care With Hybrid Pharmacy Approach

The hybrid pharmacy model represents a significant step forward in providing the best possible care for individuals struggling with behavioral health conditions, ultimately improving their outcomes and overall well-being.


Becca Resnik, RN

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Phase 3 Trials Demonstrate Efficacy of Immune Checkpoint Inhibitors for Lung Cancer in Older Adults

Older patients’ underrepresentation in clinical trials leaves a gap in data regarding appropriate treatment.


Chinedu Mmeje, MD, FACS

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Early Experience Using Intravesical Gene Therapy for NMIBC: Perspectives from Urinary Oncologists

For more than 30 years, there has been little treatment advancement for NMIBC patients. Fortunately, a new development in the treatment of NMIBC has been approved by the FDA and is now available.


Angela Hartsig, PharmD, BCACP

Latest:

Removal of Phenylephrine From Nasal Decongestants Could Reshape OTC Cold Remedies

Intranasal decongestants are preferred alternatives to oral phenylephrine for relief of nasal congestion.


McKenzie Erwin, PharmD Candidate

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A Dab of MAB: Lecanemab, Aducanumab vs Standard of Care Treatment for Alzheimer Disease

Pharmacists play a key role in the management of modern monoclonal antibody treatments for Alzheimer disease.


Lexie Frint

Latest:

Clinical Insight: The Use of GLP-1 Agonist Medications for Weight Loss

An increase in the use of GLP-1 agonists for weight loss is affecting patients with diabetes who rely on these medications.


Rhea Bowman, PharmD

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Empower Prospective Pharmacists through Children’s Books

This short story, illustrated by Roth, portrays pharmacists in a variety of settings and was written with the intent to introduce the career in a fun and understandable way for children and inspire kids to pursue their dreams.


Beena Wood

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Pharma Can Help Transform Patient Centricity in 2024

True patient centricity treats the whole patient and places an emphasis on broader patient engagement and satisfaction.


Aaron Johnson, PharmD

Latest:

Addressing Mental Health Disparities in Black Women

Pharmacists are accessible and trusted health care professionals who have an important role in supporting people living with mental illness.

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