Authors


Krysta Larson, PharmD

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Brexanolone and Zuranolone for the Treatment of Postpartum Depression

The American College of Clinical Gynecology recommends consideration of brexanolone or zuranolone in postpartum patients with onset of moderate-to-severe perinatal depression in the third trimester or within 4 weeks postpartum.


Arefa Bacchus, PharmD

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Reduced POMP Dosing Shows Comparable Efficacy in ALL Maintenance

Arefa Bacchus, PharmD shared key insights about the use of POMP therapy in patients with acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL).


Miriam Haddad, PharmD

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Pharmacists Play a Crucial Role When Addressing Health Literacy

Providers who are sensitive to health literacy have contributed to positive quality improvement across various institutions.


Hovsep Kirikian

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From Shortages to Solutions: Enhancing Drug Manufacturing Through Innovation

Technology and regulations can revolutionize drug manufacturing and ensure a stable supply of medications.


Verona Abdelmeseh, PharmD

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Overview of PARP Inhibitors in the Treatment of Ovarian Cancer

There are 3 PARP inhibitors that are FDA approved in multiple settings of ovarian cancer.


Mya Tran, PharmD, BCOP

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Combination Therapies and Resistance-Based Approaches Reshape EGFR Care

Mya Tran, PharmD, BCOP, offers insights for navigating the complex treatment landscape for non-small cell lung cancer.


Rachel Cormier

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PQA Annual Meeting: Quality Emerges from the Pandemic, Focused on Access and Equity

Open to all health care professionals, the PQA meeting is a top forum for learning best practices and emerging trends in medication services, pharmacist-provided care and quality improvement initiatives.


Shannon Reidt, PharmD, MPH, MS

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Team-Based Care: How Pharmacists Can Expand Patient Access to Health Care

However, comprehensive policy and payment structures are needed to ensure care sustainability.


Amy Spigelmyer, PharmD, BCIDP

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Pharmacists Are Key Players in C difficile Infection Prevention

Pharmacists can promote prevention through the implementation of antimicrobial stewardship initiatives and advocate for fecal microbiota transplant.


Carlie Traylor, PharmD

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NCPA Fellowship Allows Pharmacists to Choose Their Own Adventure

Fellows tap into a network of experts, their practice sites, and countless tools they can apply immediately.


Jude Sammani, PharmD Candidate

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Considerations for Tacrolimus in Pregnant Patients with a History of Organ Transplantation

Tacrolimus is a selective calcineurin inhibitor that exerts inhibitory effects on T-cell proliferation.


Jill Simonian, PharmD

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Pharmacy Focus: Pharmacists' Role in Medical Cannabis Counseling and Patient Education

In this episode, Jill Simonian and Codi Peterson explore the evolving role of pharmacists in medical cannabis, addressing legal complexities, patient counseling, and key considerations for safe and effective use.


Melody Chang, MBA, RPh, BCOP

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Revolutionizing Outpatient Oncology Care: The Seamless Integration of Artificial Intelligence

Artificial intelligence holds immense potential to address the rising demand for oncology services and improve patient outcomes by facilitating more effective, efficient, personalized cancer care.


Kelsey E. Norman, PharmD, BCCP, BCACP, BCPS

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Important Treatment Considerations With LDL-C– Lowering Therapies

Panelists discuss how the initiation of statin therapy requires careful consideration of contraindications and patient-specific factors, particularly in those with liver disease, renal impairment, or advanced age, while noting evolving treatment patterns toward more intensive low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C)–lowering therapies based on individualized risk assessment.


Lisa Thompson, RPT, CPhT, BS

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Technicians Are Crucial to Managing the Flow of an Independent Pharmacy

During a time of staff shortages and increasing stress, the need to have an efficient workflow is of vital importance.


Madison Holmes, PharmD, BCPS

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A Pharmacist’s Guide to the Management of Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome

Pharmacists play an important role in managing patients with this complex condition.



Julie B. Sibbesen, PharmD

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Understanding the FDA Approval Process and PDUFA Dates

The FDA reviews NDAs and BLAs to approve medications for sale and marketing in the US with decisions required by the PDUFA date.


Rosetta Tolley, PharmD, RPh

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Respiratory Syncytial Virus in Older Adults: Research Insights and Recommendations

Although RSV has long been associated with infants and young children, research demonstrates that it is also a significant health risk for adults over the age of 60.



Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute

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FCS Co-authored Study Confirms Effectiveness of Trilaciclib for Treatment of Patients with Extensive-Stage Small Cell Lung Cancer

Trilaciclib is the first FDA-approved therapy in its class to help protect bone marrow cells from damage caused by chemotherapy.


Nicole Bentivegna, PharmD, BCOP

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Outcomes of Pharmacist-Driven Clinical Interventions in a Medically Integrated Oncology Specialty Pharmacy Practice

The high acceptance rates of these interventions demonstrate the key role in optimizing patient care that clinical oncology pharmacists with access to medical records play.


Ahmed Abdelmageed, PharmD

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Why Choose a Career in Community Pharmacy?

It’s imperative to redefine the future of pharmacy to help ensure a robust pipeline of future pharmacists and create a culture that helps ensure pharmacists live their purpose and passion.


Mike Rizo, PharmD

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Clinical Pharmacists Play Integral Role in Medical Missions: A Case Study in Peru

The case study of the medical mission in Peru serves as a poignant example of the indispensable role clinical pharmacists play in health care teams, especially in challenging and resource-limited environments.


Lisa Larkin, MD, FACP, MSCP

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Leveraging Technology to Enhance Women’s Health and Access to Care

Panelists discuss how digital health technologies revolutionize women’s health care through telehealth, mobile apps, and remote monitoring, expanding access, personalization, and proactive medical support.


Stephanie Schafer, PharmD Candidate

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Weigh To Go! American Gastroenterological Association Weight Loss Management Guidelines and Updates

Available pharmacological therapies have shown high efficacy in achieving weight loss.


Anna Paci

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Five Signs Your Pharmacy May Be Experiencing Burnout

There are common symptoms experienced in the workplace that may be linked to hormones instead of stress.


Geri Buderwitz, PharmD, MBA

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The Invaluable Role a Clinical Pharmacist Brings to an Ambulatory Care Setting

Yet, physicians and advanced practice practitioners may have a limited understanding of the scope of an ambulatory pharmacy clinic and the value a clinical pharmacist can provide.


Jason Ausili, PharmD

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Pharmacy Interoperability Challenges and Needs Under the 21st Century Cures Act

While progress is being made to advance the Cures Act, it is essential to ensure pharmacy interoperability given pharmacy’s critical role in health care.


Connie Suen, PharmD, BCOP

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Revolutionizing Treatment with Bispecific Therapies: Navigating the Challenges Ahead

By decade’s end, approval of additional bispecifics is expected for hematological malignancies, solid tumors, and non-oncology conditions such as inflammatory, autoimmune, neurodegenerative and vascular diseases, and ocular disorders and infections.