Authors


Tiffany MacKenzie, PhD

Latest:

Bacteroidetes: The Jekyll and Hyde of the Human Gut Microbiome

The relative abundance of gram-negative Bacteroidetes to other phyla, such as gram-positive Firmicutes, is essential to maintain biodiversity and human gut health.


Steven Treon, MD, PhD, FACP, FRCP

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Therapies Under Investigation for Waldenström Macroglobulinemia

The exciting therapies in the pipeline that are thought to target novel mechanisms in Waldenström macroglobulinemia.


E. Bridget Kim, PharmD, BCPS, BCOP

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Practical Considerations of T-Cell Engagers in the Management of Relapsed/Refractory Multiple Myeloma

Integration of these agents requires supportive care considerations for cytokine release syndrome, neurotoxicity, infection, and antigen-specific toxicities to ensure optimal care of patients with multiple myeloma receiving T-cell–engaging therapies.



Julie Harting, PharmD

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Long Story Short: Cellulitis Can Be Treated in Less Than a Week

Duration of therapy may be just 5 to 6 days for patients without risk factors for complications.


Beju Shah, PharmD, MBA

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One Year Later: Key Issues Impacting Health System Pharmacies During the COVID-19 Vaccine Rollout

This vaccine rollout has become even more crucial for the US health care system, as new mutations of the coronavirus continue to emerge.


Brandon Newman, PharmD, MMHC, CSP

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How Data Can Help Demonstrate the Value of the Health-System Specialty Pharmacy

Insurers, accountable care organizations, and manufacturers increasingly look for demonstrable clinical outcomes as proof for reimbursement or access to limited distribution networks.


Gretchen Brummel, PharmD, BCPS

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As Shortages Continue, Suppliers, Hospitals, and Health Systems Look for New Solutions

Hospitals, health systems, and the supply chain are all negatively impacted by drug shortages and are each affected by the decisions of the others.


Danielle Wilson, PharmD, Candidate 2023

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Commonly Overlooked Adverse Effects in the Community, Clinical Pharmacy Settings

Although pharmacists possess a wealth of knowledge on AEs, it remains a monumental task to recall the clinical significance of every AE, even with the most commonly used medications.


Daniel Streetman, PharmD, MS

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Interaction Considerations for Common OTC Drug Classes

Although OTC medications are generally considered safe when used as directed, there are some key drug interactions for pharmacists to keep in mind when helping patients choose an OTC product.


Jennifer N. Tovar, PharmD Candidate

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Clinical Overview: Risankizumab-rzaa for Crohn Disease

Risankizumab-rzaa is the first and only specific IL-23 inhibitor approved to treat moderately to severely active Crohn disease in adults.


Dean Earhardt

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Balancing Pharmaceutical Reimbursement and Market Access With the Right Partner

Manufacturers must find the right balance in drug pricing, so that medications are appealing to both public and private insurers while still remaining profitable throughout their lifecycle.


Drew Gazetos, PharmD

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Case Study: New Treatment Options for Patients With Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia

With a better understanding of the underlying pathophysiology of chronic lymphocytic leukemia and the introduction of novel targeted agents, such as Bruton kinase Inhibitors, the prognosis of high-risk patients has changed dramatically.


Nicole C. Pezzino, PharmD, BCACP, CDCES

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Vax-Innovation: Incorporating the Newly Approved RSV and Pneumococcal Vaccines Into Community Pharmacy Workflow

Best practices to train staff and team members to engage patients and to ease the new vaccine offerings into the workflow are also discussed.


Erin Satterwhite

Latest:

Pharmacy’s Role in Treating Rare Disease: Connecting Patients, Providers, Payers, and Pharma

Pharmacy's position at the intersection of the care team gives it a unique ability to connect providers, payers, and pharmaceutical manufacturers, and support patients to maximize their health outcomes.


Yulianna Laurencin, PharmD Candidate

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The Blood Detective: Tackling Medication-Induced Hematological Disorders

These disorders can be fatal, making pharmacists’ role in detection crucial.


Ketaki Apti

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Metal Ion Chelators Hold Enormous Potential in Neurodegenerative Disorders

Monitoring metal ion concentrations and chelation therapy is hypothesized to alleviate symptoms and diseases caused by neuroinflammation.


Kevin Cleveland, PharmD

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Pharmacy Students Lead Drive-Through Influenza Vaccination Event

Idaho State University partners with the Idaho Immunization Coalition to effectively and safely vaccinate patients against influenza.



Matt W. Sherwood, Esq

Latest:

Your Company Receives a Subpoena – What Now?

With the growth of civil and criminal litigation, more companies in the health care space are receiving subpoenas commanding them to provide information to a third party.


Shields Health Solutions

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Pharmacy Care Coaches Improve Outcomes in Patients With Diabetes

Care Coach program offers a comprehensive set of pharmacy and counseling services to patients struggling to manage their diabetes.


Savannah C. Miller

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Combat Methamphetamine Epidemic Act of 2005 Takes Aim at Drug Crisis

Curtailing the availability of meth precursors in the principal focus of the law, paving the way for states to follow suit.


Christine Pfaff, RPh

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The Impact of COVID-19 on Cervical, Breast Cancer Screenings

Breast cancer screening guidelines using mammography vary among guiding bodies, including the American Cancer Society and the American Academy of Family Physicians.


Ami Ali, PharmD, BCOP

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Novel Combination Targeting BCR::ABL1 in Ph+ ALL With TKIs, STAMP-Inhibitor Is Very Well Tolerated

Pharmacists will play a significant role in TKI adherence rates among patients.


Lucas A. Berenbrok, PharmD, MS, BCACP

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How to Use Data to Transform Pharmacy Practice

Tips to help community-based pharmacists use the data at their fingertips to better market and provide the enhanced pharmacy services that drive practice transformation.


Angela Rasmussen, PhD

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COVID-19 Booster Shots and the Future

Key opinion leaders provide some advice for the public regarding COVID-19 booster shots and look to the future of the pandemic.


Joneil Casimir, DPT

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Pharmacists Are in Key Positions to Tackle Black Maternal Mortality Disparities

Tackling racial disparities among health care providers can help improve disparities faced by patients.


Camille C. Charbonneau, PharmD, BCPS, CDOE, CVDOE

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Help Patients Use Inhalers Properly

Choosing the appropriate device and using the correct technique are critical for drug delivery to the lungs.


Christine M. Cheng, PharmD

Latest:

Clinical Overview: 2023-2024 COVID-19 Vaccines

An overview of updated CDC ACIP recommendations for COVID-19 vaccines available through commercial channels for the 2023-2024 season.


Samantha Culwell, PharmD

Latest:

Exploring the Landscape of Gene Therapy

An overview of how gene therapy has evolved since its inception, current applications, and emerging challenges.

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