Interviews

Experts discuss the low prescription rates of ready-to-use glucagon for individuals with diabetes.

Expert shares insights on advancing diabetes care in community pharmacies.

The expert discusses the evolving landscape of diabetes treatment, emphasizing the importance of comprehensive care beyond glucose management.

Amy Duong, PharmD, BCACP, highlights the importance of patient counseling and addressing logistical challenges in treating patients with chronic inflammatory demyelinating neuropathy (CIDP).

Gowri Reddy Rocco, MD, MS, discusses how low vitamin D3 levels, insulin resistance, and metabolic health are critical yet often overlooked factors in understanding and treating long COVID.

Expert shares key upcoming sessions at the American Diabetes Association 85th Scientific Sessions.

In today’s rapidly evolving health care landscape, pharmacists are playing an increasingly vital role in patient care—but many policymakers remain unaware of the full scope of their expertise and contributions.

From protecting the 340B Drug Pricing Program to expanding payment pathways through state-level reforms and Medicare Advantage opportunities, Kraus emphasized the critical role pharmacists play in evolving care models.

Amy Duong, PharmD, BCACP, explains pharmacists' critical role in promoting chronic inflammatory demyelinating neuropathy (CIDP) treatment adherence and staying informed about new therapeutic developments.

Pharmacists play a critical role in managing complex pericarditis cases.

Rilonacept offers a targeted approach to treating recurrent pericarditis by blocking IL-1 inflammatory pathways.

Saad Usmani, MD, MBA, FACP, FASCO, explores treatment duration, patient characteristics, and toxicity profiles in transplant-ineligible patients with newly diagnosed multiple myeloma.

Amanda Gronniger, PharmD, CPh, BCCP, discusses practical strategies pharmacists can use to improve cholesterol management, from lifestyle counseling to emerging therapies.

Chip Hailey, a 74-year-old pharmacist with hemophilia B, shares how gene therapy has liberated him from decades of challenging treatment and restored his independence.

Electronic prior authorization (EPA) technology can streamline the complex process of obtaining prior authorizations for GLP-1 medications.

Zongertinib shows promising efficacy and safety for HER2-mutant NSCLC, with a 71% response rate and low toxicity, paving the way for future treatments.

A study reveals a 14-gene assay guides chemotherapy decisions effectively in patients with early-stage non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC).

Saad Usmani, MD, MBA, FACP, FASCO, discusses the subgroup analysis of transplant-ineligible patients with newly diagnosed multiple myeloma from the CEPHEUS trial.

National Community Pharmacists Association President Jeff Harrell, PharmD, shares insights from this year’s event, highlighting its growing impact, the importance of engaging with policymakers, and the urgent issues facing independent pharmacies.

Compared with fulvestrant, vepdegestrant significantly extended progression-free survival and improved response rates.

A study of early-onset colorectal cancer found significant racial disparities, with younger patients more frequently diagnosed at advanced stages.

Shore Medical Center enhances patient safety with a pharmacy-driven intravenous to oral opioid conversion protocol, minimizing risks and improving pain management.

The expert explored the complex prior authorization process for GLP-1 medications, discussing challenges in documentation and medical necessity.

Experts emphasize the importance of tailored vaccination strategies for pneumococcal based on individual risk factors.

RSV vaccination for older adults requires understanding risk factors, using empathetic communication strategies, and proactively identifying eligible patients through careful review of medical histories and care transitions.

Logan Schneider, MD, highlights the importance of integrating patient-reported outcomes into clinical trials to better capture the full therapeutic impact of low-sodium oxybate (Xywav) beyond traditional sleep metrics.

Pharmacists are positioned to significantly impact weight management by offering accessible expertise in medication, lifestyle guidance, and long-term support for healthier choices.