Interviews

Adam James, PharmD, and Chris Altman, PharmD, explain how pharmacists can build trust and reduce vaccine hesitancy by clearly communicating thimerosal’s limited role in today’s immunizations and addressing patient concerns with empathy and education.

Eugene Przespolewski, PharmD, BCOP, DPLA, shares insights from his presentation at the 2025 OPC meeting in Austin, Texas.

UPMC Health Plan enhances COPD care through a multidisciplinary approach, leveraging telehealth, education, and pharmacist-led programs to optimize patient outcomes.

Debra Patt, MD, PhD, MBA, and Houston Holmes, MD, explore how the removal of risk evaluation and management strategies (REMS) for chimeric antigen receptor (CAR) T-cell (CAR T) therapies can improve health equity, expand access in community settings, and elevate the pharmacist’s role in care coordination.

From AI-powered prescription fulfillment to the expansion of PillPack for Medicare patients, Carey outlines how Amazon Pharmacy is streamlining access, improving affordability, and setting the stage for a more patient-centered health care future.

UPMC's integrated approach to COPD care enhances patient outcomes through personalized support, coordinated services, and effective pulmonary rehabilitation strategies.

Adam James, PharmD, and Chris Altman, PharmD, discuss renewed public scrutiny of thimerosal, its limited use in vaccines today, and how new guidance may affect pharmacists and patient confidence moving forward.

Millions of seniors and Medicare beneficiaries managing chronic conditions have new options for medication delivery and adherence support.

Debra Patt, MD, PhD, MBA, and Houston Holmes, MD, discuss the ramifications of the FDA's removal of REMS requirements for approved chimeric antigen receptor (CAR) T-cell (CAR T) therapies.

BCPPs can address behavioral health workforce shortages and advocate for expanded access and reimbursement amid evolving legislation and treatment landscapes.

These health care professionals are crucial to optimizing safety in medication therapy, addressing policy barriers, and the collaboration with others in the field.

The long-term outcomes from the CARTITUDE-1 trial in multiple myeloma and durable complete response data from the STARGLO trial in diffuse large B-cell lymphoma can be significant for these disease states.

Understanding RSV’s impact on respiratory and cardiovascular health underscores the importance of holistic management, prevention through vaccination, and continued innovation in treatment strategies.

Prescription digital therapeutics (PDTs) offer scalable, accessible alternatives to traditional treatments—supporting patients, providers, and payers while addressing gaps in mental health care.

Expert explores the expanding role of FDA-approved Prescription Digital Therapeutics (PDTs).

An expert discusses the challenges of diagnosing and treating RSV in older adults and highlights the critical role of prevention.

Pharmacists can help oversee the treatment process to ensure patients with transthyretin amyloid cardiomyopathy (ATTR-CM) are adhering to tafamidis.

Shaji Kumar, MD, shares data and insights from the phase 2 RedirecTT-1 study.

Gowri Reddy Rocco, MD, MS, reveals that repairing gut health through targeted nutrition is essential for combating long COVID and preventing autoimmune complications.

Continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) is poised to transform type 2 diabetes management.

Ready-to-use glucagon simplifies hypoglycemia rescue by providing easy-to-use options for patients and caregivers.

Continuous glucose monitors provide individuals with type 2 diabetes with real-time, actionable insights about their health.

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.