Pharmacy Management

Grace Yun, PharmD, and pharmacy manager at St. Francis Hospital, discussed the value of the pharmacist and how she sees the future of pharmacy evolving.

These pharmacies can use electronic medical records to work more directly with providers, monitoring adverse medication effects and assessment schedules and being more tuned into patient needs.

Karline Peal, MBA of Vanderbilt Ingram Cancer Center discusses the positive impact technology has had in health care and how it can be implemented in the future.

The president of HOPA discusses the importance of mentorship in oncology pharmacy as well as the value of HOPA’s mentorship initiatives.

Although education and training have historically been considered the primary factors influencing pay, the survey results challenge this notion.

Lack of awareness, cultural beliefs, and physician preferences may influence whether minority patients receive palliative care during metastatic breast cancer treatment.

Pharmacist discusses the success of a unique employee-owned pharmacy model.

Dapo Amosu, MS, PharmD, DPLA, discusses his thoughts on how to advance medication use processes in inpatient and ambulatory settings and the role of the pharmacist in this endeavor.

The TJC and IHI advocate for medication reconciliation at all transitions of care.

With pharmacies around the country shifting to provide more comprehensive care and becoming true health care destinations, Chichi Ilonzo Momah, PharmD, RPh said she is excited for the future of the field.

Incorporate Program Requirements Into Systems and Workflows.

AI is revolutionizing pharmacy practice by improving medication management, streamlining workflow, and enhancing patient safety and outcomes.

The seamless integration of artificial intelligence and machine learning has the potential to accelerate research and enhance efficiency in a new era of personalized medicine.

The opioid settlement framework could have a significant impact on the future of cannabis distribution and its role in health care.

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

The start date of the package-level electronic tracking system will shift from November 27, 2023 to November 27, 2024.

Stakeholders need to convene honest, actionable discussions about the challenges and the safeguards needed to address appropriate use of artificial intelligence in health care.

Pharmacists must carefully consider safety concerns and patient privacy.

Legislation would place emphasis back on patient health rather than on cumbersome, time-consuming paperwork.

A company’s choice of color for branding and logo design may impact how consumers feel about the brand and could influence buyer decision-making.

Many living in lower-income rural populations face significant unmet social needs that can bar access to important mental health services.

Inaccurate information, miscommunication during transition points can have dire consequences.

Mobile apps can help consumers acquire medications, but few help with adherence beyond automatic refills or medication synchronization.

Pharmacist-led discharge stewardship initiatives have shown promising results.

Community health worker training can allow the technician to perform to the top of their abilities and improve access to the pharmacy’s public health services.