Speakers
J. Ryan Shaw, PharmD, BCPS, BCOP, CPP is a clinical pharmacist practitioner of Bone Marrow Transplant and Cellular Therapy at the University of North Carolina Medical Center and an adjunct assistant professor of Clinical Education at UNC Eshelman School of Pharmacy.
Alexis Kuhn, PharmD, BCOP, is a pediatric oncology pharmacist and assistant professor of pharmacy at Mayo Clinic College of Medicine in Rochester, MN.
Danielle Eskens, PharmD, BCOP, is a clinical pharmacy specialist in bone marrow transplant at Prisma Health in Greenville, SC.
Christopher Kolkman is a PGY2 oncology pharmacy resident at University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center in Cleveland, OH.
In this episode of Pharmacy Focus: Oncology Edition, pharmacy leaders J. Ryan Shaw, PharmD, BCPS, BCOP, CPP; Alexis Kuhn, PharmD, BCOP; Danielle Eskens, PharmD, BCOP; and Christopher Kolkman, a PGY2 oncology resident, offer an inside look at a day in the life of an oncology pharmacist, sharing real-world perspectives on the responsibilities and challenges that shape daily practice. The discussion explores how oncology pharmacists balance clinical decision-making, operational workflows, and patient-centered care while navigating the complexity of cancer treatment.
The speakers discuss key aspects of oncology pharmacy practice, including therapy review and verification, adverse event management, interdisciplinary collaboration, and patient education. They highlight how pharmacists support treatment planning across care settings, contribute to safety and quality initiatives, and serve as a critical resource for both patients and providers. The conversation also touches on how oncology pharmacists adapt to rapidly evolving treatment landscapes, including the integration of novel therapies and changing standards of care.
The episode underscores the expanding role of oncology pharmacists in improving outcomes, addressing logistical and access-related challenges, and supporting patients throughout the cancer care continuum.
