Over the Counter

Lani Bertrand, RPh, senior director of clinical consulting at Omnicell, joins Drug Topics® to share how technology can ease some of the burdens that pharmacists have faced during the COVID-19 pandemic. 

On this episode of Over the Counter, First Financial Bank pharmacy loan officers Bo Garmon and Drew Hegi join Drug Topics® managing editor Lauren Biscaldi to discuss the ins and outs of the financial side of pharmacy ownership.  

Jenni Zilka, President of Good Neighbor Pharmacy, is in conversation with Brian Nightengale, President of  Community and Specialty Pharmacy and Long-Term Care at AmerisourceBergen and Giulio Burzacca, Managing Director of Alphega Pharmacy, about independent pharmacy trends in the United States and Europe. 

Good Neighbor Pharmacy customers from rural, suburban, and city areas reflect on the past year and discuss the future of independent pharmacy.

Learn simple tools and tips to optimize profitability and streamline operations using objective data straight from your pharmacy. What's the real cost of chasing the best sale prices from multiple distributors? Do you really need to reorder that product on the shelf and if you do, will it sell? How do you identify missed refill opportunities and prompt more adherence for both better patient outcomes and higher revenue? How does all this operational data influence your business decisions? In this podcast, we'll dive into these considerations and more and discuss easy-to-use tools to help you get started.

With the increasing number of audits taking place, it is critical to have a partner on your side who understands the complexity of the 340B program. No matter how comprehensive your 340B program is, being prepared for an audit should be your number one priority. Megan Numrich, Director of Support Services with Macro Helix joins Drug Topics® for this episode of “Over the Counter” to discuss: What is an HRSA Audit and how can you prepare What happens during a typical audit How your TPA can help you manage the audit process Tune in today to see how you can uncomplicate the complicated when it comes to 340B.

For independent community pharmacists, it’s important to keep pace with policy changes and cultural shifts. Pharmacists who want to know how to navigate the business and how to get ahead of legislation that could shake up their day-to-day operations should tune in to this Over the Counter episode, brought to you by Total Pharmacy® and New Jersey–based Omega Pharmacy Group.

In this episode, Wayne Boese, vice president of sales at AAP, will walk us through the various elements of a purchase agreement between an independent pharmacy and a pharmaceutical wholesale distributor. Pharmacy owners must understand how the components of an agreement are assessed and valued by a wholesaler in order to make informed decisions.

Joining us for this episode is Dr. Megan who specializes in prednisone and mitigating it's side effects. She has developed a supplement called Nutranize Zone which helps relieve some side effects. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Accidental poisonings happen more frequently than you think. In this episode we discuss the common poisoning agents, how you can prevent your children from getting their hands on them, and the procedure to follow if they do. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Joining us for this episode are Brooke Cathey and Cara Wicker of DeNovo Aesthetics. We going to be discussing the basics of botox and what you as a patient should know. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Join us in this episode for a breakdown of what Medicare is, the main parts of Medicare, how to sign up for it, and major pitfalls and penalties to avoid! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

How can we care for our elderly during a pandemic? Pharmacists practicing in long term care settings discuss the changes and response from their facilities, plus insights on a potential treatment specific to older adults for COVID-19. 

Joining us today to talk about HSAs is Dr. Jim Dahle of the popular blog, the White Coat Investor. Dr. Dahle is a practicing emergency physician and has made it his mission to help other healthcare professionals with their personal finance and investing after getting hit by the typical money traps himself. You guys know I'm all about self-reliance and Dr. Dahle has provided a wealth of resources, pun intended, in finances so be sure to check out his blog, forum, and finance courses at whitecoatinvestor.com so that you can take control of your financial health. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode we are going to cover how to get health insurance, the main terms and jargon you need to know, common costs and payments you have to make, the types of plans that are out there, AND the common pitfalls people fall into. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Joining us today to discuss his new book From Doctor to Patient: Healing Cancer Through Mind, Body, and Spirit is Dr. Diva Nagula. This book was so informative and really helped me discover some lifestyle changes and immunity supplements that I can implement in my own life. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Joining us today to talk about bowel movements and overall GI health is Dr. Nayna Lodhia. She has had a special interest in gastrointestinal disorders and the management of obesity. She has cultivated these two interests into a career in gastroenterology where her primary focus is management of GI disorders in obese patients. She will be joining Brigham and Women's Hospital in Boston as a faculty member in Fall of 2020. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

It's time for an update! During this episode I am covering the new recommendations from the World Health Organization such as what to do if you think you have COVID-19, how to protect yourself from COVID-19, over the counter medications for self-treating, and the investigative antivirals against COVID-19. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Joining us today to explain CBD is Dr. Alexander Dix, a licensed pharmacist whose passion for alternative medicine led him to Maryland, where he is currently the Medical Director for KIP Dispensary. His goal in the cannabis industry is to educate as many people as possible about the therapeutic potential of cannabis. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Joining us today to explain the in's and out's of the PA process is Liz Hazuka. Liz Hazuka is a medical assistant for the George Washington Medical Faculty Associates Department of Dermatology and is applying to Physician Assistant school this summer. Liz has had 8 years of experience in the healthcare field and has a passion for skincare. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

During this episode we're going to be talking about something that we're all guilty of doing. Not keeping up with our healthcare paperwork! I want to help you get into the mindset where keeping up with this stuff doesn't bring stress. I will walk you through the 5 main categories that you need in your Wellness Binder. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

During this episode we are going to be discussing what you need to know and specific actions to take as a patient in regards to the coronavirus. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Joining us today will be Lane Ostrow, who is the executive director of the Global Post Traumatic Stress Injury Foundation which is a nonprofit organization that focuses on providing relief to our veterans who are suffering from PTSD. We will be discussing an effective treatment called the stellate ganglion block (SGB). Find the shownotes at otcpodcast.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Joining us today is Dr. Alec Ginsberg, the fourth generation pharmacist of the owning family of C.O Bigelow Apothecary. C.O. Bigelow is the oldest and still operating apothecary in the United States. We will be diving into C.O. Bigelow's history and the extraordinary customer service that they provide for patients. Find the shownotes and historical photos at otcpodcast.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Joining us today is Dr. Stesha Doku. She is an anesthesiologist who graduated from Stanford University Medical School and is also a Fulbright Scholar. During this episode we are going to cover what to expect before, during, and after surgery. Find the shownotes at otcpodcast.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Joining us today is Dr. Diva Nagula of the Washington, D.C. franchise of the I.V. Doc. Dr. Nagula has been a physician for over 20 years and practices with a blend of traditional and alternative medicine. During this episode we are going to be covering how to avoid and effectively treat a hangover. Find the shownotes at otcpodcast.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

During this episode we're going to be answering the popular question, "Can I Use My Expired Medication?" As a pharmacist I get this question a lot but there are many factors that tie into an expiration date. Listen to this episode for the full breakdown. Find the shownotes at otcpodcast.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Welcome to Over the Counter, your guide to the healthcare experience and healthy lifestyle choices! Join us on March 10th, for Episode 1: "Can I Use My Expired Medication?"