The Infusion Pharmacy Franchise Podcast

Meet Preston Estep, owner/operator of Valley Vital Care in Waynesboro, VA. Preston tells his story of why he became a pharmacist and how he became a Vital Care infusion pharmacy owner. Christian and Preston discuss what makes his team successful and how they almost lost their first infusion referral source! This is a great episode for those wanting an inside look at operating a Vital Care location. As always, if you'd like to learn more about the Vital Care infusion pharmacy opportunity, visit vitalstarts.com for more.

Christian VonDrehle, Director of Sales, and Michele Winstead, Marketing Manager, discuss how franchise candidates become franchise owners. In this episode, you'll meet Michele who makes the first phone call to franchise candidates. Christian and Michele share what it's like from beginning to signing day for those wanting to pursue the infusion pharmacy opportunity with Vital Care. If you'd like to start a Vital Care infusion pharmacy, reach out to the Vital Care team at vitalstarts.com.

Host Christian VonDrehle, Director of Sales for Vital Care, talks with Alan Spies about the new leadership program recently launched by Vital Care. Alan shares his top characteristics for being an entrepreneur and a leader. Christian and Alan discuss the new Vital Care U program and the value being provided to the next generation of infusion pharmacy leaders. Listen to the end to hear the surprising thing Christian and Alan have in common... If you'd like to learn more about the Vital Care infusion pharmacy opportunity, reach out to us at vitalstarts.com/contact-us.

Listen as Christian talks with Traci Branning, Infusion Nurse Specialist for Vital Care about her work supporting Vital Care locations. Traci's experience includes 19 years as a Registered Nurse and clinical experience with home care, clinical sales, and compassionate patient care and advocacy. She also holds certifications in infusion nursing (CRNI) and Ig nursing (IgCN). She and Christian discuss the different certifications of the clinical support team and how they work with Vital Care pharmacies and their staff to provide the best possible patient care.

Christian VonDrehle talks with Pal Chhabra, PharmD, owner of Union Vital Care in Queens, NY. Pal explains how he transitioned from research and development to home infusion services. He shares how Vital Care's IT systems support his business and the satisfaction of improving lives with home infusion. If you want to learn more about starting a Vital Care home infusion business, visit vitalstarts.com and talk with the franchise team.

Host Christian VonDrehle talks with Jay Arnold about how Vital Care shaped and further defined its culture over the years. In this episode, they mention Patrick Lencioni's book "The Ideal Team Player" and discuss the "why" behind everything a Vital Care employee does: caring for the patient. Take a listen and see if you would be a good fit as a Vital Care home infusion pharmacy franchise owner. If you'd like to learn more, visit vitalstarts.com and discover your own home infusion opportunity.

Join Christian VonDrehle as he talks with Leah Simmons, PharmD, who recently opened North Mississippi Vital Care in June 2020 (one month ago as of this podcast recording). Leah shares her experience of opening and launching a Vital Care home infusion business, as well as advice for anyone pursuing owning a business. She's candid about her experience and shares meaningful insights for anyone considering applying to the Vital Care home infusion franchise program. Visit vitalstarts.com to learn more about your home infusion opportunity and talk with the Vital Care team.

In our first episode of the Vital Care Home Infusion Franchise Podcast, Christian VonDrehle, Director of Sales at Vital Care Inc., talks with Ross Woods, PharmD, Clinical Pharmacist/Pharmacist-in-Charge at Vital Care of Northwest Alabama. Learn what it was like getting started as a new pharmacy, the challenges you face as a startup, and how you can nurture your team to succeed. Learn more about Vital Care home infusion franchising at vitalstarts.com.