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Join Drs. Neil Skolnik and Sara Wettergreen in this episode as they discuss the importance of emotional wellbeing in overall health. They will explore the connection between mental health and diabetes, focusing on how managing a chronic condition can impact the emotional lives of people living with diabetes and their families. Special guest Dr. Kelsey Brzezinski will also join the conversation.   Please note that this episode includes discussions of sensitive topics, we encourage you to listen with care and understand that the American Diabetes Association® is not an organization that specializes in mental health and only seeks to bring awareness to factors that coincide with a diabetes diagnosis. If you are experiencing challenges seek the support of a licensed medical or mental health professional. Presented by: Neil Skolnik, MD, Professor of Family and Community Medicine, Sidney Kimmel Medical College, Thomas Jefferson University; Associate Director, Family Medicine Residency Program, Abington Jefferson Health, Abington, PA Sara Wettergreen, PharmD, BCACP, BC-ADM, Assistant Professor, Department of Clinical Pharmacy, University of Colorado Skaggs School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences; and Ambulatory Care Clinical Pharmacist, UCHealth Lone Tree Primary Care, Aurora, CO Kelsey Brzezinski, PhD, Pediatric Psychologist at Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago, Assistant Professor of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine, Chicago, IL   Do you have questions or comments you'd like to share with Neil and Sara? Leave a message at (703) 755-7288. Thank you for listening, and don't forget to “follow” Diabetes Day by Day!   Additional resources: If you or a loved one are experiencing a mental health crisis, please call the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. SAMHSA mental health help line, which is a no-cost, confidential, 24/7, 365-day-a-year treatment referral and information service available at 1-800-662-HELP (4357). Check out the American Diabetes Association®'s newly updated Mental Health Provider Directory to find to find therapists who specialize in supporting people living with diabetes near you.  

A new episode of Diabetes Day by Day is here! Join Drs. Neil Skolnik and Sara Wettergreen as they share tips to increase movement in honor of April being Move More Month. Since we're all about movement and exercise, we're excited to welcome special guests Adrienne Edge and David Rachal III from the American Diabetes Association®'s (ADA) Project Power program. They'll share how you can get involved and start moving to stay healthy, prevent, or better manage type 2 diabetes. Presented by: Neil Skolnik, MD, Professor of Family and Community Medicine, Sidney Kimmel Medical College, Thomas Jefferson University; Associate Director, Family Medicine Residency Program, Abington Jefferson Health, Abington, PA Sara Wettergreen, PharmD, BCACP, BC-ADM, Assistant Professor, Department of Clinical Pharmacy, University of Colorado Skaggs School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences; and Ambulatory Care Clinical Pharmacist, UCHealth Lone Tree Primary Care, Aurora, CO Adrienne Edge, Founder of ProFIT Family Wellness, Community Partner and Facilitator Trainer for the ADA's Project Power program   David Rachal III, Nationally Respected Leader in Medical Fitness, Wellness, and Entrepreneurial Empowerment, Community Partner and Facilitator Trainer for the ADA's Project Power program   Do you have questions or comments you'd like to share with Neil and Sara? Leave a message at (703) 755-7288. Thank you for listening, and don't forget to “follow” Diabetes Day by Day!   To learn more about Project Power, be sure to check out: diabetes.org/ProjectPower.

Join Drs. Neil Skolnik and Sara Wettergreen as they delve into the differences between FDA-approved medications and compounded and counterfeit medications, alongside special guests Dr. Susan Kuchera and Lisa Kessler. They will explore the factors that might influence the decision to use compounded treatments, the risks associated with these treatments, and one of our guests will share their personal experience with obesity treatment. This episode of Diabetes Day by Day is supported by Lilly. Presented by: Neil Skolnik, MD, Professor of Family and Community Medicine, Sidney Kimmel Medical College, Thomas Jefferson University; Associate Director, Family Medicine Residency Program, Abington Jefferson Health, Abington, PA Sara Wettergreen, PharmD, BCACP, BC-ADM, Assistant Professor, Department of Clinical Pharmacy, University of Colorado Skaggs School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences; and Ambulatory Care Clinical Pharmacist, UCHealth Lone Tree Primary Care, Aurora, CO Susan Kuchera, MD, Clinical Assistant Professor of Family and Community Medicine at the Sidney Kimmel Medical College of Thomas Jefferson University and Program Director of the Family Medicine Residency at Jefferson Health Abington   Lisa Kessler, MS, CCC-SLP, Infant-toddler Home-based Pediatric Speech-Language Pathologist   Do you have questions or comments you'd like to share with Neil and Sara? Leave a message at (703) 755-7288. Thank you for listening, and don't forget to “follow” Diabetes Day by Day! Learn more about the risks of buying medications online at the BeSafeRx website, the Food and Drug Administration's source for online pharmacy information. Read the American Diabetes Association®'s statement on compounded medications. 

A new episode of Diabetes Day by Day is here! Join Drs. Neil Skolnik and Sara Wettergreen as they dive into the world of mobile health technology and how it's shaping diabetes management. With so many apps for tracking blood glucose (blood sugar), counting carbs, and logging fitness activities, it can be tough to find the right one. In this episode, we welcome Susan Weiner, MS, RDN, CDCES, FADCES, a nutrition, health, and diabetes expert with knowledge of diabetes-related apps, and Bridget Wood, RD, LD, CDCES, who has lived with type 1 diabetes for over 15 years and has firsthand experience with apps that can assist with diabetes management. Our guests will share valuable insights on how apps can support people living with diabetes and why using them can be beneficial. This episode isn't sponsored, and we're not endorsing any specific app—just sharing examples of ones that have helped others. Presented by: Neil Skolnik, MD, Professor of Family and Community Medicine, Sidney Kimmel Medical College, Thomas Jefferson University; Associate Director, Family Medicine Residency Program, Abington Jefferson Health, Abington, PA Sara Wettergreen, PharmD, BCACP, BC-ADM, Assistant Professor, Department of Clinical Pharmacy, University of Colorado Skaggs School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences; and Ambulatory Care Clinical Pharmacist, UCHealth Lone Tree Primary Care, Aurora, CO Susan Weiner, MS, RDN, CDCES, FADCES — Columnist at Endocrine Today, Owner of Susan Weiner Nutrition, PLLC, and Nutrition Communicator and Media Consultant, New York City Metropolitan Area Bridget Wood, RD, LD, CDCES — Owner and Clinical Director of Bridget Wood Wellness, LLC, Reno, NV Do you have questions or comments you'd like to share with Neil and Sara? Leave a message at (703) 755-7288. Thank you for listening, and don't forget to “follow” Diabetes Day by Day! For additional resources, be sure to check out: FDA Alert DiabetesWise ADCES Danatech Apps and Platforms Phone apps referenced: Glucose Blood Sugar Tracker Dario Health Livongo by Teladoc Health mySugr Dexcom G7 Tidepool OMRON (for blood pressure)

A new year brings a new episode of Diabetes Day by Day! Join Drs. Neil Skolnik and Sara Wettergreen as they provide an overview of the ADA's Standards of Care in Diabetes—2025 and discuss their significance. They will also explore new updates you can bring up with your primary care provider during your next visit, including recommendations for using diabetes technology, weight management strategies, including medication therapy, and the latest insights on nutrition.  Presented by: Neil Skolnik, MD, Professor of Family and Community Medicine, Sidney Kimmel Medical College, Thomas Jefferson University; Associate Director, Family Medicine Residency Program, Abington Jefferson Health, Abington, PA Sara Wettergreen, PharmD, BCACP, BC-ADM, Assistant Professor, Department of Clinical Pharmacy, University of Colorado Skaggs School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences; and Ambulatory Care Clinical Pharmacist, UCHealth Lone Tree Primary Care, Aurora, CO Do you have questions or comments you'd like to share with Neil and Sara? Leave a message at (703) 755-7288. Thank you for listening, and don't forget to “follow” Diabetes Day by Day!

A new episode of Diabetes Day by Day is here! Join Drs. Neil Skolnik and Sara Wettergreen as they delve into the topic of heart failure. They'll discuss steps you can take if you're living with diabetes to prevent it or detect it early, and receive timely treatment for better outcomes.  In this episode, we welcome guest Jim Januzzi, MD, Professor of Medicine at Harvard Medical School, Cardiologist at Massachusetts General Hospital, and Chief Scientific Officer at the Baim Institute for Clinical Research. Dr. Januzzi has published more than 900 manuscripts, edited 5 textbooks, and serves as a Deputy Editor at the Journal of the American College of Cardiology. He is a nationally recognized lecturer on the testing and treatment of heart failure. Dr. Januzzi will share valuable insights to help people living with diabetes, no matter where they are in their journey, as it relates to heart health and heart failure.  This episode of Diabetes Day by Day is supported by Roche. Presented by: Neil Skolnik, MD, Professor of Family and Community Medicine, Sidney Kimmel Medical College, Thomas Jefferson University; Associate Director, Family Medicine Residency Program, Abington Jefferson Health, Abington, PA Sara Wettergreen, PharmD, BCACP, BC-ADM, Assistant Professor, Department of Clinical Pharmacy, University of Colorado Skaggs School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences; and Ambulatory Care Clinical Pharmacist, UCHealth Lone Tree Primary Care, Aurora, CO Jim Januzzi, MD, Professor of Medicine at Harvard Medical School, Cardiologist at Massachusetts General Hospital, and Chief Scientific Officer at the Baim Institute for Clinical Research Do you have questions or comments you'd like to share with Neil and Sara? Leave a message at (703) 755-7288. Thank you for listening, and don't forget to “follow” Diabetes Day by Day!  

November marks American Diabetes Month®, and we're thrilled to share a new episode of Diabetes Day by Day! Join Drs. Neil Skolnik and Sara Wettergreen as they explore how gratitude, self-compassion, and resilience with an abundance mindset can empower you to thrive on your diabetes journey. We're also excited to welcome back guests Marina Chaparro, RD, CDCES, MPH, founder of Nutrichicos, a bilingual nutrition practice focusing on children and family nutrition, and Aaron Sutton, LCSW, Behavioral Health Consultant at the Family Medicine Residency Program, Abington Jefferson Health. They will be sharing their insights and personal stories with us. Presented by: Neil Skolnik, MD, Professor of Family and Community Medicine, Sidney Kimmel Medical College, Thomas Jefferson University; Associate Director, Family Medicine Residency Program, Abington Jefferson Health, Abington, PA Sara Wettergreen, PharmD, BCACP, BC-ADM, Assistant Professor, Department of Clinical Pharmacy, University of Colorado Skaggs School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences; and Ambulatory Care Clinical Pharmacist, UCHealth Lone Tree Primary Care, Aurora, CO Marina Chaparro, RD, CDCES, MPH, Founder of Nutrichicos Aaron Sutton, LCSW, Behavioral Health Consultant, Family Medicine Residency Program, Abington Jefferson Health, Abington, PA Do you have questions or comments you'd like to share with Neil and Sara? Leave a message at (703) 755-7288. Thank you for listening, and don't forget to “follow” Diabetes Day by Day!

Tune in to the latest episode of Diabetes Day by Day! This time, Drs. Neil Skolnik and Sara Wettergreen zero in on nutrition in diabetes, offering practical tips and advice to help you thrive. Our special guests, Stacey Krawczyk, MS, RD, Director of Nutrition, and Toby Smithson, MS, RDN, CDCES, FAND, Senior Manager of Nutrition and Wellness—both from the American Diabetes Association®—share their insights and personal stories. Presented by: Neil Skolnik, MD, Professor of Family and Community Medicine, Sidney Kimmel Medical College, Thomas Jefferson University; Associate Director, Family Medicine Residency Program, Abington Jefferson Health, Abington, PA Sara Wettergreen, PharmD, BCACP, BC-ADM, Assistant Professor, Department of Clinical Pharmacy, University of Colorado Skaggs School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences; and Ambulatory Care Clinical Pharmacist, UCHealth Lone Tree Primary Care, Aurora, CO Stacey Krawczyk, MS, RD, Director of Nutrition at the American Diabetes Association® Toby Smithson, MS, RDN, CDCES, FAND, Senior Manager of Nutrition and Wellness at the American Diabetes Association® For additional resources, be sure to check out: The American Diabetes Association®'s Nutrition Tips The American Diabetes Association®'s Eating Patterns Healthy Plates Around the World Do you have questions or comments you'd like to share with Neil and Sara? Leave a message at (703) 755-7288. Thank you for listening, and don't forget to “follow” Diabetes Day by Day!

Join us for the latest episode of Diabetes Day by Day! This time, Dr. Neil Skolnik and Dr. Sara Wettergreen celebrate the start of Hispanic Heritage Month, exploring the role of nutrition and how cultural heritage can be embraced through food and community traditions. Our guests, Stacey Krawczyk, MS, RD, Director of Nutrition at the American Diabetes Association®, and Marina Chaparro, RD, CDCES, MPH, founder of Nutrichicos, a bilingual nutrition practice focusing on children and family nutrition, share their expertise and experiences. Presented by: Neil Skolnik, MD, Professor of Family and Community Medicine, Sidney Kimmel Medical College, Thomas Jefferson University; Associate Director, Family Medicine Residency Program, Abington Jefferson Health, Abington, PA Sara Wettergreen, PharmD, BCACP, BC-ADM, Assistant Professor, Department of Clinical Pharmacy, University of Colorado Skaggs School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences; and Ambulatory Care Clinical Pharmacist, UCHealth Lone Tree Primary Care, Aurora, CO Stacey Krawczyk, MS, RD, Director of Nutrition at the American Diabetes Association® Marina Chaparro, RD, CDCES, MPH, Founder of Nutrichicos For additional resources, be sure to check out: The American Diabetes Association®'s Nutrition Tips The American Diabetes Association®'s Eating Patterns Nutrichicos Healthy Plates Around the World Do you have questions or comments you'd like to share with Neil and Sara? Leave a message at (703) 755-7288. Thank you for listening, and don't forget to “follow” Diabetes Day by Day!

Check out the newest episode of Diabetes Day by Day! In this episode, Dr. Neil Skolnik and Dr. Sara Wettergreen delve into the challenges and triumphs of starting college with diabetes, discussing everything from dorm life to available resources. They are joined by guests who live with type 1 diabetes and will share their unique experiences: Saige Megyeri, a Pharmacy Student at the University of Colorado Skaggs School of Pharmacy, along with Peyton Skoczylas and Becca Burnett from The Diabetes Link. Presented by: Neil Skolnik, MD, Professor of Family and Community Medicine, Sidney Kimmel Medical College, Thomas Jefferson University; Associate Director, Family Medicine Residency Program, Abington Jefferson Health, Abington, PA Sara Wettergreen, PharmD, BCACP, BC-ADM, Assistant Professor, Department of Clinical Pharmacy, University of Colorado Skaggs School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences; and Ambulatory Care Clinical Pharmacist, UCHealth Lone Tree Primary Care, Aurora, CO Saige Megyeri, Pharmacy Student at the University of Colorado Skaggs School of Pharmacy Peyton Skoczylas, Senior Program Coordinator at The Diabetes Link Becca Burnett, Program Coordinator at The Diabetes Link For additional resources, be sure to check out: The American Diabetes Association®'s Safe at School College information: https://bit.ly/4cv3rqO The Diabetes Link's Off to College series: https://bit.ly/4dogPOJ The Diabetes Link's Online Resource Hub: https://bit.ly/3AnlGkG Do you have questions or comments you'd like to share with Neil and Sara? Leave a message at (703) 755-7288. Thank you for listening, and don't forget to “follow” Diabetes Day by Day!

Tune into the latest episode of Diabetes Day by Day! Hosts Dr. Neil Skolnik and Dr. Sara Wettergreen offer vital tips for traveling with diabetes and how to stay prepared for emergencies or natural disasters. Joining them are Dr. Steve Edelman from Taking Control of Your Diabetes (TCOYD) and Kelly O'Neal from the American Diabetes Association®. Presented by: Neil Skolnik, MD, Professor of Family and Community Medicine, Sidney Kimmel Medical College, Thomas Jefferson University; Associate Director, Family Medicine Residency Program, Abington Jefferson Health, Abington, PA Sara Wettergreen, PharmD, BCACP, BC-ADM, Assistant Professor, Department of Clinical Pharmacy, University of Colorado Skaggs School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences; and Ambulatory Care Clinical Pharmacist, UCHealth Lone Tree Primary Care, Aurora, CO Steve Edelman, MD, Founder and Director of Taking Control of Your Diabetes (TCOYD), Professor of Medicine at University of California San Diego-Veterans Affairs Healthcare System Kelly O'Neal, Director of Marketing, Programs and Partnerships, American Diabetes Association® Do you have questions or comments you'd like to share with Neil and Sara? Leave a message at (703) 755-7288. Thank you for listening, and don't forget to “follow” Diabetes Day by Day!

Tune in to the latest episode of Diabetes Day by Day! Hosts Dr. Neil Skolnik and Dr. Sara Wettergreen tackle the unique challenges faced by teens with type 1 diabetes and offer valuable insights on overcoming them. Joined by Nathan Bekelman, a teenager living with type 1 diabetes, who shares his inspiring personal journey. Presented by: Neil Skolnik, MD, Professor of Family and Community Medicine, Sidney Kimmel Medical College, Thomas Jefferson University; Associate Director, Family Medicine Residency Program, Abington Jefferson Health, Abington, PA Sara Wettergreen, PharmD, BCACP, BC-ADM, Assistant Professor, Department of Clinical Pharmacy, University of Colorado Skaggs School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences; and Ambulatory Care Clinical Pharmacist, UCHealth Lone Tree Primary Care, Aurora, CO Nathan Bekelman, Teenager living with type 1 diabetes Do you have questions or comments you'd like to share with Neil and Sara? Leave a message at (703) 755-7288. Thank you for listening, and don't forget to “follow” Diabetes Day by Day!

In the latest episode of Diabetes Day by Day, hosts Dr. Neil Skolnik and Dr. Sara Wettergreen take a deep dive into strategies aimed at reducing the risk of progressing from prediabetes to type 2 diabetes. An astounding 1 in 3 American adults, nearly 98 million, are living with prediabetes. Alarmingly, 81% of them are unaware of their condition. This issue demands attention because, without intervention, many people living with prediabetes may progress to type 2 diabetes in as little as 5 years. Presented by: Neil Skolnik, MD, Professor of Family and Community Medicine, Sidney Kimmel Medical College, Thomas Jefferson University; Associate Director, Family Medicine Residency Program, Abington Jefferson Health, Abington, PA Sara Wettergreen, PharmD, BCACP, BC-ADM, Assistant Professor, Department of Clinical Pharmacy, University of Colorado Skaggs School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences; and Ambulatory Care Clinical Pharmacist, UCHealth Lone Tree Primary Care, Aurora, CO Do you have questions or comments you'd like to share with Neil and Sara? Leave a message at (703) 755-7288. Thank you for listening, and don't forget to “follow” Diabetes Day by Day!

In this insightful episode of Diabetes Day by Day, hosts Dr. Neil Skolnik and Dr. Sara Wettergreen delve into the newest approaches to discussing obesity treatments with your doctor and strategies for effectively planning this conversation. They are joined by Aaron Sutton, a behavioral health consultant, and Tamika Holland, who shares her personal journey with obesity. This is the third episode of a three-part series of Diabetes Day by Day that focuses on recognizing obesity as a chronic disease that requires treatment. Learn about strategies for tackling obesity, preparing for doctor's appointments, and overcoming the hurdles associated with initiating conversations about obesity. Discover more about medications and other innovative treatment options that provide renewed hope and much more. The Focus on Obesity series is a collaborative project of the American Diabetes Association and the American Academy of Family Physicians. The entire program will comprise a total of seven episodes: three episodes of Diabetes Day by Day, which will be tailored for people with overweight or obesity and their caregivers; and four episodes of its sister podcast, Diabetes Core Update, which will cover topics of interest for family physicians, primary care clinicians, and other health care professionals. The combined seven-episode program will be released between February and June 2024 and can be freely accessed at https://diabetesjournals.org/journals/pages/podcasts_obesity. Funding support for the “Focus on Obesity” series is jointly provided by Lilly and Novo Nordisk. Presented by: Neil Skolnik, MD, Professor of Family and Community Medicine, Sidney Kimmel Medical College, Thomas Jefferson University; Associate Director, Family Medicine Residency Program, Abington Jefferson Health, Abington, PA Sara Wettergreen, PharmD, BCACP, BC-ADM, Assistant Professor, Department of Clinical Pharmacy, University of Colorado Skaggs School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences; and Ambulatory Care Clinical Pharmacist, UCHealth Lone Tree Primary Care, Aurora, CO Aaron Sutton, LCSW, Behavioral Health Consultant, Family Medicine Residency Program, Abington Jefferson Health, Abington, PA Tamika Holland, Elementary Curriculum Specialist, Abington, PA Do you have questions or comments you'd like to share with Neil and Sara? Leave a message at (703) 755-7288. Thank you for listening, and don't forget to “follow” Diabetes Day by Day!

In this highly informative episode of Diabetes Day by Day, hosts Dr. Neil Skolnik and Dr. Sara Wettergreen explore the latest in obesity management and treatment with a dual focus: lifestyle modifications and new medications. Recognizing obesity as a critical factor in overall health, Drs. Skolnik and Wettergreen are joined by Drs. Susan Fiddler and Wesley Nuffer to discuss the multifaceted approaches to obesity management. This is the second of a three-part series of Diabetes Day by Day that focuses on the critical issue of obesity, offering professional insights and advice to sustain weight management. Learn about lifestyle strategies for treating obesity, including eating habits, physical activity, and behavioral approaches, as well as groundbreaking medications offering new hope for those struggling with obesity. The Focus on Obesity series is a collaborative project of the American Diabetes Association and the American Academy of Family Physicians. The entire program will comprise a total of seven episodes: three episodes of Diabetes Day by Day, which will be tailored for people with overweight or obesity and their caregivers; and four episodes of its sister podcast, Diabetes Core Update, which will cover topics of interest for family physicians, primary care clinicians, and other health care professionals. The combined seven-episode program will be released between February and June 2024 and can be freely accessed at https://diabetesjournals.org/journals/pages/podcasts_obesity. Funding support for the “Focus on Obesity” series is jointly provided by Lilly and Novo Nordisk. Presented by: Neil Skolnik, MD, Professor of Family and Community Medicine, Sidney Kimmel Medical College, Thomas Jefferson University; Associate Director, Family Medicine Residency Program, Abington Jefferson Health, Abington, PA Sara Wettergreen, PharmD, BCACP, BC-ADM, Assistant Professor, Department of Clinical Pharmacy, University of Colorado Skaggs School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences; and Ambulatory Care Clinical Pharmacist, UCHealth Lone Tree Primary Care, Aurora, CO Susan K. Fiddler, MD, Associate Director, Family Medicine Residency    Program, Abington Jefferson Health, Abington, PA Wesley Nuffer, PharmD, BCPS, CDCES, BC-ADM, Professor, Assistant Director of Experiential Programs, Department of Clinical Pharmacy, University of Colorado Skaggs School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Aurora, CO Do you have questions or comments you'd like to share with Neil and Sara? Leave a message at (703) 755-7288. Thank you for listening, and don't forget to “follow” Diabetes Day by Day!    

In this enlightening episode of Diabetes Day by Day, hosts Dr. Neil Skolnik and Dr. Sara Wettergreen engage in a profound discussion on the topic of obesity, a pressing health issue that has seen a dramatic increase over the past 50 years. They are joined by Dr. Margarita McDonald, an obesity medical specialist, along with her patient, Tamika Holland, who shares her personal journey with obesity. This episode sheds light on the critical issue of obesity, offering both professional insights and personal experiences to foster a deeper understanding of the disease. By exploring the medical, psychological, and environmental aspects of obesity, Neil, Sara, Margarita, and Tamika provide a comprehensive overview that aims to inform, inspire, and encourage positive change in the way we view and care for obesity. The Focus on Obesity series is a collaborative project of the American Diabetes Association and the American Academy of Family Physicians. The entire program will comprise a total of seven episodes: three episodes of Diabetes Day by Day, which will be tailored for people with overweight or obesity and their caregivers; and four episodes of its sister podcast, Diabetes Core Update, which will cover topics of interest for family physicians, primary care clinicians, and other health care professionals. The combined seven-episode program will be released between February and June 2024 and can be freely accessed at https://diabetesjournals.org/journals/pages/podcasts_obesity. Funding support for the “Focus on Obesity” series is jointly provided by Lilly and Novo Nordisk. Presented by: Neil Skolnik, MD, Professor of Family and Community Medicine, Sidney Kimmel Medical College, Thomas Jefferson University; Associate Director, Family Medicine Residency Program, Abington Jefferson Health, Abington, PA Sara Wettergreen, PharmD, BCACP, BC-ADM, Assistant Professor, Department of Clinical Pharmacy, University of Colorado Skaggs School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences; and Ambulatory Care Clinical Pharmacist, UCHealth Lone Tree Primary Care, Aurora, CO Margarita McDonald, MD, Bariatrician and Medical Director, Bariatric Medicine Institute, Flourtown, PA Tamika Holland, Elementary Curriculum Specialist, Abington, PA Do you have questions or comments you'd like to share with Neil and Sara? Leave a message at (703) 755-7288. Thank you for listening, and don't forget to “follow” Diabetes Day by Day!

The Quality Corner Show explores the rise of AI in healthcare and more specifically its use in pharmacy. Podcast Host Nick Dorich, PharmD, PQS Associate Director of Pharmacy Accounts, interviews co-founders of the AI Collective Whitley Yi, PharmD, BCPS, and Christy Cheung, PharmD about how pharmacists can leverage artificial intelligence as a tool in the workplace currently and what does the future hold for AI.Whitley Yi, PharmD, BCPS, Delivery Manager and Pharmacy Specialist, Well & Adjunct Lecturer, University of Colorado Skaggs School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences Christy Cheung, PharmD, Lead, Digital Health, Insights, and Learning at Sanofi & Co-Founder of AI Collective 

Videos: 1. Agenda 2030 and the World Economic Forum Plan to Remake the World: Alex Newman (26:00) 2. Pfizer Docs Reveal 800 People Never Finished Trial Due To Death Or Injury (4:39) 3. Vaccines, what are they good for? – Dr Sam Bailey (19:00)  4. Bodily Autonomy is Only Supported When Coupled With The Abortion Agenda (1:00)  5. New Rule: The Misinformation Age | Real Time with Bill Maher (HBO) 6. George Carlin – It's A BIG Club & You Ain't In It!    Active Component of Grape Seed Extract Effective Against Cancer Cells University of Colorado Cancer Center, June 13 2022  A University of Colorado Cancer Center study published online ahead of print in the journal Nutrition and Cancer describes the laboratory synthesis of the most active component of grape seed extract, B2G2, and shows this synthesized compound induces the cell death known as apoptosis in prostate cancer cells while leaving healthy cells unharmed. “We've shown similar anti-cancer activity in the past with grape seed extract (GSE), but now we know B2G2 is its most biologically active ingredient which can be synthesized in quantities that will allow us to study the detailed death mechanism in cancer cells,” says Alpna Tyagi, PhD, of the University of Colorado Skaggs School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences. The group pinpointed B2G2 as the most active compound, but, “it's expensive and it takes a long time to isolate B2G2 from grape seed extract,” Tyagi says. This expense related to the isolation of B2G2 has limited the group's further exploration. So instead of purifying B2G2 from GSE, the group decided to synthesize it in the lab. The current study reports the success of this effort, including the ability to synthesize gram-quantity of B2G2 reasonably quickly and inexpensively. In the paper's second half, the group shows anti-cancer activity of synthesized B2G2 similar in mechanism and degree to overall GSE effectiveness. Improving Memory Naturally: Sage Contains Similar Compounds as Modern Alzheimer's Drugs Newcastle and Northumbria Universities, June 14 2022 Sage was named “Herb of the Year” in 2001 by the International Herb Association.  Some of the latest research shows how sage can boost memory and cognitive health. The leaves and stems of sage contain these antioxidant enzymes that protect against free radical oxidative cell damage as well as provide inflammatory relief from ailments such as arthritis and asthma. The Medicinal Plant Research Centre (MPRC) of England conducted studies at Newcastle and Northumbria Universities with sage oil herb pills against placebo pills. Those who took the sage performed much better with a word recall test than those who took the placebo.  In the long run, home-made tinctures are the most economical way to have and use highly effective tinctures for a long time.  Trade the chair for fresh air: Study explores link between sitting time and cardio health Simon Fraser University (Canada), June 15 2022 New research is adding further weight to the argument that prolonged sitting may be hazardous to your health. An international study surveying more than 100,000 individuals in 21 countries found that people who sat for six to eight hours a day had a 12–13 percent increased risk for early death and heart disease, while those who sat for more than eight hours daily increased that to a sobering 20 percent. Their research followed individuals over an average of 11 years and determined that high amounts of sitting time were associated with increased risk of early death and cardiovascular disease.  Not surprising, those who sat the most and were the least active had the highest risk—up to 50 percent—while those who sat the most but were also the most active had a substantially lower risk of about 17 percent. “For those sitting more than four hours a day, replacing a half hour of sitting with exercise reduced the risk by two percent,” Lear notes. “With only one in four Canadians meeting the activity guidelines there's a real opportunity here for people to increase their activity and reduce their chances of early death and heart disease.” Acupuncture Can Treat Alzheimer's Disease Hubei University of Chinese Medicine (China), June 5, 2022  An increasing number of clinical and animal studies have confirmed that acupuncture is effective for the treatment of Alzheimer's disease. Moxibustion is reported to be more effective than electro-acupuncture for improving space-recognizing memory ability in aged mice, suggesting that moxibustion is another alternative or complementary therapy used to treat Alzheimer's disease. Dr. Yanjun Du and team from Hubei University of Chinese Medicine, China only used suspended moxibustion (also named warming moxibustion, scarring moxibustion, or herb-partition moxibustion) on Baihui and Shenshu  acupoints to observe the action of pre-moxibustion on preventing apoptosis in a rat model of Alzheimer's disease. The pre-moxibustion group was treated with moxibustion for eight courses (each course lasting for 6 days) prior to the exposure and 14 days after Aβ1–42 exposure.  Moxibustion prior to Aβ1–42 exposure was more effective than moxibustion after Aβ1–42 exposure in protecting the neuronal structure and lowering the apoptosis rate. Their findings indicate that a combination of preventive and therapeutic moxibustion has a beneficial effect for the prevention of Alzheimer's disease development. Men and women with brain condition could be helped by vitamin E Cangzhou Central Hospital (China), June 15 2022.  Leukoaraiosis is an abnormality in the brain's white matter that appears on magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) as white matter hyperintensities. In an article published in the International Journal of Neuroscience, researchers at Cangzhou Central Hospital in Hebei, China reported improvements in factors related to leukoaraiosis among adults given supplements containing vitamin E. “Leukoaraiosis (LA) is a disease manifested by demyelination and gliosis in white matter, mainly caused by cerebrovascular diseases,” Yan Wang and colleagues wrote.  “Leukoaraiosis is closely related to the expression level of inflammatory factors, oxidative stress, and vascular endothelial dysfunction in patients. Vitamin E may play antioxidant and anti-inflammatory roles in various diseases.” Participants received 200 IU, 400 IU or 600 international units (IU) vitamin E or a placebo daily for 12 weeks. At the end of the treatment period, blood samples were evaluated for the inflammatory factors C-reactive protein, complement C3 and C4, and matrix metalloproteins 2 and 9, as well as for markers of oxidative stress and endothelial function (function of the lining of the arteries, which is impaired in cerebrovascular and cardiovascular disease). Inflammation, oxidative stress and endothelial function improved in all groups that received vitamin E in comparison with the placebo. Cognitive function scores also significantly improved in the vitamin E-treated groups. Improvement in all measured factors was correlated with higher doses of vitamin E. Chlorogenic acid plus chromium improves insulin resistance and lowers obesity in mice University of Toledo, June 10 2022 In an article published in Nutrition & Metabolism, University of Toledo researchers report that a combination of chromium and chlorogenic acid (CGA), a polyphenol occurring in coffee, reversed the development of obesity and insulin resistance in mice caused by the intake of a high-fat diet. Sonia M. Najjar and her associates fed male BL6 mice a standard diet or a high-fat diet for seven weeks. During the last three weeks of the diet, the high-fat group received a daily oral supplement containing water, chlorogenic acid, or a combination of chlorogenic acid and chromium in a base that contained caffeine. Body weight was measured weekly, insulin tolerance was assessed at four and seven weeks, and glucose and glucose tolerance were assessed at the end of the treatment period. At four weeks, animals supplemented with chlorogenic acid and the combination of chlorogenic acid and chromium experienced weight loss within two weeks, and attained weights comparable to those of animals that received a standard diet. While insulin resistance after four weeks was greater among high-fat diet-fed mice compared to those fed a standard diet, supplementation with chlorogenic acid plus chromium reduced this effect, and restored it to a level comparable to that of standard-diet-fed mice. Glucose tolerance and glucose levels were similarly restored in animals that received the supplement combination. 

Hello PPSers! For the last episode of the quarter, we have Dr. Michelle Ding, currently a psychiatric pharmacist at Kaiser Permanente Mental Health Center in LA, to share her working experience at different settings of psychiatric pharmacy. Dr. Ding, who graduated from UCI in 2009, found her interest in pharmacy in high school and worked as a clerk then a technician at a local pharmacy in Orange county. With being active in PPS and other opportunities that helped her grow during her time at UCI, she went for an adventurous pathway to pursue her PharmD at University of Colorado Skaggs School of Pharmacy. She completed her two years of residency then after and specialized in psychiatry. In this episode, Dr. Ding shared her experience in psychiatry pharmacy in settings of acute care, ambulatory care, and industry. If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact our External Vice President, Ryan Kwok, through email (kwokth@uci.edu). See you all after spring break! Pre-Pharmacy Society at UCI: Facebook, Instagram, Website You can support our organization by donating through @ppsatuci through Venmo! Anteaters in Pharmacy: Facebook, Instagram, Linkedin Music License: Creamy by Limujii https://soundcloud.com/limujii Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported — CC BY 3.0 Free Download / Stream: https://bit.ly/3A8mTaO Music promoted by Audio Library https://youtu.be/gyznaxwYR4w

FacultyTyree H. Kiser, PharmD, FCCM, FCCP, BCCCP, BCPSProfessor, Department of Clinical PharmacyUniversity of Colorado Skaggs School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical SciencesCritical Care Pharmacy Specialist, Department of PharmacyUniversity of Colorado HospitalAurora, ColoradoCharles E. “Kurt” Mahan, PharmD, PhC, FASHP, FCCPAdjunct Associate Professor, PharmacyUniversity of New Mexico Health Sciences CenterAlbuquerque, New Mexico  Content based on a CE activity supported by an educational grant from Alexion, AstraZeneca Rare Disease.  Link to full activity: https://www.proce.com/Anticoagulation

In this special episode on continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) and time in range Dr. Wettergreen joins our host, Dr. Neil Skolnik to discuss how to simplify and integrate CGM and time in range into primary care office practices.    This special episode is supported by an independent educational grant from Abbot. Presented by: Neil Skolnik, M.D., Professor of Family and Community Medicine, Sidney Kimmel Medical College, Thomas Jefferson University; Associate Director, Family Medicine Residency Program, Abington Jefferson Health Sara Wettergreen, PharmD, BCACP,  Dr. Wettergreen is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Clinical Pharmacy at the University of Colorado Skaggs School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences and is a clinical pharmacist at UCHealth Lone Tree Primary Care. For more information about CGM and Time in Range, please go to: www.professional.diabetes.org/timeinrange  

Dr. Kelsey Schwander is a clinical assistant professor in the Department of Pharmacy Practice at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville and is founder of BHealth Consulting.  Dr. Schwander received her Bachelor of Science in Pharmacology from University of California at Santa Barbara. She then completed her Doctor of Pharmacy at the University of Colorado Skaggs School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences. After graduation, she completed a postgraduate year one community pharmacy residency at the University of Colorado and Good Day pharmacy. During her residency, Dr. Schwander was a clinical assistant professor, worked in a primary care clinic, helped patients with transitions of care at a hospital, and created clinical programs for retail pharmacies. After her residency, Dr. Schwander became the lead Clinical Pharmacist at Good Day Pharmacy, the largest independently owned pharmacy chain in Colorado. In this position, Dr. Schwander created numerous clinical programs including travel health, naloxone, point of care testing, pharmacist prescribing hormonal contraception, and pharmacist prescribing smoking cessation.  Dr. Schwander teaches pharmacy students and practices as an ambulatory care pharmacist providing medication management to patients. She started her own consulting company,  BHealth Consulting through which she provides specialized medication counseling, cannabis consulting, gives lectures, and assists patients, providers, and businesses in creating practical healthcare solutions. Intro breakdown of show [1:20] About Kelsey [3:30] What do pharmacists do?  [5:00] Kelsey’s practice and experience during residency [9:25] Cannabis [11:15] The difference between THC and CDB [13:10] How CBD gained popularity [14:35} Educating clients on CBD and THC [19:00] Emily’s experience with edibles [21:01] Different ways to consume or use THC [22:00] Kelsey’s prediction of the future of cannabis [22:45] Common uses of cannabis [25:00] CBD for sleep and calming [26:45] How cannabis interacts with drugs- (blood thinners, antipsychotics, HIV medication)  [29:20] What consumers should know about supplements [30:40] Designs For Health or Thorne [34:00] Major Prescription Medications (NSAIDS, Metformin, Statins) [36:40] Lifestyle Prevention [48:30] Protocols of getting off medications [52:00] How often should you get blood work checked [57:55] For more information you can find her at: kelseypharmd@bhealthconsulting.com, www.bhealthconsulting.com, https://www.instagram.com/bhealth_consulting/ Follow us on IG: @wellness.unfiltered Follow Kelley: @kbakesbug Follow Emily: @emilyzwilling  

This episode features Robert L. Page II, PharmD, a professor of clinical pharmacy at the University of Colorado Skaggs School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences and co-author of a recent scientific statement from the American Heart Association (AHA) describing the current state of understanding regarding marijuana and its effect on cardiovascular health.  

This week’s episode features an interview with Dr. Shelby Kemper.In this episode, Shelby tells us all about her experience founding both a non-profit health organization, as well as her experience leading a for-profit global health consulting firm, and all of the similarities (and of course the differences ... access to toilet paper is a big one) between the two.Dr. Shelby Kemper is the Board Chair and co-founder of CU Peru, a 501c3 organization, that educates rural community health workers in the Peruvian Amazon to triage patients and employ preventative public health practices to empower their communities. She is also a Founding Board Member of Bridge to Health USA. She works as a public health professional and pharmacist as a consultant with her business, Kemper Pharmaceutical Services, which focuses on health systems strengthening and the improvement of access and utilization of pharmaceuticals in low- and middle-income countries.Dr. Kemper received her MPH at the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health and her PharmD from the University of Colorado Skaggs School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences. She currently resides in Marina del Rey, CA and enjoys pilates, traveling and spending time at the beach. Here’s how you can get in touch with Shelby and learn more about CU Peru and Bridge to Health:Reach out to Shelby on LinkedInLearn more about CU PeruLearn more about Bridge to HealthQuestions or comments? Email us at fourofakindpodcast@gmail.com. Also, don’t forget to hit subscribe and follow us on Instagram for updates!

Laura Borgelt, Pharm.D., BCPS - Professor, Departments of Pharmacy Practice and Family Medicine at the University of Colorado Skaggs School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences - talks to us about the recreational use of marijuana and its potential health consequences. Key Lessons: Cannabis (marijuana) use has increased substantially in the past decade.  Young adults are the most likely to report using marijuana in the past year or month but use among older adults (age > 65 years) is growing as well. Its important to ask patients in a non-judgmental, open-ended manner about their cannabis use including the intended purpose(s), frequency of use, and forms used. Numerous cannabis products are available. Inhaling (smoking or vaping) remains the most common method for use.  Edible products are available in a wide variety of food-like delivery systems (e.g. baked goods, candies).  Topical products are more commonly used for medical purposes. The THC concentrations found in cannabis products today are much higher than years ago. This has resulted in higher rates of unintentional overdoses leading to paranoia and psychotic symptoms. Overdosing is most common with edible products due their delayed absorption. There are several short-term and long-term health consequences related to marijuana use. Regular cannabis use can lead to neurocognitive effects including impaired memory. Cannabis use is more likely to have a detrimental impact for adolescents and young adults. Cannabis use during pregnancy also appears to have detrimental neurocognitive effects on children. There are several potential drug-drug interactions with THC and medications metabolized through CPY2C9 and CPY3A4 as well as receptor interactions. Pharmacists have an important public health role by screening for cannabis use, educating patients about the potential risks associated with marijuana use, and identifying potential drug-drug interactions. View and Download the Show Notes

Kari Franson, Pharm.D., Ph.D., BCPP - Associate Dean for Professional Education at the University of Colorado Skaggs School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences - talks to us about the medical use of marijuana, THC, and CBD. Key Lessons: Cannabis plants have been used for medical, recreational, and industrial purposes for thousands of years. The two active ingredients in cannabis plants include tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) and cannabidiol (CBD) - collectively known as cannabinoids.  They have distinctly different pharmacological properties. Cannabis plants that contain less than 0.3% of THC by dry weight are legally classified as hemp.  Cannabis plants can be cultivated to have more (or less) THC and CBD content. Prescription products containing THC have been available for more than 30 years. A buccal spray containing THC + CBD has been approved (but not in the United States) for the treatment of muscle spasms/stiffness associated with multiple sclerosis.  A purified CBD product was approved by the FDA for the treatment of rare childhood seizure disorders in 2018. There is a long list of claimed medical uses of marijuana (typically contains high concentrations of THC).  Not all claims are supported by sufficient evidence and some have been refuted by the evidence.  Far less is known about the medical uses of CBD. Cannabinoids are erratically and slowly absorbed from the GI tract. There are substantial legal barriers to studying cannabis and its health consequences in the United States. View and Download the Show Notes

Justin Rash, PharmD, talks with Danielle (Rhyne) Fixen, an Assistant Professor and Geriatric Clinical Pharmacist at University of Colorado Skaggs School of Pharmacy, about medical cannabis and older adults.  Marijuana has had a turbulent history in the United States. Starting in the mid-1990s, however, there was a push to introduce the medical benefits of cannabis to the American people once again—”once again,” because before the 20th century, marijuana was almost entirely legal. Beginning in the 1910s, states began to ban the sale of marijuana, eventually leading to a bill called the Marijuana Tax Act in 1937, which decreased the amount of hemp (a version of a cannabis plant) allowed to be produced in the U.S. Later on in the century, the stigma around marijuana grew and Richard Nixon signed into law the Controlled Substances Act, which included marijuana on a list of federally banned drugs alongside heroin, cocaine, and other narcotics. By the time the 1990s came along, though, states began adopting the medical benefits of marijuana, starting with California. About 15 years after that, marijuana itself—not just the medicinal qualities—became legal for recreational use in Washington and Colorado. As of 2017, 29 of 50 states have legalized some form of medical marijuana. A 2013 study revealed that four of five doctors approve of medical marijuana and that more than 90 percent of medical marijuana patients (of around 7,500 surveyed) say that medical marijuana has helped treat their conditions. Seniors were the largest age group in the study (more than 2,300 respondents). SenioRx Radio https://annual.ascp.com/exhibit/podcasts.html  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Justin Rash, PharmD, talks with Danielle (Rhyne) Fixen, an Assistant Professor and Geriatric Clinical Pharmacist at University of Colorado Skaggs School of Pharmacy, about medical cannabis and older adults.  Marijuana has had a turbulent history in the United States. Starting in the mid-1990s, however, there was a push to introduce the medical benefits of cannabis to the American people once again—”once again,” because before the 20th century, marijuana was almost entirely legal. Beginning in the 1910s, states began to ban the sale of marijuana, eventually leading to a bill called the Marijuana Tax Act in 1937, which decreased the amount of hemp (a version of a cannabis plant) allowed to be produced in the U.S. Later on in the century, the stigma around marijuana grew and Richard Nixon signed into law the Controlled Substances Act, which included marijuana on a list of federally banned drugs alongside heroin, cocaine, and other narcotics. By the time the 1990s came along, though, states began adopting the medical benefits of marijuana, starting with California. About 15 years after that, marijuana itself—not just the medicinal qualities—became legal for recreational use in Washington and Colorado. As of 2017, 29 of 50 states have legalized some form of medical marijuana. A 2013 study revealed that four of five doctors approve of medical marijuana and that more than 90 percent of medical marijuana patients (of around 7,500 surveyed) say that medical marijuana has helped treat their conditions. Seniors were the largest age group in the study (more than 2,300 respondents). SenioRx Radio https://annual.ascp.com/exhibit/podcasts.html  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Joseph Saseen, Pharm.D., BCPS, BCACP, CLS - Professor of Clinical Pharmacy and Family Medicine, University of Colorado Skaggs School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences - discusses the various credentials pharmacists can earn following graduation and licensure. Key Lessons Credentials include degrees, licensure, post-graduate training, and board certification. Earning a certificate is not synonymous with becoming board certified. Board certification requires candidates to meet specific eligibility criteria and pass a comprehensive examination to validate the breadth and depth of knowledge in the area of specialization. Board certification can give pharmacists a competitive advantage for employment and open doors to new opportunities. Candidates should consider preparing for a board certification exam either through a formal, structured program or forming a study group ... or both. Obtaining advanced credentials is ultimately about improving the quality of care pharmacists provide to patients. View and Download the Show Notes!

Questions? Comments? Recommend someone for an interview? Contact us twopillspodcast@gmail.com or find us on twitter @twopillspodcast! Highlights (full transcript at www.twopillspodcast.com): Meghan Jeffres graduated pharmacy school from University of Wyoming, PGY1 at Intermountain Healthcare in Salt Lake City Utah, PGY2 at Barnes-Jewish Hospital in St. Louis Missouri, Assistant to Associate professor at Roseman University College of Pharmacy in Las Vegas Nevada, then back to Assistant at the University of Colorado Skaggs School of Pharmacy. She loves creating, doesn’t mind assessing, hates writing about it. L: I just have to say after knowing Meghan and working with her, I disagree with that last sentence. She is fantastic at all three of those. M: Quality of output does not necessarily mean enjoying the process. But thank you. I came in to Academia through the side door. The first classroom I was in was at Roseman, which is a 3 year accelerated program with a block schedule. Students are in class from 8 to 3 and you are responsible for that day. You have six hours to teach and spend that time with them. You are forced to schedule time in your lectures to do things. The time management is an interesting process to learn. Roseman really focused on Mastery of learning and it was a 90% pass-fail curriculum. On average, your curriculum should be ⅓ to 1/2 Active Learning. Since then, I have become an advocate for active learning. Now, I'm really looking at the scholarship of active learning. One thing that I thought would be mundane was going through worksheets. In the classroom, as infectious disease teachers, there is no standard textbook. We are often creating our own content. I give them that basic information ahead of time in a flipped classroom kind of way. Then, in class, we go through a skeleton of a workbook. I thought students might find it boring, but they are so into it. They think it's really effective. Handouts, worksheets, workbooks, or something I do all the time. Surprising part is that it is effective and yet rudimentary. It's not graded and all of it is focused on their learning and their benefit. What has not been effective was taking ID fundamentals and skipping a couple of steps. That led to asking them to apply things that they were maybe not ready for. That can be very frustrating for even your highest achieving students. It will cause them to check out. There has to be gradual steps from memorization to application in the real world. There can be assuming that they can make connection or links that haven't been assessed yet in the classroom. For someone who is new to teaching, I think the best thing is to sit in the classroom. It does not have to be your content area. You should go listen to both clinical and science folks. It takes time, but your first year as faculty is when you probably have the most flexibility to do it. If there is another pharmacy school nearby, broaden your horizons and go there to listen. There are two things to look for. One is what is the teacher doing and two how are the students responding. Sometimes it's hard to take something that you created and put it out into the world, even to your own classroom. It will be critiqued and picked apart. There's a concern that they will hate this thing that you developed or put time into. Is it going to be embarrassingly terrible? You have to be risk tolerant. It also comes with practice. You also get much better at planning. You do not want to wing it or just have it be a free-for-all. Things go sideways quickly. It comes from repeated efforts of trying new things. You will just get better at trying new things. That in itself is a skill. When I was first introduced to strength finders, I thought that was such a great concept. Stop trying to fix what you're bad at and go ahead and spend time in what you're good at. That felt like a permission slip for me. One of the

Pharmacy Future Leaders Geily Ward interviews SouLeePharmD Lee Amaya CU Pharmacy Student, raps about his experience at the University of Colorado Skaggs School of Pharmacy. How is it going, the last time that we spoke you were preparing for a big move. How does it feel to uproot your life for a PGY1 residency? Do you have family out there or is this more of an all for the PharmD deal? Before we go in depth about residency, lets talk about the basics… Why pharmacy? What about the profession interested you? Why University of Colorado School of Pharmacy? What inspired you to make this rap? How are you planning on incorporating rapping with your profession? What can you share about residency, any advice on the application process, tips for interviews?  What area of academia interests you? https://souleemusic.bandcamp.com/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Pharmacy Future Leaders Geily Ward interviews SouLeePharmD Lee Amaya CU Pharmacy Student, raps about his experience at the University of Colorado Skaggs School of Pharmacy. How is it going, the last time that we spoke you were preparing for a big move. How does it feel to uproot your life for a PGY1 residency? Do you have family out there or is this more of an all for the PharmD deal? Before we go in depth about residency, lets talk about the basics… Why pharmacy? What about the profession interested you? Why University of Colorado School of Pharmacy? What inspired you to make this rap? How are you planning on incorporating rapping with your profession? What can you share about residency, any advice on the application process, tips for interviews?  What area of academia interests you? https://souleemusic.bandcamp.com/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Pharmacy Future Leaders Geily Ward interviews SouLeePharmD Lee Amaya CU Pharmacy Student, raps about his experience at the University of Colorado Skaggs School of Pharmacy. How is it going, the last time that we spoke you were preparing for a big move. How does it feel to uproot your life for a PGY1 residency? Do you have family out there or is this more of an all for the PharmD deal? Before we go in depth about residency, lets talk about the basics… Why pharmacy? What about the profession interested you? Why University of Colorado School of Pharmacy? What inspired you to make this rap?