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Today's episode of This Week in Pharmacy — #TWIRx is sponsored by Value Drug Company and explores two major forces reshaping pharmacy: the evolution of the community pharmacy business model and the expanding role of artificial intelligence in medication optimization and value-based care.   PART ONE: The Impact of the Cash-based Community Pharmacy   Special Guest: Rick Seipp, PharmD President, Value Drug Company Community pharmacy is entering a new era.   In Part One, Todd Eury sits down with Rick Seipp, PharmD, President of Value Drug Company, to discuss the continued evolution and expansion of independent community pharmacy and the many different business models emerging across the profession.   Independent pharmacy owners are increasingly evaluating new ways to build sustainable businesses while creating greater professional freedom for pharmacists. One of the most interesting developments is the growth of cash-based and cost-plus pharmacy models that reduce or eliminate dependence on traditional insurance reimbursement and PBM-controlled prescription economics.   These models can give pharmacy owners greater control over pricing, patient relationships, clinical services and the overall direction of their businesses — while allowing pharmacists to practice with significantly less interference from insurance companies and pharmacy benefit managers.   Two pharmacies in the Pittsburgh region are demonstrating how powerful this model can become: Blueberry Pharmacy — Kyle McCormick, PharmD has built Blueberry Pharmacy around a transparent, cash-based model designed to simplify prescription pricing and create a more direct relationship between the pharmacist and patient. Forward Rx Pharmacy — Brandon Antinopoulos, PharmD is another emerging example of how pharmacists can create innovative pharmacy businesses built around transparency, accessibility and freedom from many of the traditional constraints of third-party reimbursement.   Todd and Rick discuss what these models mean for the broader independent pharmacy marketplace and why community pharmacy may be moving toward a much more diversified future.   Sponsored by Value Drug Company, a pharmacist-led wholesale distribution partner committed to supporting the continued growth and independence of community pharmacy. https://lnkd.in/ehf76qUs PART TWO: AI-Powered Medication Optimization   Special Guests: Yoona Kim, PharmD, PhD Co-Founder & CEO, Arine Jenny Behan, PharmD Lead Clinical Pharmacist, Arine In Part Two, #TWIRx shifts from pharmacy business innovation to one of the most important developments occurring in clinical pharmacy: the use of artificial intelligence to optimize medication therapy at scale. Arine is an AI-powered medication optimization platform designed to improve patient outcomes and reduce healthcare costs by helping ensure patients receive the most effective and appropriate medications. Listen to This Week in Pharmacy — TWIRx on the Pharmacy Podcast Network across Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, iHeartRadio, YouTube and all major podcast platforms. Pharmacy Podcast Network — Amplifying the Voice of Pharmacy.

Welcome to the 2026 Cencora ThoughtSpot Rewind, sponsored by Outcomes!   In this special 4-part series we get a deep look into the event that took place this year in Orlando Florida. The Pharmacy Podcast Network was embedded into the Outcomes booth where we caught all the action on the show room floor. To learn more about what Outcomes is doing for pharmacies, visit https://www.outcomes.com/   In this episode hosted by Todd Eury, Founder and CEO of the Pharmacy Podcast Network, we hear from: Kushal Vaghani - Denbigh Pharmacy Kevin Boesen - Outcomes Gold Eneyo - Cencora Nic Bernabe - Outcomes Steven Dolan - Monroe Pharmacy Dalia Rios - Outcomes Christian Hampel - Family Prescription Counter

Can the Body Heal Itself? A Pharmacist and Naturopath Talk Pregnancy and Nutrition Dr. Randi Shannon said she was going to blow our minds, and she delivered! In this episode of MaternalRx, pharmacist Danielle Plummer, PharmD, sits down with Dr. Shannon, a traditional naturopath who uses Face, Tongue and Nail Analysis, an approach she describes as rooted in thousands of years of traditional medicine. Their conversation explores pregnancy preparation, nutrition, nausea and vomiting, minerals, essential oils, disease prevention, and Dr. Shannon's belief that the face, tongue, and fingernails can reveal clues about what is happening inside the body. The interview is followed by a commentary where Danielle puts her pharmacist hat on for an evidence-based debrief, examining several of the episode's most surprising claims and asking an essential healthcare question: What happens when an idea sounds biologically plausible, yet the clinical evidence has not been tested? Topics include Type 1 diabetes, Down syndrome, salt intake, peppermint oil in pregnancy, cholesterol, dietary oils, pharmaceuticals, nutrient requirements, and the important distinction between traditional naturopaths and licensed naturopathic doctors. This isn't a conversation about dismissing complementary medicine. It's about listening with curiosity while still asking important questions: What do we know? What don't we know? Where might an approach put a patient or pregnancy at risk, and where might it support the body's ability to heal? Stay through the end to hear Danielle's Takeaway! Section 1: Welcome and disclaimer Meet Dr. Randi Shannon What is a naturopath? Preparing the body for pregnancy Nausea in pregnancy and gut health What can fingernails tell us? Nutrients and claims about preventing or reversing disease What can the tongue reveal? What can the face reveal? Section 2: Evidence-Based Debrief Do we need exactly 60 minerals, 16 vitamins, 12 amino acids and 3 essential fatty acids? Is Type 1 diabetes created during the first trimester? Can Type 1 diabetes develop later in life? Can maternal nutrition reverse Down syndrome in utero? Peanuts, mold, aflatoxins and liver risk Peppermint essential oil during pregnancy Are Americans “undersalted”? Pharmaceuticals, synthetic drugs and side effects Cholesterol, dietary oils and reproductive health Traditional vs. licensed naturopaths Danielle's takeaway About Dr. Randi Shannon Randi Shannon, ND, is a Florida-based traditional naturopath known for her use of Face, Tongue and Nail Analysis. She works with clients virtually in Florida, across the United States and internationally. Learn more: TheBodyCan.com RandiShannon.com/face-tongue-nail-analysis/ (844) 275-1056 About the Host Danielle Plummer, PharmD, is a pharmacist, antepartum doula, and founder of Obstet-Rx. Also known as HG Pharmacist, she helps women navigate Hyperemesis Gravidarum and medication use in complex pregnancies through education, advocacy and personalized medicine. HGPharmacist.com LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/daniellerplummer HG Support Group: facebook.com/HGClinicalSolutions Important Listener Note This episode contains health and medical claims made by a guest that may differ from or contradict current evidence-based medical guidance. The guest's statements represent her perspectives and should not be interpreted as endorsement by MaternalRx, Danielle Plummer, or the Pharmacy Podcast Network. The second half of the episode provides Danielle's evidence-based commentary on several of these claims. This podcast is for educational purposes and is not a substitute for individualized medical care. Patients should discuss medications, supplements, herbal products, essential oils, and other treatments with an appropriately qualified healthcare professional.

Welcome to the 2026 Cencora ThoughtSpot Rewind, sponsored by Outcomes!   In this special 4-part series we get a deep look into the event that took place this year in Orlando Florida. The Pharmacy Podcast Network was embedded into the Outcomes booth where we caught all the action on the show room floor. To learn more about what Outcomes is doing for pharmacies, visit https://www.outcomes.com/   In this episode hosted by Todd Eury, Founder and CEO of the Pharmacy Podcast Network, we hear from:   Scott Lake - Rx.co Kaley Lester - Outcomes Nicholas Turos - Cencora Janet Parrish - Adair Drug; Colombia, KY Kaushal Patel - Apollo Pharmacy; Savannah, GA Bianca Bradshaw - Elmore Pharmacy; Red Bluff, CA Zackary Levine - Cencora

Welcome to the 2026 Cencora ThoughtSpot Rewind, sponsored by Outcomes!   In this special 4-part series we get a deep look into the event that took place this year in Orlando Florida. The Pharmacy Podcast Network was embedded into the Outcomes booth where we caught all the action on the show room floor. To learn more about what Outcomes is doing for pharmacies, visit https://www.outcomes.com/   In this episode hosted by Todd Eury, Founder and CEO of the Pharmacy Podcast Network, we hear from: Ross Frei - Outcomes Ana Jimenez - Farmacia Las Americas, West Palm Beach, FL Todd Pendergraft - Broken Arrow Family Drug APA, Broken Arrow, OK Justin Erro - Medzoomer Nick DeSouza - Outcomes Jevic Dunn - Outcomes

Send us Fan MailSchedule an Rx AssessmentLive at McKesson Ideashare 2026, this episode features Ollin Sykes in conversation with Todd Eury on the Pharmacy Podcast Network. Ollin covers:The importance of monthly adjustments for receivables, inventory, and payablesThe risks of commingling multiple pharmacy entities on one balance sheet or P&LWhat pharmacy owners considering expansion, file purchases, or long-term care/home expansion need to have in place firstStay connected with us:FacebookTwitterLinkedInScotty Sykes – CPA, CFP LinkedInScotty Sykes – CPA, CFP TwitterBonnie Bond – CPA LinkedInBonnie Bond – CPA TwitterMore resources on this topic: Podcast - Becoming a Pharmacy GladiatorPodcast – Driving Independent Pharmacy Profitability in 2026 with Nicolette Mathey, PharmD, CEO of Atrium24Podcast – 2026 Quarter 2 Pharmacy UpdatePodcast – America 250, The history of Pharmacy, Q&A

*AI is one of my favorite topics (right up there with peptides!), and today I'm sharing real, concrete ways I've seen independent pharmacy owners use AI to save time, save money, and make money. **   **Show Notes:** 1. **Introduction** [0:00] 2. ** Building AI Solutions for Pharmacy Owners ** [0:34] 3. **AI Integration Inside Pharmacy Badass University** [1:06] 4. **Using AI to Evaluate Job Candidates ** [1:41] 5. **Uploading Contracts and Long Documents for Quick Analysis** [2:29] 6.**Create Custom Training Systems with AI** [4:26] 7.**AI Scheduling Tool** [5:23] 8.**Pharmacy Owners Building Their Own AI Tools** [8:38] 9.**Going to AI Before Google** [8:52] 10.**Switching from ChatGPT to Claude Cowork** [9:14] 11.**Time, Money, and Energy Back Through AI** [9:45] ----- #### **Becoming a Badass Pharmacy Owner Podcast is a Proud to be a part of the Pharmacy Podcast Network**

**In this session of Ahead of the Curve, Heather from DiversifyRx sits down with Neal Watterson of AutoPilotRX to reveal how independent pharmacies can begin offering GLP-1s, peptides, and other high-margin sterile compounds through a compliant central-fill model. Neal walks through how AutoPilotRX's technology connects pharmacies with licensed 503A fulfillment partners, making it possible to expand services, generate significant new revenue, and stay compliant—all without the cost and complexity of sterile compounding. If you've been wondering how to participate in the growing demand for GLP-1s and peptides while minimizing operational headaches, this webinar breaks down exactly what's required and how pharmacies are getting started.**   **Show Notes:** 1. **Introduction** [0:00] 2. **Pharmacy Profit Matrix and Regulatory Updates** [3:12] 3. **Neil Waterson's Introduction and Background** [5:47] 4. **Cash Pay Medicine and Market Trends** [11:07] 5. **Autopilot RX's Solution for Compounding Growth** [15:23] 6. **Cost and Benefits of the Autopilot Program** [20:36] 7. **Q&A and Closing Remarks** [25:26] 8. **Final Thoughts and Next Steps** [31:04]   ----- #### **Becoming a Badass Pharmacy Owner Podcast is a Proud to be a part of the Pharmacy Podcast Network**

Send us Fan MailSchedule an Rx AssessmentIt's mid-2026, and Scotty Sykes joins the Pharmacy Podcast Network to talk about where independent pharmacy stands at the halfway mark of the year. In this episode, Scotty walks through: Why now is the time for owners to get their books, margins, and cash flow in orderThe surge of cash-based revenue opportunitiesBolt-on business models like home care and central fillAnd more!Stay connected with us:FacebookTwitterLinkedInScotty Sykes – CPA, CFP LinkedInScotty Sykes – CPA, CFP TwitterBonnie Bond – CPA LinkedInBonnie Bond – CPA TwitterMore resources on this topic: Podcast - Becoming a Pharmacy GladiatorPodcast – Driving Independent Pharmacy Profitability in 2026 with Nicolette Mathey, PharmD, CEO of Atrium24Podcast – 2026 Quarter 2 Pharmacy UpdatePodcast – America 250, The history of Pharmacy, Q&A

Independent pharmacies are facing growing reimbursement uncertainty, especially when dispensing high-cost brand medications such as GLP-1 therapies. In this exclusive Pharmacy Podcast Network special feature, we examine how GoodRx Community Link provides independent pharmacies with predictable pricing and favorable economics across both brand and generic medications, ultimately helping pharmacies remain solvent while providing consumers affordable prescription prices.   Todd Eury is joined by David Graziano, Head of Retail Network at GoodRx, and Tom DePietro, independent pharmacy owner at DePietro's Pharmacy, for a practical discussion about the pressures affecting independent pharmacy and the need for reimbursement models that support  pharmacy viability. The conversation explores how Community Link supports brand medications through manufacturer-funded savings that flow back to the pharmacy through GoodRx, while the manufacturer covers the administrative fee. For generic medications, the program uses a NADAC-based cost-plus model intended to provide clearer visibility into reimbursement. Listeners will also hear how independent pharmacies are impacted by rising deductibles, prior authorizations, narrow formularies, cash-pay growth, and increased competition. David and Tom discuss the importance of transparent pricing, digital engagement, streamlined fulfillment, personalized patient care, and sustainable economics for local pharmacies. Key discussion points include: The financial risk of dispensing high-cost brand medications like GLP-1s Predictable reimbursement for brands and generics The role of manufacturer-funded savings for brand medications NADAC-based cost-plus pricing for generics Pharmacy access to GLP-1 cash-pay programs Competing through service, technology, and patient relationships Protecting local healthcare access through independent pharmacy Explore how GoodRx Community Link can bring greater transparency and predictability to brand and generic dispensing, helping independent pharmacies serve patients sustainably and with confidence. Featured Guests: David Graziano — Head of Retail Network, GoodRx Tom DePietro — Independent Pharmacy Owner, DePietro's Pharmacy Host: Todd Eury — Founder, Pharmacy Podcast Network Visit goodrx.com/CommunityLink to learn more GoodRx is NOT insurance.

This is the Pharmacy Podcast Network's coverage of the 2026 McKesson ideaShare! Missed the big event? We've got you covered. McKesson's ideaShare is one of the largest community pharmacy brainstorm events. Empowering current and future independent pharmacists with deeper connections, new ways to innovate, and strength in numbers for the voice of community pharmacy. Join host Todd Eury, CEO of the Pharmacy Podcast Network, as he walks the exhibit hall in Denver Colorado interviewing vendors, attendees, independent pharmacy owners, and industry friends.   Thank you to AAPA, for sponsoring this coverage! In this episode we hear from: Kate Helf - IPC Nancy Lyons - McKesson Mackenzie Hernandez - NimbleRx Mohan Gulati, CEO - Thinkrr.ai Ryan Spaulding, VP Sales - Lumistry Veronica German - McKesson Alex Berce - Good Value Pharmacy Crystal Lennartz, President - Health Mart & Health Mart Atlas Kerolos Ekladious - TJM Labs Marc Essensa, CEO - IPC

*Most pharmacy owners are doing social media completely wrong… and it's costing them serious growth. Posting generic "come visit us" content isn't cutting it and what you should be doing instead. I share real success stories from my members and how showing up authentically on video helped them attract more patients, build provider relationships, and grow their revenue without spending a dime on ads. You don't need to be a social media influencer or have a wild personality.**   **Show Notes:** 1. **Introduction** [0:00] 2. ** Social Media Mistakes in Pharmacies ** [0:110] 3. **The Power of Authenticity in Social Media ** [1:06] 4. **The 100-Day Video Challenge ** [1:56] 5. **Success Stories of Pharmacy Owners** [4:00] 6.**Video Creation for Independent Pharmacy Marketing** [6:45] ----- #### **Becoming a Badass Pharmacy Owner Podcast is a Proud to be a part of the Pharmacy Podcast Network**

Specialty pharmacy is becoming one of the most important access points in modern healthcare, particularly for patients managing complex, chronic, rare, and high-cost conditions. As therapies advance and patient needs become more sophisticated, health systems are rethinking how specialty pharmacy can improve medication access, continuity of care, clinical outcomes, affordability, and the overall patient experience.   In this special episode of This Week in Pharmacy, the Pharmacy Podcast Network introduces Specialty Care Close to Home, a new series examining how hospitals and health systems are designing, building, supporting, and scaling specialty pharmacy services across health-system and community-based care models.   Featured Guests   Dr. Laura Mark, PharmD Vice President of Pharmacy, Allegheny Health Network   Allison Arant Senior Vice President, Clearway Health   Chris Corsi Chief Executive Officer, CassianRx   Together, the guests discuss why health-system specialty pharmacy expansion matters, what successful programs require, and where the greatest strategic and operational challenges exist. The conversation explores how strong partnerships, integrated clinical workflows, patient-centered technology, and coordinated care teams can reduce fragmentation and improve specialty medication access.   Discussion Highlights The growing strategic role of health-system specialty pharmacy Keeping patients connected to trusted local care teams Improving access, adherence, affordability, and therapy management Building scalable specialty pharmacy infrastructure Integrating clinical, operational, and technology capabilities Overcoming payer, workflow, workforce, and reimbursement challenges Creating collaborative models that support long-term sustainability   Future episodes of Specialty Care Close to Home will explore accreditation, payer access, manufacturer relationships, clinical workflow, patient engagement, technology infrastructure, data reporting, community access, workforce development, and financial sustainability.   The series will also feature pharmacy directors, vice presidents, executives, operators, and innovators from health systems across the country who are leading the next generation of specialty care delivery.   Host: Todd Eury, Founder of the Pharmacy Podcast Network   Coming Soon: Specialty Care Close to Home—a national conversation about bringing advanced specialty pharmacy services closer to where patients live, work, and receive care.

*Are over-the-counter (OTC) peptides legal? How are they regulated, and what do independent pharmacy owners need to know before offering them? I'mDr. Lisa Faast and I'm breaking down the differences between peptides as dietary supplements and FDA-approved drugs. I'll explain the regulatory framework, proper labelling requirements, approved routes of administration, and why she believes OTC peptides represent one of the biggest opportunities for independent pharmacies. If you're a pharmacy owner trying to figure out how to legally and profitably get into the peptide space without compounding or dispensing headaches, this one's for you.**   **Show Notes:** 1. **Introduction** [0:00] 2. **Understanding Peptides and Their Regulatory Framework ** [0:14] 3. **Regulatory Guidelines for OTC Peptides** [2:24] 4. **Practical Examples and Labeling Requirements** [4:05] 5. **Opportunities in the Peptide Market** [5:41] ----- #### **Becoming a Badass Pharmacy Owner Podcast is a Proud to be a part of the Pharmacy Podcast Network**

This is the Pharmacy Podcast Network's coverage of the 2026 McKesson ideaShare! Missed the big event? We've got you covered.       McKesson's ideaShare is one of the largest community pharmacy brainstorm events. Empowering current and future independent pharmacists with deeper connections, new ways to innovate, and strength in numbers for the voice of community pharmacy.       Join host Todd Eury, CEO of the Pharmacy Podcast Network, as he walks the exhibit hall in Denver Colorado interviewing vendors, attendees, independent pharmacy owners, and industry friends.       Thank you to Independent Pharmacy Cooperative (IPC), for sponsoring this coverage!       In this episode we hear from: Timothy Lawson Metropolis Drugs & IPC Member John Covello Chris Darling - Darling Apothecary Ollin Sykes - Sykes and Company Diana Baumohl - Go Mango Meds Sam Pizzo - LSPedia Emlah Tubuo - Emlah Consulting

Integrative Care Impact and the Expanding Role of the Pharmacist | TWIRx Today's episode of This Week in Pharmacy explores two major opportunities shaping the future of the profession: the growth of holistic and integrative pharmacy services inside community pharmacies, and the expanding demand for pharmacists across the business, insurance, and PBM sectors. In our first segment, Todd Eury welcomes special guests Robert Kress, RPh, and Dr. Bianca Bradshaw, PharmD, owner of Elmore Pharmacy in Red Bluff, California. Together, they discuss the tremendous opportunity for independent pharmacies to build holistic and integrative health departments that respond to growing consumer demand for natural products, supplements, wellness solutions, and personalized care. Dr. Bianca Bradshaw, PharmD https://www.linkedin.com/in/bianca-bradshaw-141092205/ Patients are increasingly seeking more natural approaches to health, but they still need trusted clinical guidance. Community pharmacists are uniquely positioned to help patients evaluate products, avoid harmful interactions, understand evidence, and develop safer, more effective wellness plans. This conversation explores how pharmacies can create new service lines, improve patient relationships, and establish sustainable revenue opportunities through integrative care. In our second segment, Dr. Bonnie Hui-Callahan, PharmD, returns to the show to discuss career opportunities for pharmacists within Judi Health and Capital Rx, as well as the broader business and insurance side of pharmacy. Dr. Bonnie Hui-Callahan, PharmD https://www.linkedin.com/in/bonnie-hui-callahan/ As PBMs continue to evolve, new-generation models are creating demand for pharmacists who understand clinical care, benefits, formulary strategy, patient access, data, and healthcare economics. Bonnie shares why pharmacists will remain essential as PBMs transform and why the profession should look beyond traditional dispensing and clinical practice roles when considering future career paths. Today's episode is sponsored by Independent Pharmacy Cooperative and SuiteRx. Listen to This Week in Pharmacy on the Pharmacy Podcast Network.

This is the Pharmacy Podcast Network's coverage of the 2026 McKesson ideaShare! Missed the big event? We've got you covered. McKesson's ideaShare is one of the largest community pharmacy brainstorm events. Empowering current and future independent pharmacists with deeper connections, new ways to innovate, and strength in numbers for the voice of community pharmacy. Join host Todd Eury, CEO of the Pharmacy Podcast Network, as he walks the exhibit hall in Denver Colorado interviewing vendors, attendees, independent pharmacy owners, and industry friends.   Thank you to AAPA, for sponsoring this coverage!   In this episode we hear from: Kelli Sneed & Shams Shibley - AAPARx John Covello with IPC and Anne Cassity with NCPA Mike Bollinger - LiveOak Bank Shahida Choudhry & Jake Johnson - Palms Pharmacy Blair Thielemier - PQS by Innovaccer Nick Fournarakis - Fagron

**Independent pharmacy has always been built on relationships but what if those relationships could become the foundation for sustainable, recurring clinical revenue? In this session of Ahead of the Curve, Heather Haro sits down with Brad Tice, CEO of RxGenomix, to explore how independent pharmacies can move beyond traditional dispensing and build ongoing patient care programs that strengthen engagement, improve outcomes, and create new revenue opportunities.**   **Show Notes:** 1. **Introduction** [0:00] 2. **Overview of Pharmacy Badass University and Brad's Role** [4:09] 3. **Introduction to RX Genomics and Brad's Career Background** [6:17] 4. **Introduction to the New Solution by RX Genomics** [12:09] 5. **Details of the Two-Sided App and Its Features** [15:19] 6. **Subscription Model and Revenue Generation** [16:15] 7. **Onboarding and Implementation** [31:07] 8. **Q&A and Additional Features** [35:45] 9. **Conclusion and Next Steps** [36:19]   ----- #### **Becoming a Badass Pharmacy Owner Podcast is a Proud to be a part of the Pharmacy Podcast Network**

**In this episode, every week, my DiversifyRx accountability program members share their wins with me, and I picked 10 of my favorites from this past week to share with you..** **Show Notes:** 1. **Introduction** [0:00] 2. **Pharmacy Wins** [0:10] 3. **Pharmacy Opportunities Ahead** [0:46] 4. **Pharmacy Financial Wins** [1:18] 5. **Landing Desired Hire and Built Excel Referral Tracking System** [1:48] 6. **Save Serious Time in Your Pharmacy** [1:56] 7. **Rework GLP-1 Pricing and Expand Service in Your Pharmacy** [2:35] 8. **Using AI for your Pharmacy** [3:00] 9. **Streamlining Your Pharmacy** [3:16]   ----- #### **Becoming a Badass Pharmacy Owner Podcast is a Proud to be Apart of the Pharmacy Podcast Network**

**At DiversifyRX, when I help pharmacy owners with done-for-you digital marketing, I only ask for the specific access needed to do the job, never full ownership. I want you to do the same with any company you work with. Give access, not ownership and never let a contract require otherwise. That's a major red flag. Protect your digital assets before you end up with your website or social media held hostage.**   **Show Notes:** 1. **Introduction** [0:00] 2. **Pharmacy Digital Business Assets** [0:23] 3. **Losing Access to Digital Assets** [1:09] 4. **Access vs Ownership** [1:32] 5. **Facebook Permission Levels** [2:10] 6. **Our Own Policy** [2:50] 7.**Digital Footprint: Why This Matters in Today's Business World** [3:30] 8.**Red Flags** [4:03] 9.**The Universal Rule: Applies to Every Company Including Us** [5:53] 10.**Using AI Tools** [6:48]   ----- #### **Becoming a Badass Pharmacy Owner Podcast is a Proud to be a part of the Pharmacy Podcast Network**

This is the Pharmacy Podcast Network's coverage of the 2026 McKesson ideaShare! Missed the big event? We've got you covered.   McKesson's ideaShare is one of the largest community pharmacy brainstorm events. Empowering current and future independent pharmacists with deeper connections, new ways to innovate, and strength in numbers for the voice of community pharmacy.   Join host Todd Eury, CEO of the Pharmacy Podcast Network, as he walks the exhibit hall in Denver Colorado interviewing vendors, attendees, independent pharmacy owners, and industry friends.   Thank you to the Independent Pharmacy Cooperative (IPC), for sponsoring this coverage!   In this episode we hear from:   Mark Kinney - IPC Eddy Sookswat - McKesson Kevin Boesen - Outcomes Nick Secret - IPC Dave Randolph - Dave's Pharmacy Jimmy Pappadeas & David Plotkin - Scripted Samantha Pomeroy - IPC Sallie Rafie - Birth Control Pharmacist

**Looking for new ways to grow pharmacy revenue while enhancing patient care? In this fifth session of the Pedal to the Metal: Q2 Is Go Time Webinar Series, Medsense Health shares how independent pharmacies can quickly identify, enroll, and support eligible patients in reimbursable clinical service programs without adding staff or increasing operational costs. Join Medsense leaders Matt Gilbert and Scott Kowalski as they explain how pharmacies can leverage Remote Therapeutic Monitoring (RTM), Remote Patient Monitoring (RPM), adherence programs, and smart health technology to generate meaningful recurring revenue while strengthening patient relationships.**   **Show Notes:** 1. **Introduction** [0:00] 2. **Introduction of Medsense Health and Their Team** [3:16] 3. **Overview of Medsense Health's Clinical Services** [7:00] 4. **Details of Program Implementation and Onboarding** [8:44] 5. **Addressing Concerns and Additional Features** [17:26] 6. **Final Thoughts and Contact Information** [22:00]   ----- #### **Becoming a Badass Pharmacy Owner Podcast is a Proud to be a part of the Pharmacy Podcast Network**

On this episode of This Week in Pharmacy, we bring together three powerful voices shaping the future of pharmacy, independent practice, functional medicine, and healthcare transformation.   First, we welcome Kris Rhea, MBA, Contributing Editor with Dispense Times, a digital publication dedicated to supporting independent community pharmacy owners across the United States. Kris brings a business-focused perspective on pharmacy operations, growth strategy, workflow efficiency, data-driven decision-making, and market positioning. His work with Dispense Times helps independent pharmacists navigate today's rapidly changing healthcare landscape, including PBM pressures, evolving patient expectations, regulatory challenges, and the need for sustainable business models that keep local pharmacies strong.   We also speak with James Maskell, founder of Evolution of Medicine, an organization built to inspire, equip, and unite functional and integrative medicine practitioners. Evolution of Medicine provides education, practice-building resources, and community for clinicians who are working to build thriving practices rooted in whole-person care. James brings a national perspective on the movement toward functional medicine, community-based care, prevention, and new models that empower practitioners to better serve patients beyond the limitations of conventional healthcare.   Our third guest is Marina Buksov, PharmD, a pharmacist, herbalist, educator, podcast host, and holistic health consultant. After earning her PharmD from St. John's University and graduating Summa Cum Laude in 2013, Marina entered pharmacy eager to serve patients, but quickly recognized that traditional allopathic pharmacy did not fully align with her deeper calling to help people thrive through prevention, root-cause care, plant medicine, and sustainable wellness strategies. Her experience behind the pharmacy counter and as a patient herself inspired her to pursue health coaching, nutrition, functional medicine, and clinical herbalism. Today, Marina helps pharmacists and healthcare professionals explore natural-minded career paths and build meaningful work that bridges pharmacology, herbal therapeutics, and holistic care.   Together, this episode explores where pharmacy is headed: independent pharmacy survival, business model innovation, functional medicine, patient-centered care, pharmacist reinvention, and the growing demand for healthcare professionals who can connect science, prevention, and real-world practice.   Listen to This Week in Pharmacy on the Pharmacy Podcast Network. Pharmacy's future is being built by those willing to challenge the current model, support independent practice, and expand the role of pharmacists as trusted healthcare providers.

This is the Pharmacy Podcast Network's ASEMBIA 2026 rewind! We're dedicated to bringing you inside coverage of the pharmacy nation's biggest events with on the street style interviews with keynote speakers, attendees, exhibitors, and recurring guests who make each year special.  This is part six of our six part series! We'd like to thank Finch Marketing for sponsoring this episode! On this episode we interview: Nicolle McClure - President, Finch Marketing Seth Chaney - CEO, 609 Health Natalie Ryan - Vice President of Specialty Pharmacy Srulik Dvorsky - TailorMed Michael Oleksiw and Abby Reynolds - Pleio Fran Gregory - PharmD, Cardinal Health  

On this episode of This Week in Pharmacy, we examine three major forces shaping healthcare today: the global impact of conflict on health security, the continued evolution of personalized specialty pharmacy care, and the over-the-counter products patients rely on most.   We open the show with Aman Gupta, Managing Partner, Asia-Pacific at SPAG FINN Partners, and contributor author at MedikaLife. Aman joins TWIRx to discuss his latest MedikaLife article, which argues that global conflict is quietly undermining health security by redirecting funding, attention, and infrastructure away from healthcare and toward defense priorities.   As military spending rises, health systems—especially in low- and middle-income countries—face growing pressure from shrinking access, rising costs, workforce shortages, disrupted supply chains, weakened disease surveillance, and reduced emergency preparedness. Conflicts in Ukraine, Gaza, and Sudan demonstrate how attacks on healthcare systems, displacement, malnutrition, and shortages of essential medicines can rapidly turn health access into a survival issue. Aman urges policymakers to treat health as strategic security infrastructure, not as a secondary social expense.   TWIRx also gives a special shout out to the Indian Pharmaceutical Association, recognizing its continued leadership and advocacy for the pharmacy profession.   Next, we welcome Dr. Chris Antypas, PharmD, with Perigon Pharmacy 360, for a discussion on how specialty pharmacy is becoming increasingly personalized. As complex therapies continue to advance, pharmacists are playing a critical role in ensuring medications and treatment plans are customized to optimize patient care. We explore how technology, workflow processes, clinical expertise, and pharmacists who deeply understand specific disease states are essential to successful specialty pharmacy outcomes.   To wrap up the episode, returning guest Shanley Chien Pierce, Senior Editor, Health at U.S. News & World Report, joins us to review the latest OTC medicine and health product evaluations. Top-rated products include Children's Delsym for coughs, Unisom for sleep, and Pedialyte for electrolytes, along with skincare favorites such as La Roche-Posay for retinol and Aquaphor for lip balm.   For the full list covering more than 128 categories, visit the U.S. News Best OTC Medicine & Health Products rankings.   Sponsored by Perigon Pharmacy 360 Listen & Subscribe Stay connected with This Week in Pharmacy and the Pharmacy Podcast Network for conversations with pharmacy leaders, healthcare innovators, policy experts, and industry voices shaping the future of care.

This is the Pharmacy Podcast Network's ASEMBIA 2026 rewind! We're dedicated to bringing you inside coverage of the pharmacy nation's biggest events with on the street style interviews with keynote speakers, attendees, exhibitors, and recurring guests who make each year special.  This is part five of our six part series! We'd like to thank PantherX Rare for sponsoring this episode! On this episode we interview: Katie DiLorenzo, PharmD SVP - PantherRx Austin Russian - PantherRx Autumn Santeler -  Polar Tech Industries Ben Heiser - Lumicera Health Services Caroline Girardeau, PharmD, MBA ACHC Chris Stewart - Petauri Natalie Bedford - McKesson

*In this session of Pedal to the Metal: Q2 Is Go Time, Heather Harrow sits down with Mike Cannata from Merchant Cost Consulting (MCC) to break down how independent pharmacies can reduce credit card processing fees and uncover hidden costs that quietly eat away at margins every single month.* **Show Notes:** 1. **Introduction** [0:00] 2. **Overview of the Newsletter and Profit Matrix** [2:27] 3. **Mike Cannata's Introduction and Merchant Cost Consulting Overview** [5:13] 4. **Challenges and Benefits of Reducing Credit Card Fees** [12:41] 5. **Process and Implementation of Merchant Cost Consulting Services** [18:29] 6. **Conclusion and Encouragement to Join Pharmacy Badass University** [22:08]   ----- #### **Becoming a Badass Pharmacy Owner Podcast is a Proud to be a part of the Pharmacy Podcast Network**

This is the Pharmacy Podcast Network's ASEMBIA 2026 rewind! We're dedicated to bringing you inside coverage of the pharmacy nation's biggest events with on the street style interviews with keynote speakers, attendees, exhibitors, and recurring guests who make each year special.  This is part four of our six part series! We'd like to thank JB Consulting for sponsoring this episode!   On this episode we interview: Shaun Jensen - JB Consulting Group Lindsay Greenleaf - ADVI Magnar Kvilhaug - Odin Pharmacy Innovations LLC Marina Allen - RxAccess Partners Matt Hare - CoverMyMeds Richard Brook - Better Health Worldwide Valerie Mondelli and Colin Banas - DrFirst

**In this episode, I'll show you how to build a travel health service in your independent pharmacy, from stocking a summer end cap with sunscreens, bug sprays, and hydration packets, to offering travel vaccine services and paid travel consultations.** **Show Notes:** 1. **Introduction** [0:00] 2. **Summer Travel Opportunities for Pharmacies** [0:10] 3. **Creating a Summer Care Section in Your Pharmacy** [0:44] 4. **Travel Vaccines and Consulting Services** [2:14] 5. **Reaching Out to Community Groups** [3:59] 6. **Building a Profitable Travel Pharmacy Niche** [4:45]   ----- #### **Becoming a Badass Pharmacy Owner Podcast is a Proud to be Apart of the Pharmacy Podcast Network**

This is the Pharmacy Podcast Network's ASEMBIA 2026 rewind! We're dedicated to bringing you inside coverage of the pharmacy nation's biggest events with on the street style interviews with keynote speakers, attendees, exhibitors, and recurring guests who make each year special.  This is part three of our six part series! We'd like to thank Pergion Pharmacy 360 for sponsoring this episode! Chris Antypas PharmD - Perigon Pharmacy 360 Chris Corsi - CassianRx Christen Roy - Inovalon Robert Ojeda - K&B Pharmacy Associates

This is the Pharmacy Podcast Network's ASEMBIA 2026 rewind! We're dedicated to bringing you inside coverage of the pharmacy nation's biggest events with on the street style interviews with keynote speakers, attendees, exhibitors, and recurring guests who make each year special.  This is part two of our six part series! We'd like to thank Nested Knowledge for sponsoring this episode!   On this episode we interview: Keith Kallmes - Nested Knowledge Hannah Baxter and Andrew Rouff, MMIT - The Dedham Group Heather Bonome - URAC Jeremy Richardson - Gifthealth Joe Depinto - McKesson Johny Kello - MatchRx Shawn Griffin - URAC  

This is the Pharmacy Podcast Network's ASEMBIA 2026 rewind! We're dedicated to bringing you inside coverage of the pharmacy nation's biggest events with on the street style interviews with keynote speakers, attendees, exhibitors, and recurring guests who make each year special.  This is part one of our six part series! We'd like to thank Clearway Health for sponsoring this episode!   On this episode we interview:   Allison Arant - Clearway Health Jennifer Noonan - Accessia Health  Aleata Postell - CenterWell Derek Dennis, PharmD - Clearway Health  Dr. Shafaat Pirani, PharmD, BCGP - Wellgistics Health Meghna Misra - Claritas Rx

**In this session of Pedal to the Metal: Q2 Is Go Time, Heather Harro sits down with Dr. Blair Thielemier from EQUIPP | Innovaccer to break down how pharmacies can turn existing clinical opportunities into real, measurable revenue—without adding more workload.** **Show Notes:** 1. **Introduction** [0:00] 2. **Overview of Clinical Services and Dr. Blair's Background** [3:53] 3. **EQUIPP Dashboard and Its Features** [7:15] 4. **Co-Pilot Product Demonstration** [18:09] 5. **Q&A and Final Remarks** [15:50]   ----- #### **Becoming a Badass Pharmacy Owner Podcast is a Proud to be a part of the Pharmacy Podcast Network**

**In this episode, I explain why rapid growth in a PBM-heavy pharmacy actually triggers serious cash flow problems, how the timing gap between paying your wholesaler and getting reimbursed by PBMs creates a financial squeeze, and what you can do to offset it.** **Show Notes:** 1. **Introduction** [0:00] 2. **Cash Flow Challenges in Pharmacies** [0:10] 3. **Impact of Rapid Growth on Cash Flow** [2:45] 4. **Strategies to Mitigate Cash Flow Issues** [3:54] 5. **Financial Consequences of Pharmacy Growth** [6:19] 6. **Controlling Your Pharmacy Cash Flow** [7:17] **Links mentioned in this episode:** Join our DiversifyRx Facebook Group for FREE: https://www.facebook.com/groups/diversifyrx/   ----- #### **Becoming a Badass Pharmacy Owner Podcast is a Proud to be Apart of the Pharmacy Podcast Network**

This is the Pharmacy Profit Summit Live Recap Show! Welcome to Part Two. Pharmacy owners from across the US have come together to learn ways to improve their pharmacy's profit and bring better value to their patient's. The Pharmacy Podcast Network brings you this exclusive "man on the street" coverage of the show with interviews hosted by Todd Eury talking to the attendees, speakers, and vendors. In this episode, we hear interviews with: Pete Nagel - CurifyLabs Christopher Flores - Payment Processing Doug Soupon - RxOneShop Fiona Sartoretto Verna Omar - Utopia Pharmacy  

**In this session of Pedal to the Metal: Q2 Is Go Time, Heather Haro sits down with Raymond Kalivas from Tabz to show how independent pharmacies can streamline operations, collect payments faster, and increase revenue—without changing their existing workflow.** **Show Notes:** 1. **Introduction** [0:00] 2. **Ray's Background and Tabz Overview** [1:05] 3. **Explanation of Tabs for Pharmacies** [2:50] 4. **Integrations and Efficiency** [6:47] 5. **Cost Savings and Revenue Generation** [7:26] 6. **Onboarding and Training** [7:42] 7. **Customization and Patient Experience** [11:27] 8. **Delivery and Auto Refill Features** [13:39] 9. **Customer Testimonials and Future Plans** [15:41] 10. **Contact Information and Closing Remarks** [18:07]   ----- #### **Becoming a Badass Pharmacy Owner Podcast is a Proud to be a part of the Pharmacy Podcast Network**

**In this video, Dr. Lisa Faast shares a simple strategy that helped increase supplement revenue by 10X in just 90 days—and it doesn't involve “selling” at all.** **Show Notes:** 1. **Increasing Supplement Sales in Pharmacies** [0:00] 2. **Effective Marketing and Product Placement** [3:24] 3. **Vinco B's Liposomal Products** [4:29] 4. **Promoting NAD Supplements** [7:11] 5. **Boosting OTC Sales and Pharmacy Profitability** [9:13]   ----- #### **Becoming a Badass Pharmacy Owner Podcast is a Proud to be Apart of the Pharmacy Podcast Network**

**In this video, Lisa Faast shares her honest perspective on using voice AI in pharmacy settings, including where it excels, where it needs boundaries, and how it can significantly improve workflow efficiency.** **Show Notes:** 1. **Voice AI in Pharmacies: Introduction and Comfort Level** [0:00] 2. **Voice AI Capabilities and Applications** [1:38] 3. **Challenges and Solutions in Pharmacy Technology Integration** [3:36] 4. **Advocacy for Technology Adoption in Pharmacies** [5:31] ----- #### **Becoming a Badass Pharmacy Owner Podcast is a Proud to be Apart of the Pharmacy Podcast Network**

Welcome to the Pharmacy Podcast Network's special 3-Part series on the coverage of the American Pharmacist Association's Annual Conference event held in Los Angeles, California on March 27-31st. In this series, you'll hear from 4 key social media influencers having a massive impact on Pharmacy Advocacy, innovators exploring the advancing technology and use of AI in Pharmacy, and more! In this episode, we hear from: Stephen Beckman - Yaral Pharma Kati Forbes, PharmD Robbie Abasi, PharmD, Xavier Hill, PharmD, and Sam Llona, PharmD - RxRated Podcast Katlyn - Student at University of Montanna Sakhi Gaurang Patel - CuraVoice   Thank you to Yaral Pharma and the Independent Pharmacy Cooperative (IPC) for sponsoring this episode!  

This is the Pharmacy Profit Summit Live Recap Show! Welcome to Part One. Pharmacy owners from across the US have come together to learn ways to improve their pharmacy's profit and bring better value to their patient's. The Pharmacy Podcast Network brings you this exclusive "man on the street" coverage of the show with interviews hosted by Todd Eury talking to the attendees, speakers, and vendors. In this episode, we hear interviews with: Ross Miller - TJM Labs Bradly Davie - InBody Jonathan Tanner - BreathRox Ajay Mehra - UGO Rx Amanda Pritchett - Vaccine Connect

Welcome to the Pharmacy Podcast Network's special 3-Part series on the coverage of the American Pharmacist Association's Annual Conference event held in Los Angeles, California on March 27-31st. In this series, you'll hear from 4 key social media influencers having a massive impact on Pharmacy Advocacy, innovators exploring the advancing technology and use of AI in Pharmacy, and more! In this episode, we hear from: Kelli Stovall, RPh, EMBA, - IPC Amantha Bagdon - RxPost Dixie Leikach - PeerRx Dr Erin Parsons, PharmD - LSPedia Sally Rafie, PharmD Thank you to Independent Pharmacy Cooperative (IPC) for sponsoring this episode!

This Week in Pharmacy – 04-06-2026 Sponsored by Outcomes and Independent Pharmacy Cooperative (IPC) On this episode of This Week in Pharmacy, we dig into another high-impact week across the profession with TWIRx news, practice transformation, oncology leadership, pediatric research innovation, and a look ahead to one of specialty pharmacy's biggest gatherings of the year. This week's episode is powered by our sponsors, Outcomes and Independent Pharmacy Cooperative (IPC), organizations continuing to support independent pharmacy innovation, patient engagement, and pharmacy performance. In the TWIRx News segment, we cover four important stories shaping the national conversation in pharmacy. First, we discuss the federal fraud case involving a Dearborn Heights pharmacy owner who pleaded guilty in a $1.9 million health care fraud scheme. According to the U.S. Department of Justice, Rabih Hamdan admitted to conspiring to submit false claims for prescription drugs that were either medically unnecessary or never actually dispensed, impacting Medicare, Medicaid, and Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan. Federal prosecutors say the fraudulent claims totaled at least $1.9 million over a five-year period. Next, we look at oncology pharmacy leadership through the lens of Amy Seung, who is stepping into the HOPA presidency during a period of rapid acceleration in cancer care. In Pharmacy Times, Seung describes a practice environment where new approvals, indications, toxicity data, and clinical questions are arriving weekly or even daily. She positions HOPA as a key bridge between emerging science and real-world implementation, with this year's conference emphasizing bispecific therapies, real-world evidence, supportive care, and toxicity management. We also spotlight a powerful research update from the UNC Eshelman School of Pharmacy, where professor David Drewry and student researchers are advancing work on diffuse intrinsic pontine glioma (DIPG), an aggressive pediatric brain cancer with limited treatment options and an average life expectancy of about one year after diagnosis. The team is using an open-science model to accelerate discovery while keeping future therapies more affordable, and they are working with M4K Pharma to advance an ALK2 inhibitor toward a Phase 1 clinical trial. Finally, we feature a practice transformation story from Drug Topics: Gregg Jones, MBA, RPh, made the leap from corporate pharmacy leadership to launching Compass Core Pharmacy, described as Rhode Island's first cost-plus pharmacy model. The cash-only model focuses on generics, uses AI-driven ordering, serves a growing veterinary segment with more than 1,400 pet prescriptions, and operates as a CLIA-waived pharmacy offering point-of-care testing. It is a compelling example of how pharmacists are reengineering care delivery outside the traditional reimbursement framework. We are also getting ready for Asembia 2026 in Las Vegas, where the Pharmacy Podcast Network will once again provide press coverage with support from Clearway Health. You can find us at booth 1805, where we'll be capturing conversations that matter across specialty pharmacy, access, patient support, innovation, and care delivery. Our first featured interview is with Nick Baird, Director of Marketing with Outcomes, where we will explore the growing role of pharmacy engagement, patient activation, and value creation in community-based care. Our second interview features Dr. Jen Hammons, PharmD, DrPH, with Health Wagon, a vital community healthcare organization dedicated to serving medically underserved patients through an expanding network of care. In 2024 alone, Health Wagon served 7,291 unique patients through 21,615 patient encounters, supported by five mobile health units, three stationary clinic sites, a dental clinic, a vision clinic, and a pharmacy. Known for hosting one of the nation's largest health outreach efforts of its kind, Health Wagon continues to expand its impact through the dedication of staff, volunteers, trustees, partners, donors, and supporters. Join us as we connect the week's top headlines to the broader transformation underway in pharmacy practice, policy, specialty care, and community health. To learn more, follow the Pharmacy Podcast Network and stay connected as we head into Asembia 2026.

**In this webinar, Dr. Lisa Faast had a casual conversation with Ndidiamaka "Didi" Okpareke, also known as the “Queen of Compounding.” Didi is a pharmacist, business owner, and candidate for Congress in New Mexico's CD1 district.** **Show Notes:** 1. **Introduction and Purpose of the Webinar** [0:00] 2. **Didi's Background and Journey into Pharmacy** [2:11] 3. **Challenges Faced by Independent Pharmacies** [3:50] 4. **Didi's Decision to Run for Congress** [5:39] 5. **Role of Congress and Committee Assignments** [9:23] 6. **Support and Funding for the Campaign** [12:56] 7. **Challenges of Running in a Blue State** [22:56] 8. **Final Thoughts and Call to Action** [25:22] **Links mentioned in this episode:** Websites Mentioned: https://www.didiforcongress.com/   ----- #### **Becoming a Badass Pharmacy Owner Podcast is a Proud to be Apart of the Pharmacy Podcast Network**

Welcome to the Pharmacy Podcast Network's special 3-Part series on the coverage of the American Pharmacist Association's Annual Conference event held in Los Angeles, California on March 27-31st. In this series, you'll hear from 4 key social media influencers having a massive impact on Pharmacy Advocacy, innovators exploring the advancing technology and use of AI in Pharmacy, and more! In this episode, we hear from: Jeffrey Gonzales - APhA Board Maurice Shaw, PharmD & Shane Jerominski, PharmD Richard Dang, PharmD Marsha Millonig, Rph Walter Oronsaye, PharmD, MS Thank you to YARAL Pharma for sponsoring this episode!

Welcome to this special three-part press coverage series from the Pharmacy Podcast Network, recorded on location at the Pennsylvania Pharmacists Association Annual Conference, held February 20th through the 22nd at the Hilton Harrisburg. This series is proudly sponsored by Value Drug Company and the Pennsylvania Pharmacists Care Network — PPCN — as they celebrate their 10th anniversary of advancing pharmacist-led patient care across the Commonwealth.   In this episode we hear from: Nicole Mannella Hasson - Value Drug Kyle McCormick PharmD & Brandon Antinopoulos, PharmD Kerry Trueman - AlignRx Nishaminy (Nish) Kasbekar, PharmD, BSPharm, FASHP - Penn Medicine  Mark Pilkington, BS Pharm, MS Justin Leonard - PrimeRx Michael D. Hogue, PharmD, FAPhA Victoria Elliot - CEO PPA

Welcome to this special three-part press coverage series from the Pharmacy Podcast Network, recorded on location at the Pennsylvania Pharmacists Association Annual Conference, held February 20th through the 22nd at the Hilton Harrisburg. This series is proudly sponsored by Value Drug Company and the Pennsylvania Pharmacists Care Network — PPCN — as they celebrate their 10th anniversary of advancing pharmacist-led patient care across the Commonwealth.   In this episode we hear from: Darryle Tillman, RPh & John DeJames Jonathan Ference PharmD Jake Reckenbauher Dr Gavin Merin & Angela York - Value Drug Tom DePietro

In this inspiring episode of CPhT Connect, host Mike Johnston, CPhT-Adv, sits down with Ellaine Sisomphou-Ramos, a nationally certified pharmacy technician whose career is a masterclass in professional growth and self-advocacy. Originally trained as a nurse in the Philippines, "Ella" shares her remarkable journey of transitioning to the U.S. pharmacy landscape, moving from high-volume retail to a specialized role in outpatient infusion and specialty pharmacy. Her dedication to clinical excellence recently earned her a nomination as one of the Top 50 Most Influential Leaders in The Pharmacy 50 Awards by Pharmacy Podcast Network, where she ranked in the top 45—a powerful testament to the impact a technician can have on the entire profession.

Welcome to this special three-part press coverage series from the Pharmacy Podcast Network, recorded on location at the Pennsylvania Pharmacists Association Annual Conference, held February 20th through the 22nd at the Hilton Harrisburg. This series is proudly sponsored by Value Drug Company and the Pennsylvania Pharmacists Care Network — PPCN — as they celebrate their 10th anniversary of advancing pharmacist-led patient care across the Commonwealth.   In this episode we hear from: Margie Lydon - Value Drug Company Darren Mensch, PharmD, BCPS, BCACP Hayleigh Monroe - P4 Pharmacy Student Mayank (Dr. Mak) Amin, PharmD, RPh, MBA  Todd Laser - Value Drug Company Jonathan Adly - TJM Labs  Jennifer (Pekich) Urso  

Welcome to another episode of TWIRx – This Week in Pharmacy, where we break down the most important developments impacting the pharmacy profession. This week's show features leaders from across community pharmacy, health systems, healthcare advocacy, and international patient engagement. From PBM reform to patient-centered care and health system growth in Western Pennsylvania, this episode brings together voices shaping the future of pharmacy. Sponsored by Sykes & Company, P.A. Accounting, tax strategy, and advisory services dedicated exclusively to independent pharmacy operators. Segment 1 Austin Murray Communications and Marketing Director – Sykes & Company, P.A. We kick off TWIRx with Austin Murray from Sykes & Company, discussing the NCPA Consumer Marketing Campaign designed to educate the public about the value of community pharmacies. Austin shares insights on: • The importance of telling the community pharmacy story directly to consumers • Why independent pharmacies remain essential healthcare access points • The evolving state of independent pharmacy nationwide • Continued momentum around PBM Reform • Strategic accounting and tax advantages pharmacy operators should understand in today's challenging reimbursement environment Austin also explains how pharmacy-focused accounting firms like Sykes & Company help owners navigate reimbursement pressure, tax planning, and business strategy. Segment 2 Mark Duman Pharmacy 50 Award Winner – United Kingdom International healthcare thought leader Mark Duman joins TWIRx to discuss one of the most important principles in healthcare transformation: The patient must come first. Mark shares his perspective on: • Why healthcare systems must remain patient-centered • How pharmacy can lead the way in improving patient outcomes • Lessons learned from patient engagement initiatives in the UK healthcare system • Why meaningful healthcare innovation always begins by focusing on the patient experience Mark emphasizes that when healthcare professionals keep the patient as the constant focus, better pharmacy care and stronger health systems follow. Segment 3 Dr. Laura Mark, PharmD Vice President of Pharmacy – Allegheny Health Network Next, we welcome Dr. Laura Mark, Vice President of Pharmacy at Allegheny Health Network (AHN), who shares exciting news about new pharmacy operations facilities recently built in Butler County, Pennsylvania. Todd and Laura also reflect on their shared roots growing up in Butler County, while discussing how AHN is investing in the future of pharmacy. Topics include: • The new pharmacy operations infrastructure in Western Pennsylvania • How AHN is expanding pharmacy services across the Greater Pittsburgh region • The role of health system pharmacy in improving access to care • Strategic positioning for future healthcare growth and integration AHN continues to strengthen its pharmacy operations as a key component of coordinated patient care throughout the region. Segment 4 Eric Pusey Independent Pharmacy Owner – Pennsylvania Closing out this week's episode, pharmacy owner Eric Pusey joins TWIRx to discuss the latest updates on PBM Reform in Pennsylvania. In 2024, Pennsylvania enacted Act 77, a landmark law aimed at increasing oversight and fairness in pharmacy benefit management. Eric explains how the law: • Grants new regulatory authority to the Pennsylvania Insurance Department • Restricts PBM patient steering to pharmacies owned or affiliated with benefit managers • Improves transparency requirements for PBM operations • Establishes payment protections intended to level the playing field for community pharmacies Patient steering practices have long limited competition and reduced patient choice. Eric shares why these reforms represent an important step toward protecting both patients and independent pharmacy providers across the Commonwealth. Listen & Subscribe Stay informed on the business, policy, and innovation shaping the pharmacy profession. Follow TWIRx – This Week in Pharmacy on the Pharmacy Podcast Network, featuring conversations with the leaders and advocates advancing pharmacy practice.

In this episode, listeners get to know the leadership of the California Pharmacists Association (CPhA), exploring their professional journeys, personal backgrounds, and the experiences that shaped their commitment to advancing the pharmacy profession. Susan Bonilla, CEO of the California Pharmacists Association, joins Dr. Sean Kim, PharmD, Vice President of Practice & Professional Development at CPhA, to discuss California's progress in pharmacy benefit manager (PBM) reform. As the largest state in the nation, California continues to play a significant role in shaping policies that strengthen patient access to pharmacy care and improve transparency within the prescription drug supply chain. Bonilla and Kim share insights into the reforms California has achieved, the legislative and regulatory priorities currently underway, and how these efforts may influence PBM reform conversations across the country. The PBM Reform Podcast is sponsored by the American Pharmacy Cooperative, Inc. (APCI). APCI's sponsorship supports the production of this program but does not imply affiliation with the individual guests, nor endorsement of the views, opinions, or insights shared by podcast hosts or guests. APCI does not endorse any statements or content discussed on the PBM Reform Podcast or across the Pharmacy Podcast Network. Please reach out to the APCI Communication's team for additional information.