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**NAD continues to be one of the top-selling supplements across the board, and many pharmacies are offering NAD injections through 503B partners like Olympia (a great partner that offers my members exclusive discounts). But since there isn't just one standardized protocol, dosing NAD can get confusing fast for both providers and pharmacists. I walk through the different administration routes (sub-Q, IM, and IV), typical dosing ranges, and how to think about tracking NAD by total weekly dose rather than just a single injection amount. I also share my personal comfort level when it comes to injection volume, and how to have those conversations with providers and patients when a requested dose might not be the most comfortable fit. Whether you're getting NAD dosing questions from providers or just want a clearer framework for your pharmacy, this one's for you..**   **Show Notes:** 1. **Introduction** [0:00] 2. **NAD Dosing and Dosage Forms Overview** [4:18] 3. **Standardized NAD Injection Formats** [2:07] 4. ** Challenges with High-Dose NAD Injections** [3:15] 5. **Tracking NAD Doses and Patient Comfort** [4:19] 6. **IV Infusions and Flexible NAD Scheduling** [4:50] 7. ** Final Thoughts and Member Resources** [6:40]   ----- #### **Becoming a Badass Pharmacy Owner Podcast is a Proud to be a part of the Pharmacy Podcast Network**

This week on TWIRx, we're looking at the expanding role of pharmacists in public health, value-based care, artificial intelligence, medication intelligence, and the technology infrastructure supporting independent community pharmacy.   We begin with a special conversation featuring Alex J. Adams, PharmD, MPH, Assistant Secretary for the Administration for Children and Families (ACF), and Pennsylvania pharmacy leader Robert “Rob” Maher, PharmD, President and Chief Operating Officer of the Pennsylvania Pharmacists Care Network (PPCN).   Dr. Adams brings a pharmacist's perspective to federal health and human services leadership, while Maher leads a statewide clinically integrated pharmacy network focused on measurable patient outcomes. Together, we discuss how pharmacists are becoming increasingly involved in public health initiatives and how organizations such as PPCN are helping demonstrate the value of pharmacist-provided care through value-based models in Pennsylvania.   Next, we continue our countdown to NASP inSPire 2026 with one of PPN's Podcast Press Sponsors, Hendren AI.   John Boos, PharmD, MBA, Founder and CEO of Hendren AI, joins us to examine the growing role of artificial intelligence in specialty pharmacy and rare disease management. We discuss how AI-enabled tools can support pharmacists by processing complex information, improving workflow efficiency, automating administrative processes, and helping pharmacy teams devote more time to clinical care and patient engagement.   Our 3rd segement on today's TWIRx, we catch up with Vince Costanzo of RxBLU for an important discussion about the rapidly changing pharmacy technology landscape.   Pharmacy software today is about far more than features and functionality. For an independent pharmacy, its technology platform can sit at the center of dispensing, claims, inventory, patient communication, workflow, and business continuity.   We discuss why pharmacies should evaluate not only the technology they purchase, but also the stability, accessibility, support structure, and long-term strategy of the company behind it. As consolidation continues throughout healthcare technology, independent pharmacy owners need to understand what a potential acquisition, ownership change, or shift in corporate priorities could mean for the software platforms their operations depend upon.   Our featured Podcast Press Sponsor is First Databank — FDB.   David Delaney, MD, President of FDB, joins TWIRx to discuss the company's newly announced FDB Script Agent™, an AI-powered prescribing agent designed to move ambient listening beyond clinical documentation.   FDB Script Agent converts patient-clinician dialogue into structured prescriptions ready for clinician review, using FDB medication intelligence to provide clinical grounding and codification rather than relying on simple natural-language processing alone. We explore what this next generation of ambient AI could mean for prescribing workflows, medication safety, clinicians, and ultimately the pharmacies receiving those prescriptions.   It's another packed edition of This Week in Pharmacy — connecting pharmacy leadership, public health, specialty pharmacy, artificial intelligence and the technology shaping the future of the profession.   This is TWIRx — This Week in Pharmacy, from the Pharmacy Podcast Network.

**In Session 5 of the Ahead of the Curve – Summer Webinar Series, Heather sits down with Vince Costanzo and Ronald Collins of RxBLU to talk about the Pharmacy Operating Platform, or POP™, and why this approach could change the way independent pharmacies think about their technology.**   **Show Notes:** 1. **Introduction** [0:00] 2. **RX Blue Product Overview** [4:18] 3. **Workflow and Customization** [9:04] 4. **Cloud Security and Connectivity** [15:13] 5. **Ownership and Onboarding** [21:07]   ----- #### **Becoming a Badass Pharmacy Owner Podcast is a Proud to be a part of the Pharmacy Podcast Network**

**What if your pharmacy could recover money from claims that were reimbursed below your cost? Heather sits down with Kris from Pharmacy Marketplace to explain payment-floor laws, underwater claims, and how pharmacies can challenge PBM underpayments. Learn how the process works, why many pharmacies are still leaving money on the table, and how technology can make filing and tracking appeals far easier.**   **Show Notes:** 1. **Introduction** [0:00] 2. **Addressing Underpaid Claims** [4:12] 3. **The Pharmacy Marketplace Solution** [7:49] 4. **Onboarding and Implementation Process** [10:45] 5. **Subscription Model and ROI** [14:57] 6. **Data as a Tool for Advocacy** [16:43]   ----- #### **Becoming a Badass Pharmacy Owner Podcast is a Proud to be a part of the Pharmacy Podcast Network**

**Your payment processor could be costing your pharmacy more than you realize. Heather sits down with Chris Flores from USA Payments to talk about hidden processing fees, card-not-present transactions, online sales, and why some pharmacies are paying far more than they should. Learn what to look for on your statements and how the right payment setup can help lower expenses while giving your pharmacy the flexibility to grow.**   **Show Notes:** 1. **Introduction** [0:00] 2. **Challenges with Legacy Payment Processors** [2:38] 3. **The Shift Toward Online Pharmacy Sales** [4:38] 4. **Optimizing Card Not Present Transactions** [8:18] 5. **Getting Started with USA Payments** [12:53]   ----- #### **Becoming a Badass Pharmacy Owner Podcast is a Proud to be a part of the Pharmacy Podcast Network**

**Could your pharmacy be leaving thousands—or even hundreds of thousands—of dollars on the table? Heather sits down with Don from Quartermaster Tax Management to break down the R&D tax credit, why compounding pharmacies may qualify, recent tax law changes, and the important deadlines pharmacy owners need to know. If your pharmacy compounds or customizes medications, this is an episode you don't want to miss.** **Show Notes:** 1. **Introduction** [0:00] 2. **Recent Legislative Changes** [3:54] 3. **Qualifying Criteria and Benefits** [7:06] 4. **Next Steps for Pharmacy Owners** [9:53] 5. **Expertise and Audit Protection** [16:52]   ----- #### **Becoming a Badass Pharmacy Owner Podcast is a Proud to be a part of the Pharmacy Podcast Network**

**I'm talking about one of the biggest mistakes I see independent pharmacy owners make: chasing 10% optimizations instead of 10X results. In this video, Dr. Lisa Faast explains why pharmacy owners should stop chasing small 10% improvements and start looking for opportunities that can create 10X results. From bookkeeping and vial costs to payroll, revenue opportunities, peptides, OTC, and compounding, Lisa shares how to identify the areas that have the potential to make the biggest financial impact on your pharmacy. This is my free coaching session to you: stop spending your limited time, money, and energy on micro-optimizations before you've tackled the big wins. If you want help figuring out what your 10X opportunities are, that's exactly what I do.** **Show Notes:** 1. **Introduction** [0:00] 2. **Optimizing Pharmacy Business** [0:10] 3. **When Good KPIs Become Emotional Distractions** [1:52] 4. ** Time vs Savings Analysis** [4:33] 5. ** The Importance of Prioritizing Optimizations** [5:41] 6. ** Peptides, Compounding, and New Revenue** [6:37] 7. ** The Role of Coaching and Training in Optimization** [7:53] 8. ** Focusing on Big Impact Areas** [8:08] 9. ** The Benefits of a Structured Approach to Optimization** [8:43] 10. ** The Role of Emotional Attachment in Optimization** [9:16] 11. **The Importance of Perspective in Optimization** [9:35] 12. **The Role of AI and Technology in Optimization** [9:48] 13. ** The Benefits of a Supportive Community** [10:01]   ----- #### **Becoming a Badass Pharmacy Owner Podcast is a Proud to be a part of the Pharmacy Podcast Network**

The NACDS Total Store Expo was in Boston, MA from August 15-17! Pharmacy owners, pharmacy students, and pharmacists gathered for forward thinking conversations and innovation to create more profit and better outcomes in their pharmacies. The NACDS TOTAL STORE EXPO is the largest gathering of retailers and suppliers in the health and wellness industry. Discover new and innovative products, technology and services and find the partners you need to thrive in an unpredictable consumer environment.   In this "on the street" style of interviews, our host Todd Eury, CEO and Founder of the Pharmacy Podcast Network connects with:   Stephen Beckman - YARAL Pharma Marzio Pozzuoli - NuraLogix Rob Headman - First Data Bank Justin Hammerling - Infinitrak Matt Gilbert - Medsense Anthony Dragisics - ELOS Thermal Richard Voskoboynikov - Wolters Kluwer Chris Krese - NACDS 

**Can your pharmacy run smoothly without you being there every single day? Summer's coming, and if you're wondering how to keep your pharmacy running while you're out, this video is for you! I'm sharing one of my favorite employee management tools: the Controlling Calendar. It's not a traditional calendar, it's a position-based task tracker that gives your team complete clarity on what needs to get done daily, weekly, monthly, and more, so they can self-manage without you micromanaging.** **Show Notes:** 1. **Introduction** [0:00] 2. **Using the Controlling Calendar for Your Pharmacy** [0:10] 3. **Understanding the Controlling Calendar** [2:19] 4. **Implementing the Controlling Calendar** [3:30]   ----- #### **Becoming a Badass Pharmacy Owner Podcast is a Proud to be a part of the Pharmacy Podcast Network**

Specialty Pharmacy Access, Innovation & Independent Pharmacy Growth   This Week in Pharmacy, we explore specialty pharmacy, pharmacy innovation, emerging career opportunities, and new business models for independent community pharmacy.   Today's episode is sponsored by Clearway Health, Value Drug Company, and FDB (First Databank, Inc.)   First, Allison Arant of Clearway Health joins us to discuss the next phase of specialty pharmacy within hospitals and health systems.   As rare disease and specialty therapies become more complex, health systems are looking for better ways to improve medication access, strengthen continuity of care, and keep patients connected to trusted clinical teams.   Todd and Allison discuss how health-system specialty pharmacy can expand community access and improve management of complex and rare disease treatments.   Learn more: https://www.clearwayhealth.com/   National Association of Specialty Pharmacy (NASP) #inSPire2026   Next, we preview inSPire 2026, taking place September 22–25, 2026, at the Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center in National Harbor, Maryland.   The specialty pharmacy community will come together to discuss medication access, emerging therapies, technology, patient services, clinical care, and the continued evolution of specialty pharmacy.   The Next Dose Summit   Then we welcome Jordan Smith, PharmD, AAHIVP, CPGx, and Melinda Fowler, RPh, ABAAHP, FAAFM to preview The Next Dose Summit, happening October 14–15, 2026.   RxPR and the Pharmacy Podcast Network are proud press and media partners.   The event focuses on innovation, entrepreneurship, leadership, emerging career pathways, and new opportunities for pharmacists looking beyond traditional roles.   It is designed for pharmacists, students, entrepreneurs, and healthcare leaders asking one important question:   What's next for pharmacy — and what's next for me?   Register here: https://www.jscommunitycare.org/store/p/2026-the-next-dose-summit-registration   Expanding Independent Pharmacy   Finally, Rick Seipp, PharmD, President and CEO of Value Drug Company, returns to discuss creative strategies for expanding independent community pharmacy.   Todd and Rick explore cash-based pharmacy, transparent pricing, clinical services, new revenue streams, and other non-PBM-dependent models that can help independent pharmacies diversify and grow.   The conversation focuses on how community pharmacies can strengthen their businesses while continuing to serve as trusted healthcare destinations.   Learn more: https://www.valuedrugco.com/   Sponsored By   Clearway Health https://www.clearwayhealth.com/   Value Drug Company https://www.valuedrugco.com/   First Databank — FDB https://www.fdbhealth.com/   TWIRx — This Week in Pharmacy is hosted by Todd S. Eury and produced by the Pharmacy Podcast Network — Amplifying the Voice of Pharmacists & Our Profession.

**I walk you through the exact steps to optimize the foundation of your pharmacy's online presence starting with Google My Business. When planning how to market your pharmacy, I share why you should set up your Facebook page the same way before spending a single dollar on paid ads. If you want more patients to find your pharmacy and the services you actually offer, this is where to start.** **Show Notes:** 1. **Introduction** [0:00] 2. **Why Google Optimization Matters** [0:10] 3. ** Claiming Your Google My Business Profile** [1:02] 4. **Setting Up Google My Business for Your Pharmacy** [2:10] 5. **Getting Google Reviews for Your Pharmacy** [4:11] 6. **Keeping Your Profile Active** [5:20] 7. **Optimizing Your Facebook Business Page** [6:18] 8. **Final Tips for Pharmacy Owners** [7:05]   ----- #### **Becoming a Badass Pharmacy Owner Podcast is a Proud to be a part of the Pharmacy Podcast Network**

**The DSCSA compliance deadline is coming… again.

**In this episode, I break down everything independent pharmacy owners need to know about Change of Ownership (CHOW) one of the topics I get asked about most this year. Whether it's a divorce, a partnership breakup, adding a new partner, or restructuring your entity, not every change of ownership is handled the same way.** **Show Notes:** 1. **Introduction** [0:00] 2. **Change of Ownership (CHOW) in Pharmacies** [0:10] 3. ** How to Value a Pharmacy: Private vs. Third-Party Transactions** [5:19] 4. **Legal and Administrative Steps in CHOW** [5:33] 5. **Managing Logistics and Bank Accounts** [7:26] 6. **Final Tips and Resources** [9:24]   ----- #### **Becoming a Badass Pharmacy Owner Podcast is a Proud to be a part of the Pharmacy Podcast Network**

Thank you First Data Bank (FDB) for sponsoring this episode's coverage of the NACDS Total Store Expo! The NACDS Total Store Expo was in Boston, MA from August 15-17! Pharmacy owners, pharmacy students, and pharmacists gathered for forward thinking conversations and innovation to create more profit and better outcomes in their pharmacies. The NACDS TOTAL STORE EXPO is the largest gathering of retailers and suppliers in the health and wellness industry. Discover new and innovative products, technology and services and find the partners you need to thrive in an unpredictable consumer environment. In this "on the street" style of interviews, our host Todd Eury, CEO and Founder of the Pharmacy Podcast Network connects with: Mike Plinski - FDB (First Data Bank) Amantha Bagdon - RxPost Kris Rhea - Pharmacy Marketplace EJ George - Pharmacy Student Christopher Thomsen - CAPSA Healthcare Heather Haro - DiversifyRx Daniel Heusmann - Eyecon RxSafe

**One of my favorite supplement companies, Vinco, and their brand-new Liposomal NAD product — the exact product I featured at my recent Pharmacy Profit Summit as an example of how you can generate over six figures from a single product with minimal effort. If your patients are searching for NAD (and trust me, they are), I want you to be their trusted local source. Whether you're just getting started with supplements or looking to level up your front-end sales, this video will show you how simple it can be.**   **Show Notes:** 1. **Introduction** [0:00] 2. **Why Independent Pharmacies Should Sell More Supplements** [0:10] 3. ** Increase Independent Pharmacy Supplement Sales ** [3:10] 4. ** OTC Sales for Independent Pharmacies ** [5:00] 5. **Vinco & Their Liposomal Line** [6:30] 6. ** The NAD Opportunity for Independent Pharmacies** [8:00] 7. **How to Market Supplements In Your Pharmacy ** [10:15]   ----- #### **Becoming a Badass Pharmacy Owner Podcast is a Proud to be a part of the Pharmacy Podcast Network**

**In this video, Dr. Lisa Faast breaks down: ✔️ What pharmacies can legally do with peptides ✔️ Why injectable “research peptides” create major risk ✔️ The OTC peptide opportunity most owners are missing ✔️ How oral dissolving peptide films work ✔️ Why patients are actively looking for trusted pharmacy sources ✔️ How pharmacies are creating NEW cash-pay revenue streams with peptides Because let's be honest… Patients are buying peptides whether pharmacies participate or not.**   **Show Notes:** 1. **Introduction** [0:00] 2. ** Peptide** [0:10] 3. **Other Options for Pharmacy Participation** [0:54] 4. ** OTC Peptides ** [2:05] 5. **What Are Peptides** [2:44] 6. ** Oral Dissolving Films** [4:49] 7. ** Glow Product: Skin Repair and Injury Recovery ** [5:47] 8. **CJC Ipamorelin: Muscle Mass and Visceral Fat Reduction** [6:05] 9. **BPC Experience: Personal Hip Rehab** [6:19] 10. **NAD** [6:50] 11. **Glutathione: Detox and Antioxidant Properties** [7:16] 12. **Peptide Business Models** [7:30] 13. **Legal Participation: Helping Pharmacies Join Peptide Market Safely** [8:20] 14. **Getting Started with Peptides in Your Pharmacy** [8:50] 15. **Patient Demand for Peptides** [9:16]   ----- #### **Becoming a Badass Pharmacy Owner Podcast is a Proud to be a part of the Pharmacy Podcast Network**

**If you're thinking about buying a pharmacy in 2026… this video could save you a LOT of money, stress, and regret. Here's everything you need to consider before buying an existing pharmacy, whether it's your first location or you're growing your portfolio. I share why buying an existing pharmacy can be easier than starting from scratch (though both have their challenges), and the three key factors I always evaluate. I also talk about how I approach new employees when taking over a pharmacy, why slashing staff is never the answer, and how strong purchasing contracts can immediately improve your margins by 4–5%. If you're thinking about buying a pharmacy, this video will help you go in ready.**   **Show Notes:** 1. **Introduction** [0:00] 2. ** Buying an Existing Pharmacy or Starting a Pharamcy** [0:10] 3. **Evaluating the Value of a Pharmacy** [1:35] 4. **Pharmacy Fixed Operational Costs and Rent ** [2:52] 5. **Pharmacy Employee Evaluation and Integration** [4:29] 6. **Developing a Plan for Pharmacy Improvement ** [5:51] 7. ** The Importance of a Comprehensive Plan ** [8:15] 8. **Final Thoughts and Encouragement** [9:25]   ----- #### **Becoming a Badass Pharmacy Owner Podcast is a Proud to be a part of the Pharmacy Podcast Network**

**In this video, Dr. Lisa Faast gives you a quick look at her Jinfiniti NAD testing journey and why she's excited about combining testing, functional medicine, wellness, and longevity. As an advocate for data-driven wellness, Lisa shares what makes the Jinfiniti NAD Test different, what the testing kit includes, and the other markers being evaluated beyond NAD. She also talks about why this type of testing may be especially interesting for independent pharmacies exploring the functional medicine and wellness space.**   **Show Notes:** 1. **Introduction** [0:00] 2. **Jinfiniti NAD Test** [0:22] 3. **What's in the Jinfiniti NAD Test Kit** [1:37] 4. **What's Being Tested Beyond NAD** [2:26] 5. **Selling Jinfiniti Products in Your Pharmacy** [4:05]   ----- #### **Becoming a Badass Pharmacy Owner Podcast is a Proud to be a part of the Pharmacy Podcast Network**

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: Mike Muniz - NewRx Pharmacy Tim Weber - Good Neighbor Pharmacy Brian Pinto - Tiffany Natural Pharmacy Paul Shelton - LTC@Home Pharmacy Network Armawn Asgari - CurifyLabs

**In Session 4 of the Ahead of the Curve Summer Webinar Series, Daniel East, CSO of Crystal Health Solutions, shares a scalable model designed to help independent pharmacies generate additional revenue without taking on the traditional costs of patient acquisition. If your pharmacy is looking for ways to diversify beyond traditional PBM-dependent revenue, improve cash flow, and build new patient volume without funding the entire acquisition process yourself, this session is worth watching.**   **Show Notes:** 1. **Introduction** [0:00] 2. **Pharmacy Profit Matrix and Daniel's Role** [3:44] 3. **Daniel's Introduction and Crystal Health Solutions** [6:59] 4. **Marketing and Telehealth Strategy** [9:51] 5. **Operational Details and State-Specific Considerations** [16:40] 6. **Onboarding Process and Next Steps** [24:31] 7. **Q&A and Additional Information** [33:54]   ----- #### **Becoming a Badass Pharmacy Owner Podcast is a Proud to be a part of the Pharmacy Podcast Network**

**In this episode, Dr. Lisa Faast explains why the duty to consult still matters, no matter how or where the prescription is picked up. She also shares simple ways pharmacy owners can make consultations easier and stay compliant.* **Show Notes:** 1. **Introduction** [0:00] 2. **Duty to Consult Even Without Direct Patient Pickup** [0:10] 3. ** Pharmacy Duty Doesn't Transfer to Other Providers** [1:02] 4. **Patients Can Decline But Must Be Offered Consultation** [2:14] 5. **Preparing for Peptide Volume Explosion** [2:31] 6. **Streamlining Your Consultation Process with Technology** [3:18] 7. **QR Codes and Tools for Patient Communication** [3:32] 8. **Go Make Partnerships While Staying Legally Compliant** [3:48]   ----- #### **Becoming a Badass Pharmacy Owner Podcast is a Proud to be a part of the Pharmacy Podcast Network**

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.

**First, an important clarification: these are OTC dietary supplements, not drugs - so no medical claims should ever be made about them, whether you're talking to patients or colleagues. The key word to use is "support." I explain why these formulations qualify as dietary supplements under DSHEA guidelines, since peptides are made up of amino acids, which are listed as dietary ingredients.** **Show Notes:** 1. **Introduction** [0:00] 2. **Clinical Information on Rivera ODF OTC Peptides** [0:10] 3. ** CJC IPA Morin Blend and Its Benefits** [1:43] 4. **BPC 157: Body Protection Compound** [3:10] 5. **Glow: A Combination of Three Peptides** [4:15] 6. **Glutathione: The Master Antioxidant** [5:29] 7. **NAD+: Cellular Energy Support** [6:04]   ----- #### **Becoming a Badass Pharmacy Owner Podcast is a Proud to be a part of the Pharmacy Podcast Network**

**In this video, Dr. Lisa Faast breaks down the new GLP-1 Bridge Program and what pharmacy owners need to understand before participating. This new program gives Medicare beneficiaries access to weight-loss GLP-1s for a flat $50 co-pay (regardless of Extra Help status) billed and paid separately from Part D. Sounds like a win for patients, and it is. But I've seen too many pharmacy owners get blindsided by what it does to their business.** **Show Notes:** 1. **Introduction** [0:00] 2. **GLP-1 Bridge Program Overview** [0:10] 3. **GLP-1 Bridge Program for Pharmacy Businesses** [1:32] 4. **Financial Consequences of the GLP-1 Bridge Program** [2:24] 5. **Rebate and GCR Implications** [4:16] 6. **Cash Flow and Business Decisions** [4:53] 7. **Resources and Support for Pharmacy Owners** [6:39]   ----- #### **Becoming a Badass Pharmacy Owner Podcast is a Proud to be a part of the Pharmacy Podcast Network**

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

**In this session of Ahead of the Curve, Heather Haro sits down with Chris Flores, CEO of USA Payments, for a practical conversation about one of the most overlooked areas of pharmacy profitability: payment processing. Chris breaks down why processing fees can quietly increase over time, what pharmacy owners should look for on their statements, and why the way you accept payments matters even more as pharmacies expand into delivery, phone orders, online payments, and other card-not-present transactions.** **Show Notes:** 1. **Introduction** [0:00] 2. **Challenges in Credit Card Processing** [3:22] 3. **Chris Flores' Introduction and Background** [7:03] 4. **Addressing Misconceptions and Industry Practices** [12:37] 5. **Compliance and Service Fees** [17:17] 6. **Integration and Technology Solutions** [24:48] 7. **Q&A and Final Thoughts** [32:04]   ----- #### **Becoming a Badass Pharmacy Owner Podcast is a Proud to be a part of the Pharmacy Podcast Network**

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

**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**

*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**

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

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

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