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Talk to Your Pharmacist is a podcast for pharmacists, student pharmacists, and others across the country to hear from industry leaders about their leadership stories and current healthcare topics. The Talk to Your Pharmacist podcast was founded and hosted by pharmacist, Dr. Hillary Blackburn.
If you want to better understand what comparative effectiveness research is and how it could be used to influence formularies, then this episode is for YOU! During this episode, you’ll learn the following: What misaligned incentives are currently in place in the market that do not help to lower cost of medications What Comparative Effectiveness Research is and the organizations that publish it How Comparative Effectiveness Research is used by TruData to create our algorithms. With this information and the cost data, a formulary, benefits plan design can be made on clinical data not just brand to generic or what rebates are largest for the PBM. What roles that a pharmacist can excel at How to look for pharmacy type roles that do not fall into the retail/hospital space Guest - Greg Snyder, PharmD, MBA https://www.linkedin.com/in/snydergregory/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/trudatarx/ https://www.trudatarx.com https://tedxbeaconstreet.com/videos/whats-the-prescription-for-lowering-drug-prices/ TEDx talk given by TruData CEO, Catalina Gorla Host - Hillary Blackburn, PharmD www.pharmacyadvisory.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/hillary-blackburn-67a92421/ @talktoyourpharmacist for Instagram and Facebook @HillBlackburn Twitter ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
If you want to better understand AI, how to get started in informatics, or how to become an Amazon Alexa programmer, then this episode is for YOU! In this episode, we learn about the use of Amazon Alexa in healthcare. Our guest Anthony Blash has been a pioneer in the pharmacy informatics space, and holds the distinction of being the first pharmacy graduate in the nation to complete a pharmacy informatics residency. Anthony shares his experience developing courses at Belmont University College of Pharmacy that meet the Health Information Management System Society’s rigorous standards and the execution of projects such as successfully creating artificial intelligence software for Amazon Alexa. Guest - Anthony Blash, PharmD, BCompSc, CPHIMS HIMSS, pharmacy informatics: https://www.himss.org/site-search?f%5B0%5D=field_topic%253Aparents_all%3A3001 CAHIMS certification: https://www.himss.org/health-it-certification/cahims/handbook%0D%0A Anthony’s LinkedIn: student accomplishments, current events: Dr. Anthony Blash, PharmD, BCompSc, CPHIMS - LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anthonyblash Alexa Skill from Amazon: My Medicine Cabinet: https://skills-store.amazon.com/deeplink/dp/B07J3YCZ55?deviceType=app&share&refSuffix=ss_copy Host - Hillary Blackburn, PharmD www.pharmacyadvisory.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/hillary-blackburn-67a92421/ @talktoyourpharmacist for Instagram and Facebook @HillBlackburn Twitter ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
In this episode, you’ll hear from Dr. Joanna Lewis is the 340B Compliance Coordinator at Baptist Health in Jacksonville and creator of the Pharmacist’s Guide blog. Joanna is a graduate of MUSC School of Pharmacy and the Citadel’s MBA program. She’s worked in a variety of practice settings and began the Pharmacist’s Guide blog as a way to connect with other pharmacists. Guest: Dr. Joanna Lewis https://www.thepharmacistsguide.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/joanna-lewis-pharmd-mba-47821530/ @pharmacistsguide on Instagram Host: Dr. Hillary Blackburn www.pharmacyadvisory.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/hillary-blackburn-67a92421/ @talktoyourpharmacist on FB and Instagram @Hillblackburn on Twitter Shownotes at www.pharmacyadvisory.com ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
If you want to better understand the importance of people and how can you build a high performing team, then this episode is for YOU! During this episode, you’ll learn the importance of focusing on people. Our guest, Richard Williams, is a fellow Ole Miss alum and mentor of mine. He’s newly retired from a long career at in the pharmaceutical industry where he served in a variety of roles including national accounts. Richard is a gifted connector, just like Malcolm Gladwell describes in his book Tipping Point. He is incredibly intentional, a gifted coach, and has a huge heart for service through which he continues to give back to others and support the younger generations with values and skills to excel in life. Check out www.pharmacyadvisory.com for the show notes and follow us on instagram @talktoyourpharmacist Guest - Richard Williams, RPh Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/richardhwilliamsonline ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
In this episode, you’ll hear from fellow podcaster, Dr. Adam Martin. Dr. Adam Martin earned his doctorate of pharmacy degree from the University of Pittsburgh School of Pharmacy. With over 7 years of experience working full-time in the community pharmacy setting, he’s passionate about empowering other pharmacists and pharmacy students to put the health back into healthcare through leading by example in their professional practice to not only live their best lives, but to inspire others along the way to do the same. He is the founder of The Fit Pharmacist, a company with a mission to empower stressed pharmacists with simple, effective plans to master their mindset, nail their nutrition, and fit fitness into their busy schedule. He is the author of the best-selling pharmacy book Rx: YOU! The Pharmacist's Survival Guide for Managing Stress & Fitting In Fitness (available on Amazon in print and for Kindle). Through podcasting, collaborating with other passionate professionals across the profession, and delivering content across social media platforms such as Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn and YouTube, The Fit Pharmacist strives to provide essential tools and resources enabling each and every member of our profession to make a difference in our patient’s lives by starting with the source: YOU! He currently resides in his hometown of Pittsburgh, PA, yet loves to travel the world with a passion for learning, serving, food- touring, and of course visiting innovative pharmacy schools and pharmacies along the way. Here is the link for the book: https://amzn.to/2LVX9ps Connect with Adam at www.thefitpharmacist.com Check out the shownotes at www.pharmacyadvisory.com ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
In this episode, you'll hear from Dr. Lisa King, who is the co-author of Tiny Life Changes. The book, Tiny Life Changes, went to number 1 on Amazon on its launch date of January 9. Ms. King does speaking engagements and has put together a coaching and accountability package for women who want to change their lives. They believe that taking it one day and one step at a time will lead to big results in achieving goals and dreams. Their website is tinylifechanges.com. Check out the show notes: www.pharmacyadvisory.com ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
For pharmacists who are getting ready for interviews, this episode is for you! You’ll hear some tips and tricks for successful CVs and cover letters. Also - I am hosting a second webinar on January 15 at 6pm CT to prep you for interview tips and get you ready to ace your residency interviews. Sign up on the website www.pharmacyadvisory.com/workshops In this episode, you’ll hear from Dr. Ashley Gulyas, is the co-founder of Academy & Apothecary. She has been reviewing, creating, and formatting resumes for over fifteen years. She specializes in assisting pharmacists and pharmacy technicians to emphasize their skills and work experience to obtain the fulfilling pharmacy positions they desire. Ashley is a full-time pharmacist with a Doctorate of Pharmacy and a mother of three. Check out the shownotes at www.pharmacyadvisory.com ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
In this episode, you’ll hear from our guest, Megan Nichole, is creator and founder of the LaziMILLENNIAL. She’ll share how she turned her passion for writing into a full time career, all while being a wife and mom. Megan’s website is https://www.lazimillennial.com. Check out the shownotes at www.pharmacyadvisory.com ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
In this episode, you’ll hear from Dr. Kyle Skiermont who will share how he has helped lead Fairview Pharmacy Services towards the Triple Aim. Kyle serves as COO at Fairview Pharmacy Services which is the largest health system owned ambulatory pharmacy organization. Connect with Kyle Skiermont: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kyle-skiermont-75809a10/ Check out the show notes here: www.pharmacyadvisory.com ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
This episode is a LIVE panel discussion on “How to Prep for Residency Interviews.” This panel includes Hillary Blackburn, host of the Talk to Your Pharmacist podcast who will be moderating the discussion, as well as great panelists representing several different organizations from the Nashville area: - Alicia B. Perry, Pharm.D., CPPS; Manager, Pharmacy Services & Clinical Therapeutics with HCA; Residency Programs Manager and PGY1 Pharmacy Residency Program Director - Kenneth C. Hohmeier, PharmD; Associate Professor & Director of Community Affairs; Residency Program Director of PGY1 Community Pharmacy Residency Program; University of Tennessee College of Pharmacy, Department of Clinical Pharmacy - Maggie DeVier, PharmD, BCPS; Critical Care Clinical Pharmacist and Residency Program Coordinator for Saint Thomas Midtown Hospital - Montgomery Green, PharmD, BCPS; Associate Professor and Faculty liaison for ASHP at Belmont University College of Pharmacy If you’re listening to this, you are most likely interested in pursuing a pharmacy residency, or post-graduate training; however, many of these tips can also apply to any graduating pharmacy student or anyone needing help with interview skills. This panel discussion will cover the key points of communication skills and how to be prepared. If you want to attend Pharmacy Advisory Group's workshop on residency prep, check out www.pharmacyadvisory.com/resources Shownotes are available at www.pharmacyadvisory.com ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
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