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Welcome to another exciting episode of Becoming a Pharmacy Badass! In this special installment, we're bringing you the highlights from the electrifying "Profit Summit Live 2023." Get ready to be inspired and empowered as we dive into conversations with some of the most trailblazing minds in the pharmacy world. Join your host Todd Eury as he sits down with industry mavericks who are redefining the pharmacy landscape. First up, we have Adam Robinson, PharmD, sharing his invaluable insights on navigating the complex world of pharmaceuticals. Gain a fresh perspective on industry trends, patient care, and the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead. Marie Wilda and Kristin Speer, both esteemed PharmDs, bring their documentary Would You Like Shots with That to the stage. Visit shotswiththat.com for more information Ezriel Green, PharmD, the visionary founder of EzriRx, takes us on a journey into the intersection of technology and pharmacy. Discover how cutting-edge solutions are streamlining medication management, improving adherence, and revolutionizing the way we think about pharmaceutical care. Visit EzriRx.com And that's not all! Join us for an insightful conversation with Dan Benamoz, a true luminary in the field. With his vast experience and expertise, Dan offers pearls of wisdom on entrepreneurship in pharmacy, building successful ventures, and staying ahead in a dynamic industry. Whether you're a seasoned pharmacist, a pharmacy student, or simply curious about the future of healthcare, this episode is your golden ticket to the pulse of pharmacy innovation. Get ready to level up your pharmacy game and become a true badass in the field. Tune in to Becoming a Pharmacy Badass for a front-row seat to the thought-provoking discussions and groundbreaking ideas presented at the Profit Summit Live 2023. Your journey to becoming a pharmacy badass starts here!

Thomas McDowell is a 4th generation Community Pharmacist and owner of McDowell’s Pharmacy in Scotland Neck, NC and Rocky Mount Medical Park Pharmacy in Rocky Mount, NC.  McDowell’s Pharmacy has been owned and operated by the McDowell family for over 100 years. Thomas purchased Rocky Mount Medical Park Pharmacy in 2021 to bring his passion for empathetic patient care and personalized service to the Nash County area.   Over the years, Thomas has seen an increased need for in-home care, especially for his pharmacy patients, which is why he has branched into the home care service industry.  Their patients trust them for the highest level of customer care and Thomas will continue to provide this superior service in the home care setting. So many families today do not know where to turn when it comes to senior care.  There are many incredible facilities in the community but often the loved one desires to stay in their home.  Loved ones may need help with medication management, doctor’s appointments,  taking care of their homes, or daily chores.  Thomas has seen this need and is committed to helping families and their loved ones maintain their independence for as long as possible.  Happier at Home – Eastern North Carolina will allow them to provide in-home care for seniors and the disabled, as well as comprehensive geriatric care management. Thomas currently volunteers with numerous groups including CPESN-NC, Area L AHEC, the UNC Eshelman School of Pharmacy Eastern Advisory Committee, and Scotland Neck Rising, a non-profit dedicated to economic revitalization and historic preservation.  He is happily married to his wife, Blaine, and has two beautiful children, Press and Mary Hayes. 

In this episode of FrameworkFocus, we delve into the world of regulatory compliance in long-term care with experts Donna Adendorff & Jamie Butler from The Compliance Store. This valuable resource supports skilled nursing facilities in meeting regulatory requirements efficiently. We explore the collaborative efforts required to achieve and maintain compliance, discussing its crucial impact on LTC quality. We also address post-COVID-19 challenges, staffing issues, payment concerns like PDPM, and the complexities of operations in LTC. 

Dr. Regina Moore, PharmD The Psychedelic Pharmacists Association is PsychedelicPharmacist.org. The PPA is unique as an organization focused on psychedelics and healthcare professionals as we do not require licensure for entrance and are open to the public to join.   Here is a link to the chart with drug harms https://www.businessinsider.com/chart-drugs-that-cause-the-most-harm-2013-9 . Journal is behind   New Zealand replicated this and published this year https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-12240599/Alcohol-harmful-meth-cigarettes-worse-heroin-says-NZ-research-vapes-cannabis-rated.html   Here’s a more recent publication by Roland Griffiths et al on psychedelics and palliative care: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34958455/   From the PPA here is our “top papers of the psychedelic renaissance” write up for those focused on studies: https://psychedelicpharmacist.org/top-psychedelic-research-papers/   You can find me at ReginaMoore.me and Hello@ReginaMoore.me   Lisa Solomon's Contact: lisa@illinoispsycyedelicsociety.org

We are continuing the conversation around academic detailing and opioid safety with Illinois ADVANCE. We will touch base on our FDA REMS Opioid Education grant and how this unique opportunity can be implemented nationwide. We will delve into the topic of Opioid Use Disorder, updates with the X-waiver, and strategies to combat the opioid epidemic via peer-to-peer discussions. We will also chat about the benefits of using academic detailing as a resource for evidence-based, non-biased, up-to-date practice recommendations. Our goal is to connect with other pharmacists to ensure we are working at the top of our license potential. We look forward to spreading the word on this new and exciting style of education.

The Drug Supply Chain Security Act has been a decade in the making. Pharmacists must be prepared to comply by November 2023. The National Association of Boards of Pharmacy (NABP) has been working with state boards of pharmacy to update inspection standards and procedures, said Josh Bolin, associate executive director for Federal Affairs and Strategy at NABP.  "After November 27, 2023, states will be unable to enact any tracing requirements that go beyond the obligations laid out in DSCSA but.. will check for DSCSA compliance", he noted, adding the "one of the open questions is enforcement discretion in the early period. We will continue to work with our partners as November grows closer." 

Children's Book Authors & Pharmacy Students Shay Roth & Jaccie Hisashima join "This Week in Pharmacy"   Jaccie Hisashima – University of Pittsburgh School of Pharmacy. Now completing a PGY1 Acute Care Residency at UC Davis Medical Center, Sacramento. Shay Roth, PharmD Candidate 2024 University of Pittsburgh School of Pharmacy, Co-Author and Illustrator

In this episode of the Sports Pharmacy Podcast, host Dr. H is joined by Dr. Alex Capano, a PhD in cannabinoid studies, to discuss the benefits and stigma surrounding CBD (cannabidiol). Dr. Alex shares her journey from neuroscience and chemistry studies to becoming a family nurse practitioner and eventually specializing in cannabis medicinally. The conversation delves into the importance of studying cannabis, destigmatizing its use, and providing patients with alternative therapeutic options to potentially harmful substances. Dr. H opens up about his personal connection to opioid alternatives, highlighting the need for better pain management solutions, especially in the world of sports. Dr. Alex emphasizes the responsible use of opiates when necessary but also highlights the potential of CBD and other cannabinoids in managing pain, particularly among athletes dealing with post-game pain or playing while injured. They discuss the experiences of professional athletes and the challenges they face in finding safe alternatives to manage pain and recover from injuries.

Exploring the latest research on psilocybin for TBI and chronic pain Adkins A and Ferguson MC. “Research update: MDMA and psilocybin for pain management.” Practical Pain Management. 18 June 2022. https://www.practicalpainmanagement.com/news/research-update-mdma-and-psilocybin-for-pain-management. Accessed 30 July 2023 Bornemann J, et al. “Self-medication for chronic pain using class psychedelics: A qualitative investigation to inform future research.” Frontiers in Psychiatry. 18 June 2022. https://www.practicalpainmanagement.com/news/research-update-mdma-and-psilocybin-for-pain-management Accessed 31 July 2023. Fanciullacci M, et al. “Brief report: phantom limb pain: sub-hallucinogenic treatment with lysergic acid diethylamide (LSD).” Headache. 1977 July; 17(3): 118-119. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/893080/ Accessed 30 July 2023 Flanagan T, Nichols C. “Psychedelics as anti-inflammatory agents.” Psychedelic Research. 13 Aug 2018. Accessed 28 July 2023. https://blossomanalysis.com/papers/psychedelics-as-anti-inflammatory-agents/ Hawryluk M. “Pain, hope, and science collide as athletes turn to magic mushrooms.” WUSF Public Media. 30 Apr 2023. https://wusfnews.wusf.usf.edu/health-news-florida/2023-04-30/pain-hope-and-science-collide-as-athletes-turn-to-magic-mushrooms Accessed 30 July 2023. Kooijman NI, et al. “Are psychedelics the answer to chronic pain: A review of current literature.” Pain Pract. 2023 Apr;23(4):447-458. Accessed 30 July 2023. doi: 10.1111/papr.13203. Epub 2023 Jan 11. PMID: 36597700. “Lobe Sciences announces launch of pre-clinical study in collaboration with the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine.” Newsfile. 30 Nov 2020. Accessed 27 July 2023. https://www.newsfilecorp.com/release/69106/Lobe-Sciences-Announces-Launch-of-Preclinical-Study-in-Collaboration-with-the-University-of-Miami-Miller-School-of-Medicine Made, Rachel. “Jim Harris was paralyzed. Then he ate magic mushrooms.” Outside. 9 Nov 2022. Accessed 27 July 2023. https://www.outsideonline.com/outdoor-adventure/exploration-survival/psychedelics-research-paralysis-treatment-jim-harris/ Mansoor Khan S, et al. “Psychedelics for brain injury: a mini review.” Frontiers in Neurology. 2021(12). 29 July 2021. Accessed 28 July 2023. https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fneur.2021.685085/full Price S. “Data shows combination psilocybin therapy effective for TBI and PTSD.” Psychedelic Health UK. 30 Sept 2021. Accessed 30 July 2023. https://psychedelichealth.co.uk/2021/09/30/data-shows-combination-psilocybin-therapy-effective-for-tbi-and-ptsd/ Rauchman B. “UFC fighter’s brain injury successfully treated with psychedelic therapy.” Pacific Neuroscience Institute. 6 July 2023. Accessed 28 July 2023. https://www.pacificneuroscienceinstitute.org/blog/trip/ufc-fighters-brain-injury-successfully-treated-with-psychedelic-therapy/ Ramachandran V, et al. “Relief from intractable phantom pain by combining psilocybin and mirror visual feedback (MVF).” Neurocase. 2018 Apr; 24(2): 105-110. Accessed 29 July 2023. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29764303/ Rosenhall U, et al. “Treatment of military acoustic accidents with n-acetyl-l-cysteine (NAC). Int J Audiology. 2019 March; 58(3): 151-157. Accessed 30 July 2023. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30653365/ Schindler et al. “Exploratory investigation of a patient informed low dose psilocybin pulse regimen in the suppression of cluster headaches: results from a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial.” Headache. 23 Nov 2022. https://headachejournal.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/abs/10.1111/head.14420 Accessed 30 July 2023. “Traumatic Brain Injury and Concussion.” Centers for Disease Control. Last Reviewed: 7 July 2023. Last access 29 July 2023. https://www.cdc.gov/traumaticbraininjury/data/index.html

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