This Week in Pharmacy

The New Pharmacy Playbook: Workforce Strength, AI Clarity, and 340B Reform | TWIRx

 This Week in Pharmacy – Friday, December 5th
Strengthening the Pharmacy Workforce: A Conversation with Crystal Lennartz
Cutting Through the AI Confusion: Shaun Jensen on Smarter Pharmacy OperationsThe New 340B Reality: Allison Arant on Navigating HRSA’s Rebate Model
Welcome to another episode of This Week in Pharmacy, where we bring together the most important conversations, industry insights, and breaking pharmacy news shaping the future of healthcare. Today’s show features a powerhouse lineup of leaders driving innovation across retail pharmacy, technology, consulting, and 340B health-system strategy.
🟦 Segment 1 — Interview with Crystal Lennartz, President of Health Mart & Health Mart Atlas
We open the show with a conversation with Crystal Lennartz, President of Health Mart and Health Mart Atlas, about the evolving role of workforce management in independent pharmacies. 
📰 TWIRx News — Friday, December 5th
A fast roundup of the top stories impacting pharmacy this week:
👉 Humana Exploring Partnership with Mark Cuban
Humana is reportedly in discussions with Mark Cuban to explore a potential pharmacy partnership that could disrupt traditional PBM and drug-supply models. The collaboration may reshape how medications are priced and accessed—another sign that alternative pharmacy models are gaining traction.
👉 New Migraine Therapy: Symbravo
Pharmacists should be aware of Symbravo, a new dual-action migraine therapy combining meloxicam and rizatriptan. Importantly, the product is non-substitutable, meaning pharmacies must dispense exactly as written. The therapy adds a new tool for acute migraine care but requires careful patient counseling on cardiovascular risks, medication-overuse headaches, and NSAID interactions.
👉 Walgreens Expands Automated Fulfillment Centers
Walgreens continues restructuring by expanding its automated micro-fulfillment pharmacy network. Robots are now filling a growing percentage of maintenance prescriptions, allowing pharmacists to refocus on clinical services. The move signals accelerating automation across retail pharmacy as chains seek cost savings and operational efficiency.
🟦 Segment 2 — Interview with Shaun Jensen, CEO of JB Consulting Group
Next, we speak with Shaun Jensen, CEO of JB Consulting Group, about the rising confusion many pharmacy operators face around AI adoption.We discuss:
Where AI adds true efficiency versus where it’s misunderstood
Practical steps for pharmacy owners to implement AI tools
How data-driven automation can improve workflow, inventory, prior authorizations, and patient communication
The mindset shift required for pharmacies to thrive in an AI-supported future
🟦 Segment 3 — Interview with Allison Arant, SVP of Client Development & Marketing, Clearway Health
Our final interview is with Allison Arant from Clearway Health, focusing on the new challenges hospital systems face as HRSA launches the 340B rebate model.Key discussion points:
How the rebate model changes operational and financial dynamics for 340B hospitals
Why safety-net hospitals caring for large uninsured and underinsured populations are feeling heightened pressure
Strategies Clearway Health is deploying to help health systems navigate rising medication costs, compliance demands, and shrinking margins
What health-system pharmacies must prepare for heading into 2026
This week’s conversations underscored a unifying theme: the pharmacy industry is entering a period of rapid transformation, driven by new reimbursement models, automation, innovation partnerships, and evolving expectations from both patients and payers. Independent pharmacies, health systems, and specialty operators all face challenges—but also significant opportunities for reinvention, collaboration, and leadership.
Thank you for tuning in to This Week in Pharmacy. Stay informed, stay inspired, and keep pushing our profession forward.
 
Walgreens doubles down on automation to reshape pharmacy operations. The retail pharmacy giant is dramatically expanding its network of robot-powered micro-fulfillment centers (MFCs) — facilities that dispense maintenance medications for chronic conditions like diabetes and hypertension. The goal: serve 5,000+ stores by the end of the year, up from earlier coverage of around 4,800 stores.https://chainstoreage.com/news-briefs/2025-12-05?article=walgreens-expands-automated-pharmacy-fulfillment-networkNew migraine therapy raises key practice questions for pharmacists. Symbravo — a fixed-dose oral tablet combining meloxicam (an NSAID) and rizatriptan (a triptan) — has been approved for the acute treatment of migraine with or without aura, offering a dual-mechanism option targeting both inflammation and serotonin-mediated pathways. 
Pharmacists now play a critical role: they must identify patients at risk for medication-overuse headaches, screen for contraindications (e.g., cardiovascular disease, GI risk, or NSAID/triptan interactions), and advocate for comprehensive migraine management beyond just pain relief — including lifestyle adjustments and referrals when needed.https://www.pharmacytimes.com/view/what-pharmacists-should-know-about-symbravo-s-role-and-non-substitutability-in-migraine-care Humana is reportedly working with Mark Cuban on a potential pharmacy partnership — a development that could shake up how prescriptions are delivered and disrupt traditional middle-man models. 
The collaboration would leverage Cuban’s innovative approach to drug pricing and distribution, potentially creating a new channel for medication access that bypasses traditional pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs) and large-chain dispensaries. If executed, the partnership could increase competitive pressure on legacy players and reshape the pharmacy supply chain. 
For independent pharmacies and pharmacy leaders, this signals a possible shift in how drugs are sourced, priced, and distributed — highlighting the growing influence of alternative pharmacy models and urging traditional pharmacies to adapt or risk being left behind.https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2025-12-04/humana-working-with-mark-cuban-on-potential-pharmacy-partnership Washington, DC there's a whole bunch of pharmacy people meeting up to rollout the Pharmacists Fight Back Act (PFBA)! If you want to go, LISTEN UP!! You’ll be joining pharmacists and pharmacy owners from more than 17 states, all calling for meaningful pharmacy reimbursement reform NOW. Your presence at the news conference will send a strong message to your Congressional Delegate: "we’re serious about passing legislation that protects and keeps pharmacies in business." 
The news conference is scheduled for Thursday, December 11th at 9:30 AM on the Capitol Hill lawn. Meet up with "Pharmacists United for Truth and Transparency".   Check out TRUTH RX dot org. We put a link in today's show notes. Check it out or reach out to Todd on LinkedIn.TruthRx.org 
 
The New Pharmacy Playbook: Workforce Strength, AI Clarity, and 340B Reform | TWIRx 

We Give Thanks to You in Pharmacy | TWIRx

We Give Thanks to You in Pharmacy | TWIRx 
Welcome to This Week in Pharmacy for November 28th!We hope you all had a wonderful Thanksgiving, and as we roll into Black Friday, we want to take a moment to express something truly important: our gratitude.
At the Pharmacy Podcast Network, we are incredibly thankful for the pharmacists, pharmacy technicians, and pharmacy teams who show up every day for their communities. You are the medication experts, the problem-solvers, the late-night troubleshooters, the vaccine champions, the trusted faces behind the counter, and the advocates who keep patient care moving—often without enough recognition.
To every pharmacist and pharmacy technician working long hours, covering holiday shifts, managing medication shortages, answering tough questions, and supporting patients with compassion: Thank you. Your commitment keeps the healthcare system steady, especially during the busiest times of the year.
From all of us at the Pharmacy Podcast Network, we appreciate you, we support you, and we’re honored to share your stories.
Happy Thanksgiving—and welcome to This Week in Pharmacy.
TWIRx NewsNovember 28, 2025 Pharmacy Times  Fun Fact: Coffee Could Reduce Feelings of Depressionhttps://www.pharmacytimes.com/view/fun-fact-coffee-could-reduce-feelings-of-depression
Saving Advice article “Unmask The Lie: The Reason Your Local Pharmacy Always Runs Out Of Meds”https://www.savingadvice.com/articles/2025/11/28/10442667_unmask-the-lie-the-reason-your-local-pharmacy-always-runs-out-of-meds.html Could dedicated pharmacists help improve neonatal care’s medicines safety problem?https://pharmaceutical-journal.com/article/feature/could-dedicated-pharmacists-help-improve-neonatal-cares-medicines-safety-problem 
 
On Today's "This Week in Pharmacy" we're welcoming back Pharmacist and Kelli Stovall, RPh EMBA, Vice President of Pharmacy Services and Clinical Programs with IPC. Kelli and I talk about preparing for a more profitable 2026 with several ideas to build new non-PBM revenues with patient services needed throughout communities threatened by 'pharmacy deserts'. Next, a special feature interview with Myra Ahmad, MD. CEO & Founder of Mochi Health.Mochi Health is a telehealth company offering comprehensive virtual obesity and weight-management services. Through its platform, patients connect with board-certified physicians, nurse practitioners, and registered dietitians to receive personalized treatment plans tailored to their unique body, lifestyle, and health goals. Mochi Health emphasizes that weight is not a moral failing, but a complex health issue — and their care is non-judgmental and supportive. Clients can access evidence-based medication options (including GLP-1 receptor agonists), nutrition guidance, and ongoing support — often virtually from home. 
The company aims to make obesity care more accessible, affordable, and personalized than traditional in-person clinics. 
 
SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT on "This Week in Pharmacy" November 28th 2025, the Legacy Pharmacy Group (LPG) has announced that CEO Ritesh Shah, RPh has been appointed to Governor-Elect Mikie Sherrill’s Transition Task Force in New Jersey. This appointment highlights Shah’s longstanding leadership in independent pharmacy and his commitment to strengthening community-based healthcare across the state.
Shah will focus on advocating for independent pharmacies, improving transparency in Pharmacy Benefit Manager (PBM) operations, and promoting policies that ensure community pharmacies remain viable, accessible healthcare resources. His priorities on the task force include:
Protecting and strengthening independent pharmacies statewide
Ensuring fairness, transparency, and accountability in PBM practices
Expanding access and reducing barriers to care, particularly for underserved populations
Legacy Pharmacy Group Founder and Pharmacist, Jay Dhaduk, emphasized the importance of having informed pharmacy leadership at the policy level and celebrated Shah’s appointment as critical to the long-term sustainability of independent pharmacies.
 
The release also highlights LPG’s role as the tri-state area’s largest group purchasing organization, supporting more than 720 independent pharmacy members with programs, services, and advocacy to help them thrive.
 
Thank you to IPC and YARAL Pharma for sponsoring today's TWIRx 
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MatchRX presents: Understanding DSCSA and the Road to 2026 | TWIRx

On "This Week in Pharmacy" #TWIRx TWIRx NEWS This Week in Pharmacy News – A trio of developments highlight major shifts and ongoing challenges in pharmacy care:Fruth Pharmacy, a 73-year-old family-owned regional pharmacy chain in West Virginia and Ohio, has been acquired by Walgreens Boots Alliance, with transfer of prescription files and inventory from 16 stores planned for December 3 — the deal underscores how legacy community pharmacies are increasingly consolidating to survive pressure from reimbursement and PBM models.- from Mass Market Retailershttps://lnkd.in/emKagG9v At UNC Eshelman School of Pharmacy, the Postgraduate Year One Community-based Pharmacy Residency Program is celebrating 25 years, having trained 163 residents who serve in community pharmacies across North Carolina. With 95 % of Americans living within five miles of a pharmacy, the program emphasizes the critical role of community pharmacists in rural and underserved areas.https://lnkd.in/e-Gk5bkr A new commentary from Those Nerdy Girls draws attention to the growing crisis of “pharmacy deserts” — areas lacking accessible pharmacies — and links closures of independent and chain pharmacies (nearly 1 in 3 since 2010) with inequities in care for rural, Black and Latino-majority neighborhoods. The piece calls for PBM reform, policy action and community engagement to preserve pharmacy access.https://lnkd.in/ezxmdRfb Featured Sponsor today: MatchRX presents: Understanding #DSCSA and the Road to 2026 Special Guest: Ilisa Bernstein PharmD, JDCEO & Co-founder Johny Kello with MatchRXJohny welcomes one of the "50 Most Influential People in Pharmacy", Ilisa B.G. Bernstein, PharmD, JD, to break down the current state of DSCSA compliance as the industry approaches the critical November 2025 enforcement deadline. With decades of leadership in pharmacy practice, regulatory policy, and national advocacy, Dr. Bernstein brings unmatched clarity to what pharmacies must do now — and how the right technology partnerships can keep them operational, efficient, and fully compliant.Learn more: https://www.matchrx.com/Featured Guest:Dr. Dr. Jordyn Nordé, PharmD, MBA is a forward-thinking clinical hashtag#pharmacist and community leader based in St. Louis who combines advanced clinical training with business acumen to drive impact in underserved populations. With experience in ambulatory care and medication management for conditions like hypertension, diabetes and pain, she is also the founder of an initiative bringing minority pharmacy professionals together through mentorship, entrepreneurship and wellness conversations. Her dual credentials enable her to bridge healthcare, professional development and advocacy — positioning her as an emerging influencer in pharmacy practice transformation.
 
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Patient Safety & the Direct to Consumer Factor | TWIRx

Special Feature: 
 
Andrew Crawford, Vice President at Keysource talks with TWIRx host Todd Eury about the direct to patient market (Direct to Consumer, DTC) expected to hit $21 billion this year. Pharmacy is evolving fast. When DTC brands move in, pharmacies have a choice...compete or collaborate. Some manufacturers are selling directly to patients at discounted cash prices and cutting out traditional intermediaries. The model is projected to grow 9% a year through 2030, with pharma support services expected to nearly double from $3.2B to $5.7B by 2030. 
Driven by cost pressure and new legislation, manufacturers are moving quickly. It is creating more transparency but patients still need guidance, trust, and human care. Pharmacy is being redefined as the bridge that keeps care personal, safe, and local. It is not being replaced, but what will it look like in 10 years?
TWIRx News: 
 
Pharmacy student shot, killed by friend who became paranoid after they smoked pot together, documents say - from WMTV/Gray News 
https://www.wowt.com/2025/11/11/pharmacy-student-shot-killed-by-friend-who-became-paranoid-after-they-smoked-pot-together-documents-say/ 
Why Guardian Pharmacy Services Stock Was on a Tear Tuesday - by Motley Fool / Yahoo Finance 
https://finance.yahoo.com/news/why-guardian-pharmacy-services-stock-202435130.html
Metformin May Diminish the Cardiometabolic Benefits of Exercise
https://www.pharmacytimes.com/view/metformin-may-diminish-the-cardiometabolic-benefits-of-exerciseToday's TWIRx is sponsored by YARAL Pharma & SureCost  

The Drugstore Cowboy Rides Again: PBM Reform in Arkansas & PGx Safeguards for Xeloda Patients | TWIRx

This Week in Pharmacy - November 7, 2025
TWIRx News: First up, Binghamton University School of Pharmacy holds emergency management simulation, VCU Health pharmacies expand access through new home delivery options, and Lilly and U.S. government agree to expand access to obesity medicines to millions of Americans. 
Our special guest line up on TWIRx:  
Amantha Bagdon - CEO of RxPost 
PGX Pharmacist's Protection of Patients with Dr. Melissa Smith PharmD
Arkansas HB 1150 TO PROHIBIT A PHARMACY BENEFITS MANAGER FROM OBTAINING CERTAIN PHARMACY PERMITS. with John Vinson CEO of the Arkansas Pharmacy Association & Greg Reybold with APCI 
4th Generation Pharmacy Owner C.O. Bigelow (the oldest Apothecary in America) the Drugstore Cowboy, Alec Gingsberg PharmD
Thank you to our sponsors: 
Independent Pharmacy Cooperative (IPC)
Yaral Pharma 
SureCost
The Drugstore Cowboy Rides Again: PBM Reform in Arkansas & PGx Safeguards for Xeloda Patients | TWIRx

Data to Impact: Nested Knowledge & the 31-Day Pharmacist Challenge | TWIRx

TWIRx in the WORKS!!! 
Welcome back to This Week in Pharmacy (TWIRx) — your weekly deep dive into the most important pharmacy news, innovations, and conversations shaping healthcare.
In this episode, host Todd Eury brings you stories that move from data to impact, exploring how pharmacists are driving change through knowledge, leadership, and advocacy.
🗞️ TWIRx News Roundup
Wrapping up IDWeek 2025 with the latest insights from Pharmacy Practice News and more breaking updates across the profession:
💊 How Well Are You Using Fetroja?Understanding appropriate use of cefiderocol and antibiotic resistance challenges.🔗 Read at Pharmacy Practice News
⚕️ AFPs Affect Access to Specialty MedicationsLearn how alternative funding programs are impacting patient access and specialty care.🔗 Read at Specialty Pharmacy Continuum
🚨 FDA Recall AlertDrug makers recall a blood pressure medicine tainted with a cancer-causing chemical.🔗 Read the full story via AP News
🧠 Meeting Patients Where They AreHow pharmacists are supporting patients managing schizophrenia treatment adherence.🔗 Read at Pharmacy Times
🎤 Featured Guest: Keith Kallmes
President, Nested KnowledgeA deep conversation on how Nested Knowledge is transforming the way clinical data becomes actionable insights for healthcare decision-makers.
Connect with Keith on LinkedIn
🧬 Today’s TWIRx is sponsored by Nested Knowledge — advancing research automation and evidence synthesis to accelerate medical innovation.
💪 31-Day Pharmacist ChallengeA huge thank you to Dr. Jesse McCullough, PharmD — Founder of Keystone Pharmacy Insights — for inspiring the pharmacy community through the 31-Day Pharmacist Challenge during Pharmacist Month!
Connect with Jesse on LinkedInJoin his Leadership Community for Pharmacists on SKOOL
🔥 Bonus Guest: Matthew Zachary
Principal, Matthew Zachary WorldwideThe outspoken healthcare advocate returns to rage against the PBM Mafia, shining a light on the broken business models of the “Big 3” PBMs.
Shout-out to Mark Cuban Cost Plus Drugs for disrupting the system and fighting for transparency and affordability for patients everywhere.
📢 Subscribe & Connect
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Data to Impact: Nested Knowledge & the 31-Day Pharmacist Challenge | TWIRx

Access, Advocacy & Appreciation: The Heart of Pharmacy in Motion | TWIRx

Access, Advocacy & Appreciation: The Heart of Pharmacy in Motion --it's time to #TWIRx on October 24th, 2025, it's FRIDAY!! Up first is TWIRx News:From Pharmacy Times, Lynkuet Access Program Aims to Help Women Save on Neurokinin-Targeted Therapy. https://lnkd.in/e2CwGUt8NEXT from Drug Store News, Pharmacies can close health care gaps for millions while realizing substantial savings for employers A new national study from the Health Action Alliance, commissioned by NACDS, shows pharmacy-based care reduces costs while meeting employee demands for convenient access. https://lnkd.in/eYmrQnHQNEXT from Open PR, New Research Peptide Supplier Plans Pharmacy Collaborations to Support Licensed Wellness Clinic Sector https://lnkd.in/evkgZtn5NEXT Study shows alarming drop in pharmacy access in Massachusetts --reporting from WWLP-22News from Boston https://lnkd.in/egWg6G3rIn this episode of This Week in Pharmacy, host Todd Eury welcomes featured guest Tiara Green, President of Accessia Health, whose mission is to connect patients without insurance to life-saving medication funding.LINK: https://lnkd.in/gV4VjeZn We also check in with Jesse McCullough for Day 24 of the 31-Day #Pharmacist Month Challenge, with a special call to action to support the 40+ shows and incredible hosts creating content for the pharmacy profession through the Pharmacy Podcast Network.LINK: https://lnkd.in/efvZ6Smv Plus, Mike Johnston, CPhT-Adv, CEO of the NPTA - National Pharmacy Technician Association (NPTA), joins us to share insights on Meaningful Recognition and what pharmacy technicians truly want as we celebrate World Pharmacy Technician Day.LINK: https://lnkd.in/gz-Gcxvg 🎧 Empowering the profession, one story at a time.Thank you to Independent Pharmacy Cooperative (IPC) and Sykes & Company, P.A. for always supporting #TWIRx in the Works!!

PRISM Enters the Chat & LTC Insurance in Pharmacy | TWIRx RxRated

📅 Release Date: October 17, 2025🎧 Produced by: Pharmacy Podcast Network
🧠 Segment 1: Innovation Spotlight – OvaryIT & the PRISM Platform
Guests:
Mary Kucek, CEO & Founder, OvaryIT
Devin Bustin, MD, Chief Medical Officer, OvaryIT
The future of pharmacy practice management has arrived. Mary Kucek and Dr. Devin Bustin introduce PRISM, the first fully integrated EHR system built exclusively for community pharmacists. PRISM streamlines clinical workflows, ensures compliance, and empowers pharmacists to expand services—from point-of-care testing and chronic disease management to vaccinations and remote patient monitoring. This segment unpacks how PRISM helps protect your license, improve patient outcomes, and grow your business with technology designed by pharmacists, for pharmacists.
💡 Segment 2: Financial Literacy & Long-Term Care Planning with Michael Banner
Guest:
Michael Banner, Founder & Host, 62WhoKnew Podcast
Michael Banner brings decades of expertise across the mortgage, financial, and LTC insurance industries to discuss how pharmacists and healthcare professionals can better educate aging populations about financial security and care planning. Learn why he built 62WhoKnew as the ultimate referral source for retirement preparation and hear insights on integrating long-term care insurance discussions into pharmacy-based clinical care models.
💰 Segment 3: The 8th Annual Pharmacy Profit Summit
Guest:
Lisa Faast, PharmD, CEO, DiversifyRx
Get ready for the Pharmacy Profit Summit 2025—happening March 26–27 in Dallas, TX. Dr. Lisa Faast shares what’s new for the 8th annual event, including innovative strategies to boost profitability, reduce overhead, and future-proof independent pharmacies. Hear what attendees can expect from this year’s sessions, networking, and vendor showcases that make the Summit a can’t-miss event for forward-thinking pharmacy owners.
💬 Segment 4: TWIRx RxRated Roundtable – Trust, Transparency, and Controversy in Healthcare
Hosts:
Robbie Abasi, PharmD
Sam Ilona, PharmD
Xavier Hill, PharmD, BCPS, BCGP
The RatedRx Podcast team joins TWIRx for an unfiltered discussion on trust in healthcare, media narratives, and the controversy shaping public perception of the profession. From patient misinformation to provider burnout, this roundtable doesn’t hold back—bringing authenticity and humor to the realities of modern pharmacy.
🔊 Episode Summary
This week on This Week in Pharmacy, innovation meets impact. From next-generation EHR technology with PRISM to retirement readiness and LTC awareness with Michael Banner, plus a spotlight on profit-driven growth with DiversifyRx’s Lisa Faast—this episode covers the clinical, business, and human sides of pharmacy. We wrap it all up with RatedRx, where pharmacists talk real about the issues shaping trust in healthcare today.

The Devil Wore a Lab Coat & PBM Reform in Illinois | TWIRx

This Week in Pharmacy – October 10, 2025
🎙️ Featured Guests:
John Covello – Independent Pharmacy Cooperative (IPC)
Garth Reynolds – Illinois Pharmacists Association (IPhA)
Illinois pharmacy owners, this episode is for you. With the passage of HB 1697, a $70 million lifeline is now available to support independent pharmacies across the state—but the clock is ticking. The October 31st deadline is critical.
Covello and Reynolds break down:
The Critical Access Pharmacy Fund – how it strengthens local pharmacies.
The DECO program – what it means for reimbursement.
Patient Self-Management Programs (PSMP) – driving patient care and outcomes.
The one-minute attestation that unlocks enhanced Medicaid dispensing fees.
If you’re a pharmacy owner in Illinois, this could be the most important 30 minutes you’ll spend this month.
🎶 Special Feature: Mary Kutter
This week, TWIRx also spotlights Mary Kutter, a rising country singer-songwriter from Kentucky. Known for her gritty, truthful storytelling, Kutter’s music explores themes of family, small-town struggles, and the opioid crisis.
With viral songs like “Devil’s Money” and “The Devil Wore a Lab Coat”, plus songwriting credits for artists like Bailey Zimmerman, Kutter’s voice is shaping the soundtrack of rural America. Signed with Reservoir Media, she brings a raw perspective on how music can confront issues like addiction while honoring her Kentucky roots.
💡 Episode Highlights:
The $70M opportunity Illinois pharmacies can’t afford to miss.
How independent pharmacies can secure financial stability through HB 1697.
Why Medicaid fee enhancements could change the game.
Mary Kutter on blending country grit with the reality of the opioid epidemic.
📌 Don’t miss this episode of This Week in Pharmacy. It’s where policy, patient care, and culture intersect.

Celebrating the Launch of American Pharmacists Month 2025 | TWIRx

Celebrating the Launch of American Pharmacists Month 2025“Caring for our Communities”
This Week in Pharmacy (TWIRx)
Friday, October 3, 2025
Episode Overview
Today marks the kickoff of American Pharmacists Month 2025, a time to recognize the essential role pharmacists play across all healthcare settings. This special TWIRx episode spotlights leaders and innovators shaping pharmacy practice, technology, and patient care — and challenges the profession to embrace a 31-day journey of advocacy, community connection, and transformation.TWIRx NEWSFormer Rep. Tiahrt: Pharmacy Benefit Manager bill could shut down CVS in Kansas | Opinion Read more at:https://www.kansas.com/opinion/guest-commentary/article312355904.html#storylink=cpyNeronha lawsuit against CVS Caremark can help save my Middletown pharmacy: Guest Viewhttps://www.newportri.com/story/opinion/columns/guest/2025/10/03/neronha-lawsuit-against-cvs-can-help-save-middletown-pharmacy-guest-view/86471928007/ 
 
FDA Approves Lurbinectedin Combination Regimen in Extensive-Stage SCLC https://www.pharmacytimes.com/view/fda-approves-lurbinectedin-combination-regimen-in-extensive-stage-sclc 
Building an Opioid Stewardship Program in Cancer Care: Pharmacist Roles, Challenges, and Patient Safety
https://www.pharmacytimes.com/view/building-an-opioid-stewardship-program-in-cancer-care-pharmacist-roles-challenges-and-patient-safety 
Featured Guests
Dr. Jesse McCullough, PharmDFounder, Keystone Pharmacy InsightsIntroducing the American Pharmacists Month 31-Day Challenge, a call to action for pharmacists to engage, educate, and elevate their communities.
Bil SchmidtknechtPatient ProtectorSharing insights on patient advocacy, protecting access to care, and the pharmacist’s role in navigating today’s healthcare complexities.
 
Dr. Devin Bustin, MDChief Medical Officer, OvaryIt
Dr. Lissette Logan, PharmDCOO, OvaryItTogether, Dr. Bustin and Dr. Logan discuss innovative pharmacist-driven care models, treatment tracking, and platforms like PRISM designed to ensure pharmacists are recognized — and reimbursed — for their expertise.
 
Dr. Jill Kolesar, PharmDDean, College of Pharmacy, The University of IowaHighlighting the future of pharmacy education and how academia is preparing the next generation for expanded clinical and community roles.
Dr. Jason Lang, PharmDWellgisticsExploring the logistics and supply chain innovations that keep pharmacies agile in serving patient needs, especially as new therapies and technologies emerge.
WELLGISTICS News: https://www.accessnewswire.com/newsroom/en/healthcare-and-pharmaceutical/wellgistics-health-nasdaq-wgrx-and-theracosbio-partner-to-expand-nati-1079815 
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Celebrating the Launch of American Pharmacists Month 2025 | TWIRx