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  • Notable New Meds of 2024
    Feb 1 2025

    In this episode, TRC Healthcare editors, Sara Klockars, PharmD, BCPS, and Stephen Small, PharmD, BCPS, BCPPS, BCCCP, CNSC, discuss notable new meds of 2024.

    Listen in as our editors discuss several novel drugs approved in 2024...and highlight some medications now available in a new dosage form. They’ll review efficacy, safety, and considerations for use with these new treatment options.

    None of the speakers have anything to disclose.

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    • On Demand Webinar: Notable New Meds of 2024
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    32 min
  • Natural Medicines Highlights
    Jan 1 2025

    In this episode, TRC Healthcare editors, Sara Klockars, PharmD, BCPS, and Stephen Small, PharmD, BCPS, BCPPS, BCCCP, CNSC, tackle the topic of Natural Medicines.

    Listen in as they define what natural medicines are... and discuss the safety and efficacy of several natural medicines, including ashwagandha, berberine, and turmeric. They’ll also discuss how to navigate discussions with patients about supplements, including tips for choosing a quality supplement.

    None of the speakers have anything to disclose.

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    • Article: Be Prepared With Guidance About Ashwagandha
    • Article: Don’t Recommend Berberine as a GLP-1 Agonist Alternative
    • Article: Give Guidance About Coenzyme Q10
    • Article: Clarify the Effectiveness and Safety of Melatonin
    • Article: Be Prepared With Advice About Turmeric


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    56 min
  • Immunization Updates 2024
    Dec 1 2024

    Special guest Jean-Venable “Kelly” R. Goode, PharmD, BCPS, FAPhA, FCCP, Professor and Director of the Community-Based Residency Program at the Virginia Commonwealth University School of Pharmacy, join(s) us to talk about immunizations.

    Listen in as we discuss the latest COVID-19, influenza, and RSV vaccine recommendations and answer some common questions about giving vaccines.

    You’ll also hear practical advice from TRC Editorial Advisory Board member, Stephen Carek, MD, CAQSM, DipABLM, the Program Director for the Prisma Health/USC School of Medicine Greenville Family Medicine Residency Program and Clinical Associate Professor at the University of South Carolina School of Medicine, Greenville.

    For the purposes of disclosure, Dr. Goode reports relevant financial relationships [vaccines] with Pfizer, Valneva (honorarium). The other speakers have nothing to disclose. All relevant financial relationships have been mitigated.

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    • Chart: Flu Vaccines for 2024-25 (United States)
    • Chart: COVID-19 Vaccines 2024-25 (United States)
    • FAQ: Preventing RSV
    • Resource Hub: Immunization Resource Hub


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    36 min
  • Cultural Competency in Healthcare
    Nov 15 2024

    Special guest Stephen Carek, MD, CAQSM, DipABLM, Program Director for the Prisma Health/USC School of Medicine Greenville Family Medicine Residency Program and Clinical Associate Professor at the University of South Carolina School of Medicine, Greenville, joins us to talk about cultural competency in healthcare.

    Listen in as we discuss cultural differences and how biases can lead to disparities in healthcare.

    None of the speakers have anything to disclose.

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    • Toolbox: Overcoming Patient Communication Challenges


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    23 min
  • Implicit Bias in Healthcare
    Nov 1 2024

    Special guest Stephen Carek, MD, CAQSM, DipABLM, Program Director for the Prisma Health/USC School of Medicine Greenville Family Medicine Residency Program and Clinical Associate Professor at the University of South Carolina School of Medicine, Greenville, joins us to talk about implicit bias in healthcare.

    Listen in as we discuss the differences between implicit and explicit bias and how biases can lead to disparities in healthcare.

    None of the speakers have anything to disclose.

    TRC Healthcare offers CE credit for this podcast. Log in to your Pharmacist’s Letter or Prescriber Insights account and look for the title of this podcast in the list of available CE courses.

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    29 min
  • Asthma and COPD Treatment
    Oct 1 2024

    Special guest Lori A. Wilken, PharmD, FCCP, BCACP, NCTTP, AE-C, Clinical Assistant Professor in the Department of Pharmacy Practice at the University of Illinois, Chicago, joins us to talkabout Asthma and COPD treatment.

    Listen in as we discuss answers to your big questions about treatment of asthma and COPD.

    You’ll also hear practical advice from panelists on TRC’s Editorial Advisory Board:

    • Stephen Carek, MD, CAQSM, DipABLM, Clinical Assistant Professor of Family Medicine, Prisma Health/USC-SOMG Family Medicine Residency Program at the USC School of Medicine Greenville
    • Andrea Darby Stewart, MD, Associate Director, Honor Health Family Medicine Residency Program and Clinical Professor of Family, Community & Occupational Medicine at the University of Arizona College of Medicine - Phoenix
    • Craig D. Williams, PharmD, FNLA, BCPS, Clinical Professor of Pharmacy Practice at the Oregon Health and Science University

    For the purposes of disclosure, Dr. Wilken reports relevant financial relationships [pulmonary] with AstraZeneca/Simpson Healthcare, OptumRx. (consultant).

    The other speakers have nothing to disclose. All relevant financial relationships have been mitigated.

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    • Chart: Biologics and Inhalation Medications for Asthma
    • Chart: Inhaled Medications for COPD


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    35 min
  • Precepting: Helping Learners Succeed
    Sep 1 2024

    In this episode, listen in as our expert panelists discuss tips for creating successful learning experiences for students and residents. We’ll review various teaching tools and summarize strategies for incorporating learners into your practice. We’ll also discuss different approaches for providing meaningful feedback and managing challenging situations with learners.

    Our panel for this conversation includes:

    • Andrea Darby Stewart, MD; Associate Director, Honor Health Family Medicine Residency Program; Clinical Professor of Family, Community & Occupational Medicine, University of Arizona College of Medicine – Phoenix
    • Mary Franks, MSN, APRN-FPA, FNP-C; Nurse Planner, NetCE; Adjunct Professor, Bradley University; Nurse Practitioner, Carle Health
    • Megan Smith, PharmD, BCACP; Associate Professor, College of Pharmacy, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS); Residency Program Director, UAMS Community-Based Residency Program
    • Craig D. Williams, PharmD, FNLA, BCPS; Clinical Professor of Pharmacy Practice, Oregon Health and Science University

    None of the speakers have anything to disclose.

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    • Toolbox: Preceptor’s Guide
    • FAQ: Prevention and Management of Burnout for Healthcare Professionals


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    47 min
  • Specialty Meds: Navigating Barriers
    Aug 1 2024

    In this episode, listen in as our expert panel discusses the challenges and solutions for ensuring access to specialty medications, including how social determinants of health play a role and strategies to overcome barriers caused by these factors.

    Our panel for this conversation includes:

    • Laura Sosinski, PharmD, MBA, BCPS; Pharmacy Manager, Walgreens Specialty Pharmacy; PGY1 Community Pharmacy Residency Director
    • Patricia Romero, PharmD, CSP; Pharmacist, Walmart Specialty Pharmacy
    • Rachel Popp, CPhT; Patient Panelist; Contact Center Specialist, Walmart Specialty Pharmacy
    • Jake Galdo, PharmD, MBA, BCPS, BCGP; CEO, Seguridad, Inc; Managing Network Facilitator, CPESN Health Equity
    • Meredy Ayers, CPhT-Adv, CHW; Development Specialist, Bremo Pharmacy


    None of the speakers have anything to disclose.

    TRC Healthcare offers CE credit for this podcast episode. Log in to your Pharmacist’s Letter,Prescriber Insights, or Pharmacy Technician’s Letter account and look for the title of this podcast in the list of available CE courses.

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    • Chart: Guide for Helping Patients Afford Their Medications
    • FAQ: Facts About Biosimilars


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    40 min