
ASHPOfficial is the premier podcast of ASHP and the collective voice of our 50,000 members in health-system pharmacy. Through interviews and discussions with pharmacy thought leaders, ASHPOfficial will explore issues related to public health, medication use, and supporting the professional practice of pharmacists in hospitals, health systems, ambulatory clinics, and other settings. To learn more about ASHP, please visit ashp.org.
Episodes

Wednesday Dec 16, 2020
2020 Influenza Vaccine & the COVID-19 Pandemic: An Ambulatory Care Perspective
Wednesday Dec 16, 2020
Wednesday Dec 16, 2020
With the combination of the 2020 influenza season and the COVID-19 pandemic, both patients and pharmacy professionals need to be vigilant about protecting themselves. In this podcast, Drs. Martin Bishop and Lauren Cimino discuss the important role ambulatory care pharmacists will play during the unprecedented 2020 influenza season.
The information presented during the podcast reflects solely the opinions of the presenter. The information and materials are not, and are not intended as, a comprehensive source of drug information on this topic. The contents of the podcast have not been reviewed by ASHP, and should neither be interpreted as the official policies of ASHP, nor an endorsement of any product(s), nor should they be considered as a substitute for the professional judgment of the pharmacist or physician.

Tuesday Dec 15, 2020
Tuesday Dec 15, 2020
Joel Hennenfent, Pharm.D., M.B.A., BCPS, FASHP, sits down with Ali McBride, Pharm.D., M.S., BCPS, to discuss biosimilar formulary implementation/integration and reimbursement challenges.
To learn more about Formulary Management Strategies visit www.formularytoolkit.org
The information presented during the podcast reflects solely the opinions of the presenter. The information and materials are not, and are not intended as, a comprehensive source of drug information on this topic. The contents of the podcast have not been reviewed by ASHP, and should neither be interpreted as the official policies of ASHP, nor an endorsement of any product(s), nor should they be considered as a substitute for the professional judgment of the pharmacist or physician.

Thursday Dec 10, 2020
Thursday Dec 10, 2020
At the intersection of two substantial public health challenges, practitioners are faced with reducing suffering from pain while also minimizing harm associated with high-risk analgesics. Dr. Michele Matthews reviews the role of buprenorphine in acute and chronic pain management, the pharmacodynamics of buprenorphine, and clinical pearls for its use in practice.
The information presented during the podcast reflects solely the opinions of the presenter. The information and materials are not, and are not intended as, a comprehensive source of drug information on this topic. The contents of the podcast have not been reviewed by ASHP, and should neither be interpreted as the official policies of ASHP, nor an endorsement of any product(s), nor should they be considered as a substitute for the professional judgment of the pharmacist or physician.

Friday Dec 04, 2020
Therapeutic Thursdays: Droperidol – A resurrected option
Friday Dec 04, 2020
Friday Dec 04, 2020
Droperidol has come back to the market after several years of being unavailable. Today's episode will discuss its potential place in practice, along with practical considerations, such as dosing and monitoring.
The information presented during the podcast reflects solely the opinions of the presenter. The information and materials are not, and are not intended as, a comprehensive source of drug information on this topic. The contents of the podcast have not been reviewed by ASHP, and should neither be interpreted as the official policies of ASHP, nor an endorsement of any product(s), nor should they be considered as a substitute for the professional judgment of the pharmacist or physician.

Friday Dec 04, 2020
Friday Dec 04, 2020
Healthcare has been required to update the interface standard for e-prescribing by CMS on 1/1/2020, but what does it actually mean or change? The purpose of this podcast is to answer that question.
The information presented during the podcast reflects solely the opinions of the presenter. The information and materials are not, and are not intended as, a comprehensive source of drug information on this topic. The contents of the podcast have not been reviewed by ASHP, and should neither be interpreted as the official policies of ASHP, nor an endorsement of any product(s), nor should they be considered as a substitute for the professional judgment of the pharmacist or physician.

Wednesday Dec 02, 2020
Well-being Wednesday: Mindfulness and Meditation for the Pharmacy Workforce
Wednesday Dec 02, 2020
Wednesday Dec 02, 2020
This episode is a recording of the Mindfulness and Meditation for Pharmacists and Pharmacy Technicians webinar from ASHP eLearning (no CE for podcast)
Activity Date: 10/2/2019
ASHP has been committed to supporting the well-being and resilience of the pharmacy workforce for decades. We have been even more focused on supporting members the last few years given recent evidence and impact of burnout on patient safety and the healthcare workforce. During COVID-19, demands and stress on the pharmacy workforce have increased to an even greater extent. Prior to the upcoming virtual Midyear Clinical Meeting, we offer you an opportunity to pause & participate in a guided heart rhythm meditation led by ASHP member, Lisa Wilhelm.
The information presented during the podcast reflects solely the opinions of the presenter. The information and materials are not, and are not intended as, a comprehensive source of drug information on this topic. The contents of the podcast have not been reviewed by ASHP, and should neither be interpreted as the official policies of ASHP, nor an endorsement of any product(s), nor should they be considered as a substitute for the professional judgment of the pharmacist or physician.

Wednesday Dec 02, 2020
Wednesday Dec 02, 2020
The ASHP Midyear Clinical Meeting has gone virtual! Are you a student or resident preparing for the virtual showcase or PPS? Find out tips and tricks for navigating the virtual showcase, PPS, and virtual poster presentations. The podcast will feature a sneak-peek into ASHP's recent webinar ASHP Midyear Clinical Meeting Goes Virtual - Tips and Tricks for Navigating the Virtual Showcases.
The information presented during the podcast reflects solely the opinions of the presenter. The information and materials are not, and are not intended as, a comprehensive source of drug information on this topic. The contents of the podcast have not been reviewed by ASHP, and should neither be interpreted as the official policies of ASHP, nor an endorsement of any product(s), nor should they be considered as a substitute for the professional judgment of the pharmacist or physician.

Tuesday Dec 01, 2020
Advocating for Impact: How The Election Results Impact Your Practice
Tuesday Dec 01, 2020
Tuesday Dec 01, 2020
In today's episode, we provide members with a breakdown of what the election results mean for pharmacy practice. We discuss key Congressional committees, agency leadership, and what it all means for ASHP advocacy priorities.
The information presented during the podcast reflects solely the opinions of the presenter. The information and materials are not, and are not intended as, a comprehensive source of drug information on this topic. The contents of the podcast have not been reviewed by ASHP, and should neither be interpreted as the official policies of ASHP, nor an endorsement of any product(s), nor should they be considered as a substitute for the professional judgment of the pharmacist or physician.

Monday Nov 30, 2020
Medical Surveillance for USP Chapter
Monday Nov 30, 2020
Monday Nov 30, 2020
Today's episode explores considerations worth taking into account when deciding to implement a medical surveillance program as recommended by the USP Chapter <800> Standard.
The information presented during the podcast reflects solely the opinions of the presenter. The information and materials are not, and are not intended as, a comprehensive source of drug information on this topic. The contents of the podcast have not been reviewed by ASHP, and should neither be interpreted as the official policies of ASHP, nor an endorsement of any product(s), nor should they be considered as a substitute for the professional judgment of the pharmacist or physician.

Wednesday Nov 25, 2020
Wednesday Nov 25, 2020
White bagging is a major patient safety issue driven by payers within hospitals today. Candy Tsourounis, Pharm.D., FCSHP sits down with Joel Hennenfent, Pharm.D., MBA, BCPS, FASHP to discuss those safety issues and best practices on how to prevent white bagging to keep our patients safe.
To learn more about Formulary Management Strategies visit www.formularytoolkit.org.
The information presented during the podcast reflects solely the opinions of the presenter. The information and materials are not, and are not intended as, a comprehensive source of drug information on this topic. The contents of the podcast have not been reviewed by ASHP, and should neither be interpreted as the official policies of ASHP, nor an endorsement of any product(s), nor should they be considered as a substitute for the professional judgment of the pharmacist or physician.
