
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

Monday Sep 29, 2025
We're Your Pharmacist Podcast Series with Charrai Byrd, PharmD, MBA
Monday Sep 29, 2025
Monday Sep 29, 2025
Discover the essential contributions of pharmacists in patient care with We’re Your Pharmacist, a monthly podcast from ASHP. This episode features Charrai Byrd, director of pharmacy services at New York-Presbyterian Hospital, as he shares what drew him to a career in pharmacy. Gain insights into the diverse opportunities within the pharmacy profession and learn how pharmacists are making a difference every day.
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 Sep 29, 2025
Monday Sep 29, 2025
This podcast explores unique opportunities for pharmacists to pursue a Fulbright Scholar Award, highlighting pathways for academic exchange, research, and global health collaboration. Featuring insights from a recent Fulbright recipient, the discussion covers how pharmacists can contribute to and benefit from international scholarship and cultural diplomacy.
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 Sep 25, 2025
Thursday Sep 25, 2025
ASHP’s senior education director, Cindy Von Heeringen is joined by James Hoffman, senior vice president of quality and safety, member, pharmacy and pharmaceutical sciences at St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, and Joe DiPiro, professor emeritus at Virginia Commonwealth University, School of Pharmacy, as they discuss their upcoming Midyear session that focuses on relevant trends in the external environment that will have a major impact on health-system pharmacy practice over the next five years.
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 Sep 24, 2025
Wednesday Sep 24, 2025
This episode discusses the remainder of the results of the work from home survey conducted in 2024 by members of the Section of Specialty Pharmacy Practitioners Advisory Group on Operational and Workforce Development.
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 Sep 23, 2025
Hot Topics in Pharmacy Practice: Over-the-Counter Product Updates
Tuesday Sep 23, 2025
Tuesday Sep 23, 2025
This podcast provides a review of newer over-the-counter (OTC) items related to pharmacy practice. Participants discuss OTC CGMs, naloxone, birth control, combined influenza/COVID home tests and STD/syphilis home tests. The episode highlights cost information, where to purchase, how and when to use, and more.
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 Sep 23, 2025
Tuesday Sep 23, 2025
ASHP’s senior education director, Cindy Von Heeringen is joined by Tyler Vest, network director of pharmacy, pharmacy supply chain at the University of Vermont Health Network, as he discusses his upcoming Midyear sessions that focus on ongoing research about the medication use process and the current state.
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 Sep 22, 2025
Monday Sep 22, 2025
In this podcast, members of the Pharmacy Administration and Leadership Residents’ Collaborative explore disruptive innovations with Dr. Nishaminy Kasbekar and consider future implications as we work to expand medication access. Speakers discuss how these changes are transforming drug procurement, addressing challenges like drug shortages, and improving medication affordability for patients. Dr. Kasbekar also shares insights on how models like those adopted at her own institution could shape the future of pharmacy practice across health systems nationwide.
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 Sep 17, 2025
Wednesday Sep 17, 2025
ASHP’s senior education director, Cindy von Heeringen is joined by Mitchell Buckley, clinical pharmacy specialist at Buckley Group Enterprises LLC, as he discusses his upcoming Midyear sessions that focus on acute care clinical pharmacy performance metrics and the unique pharmacokinetic and pharmacodynamic challenges in dosing chemotherapy, anticoagulants, and antimicrobials for obese and underweight patients.
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 Sep 11, 2025
Thursday Sep 11, 2025
In anticipation of the 2025 ASHP Conference for Pharmacy Leaders, ASHP is hosting a series of podcast episodes. Join our host, Cynthia Von Heeringen, senior education director at ASHP, as she interviews John Clark, associate chief pharmacy officer at Michigan Medicine Health and clinical associate professor at the University of Michigan College of Pharmacy, and Tara Vlasimsky, system director of ambulatory pharmacy for Intermountain Health, as they discuss their upcoming session From Strategy to Execution for Agile Organizations.
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 Sep 10, 2025
Wednesday Sep 10, 2025
Join us for a conversation with Cheryl Wisseh and Ryan Larson, ASHP Foundation grantees, who will discuss their research, implications for practice, and improving the health of patients and communities.
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.
