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Comprehensive Medication Management and the role of GTMRx Institute

Get the Medications Right Institute (GTMRx) believes that through team based comprehensive medication management (CMM), we can save lives, save money, and restore health through personalized, patient-centered, coordinated approach to medication. ASHP works closely with GTMRX to develop best practices, payment models, and policy to support CMM and to impact patient care. Every good healthcare team needs a good pharmacist to guard against medication misuse and open the path to achieving positive health outcomes from the use of medications. This podcast will explore ASHP’s role in GTMRx which works to optimize medication outcomes for patients through CMM.

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.

Financial Wellness: How to Invest in Your Future

Join us for a Well-being Wednesday conversation for our third installation of the financial wellness series. This series is a collaboration with the Section of Clinical Specialist and Scientists (SCSS) and the New Practitioners Forum (NPF) where we discuss areas of personal finance most pertinent to pharmacists and student pharmacists. In this episode, we discuss key strategies and tips for members who want to learn more about investing.  

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.

Catalyst for Healthcare Change – Pharmacists Leading Evidence Based Practice Advancement

In a rapidly changing healthcare system, keeping up with the evidence-based practice change is a challenging task for healthcare teams. Pharmacists have an opportunity to invest in system wide educational outreach to serve as agents of knowledge translation for high reliability organizations. Opportunities to adopt new practice patterns for antibiotic prescribing and address safe medication practices is knocking at the door for your 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.

Using the ASHP Practice Advancement Initiative (PAI) 2030 Self-Assessment Tool to Influence Practice Transformation

This podcast highlights the utility of the Practice Advancement Initiative (PAI) 2030 Self-Assessment Tool designed to help respondents determine how well their practice settings align with the PAI 2030 recommendations.  ASHP’s PAI 2030 provides pharmacy teams with guidance for advancing healthcare, patient outcomes, and pharmacy practice through 59 recommendations.  The PAI 2030 Self-Assessment Tool identifies areas for improvement and a list of priorities for implementing change can be developed.   

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.

Translating Data Into Action: Part 2

This mini-series will focus on how to get started in using data to drive decision-making, and highlight institutions with successful implementations. This podcast is intended to provide tips on how to begin selecting pharmacy metrics pertinent to improving workflow and outcomes for front-line staff.

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.

ISMP Targeted Medication Safety Best Practices for Hospitals #13 - Eliminate injectable promethazine from the formulary

The targeted medication safety best practice for hospitals #13, eliminating injectable promethazine from the formulary, will be discussed. Faculty will describe the process used at one health system to address this safety recommendation. Hear tips that you can apply to your 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.

Invest in Yourself: Raising Personal Financial Literacy: Part 2

This podcast will focus on personal financial literacy topics such as understanding retirement vehicles and how to make sure you are on track. This episode is the second release of a three-part series.

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.

Precepting and Developing Pharmacy Residents during a National Pandemic

Residency directors at an academic medical center will discuss precepting and developing their PGY1 and PGY2 residents during COVID-19. Speakers will share lessons learned during COVID-19 and strategies that will be carried forward to subsequent residency classes. Current PGY1 and PGY2 residents will discuss opportunities COVID-19 has afforded them and resiliency strategies employed. 

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.

ISMP Targeted Medication Safety Best Practices for Hospitals #3 - Weighing patients and using only metric units

Speakers will discuss ISMP Best Practice #3 regarding weighing patients and using only metric units. This best practice is to prevent inaccurate dosing that can lead to medication errors. The process used at one health system to implement these recommendations will be shared.

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.

Therapeutic Thursdays: An ‘As Needed’ Update on Asthma Treatment: Part II

Recent updates to asthma guidelines suggest that treatments may be used ‘as needed’ in certain patient populations. Additionally, newer monoclonal antibodies are providing an alternative to systemic glucocorticoids for severe asthma control and exacerbation prevention. The rapid release of multiple agents and changes to national/international guidelines requires a review of asthma management. 

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.