Independent Insights, a Health Mart Podcast
Independent Insights, a Health Mart Podcast brings together independent pharmacy owners and other community pharmacy experts to inspire all pharmacy team members to not just survive, but thrive in building practices that cater to the needs of local communities. Plug in to hear ways to innovate patient care services and strengthen the overall health of your pharmacy business.
Plus, sharpen your clinical skills with GameChangers Clinical Conversations - a weekly pharmacotherapy podcast featuring the latest game-changing advances in patient care. New episodes arrive every Monday and are available for CE credit. Check the show notes for instructions on how to redeem your credit.
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Episodes
107 episodes
New Prescription Option for Fibromyalgia Treatment
Patients with fibromyalgia have waited more than a decade for a new therapeutic option, and a recent regulatory approval signals a shift for these patients. This episode reviews the clinical trial data, mechanism of action, dosing consideration...
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How OTC Pain Medications May Fuel Antibiotic Resistance
Pain relief medications like acetaminophen and ibuprofen are staples in everyday care—but emerging research suggests they may play a role in antibiotic resistance. This episode reviews recent findings, explores how these common drugs may influe...
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Navigating the Role of Leucovorin in Autism Care
Recent FDA actions have brought renewed attention to leucovorin as a potential treatment for managing symptoms associated with autism spectrum disorder. This course explores the clinical distinctions between autism and cerebral folate deficienc...
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Antibiotic Essentials - New Approvals and Clinical Refreshers
Pharmacists play a critical role in infectious disease care, and staying up to date on antibiotic therapies is key to ensuring optimal patient outcomes. This episode reviews recently FDA-approved antibiotics, offers a practical refresher on com...
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Episode 19: Your Pharmacy, Your Voice: Why HR 3164 (ECAPS) Needs You
In this episode of Independent Insights, host Suzanne Feeney sits down with Josh Babb, Senior Director of Government Relations at McKesson, to unpack H.R. 3164, the Ensuring Community Access to Pharmacist Services Act (ECAPS). This bip...
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Pharmacy's Role with Long-Acting Injectable Medications
Discover the benefits of implementing a long-acting injectable (LAI) service at your pharmacy practice site and the impact this service can have on patient care and outcomes. Listen to this week’s episode and learn how to elevate your pharmacy ...
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Opioid Use in Palliative and End-of-Life Care
Opioids remain a cornerstone of palliative care for patients with serious illnesses like cancer, yet their use is often misunderstood, undertreated, or approached with unnecessary hesitation. This episode explores what pharmacists need to know ...
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RSV Vaccines vs. Monoclonal Antibodies
Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) continues to pose a serious health threat—particularly to infants, older adults, and immunocompromised individuals—making it critical for pharmacy professionals to stay up to date on prevention and treatment op...
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GLP-1 Therapy and Ocular Disorders
GLP-1 receptor agonists have revolutionized the treatment of diabetes and obesity, but recent data suggest a potential link to a higher risk of various ocular disorders, especially with long-term use. This episode reviews the findings of these ...
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The Impact of Timing on Heart Failure Treatment Success
Heart failure remains a leading cause of hospitalization, prompting ongoing research into treatment strategies that improve outcomes for patients. A recent study explores the potential of combining an MRA agent and SGLT2 inhibitor, showing mean...
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Acetaminophen and Autism
As questions continue to surface about the potential link between prenatal acetaminophen use and autism spectrum disorder, pharmacists must be prepared to address patient concerns with confidence and clarity. This episode explores the current b...
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Episode 18: MTF Enrollment: What Pharmacies Need to Know Before November 15
Under the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA), government-negotiated drug prices for high Medicare spend drugs will take effect on January 1, 2026. Pharmacies must enroll with the CMS Medicare Transaction Facilitator (MTF) to receive manufacturer ref...
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Epinephrine Injection vs. Inhaler Use in Allergic Reactions
Allergic reactions can range from a bothersome nuisance to a life-threatening emergency, making it crucial for pharmacists to stay informed about current treatment options and best practices. This episode discusses common triggers, effective th...
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Your Guide to New and Noteworthy Medications
With numerous new medications launching each year, pharmacists play a vital role in translating complex drug information into practical, patient-centered care. This episode offers a brief overview of select FDA-approved drugs from the past year...
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Episode 17: From Aisles to Action: Welcoming Legislators into Your Pharmacy
Ever wondered what it’s really like to invite and host a legislator at your Pharmacy?In this episode of Independent Insights, we sit down with Shannon Tesini, a Certified Pharmacy Technician and passionate pharmacy advocate, to ...
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What's New from the FDA and Why It Matters
The FDA remains a powerful driver of change in pharmacy practice through its approvals, policies, and public health actions. This episode highlights timely FDA developments and emerging areas of focus that pharmacists need to be aware of—from r...
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The Pharmacist's Role in Cancer Survivorship
As more patients live beyond cancer treatment, survivorship care is becoming an essential—but often overlooked—part of the healthcare journey. This episode explores how pharmacists can support survivors through medication management, mental hea...
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35:17
Fall Prevention Tips for Pharmacy Practice
Falls are a leading cause of injury and death in older adults, and pharmacists are in a key position to help prevent them. This episode highlights how to identify medication risks, share practical prevention strategies, and connect patients wit...
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Timely Updates in Pharmacy-Delivered Immunization Services
With shifting policies, payment models, and an unpredictable respiratory virus landscape, pharmacy teams need more than clinical updates to prepare for the upcoming immunization season. This episode explores key issues shaping immunizatio...
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Episode 16: Creating Pharmacy’s Future
The Future Is Now: APhA President Randy McDonough on Leading Change in Independent PharmacyWhat does the future of independent pharmacy look like—and how do we get there?In this powerful episode of Independent Insights<...
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What Should Pharmacists Know about Low-Dose Naltrexone?
Low-dose naltrexone (LDN) is generating growing interest as a potential therapy for conditions such as chronic pain and immune-related disorders. This episode offers a foundational overview of what LDN is, how it’s thought to work, where curren...
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Regulatory Essentials for Safe and Compliant Compounding
Compounded medications serve a critical role in meeting patient-specific needs, but compliance is essential to ensure safety and quality. This episode covers what pharmacists need to know about documentation, prescription validity, beyond-use d...
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35:49
Addressing the Challenge of Uncontrolled Hypertension
Uncontrolled hypertension continues to drive cardiovascular risk and remains a major gap in chronic disease management. This episode discusses what pharmacists need to know to support treatment adherence, identify therapeutic gaps, and address ...
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38:03
OTC STI Kits Supporting Patients and Expanding Access to Care
With sexually transmitted infection (STI) rates continuing to rise, over-the-counter testing kits are expanding access to care, and pharmacists are well-positioned to support their safe and effective use. This episode explores key facts about a...
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Pain Management Tips and Updates for Pharmacists
Pharmacists are key partners in helping patients navigate the challenges of managing pain safely and effectively. This episode covers practical strategies for counseling, identifying potential concerns in therapy, and supporting appropriate tre...
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