pharmaphorum

DECEMBER 6, 2018

Overview: Communication; we all do it, it is a critical part of effective business practice and in this pharma is no exception. It is no secret that for pharma companies, face time with healthcare professionals (HCPs) has reduced drastically over the last 10 years while the cost of in person engagements has increased significantly. Like any customer their expectations for the content they receive have changed, with a focus on useful, succinct and easy to consume materials rather than the sales m

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Med Ed 101

DECEMBER 30, 2018

Preparing for the BCGP Exam was apparently very difficult for pharmacists in 2018. The Spring 2018 results revealed a pass rate of 43%. I anticipated that it would at least be a little higher in the Fall of 2018, but I was wrong. The pass rate for the fall testing period was actually 39%! Don’t […]. The post Preparing for the BCGP Exam – Why Are People Failing?

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Med Ed 101

DECEMBER 26, 2018

Orthostasis risk with SGLT-2 Inhibitors is a potential minor concern, particularly in our geriatric population. While a drop in blood pressure can be a good thing for a significant chunk of diabetes patients, that potential modest drop can lead to an increased risk of adverse effects as well. Here’s the case of assessing orthostasis risk […].

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Med Ed 101

DECEMBER 23, 2018

Weight loss is a challenging problem in geriatrics and can be multifactorial. There are numerous disease states that can cause weight loss and we often rely on our physician colleagues to be on the top of their game when it comes to identifying those. Common diseases that might contribute to weight loss include; cancer, infections, […]. The post Med Review: Weight Loss 30 pounds in 3 months appeared first on Med Ed 101.

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Speaker: Chris Antypas and Josh Halladay

Access to limited distribution drugs and payer contracts are key to pharmacy expansion. But how do you prepare your operations to take the next step? Meaningful data: Collect and share clinical data regarding outcomes, utilization, and more Reporting: Limited distribution models require efficient tracking and reporting systems Workflows: Align workflows with specific pharma and payer contractual requirements For in-depth, expert insights on pharmacy expansion, watch this webinar from Inovalon.

Med Ed 101

DECEMBER 16, 2018

I was unable to attend ASHP Midyear 2018 and was honestly a little sad about it. Last year I shared some of my experiences. I love learning things and connecting with old friends. While I was unable to make it, I’m always interested to hear what’s going on. Ashlee Klevens Hayes was willing to share […]. The post Some Midyear Magic: A quick recap of ASHP Midyear 2018 Conference, Anaheim, CA appeared first on Med Ed 101.

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Med Ed 101

DECEMBER 12, 2018

There’s a ton of information and advice out there on the NAPLEX. A simple Google search will get you a variety of comments, mentions, blog posts, and other information on studying for the NAPLEX. I wonder what it would be like if anyone actually reviewed some of this data? The pharmacist and researcher in me […]. The post Studying For The NAPLEX?

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