Curious about nuclear pharmacy as a career? Dr. Alvin Blackmon, with over 10 years of experience in nuclear pharmacy, provides a comprehensive overview of this specialized field. In this detailed conversation, you'll learn about the day-to-day responsibilities of nuclear pharmacists, from preparing radiopharmaceuticals at 5 AM to working with unique procedures like gastric emptying studies and white blood cell tagging. Discover the differences between hospital and commercial pharmacy settings, salary ranges ($140K-$200K), safety protocols, and the exact education requirements including the 700- hour authorized user certification. Whether you're a pharmacy student exploring specialties or a practicing pharmacist considering a career change, this episode covers everything from the pros and cons of different practice settings to actionable steps for breaking into this super niche field.

🔑 Key Things You'll Learn:

• Nuclear pharmacy basics: roles, $140K-$200K salaries, and career outlook
• Exact pathway to enter: 700-hour certification and training requirements
• Behind-the-scenes look at daily operations: 5 AM starts, unique procedures, and real responsibilities
• Real talk on radiation safety: exposure levels and actual risks explained
• Career fit assessment: schedule, personality traits, and work environments

Universities that Offer an Authorized Nuclear Pharmacist (ANP) Program/Track:

1. Purdue University (via Nuclear Education Online partnership)
2. University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (in partnership with UNM NEO)
3. University of Tennessee Health Science Center College of Pharmacy
4. University of New Mexico College of Pharmacy
5. University of Oklahoma College of Pharmacy

Connect with Dr. Alvin Blackmon: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alvin-blackmon-iii-pharmd-bcnp-540990122/

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This may be the most honest conversation about the pharmacy residency process you'll find on the internet. In this episode, you will learn how to position yourself as the candidate programs can't ignore. Learn how to build a competitive CV, secure powerful letters of recommendation, and craft compelling letters of intent. The goal is to match, but if you don't, we acknowledge how much it hurts — but also how to move forward. Two pharmacists from the #1 pharmacy school with a 96% match rate—share our completely different journeys: one matched and completed residency, the other went through ALL THREE phases and still didn't match. From two pharmacists who lived it, we're breaking down what really makes candidates competitive, the hidden mistakes that kill applications, and the strategic moves that can make or break your pharmacy career—with or without a residency. Whether you're planning to apply, currently in the process, or wondering if there's life after rejection, this episode will give you the roadmap to pharmacy success that no one else is talking about.

🔑 Key Things You'll Learn:

1. Who Should Pursue a Pharmacy Residency, Why It Matters, and When to Apply
2. The 4-Critical Component of a The Pharmacy Application
3. How to Stand Out From the Thousands of Applications
4. What Happens When You Don't Match & What to Do Next

Click to Read Savannah's Article " The Day I Didn't Match For A Pharmacy Residency"

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If you feel like the Medical Science Liaison role might be your calling - this episode is your masterclass. Dr. Savannah Duke shares her non-traditional journey to becoming a Medical Science Liaison (MSL), detailing the unique aspects of the role and what it truly takes to be successful. She discusses the day-to-day responsibilities and performance expectations, while also addressing the drawbacks to the role that usually don't get mentioned. But more importantly, she reveals the step-by-step interview process that stumps most candidates, including the scientific presentation that makes or breaks your chances and the behavioral questions that reveal your true potential. She even shares her biggest interview mistake and how it led to her eventual success. Breaking into this highly sought-after role is NOT easy, BUT, if you've got what it takes, this episode will show you exactly how to get there!

🔑 Key Things You'll Learn:

1. The MSL role, key responsibilities, and daily activities
2. What separates a successful MSL from a mediocre one
3. Free game on how to ACE each phase of the MSL Interview
4. Effective strategies for career advancement for the non-traditional candidate

Click to Read Savannah's Article " The Day I Didn't Match For A Pharmacy Residency"

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