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Pharmacy Podcast Network (PPN) is the world’s largest network of podcasts dedicated to the pharmacy professional and industry insiders. Our content is about dynamic people in the pharmacy industry making a difference and delivering the best pharmacy care. We have over 40+ podcasts with thousands of interviews.

Pharmacists are the cornerstone of healthcare, and the PPN reflects that. From Community, LTC, Specialty Pharmacy to Drug Development, Government policy and DigitalHealth, we cover it all. Partner with us to connect with thousands of daily listeners and find the right pharmacist across various specialties and topics, ensuring your products and services resonate where it matters most. We build strong audio brands through Pharmacists who see patients almost 9x more than primary care.

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  • Evolution of Functional Pharmacy & Supportive Conferences | TWIRx

    Evolution of Functional Pharmacy & Supportive Conferences | TWIRx
    Nov 13 2026
    Friday, November 13, 2026 The Future of Pharmacy: Clinical Innovation, Closures & a New Kind of Conference Welcome to This Week in Pharmacy, where we bring you the headlines, innovations, and conversations shaping the future of pharmacy care. Today's episode is sponsored by Independent Pharmacy Cooperative (IPC), supporting the strength and sustainability of independent community pharmacies, and Finch Marketing, helping pharmacy businesses communicate their value, strengthen their brands, and connect with their communities. This week, we're covering major FDA safety developments, the continued disappearance of community pharmacies, a potentially transformative Medicare payment model, and two important new drug approvals. Then we're joined by a true pioneer in functional pharmacy, Robert Kress, RPh, to discuss a new kind of pharmacy conference and why the future of the profession may depend on rethinking how pharmacists learn, collaborate, and practice. Segment 1 — Vox Top 5 Pharmacy News 1. FDA Adds New GLP-1 Safety Warnings The FDA is requiring updated labeling for GLP-1 receptor agonists, including medications used for diabetes and obesity, over a potential increased risk of a rare eye condition called non-arteritic anterior ischemic optic neuropathy, or NAION. An FDA review of 126 clinical trials identified 6.4 cases per 100,000 patient-years among GLP-1 users versus 3.8 among comparator patients. The condition can cause sudden, painless vision loss. Although the absolute risk is low, pharmacists must be prepared to counsel patients, recognize symptoms, and coordinate timely medical evaluation. Source: FDA Drug Safety Communication 2. More Than 3,000 U.S. Pharmacies Disappear New research published in the Journal of the American Pharmacists Association reveals that between 2022 and 2024: 7,240 community pharmacies closed.4,178 new locations opened.The country experienced a net loss of 3,062 pharmacies. Chain pharmacies represented approximately 2,680 of those net losses, with independents accounting for 382. Declining reimbursement, PBM practices, and changing retail economics continue to place tremendous pressure on pharmacy access. Source: Drug Topics — Pharmacy Closures 3. Medicare ACCESS Model Opens New Clinical Opportunities CMS's ACCESS Model represents an important shift toward outcome-based reimbursement for chronic disease management. The program supports technology-enabled care for conditions including diabetes, hypertension, chronic pain, and behavioral health. Participating organizations must meet Medicare enrollment, clinical oversight, and other program requirements. It is not automatic reimbursement for every pharmacist. NCPA leadership sees potential opportunities for community pharmacies to participate in new clinical care delivery models. Sources: CMS ACCESS Model | Drug Topics — NCPA Interview 4. FDA Approves First Factor XIa Inhibitor for Stroke Prevention The FDA approved Sunharbo (asundexian), a new Factor XIa inhibitor used alongside antiplatelet therapy for certain adults following ischemic stroke or high-risk transient ischemic attack. Results from the OCEANIC-STROKE trial demonstrated a 26% relative reduction in ischemic stroke risk. The approval introduces an important new mechanism in secondary stroke prevention. Source: FDA Approval Announcement 5. FDA Approves New Treatment for Rare Joint Tumors The FDA approved Pimjetmi (pimicotinib) for certain adults with symptomatic tenosynovial giant cell tumors when surgery could cause serious complications or functional limitations. The oral therapy achieved a 56% response rate compared with 3.2% for placebo in the Phase III MANEUVER trial. Patients experienced improvements in pain, joint mobility, and physical functioning. The treatment requires appropriate clinical monitoring, including for liver toxicity. Source: FDA Approval Segment 2 — Special Guest: Robert Kress, RPh The Functional Pharmacy Godfather: A New Kind of Pharmacy Conference Introduction For decades, pharmacists have been trained to understand medications, disease states, and treatment protocols. But increasingly, pharmacists are recognizing that truly personalized healthcare requires a broader understanding of lifestyle, nutrition, metabolic health, and the underlying factors influencing patient outcomes. Our special guest today is Robert Kress, RPh, a pioneer in functional pharmacy, educator, coach, and creator of Orientation-Based Medicine. Robert has dedicated his work to helping pharmacists expand their clinical thinking and develop more meaningful, patient-centered practices. Today, we're talking about a new kind of pharmacy conference, one focused on more than traditional education. We're discussing building community, changing clinical perspectives, and preparing pharmacists for an evolving healthcare marketplace. The Evolution of Functional Pharmacy & Supportive Conferences Guest Resource: https://www.functionalpharmacy.com/ Special thanks to ...
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    36 mins
  • We Are Main Street! NCPA 2026 Annual Conference Rewind | Part Three

    We Are Main Street! NCPA 2026 Annual Conference Rewind | Part Three
    Nov 12 2026

    Hosted live in Kansas City, MO – the NCPA held their annual conference this year from October 3rd to the 6th! The Pharmacy Podcast Network brings you this exclusive coverage from within the YARAL Pharma booth, where Todd Eury, Host and CEO of the PPN, talks to vendors, pharmacy owners, and longtime friends in the industry. Listen in as we capture the best moments in conversation at this year's Community Pharmacy Super Bowl, the NCPA 2026 Annual Conference.

    Thank you to HendrenAI for sponsoring this episode of the NCPA 2026 Rewind!

    https://hendren.ai/

    In this episode, we hear from:

    John Boos - CEO of HendrenAI

    Brad Tice - RxGenomics ExactMeds

    Lucas Morgan & Esq Dae Lee - Buchanan Ingersoll & Rooney PC

    Emlah Tubuo, PharmD

    Ken Thai, PharmD - 986 Pharmacies

    Matt Gilbert - Medsense

    Scott Wittnebel - Independent Pharmacy Cooperative (IPC)

    Preston Davis, CPhT-Adv - RxTechExam

    Bill Eley - American Pharmacy Cooperative, Inc. (APCI)
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    1 hr and 6 mins
  • Honoring Their Service, Advancing Their Care, Protecting Their Future | Veterans Pharmacy Care Summit Podcast Series

    Honoring Their Service, Advancing Their Care, Protecting Their Future | Veterans Pharmacy Care Summit Podcast Series
    Nov 11 2026

    This Veterans Day, the Pharmacy Podcast Network proudly honors the extraordinary men and women who have served our nation with the premiere of the Veterans Pharmacy Care Summit Podcast Series.

    Our veterans answered the call to serve our country. Now it's our responsibility to answer the call to serve them.

    The annual Veterans Pharmacy Care Summit brings together healthcare professionals, pharmacy innovators, industry leaders, policymakers, and veterans' advocates around one critical mission: improving access to quality healthcare, expanding medication access, and ensuring that no veteran is left behind because of barriers in our healthcare system.

    Recorded during our Second Annual Veterans Pharmacy Care Summit in Washington, Pennsylvania, this special series explores opportunities to strengthen collaboration between the VA healthcare system, community pharmacies, and emerging healthcare innovators.

    Our Veterans Day premiere features an outstanding lineup of special guests:

    • Jesse McCullough, PharmD — Pharmacy leadership and veteran-centered healthcare advocacy
    • Carmelo Montalvo — CEO, Aethl Bio, discussing innovations in wound care
    • Stephen Beckman — CEO, YARAL Pharma, addressing medication access and healthcare partnerships
    • Pennsylvania State Representative Bud Cook — Representing the 50th Legislative District, discussing the importance of supporting veterans and strengthening healthcare access in our communities

    From innovative treatment options and medication accessibility to the essential role of independent community pharmacies, these conversations challenge us to rethink how America cares for those who have sacrificed so much.

    Veterans deserve more than our gratitude. They deserve access, advocacy, innovation, and a healthcare system worthy of their service.

    On this Veterans Day, we thank every veteran, every military family, and every healthcare professional dedicated to serving those who served.

    Welcome to the Veterans Pharmacy Care Summit Podcast Series, hosted by Todd Eury on the Pharmacy Podcast Network.

    Because serving those who served should never end.
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    31 mins
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