In this episode of Geriatric Pharmacy Focus, we welcome back Dr. Thomas Dayspring for an in-depth discussion on lipoprotein(a). We explore what it is, how to test for it, available treatment options, and the pharmacist's role in raising awareness for this genetic cardiovascular risk factor.The information presented in this podcast is intended for general kno ... Show More
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Grow, Know, and Optimize: Insights from Outcomes Ambassadors | Outcomes®
<p>Tune in as Jon Grice, Steve Maki, Emily Byrne, and Austin Wang share their experiences with Outcomes—along with personal stories about what inspired them to enter the pharmacy field and why they’re passionate about the profession.</p>
23m 28s
Oct 2023
The FDA: A Spoonful of Safety Makes The Medicine Go Down
On this week's episode of the pod, we are talking about a drug that's been available for decades but is suddenly being pulled from shelves: phenylephrine (something you've probably reached for when you've been congested). We bring on an expert, Dr. Mikkael Sekeres, a Professor of ... Show More
52m 15s
Mar 2024
What Every Medical Student Should Know About Integrative Medicine
Have you heard of the specialty of integrative medicine? What is it, and how does an integrative medicine physician care for their patients? In this episode, Ria interviews Dr. Chiti Parikh, who is board certified in integrative medicine and is the executive director of the Integ ... Show More
31m 48s
Feb 2025
Lipid Drugs: Part 1
<p>Lipid Drugs: Part 1</p>
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<p>Guest: Alicia A. Mickow, APRN, C.N.P., M.S.N</p>
<p>Host: Stephen L. Kopecky, M.D.</p>
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<p>In Part 1 of this two-part series, listeners will learn the challenges of managing patients who are statin-intolerant, the range of available ... Show More
11m 15s
Jun 2020
Covid-19 update: Cardiovascular disease, testing, social distancing and shielding, and dexamethasone
Kieran Walsh, clinical director at BMJ, asks editors from BMJ Learning and BMJ Best Practice to summarise the latest clinical guidance related to covid-19. Emma Scott discusses the latest guidance on cardiovascular disease. And Matt Castleden updates us on NHS Test and Trace, shi ... Show More
11m 12s