Expert Interviews

Experts discuss the evolving landscape of pharmacy through technological advancements, professional development, and advocacy.

Kari Franson, PharmD, PhD, BCPP, senior associate dean for academic and student affairs and professor of clinical pharmacy at the University of Southern California, discusses the risk factors and considerations for cannabis use disorder.

Tom DePietro, PharmD, owner of DePietro's Pharmacy, highlights how their pharmacy leveraged social media, providing daily updates that were both educational and engaging.

Lauren Angelo, PharmD, associate dean for academic affairs at Rosalind Franklin University, explains common misconceptions and myths about vaccines.

Kari Franson, PharmD, PhD, BCPP, senior associate dean for academic and student affairs and professor of clinical pharmacy at the University of Southern California, discusses the risks associated with cannabis use.

Lindsey Miller, PharmD, clinical assistant professor of pharmacy practice at the University of Mississippi, discusses how pharmacists can help patients understand and effectively use continuous glucose monitoring.

Tom DePietro, PharmD, owner of DePietro's Pharmacy, discusses how his pharmacy served their community during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Kelly Goode, PharmD, BCPS, FAPhA, FCCP, professor in the department of pharmacotherapy and outcomes science at Virginia Commonwealth University, discusses the current landscape of immunization recommendations.

Experts discuss what they learned at the American Pharmacists Association Annual Meeting and Exposition 2025.

Jasmine Cutler, PharmD, CPh, assistant professor in the department of pharmacy practice at the Taneja College of Pharmacy, discusses role of education and accessibility in reproductive health.

Susan Cornell, PharmD, CDCES, FAPhA, FADCES, associate director of experiential education at the College of Pharmacy at Midwestern University, also addresses personalized care and the expanding responsibilities of pharmacists.

Susan Cornell, PharmD, CDCES, FAPhA, FADCES, associate director of experiential education at the College of Pharmacy at Midwestern University, discusses recent advancements in diabetes care.

In the evolving landscape of community pharmacy, the Prescription Shoppe emerged as a beacon of resilience and patient-centered care during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Jade Ranger, co-owner and pharmacist of the Prescription Shoppe, discusses how her pharmacy put patients first during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Alisha Reed, PharmD, founder of Your Self Care Prescription, LLC, discussed how pharmacists can implement wellness programs to reduce burnout.

Mark Garofoli, PharmD, BCGP, CPE, director of experiential learning at West Virginia University, discusses the potential of psuychedelic therapy in pharmacy.

Emily Leppien, PharmD, BCPS, BCPP, clinical associate professor of pharmacy practice at Binghamton University, discusses identifying potential red flags for substance use disorder.

Jeffrey Gudin, MD, faculty in the department of anesthesiology and pain management at the University of Miami, said topical analgesics are safer alternatives to systemic medications.

Darcy Aslett, PharmD, residency program director for PGY-1 community-based residency at St. Luke's Health System, discusses clinical services in pharmacies for underserved patients.

Ravi Patel, PharmD, MBA, MS, lead innovation advisor in the School of Pharmacy at the University of Pittsburgh, discusses challenges with new technology and the future of artificial intelligence in pharmacy.

Elizabeth Pogge, PharmD, professor in the College of Pharmacy at Midwestern University, discusses the safety and efficacy of anticoagulation for this population.

Ravi Patel, PharmD, MBA, MS, lead innovation advisor in the School of Pharmacy at the University of Pittsburgh, explains how artificial intelligence can be used in pharmacy.

Elizabeth Pogge, PharmD, professor in the College of Pharmacy at Midwestern University, discusses initiating anticoagulation for older adults as well as the risk-benefit balance of the therapy.

Sally Arif, PharmD, professor in the College of Pharmacy at Midwestern University, discusses how pharmacists can effectively communicate with diverse patients.

Jade Ranger, PharmD, co-owner and pharmacist at the Prescription Shoppe, discussed administering vaccines during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Pharmacists play a critical role in public education, and the potential for expanding clinical services is evident.

Jade Ranger, PharmD, discusses her experiences during the COVID-19 pandemic as one of the first pharmacies to receive the COVID-19 vaccines.

Jeffery Goad, PharmD, MPH, president of the National Foundation for Infectious Diseases, reflects on the COVID-19 pandemic 5 years later.

Pharmacists are resilient, community-focused professionals who played a pivotal role in navigating the unprecedented challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic.

With minimal pharmacological treatments coming to market for chronic pain, researchers have explored new technologies for advancing pain treatment across the globe.