Medication Talk - Expert Insights on Drug Therapy & Patient Care
An official podcast of TRC Healthcare, home of Pharmacist’s Letter, Prescriber Insights, and other trusted clinical resources. It discusses current topics impacting medication therapy and patient care. The podcast offers CE credit for healthcare professionals through the TRC Healthcare platform.
Episodes
Urinary Tract Infection Pharmacotherapy
Listen in as our expert panel unpacks updated definitions of complicated vs. uncomplicated urinary tract infections, navigates antibiotic selection and duration, and shares the latest evidence-based strategies to stop recurrent UTIs in their tracks.Special guests:Dana Bowers, PharmD, BCPS, BCIDPAssociate ProfessorWashington State UniversityAkshith Dass, PharmD, MPH, BCPS, BCIDPAssistant Professor
Managing Menopausal Symptoms
Listen in as our expert panel covers the latest evidence on using menopausal hormone therapy and nonhormonal options for treatment of vasomotor symptoms (hot flashes, etc). You’ll also hear experts discuss treatments for genitourinary symptoms (vaginal dryness, etc) as well as low libido and brain fog.Special guests:Veronica Vernon, PharmD, BCPS, BCACP, MSCP, FAPhA Associate Professor, Chair of Ph
GLP-1 Agonists: Clinical Conundrums
Listen in as our expert panel tackles real-world questions about GLP-1 agonists, from starting them and setting expectations with patients to strategies for switching agents. You’ll also hear them review key considerations to limit muscle loss with GLP-1 agonist use and discuss why some patients hit a plateau or don’t respond to GLP-1 agonists.Special guests:Jennifer N. Clements, PharmD, FCCP, FAD
Putting Antimicrobial Stewardship Into Practice
Listen in as our expert panel reviews important concepts behind antimicrobial stewardship along with tips to help limit unnecessary antimicrobial use.Special guests:Madeline King, PharmD, MPH, BCIDPCo-Director, Outpatient Antimicrobial StewardshipCooper University Health CareAssistant Professor of MedicineCooper Medical School at Rowan UniversityMichael A. Deaney, PharmD, AAHIVPInfectious Diseases
BONUS: More Notable New Meds of 2025
In this bonus episode of Medication Talk, join us as we revisit our Notable New Meds of 2025 webinar and highlight two medications that didn’t make it into the main podcast—both newly approved antibiotics with important implications for clinical practice.Listen in as our editors take a deeper look at:Gepotidacin (Blujepa) for uncomplicated urinary tract infectionsAztreonam/avibactam (Emblaveo) for
Notable New Meds of 2025
Listen in as our editors discuss several novel drugs approved in 2025, including two new eye drops, a new topical for chronic hand eczema, and an oral nonhormonal option for patients with menopausal hot flashes. They’ll review efficacy, safety, and considerations for use with these new treatment options.Aceclidine 1.44% Drops (Vizz) for PresbyopiaAcoltremon 0.003% Drops (Tryptyr) for Dry EyeDelgoc
BONUS: Smoking and Vaping Cessation Conversations
In this bonus episode of Medication Talk, join us for an extended conversation with our expert panel as we go beyond the original webinar and podcast episode to share brand-new insights and never-before-heard content.Listen in as we dive deeper into practical strategies for starting conversations with patients about tobacco use, plus additional perspectives on nicotine’s effects and health risks,
Smoking and Vaping Cessation
Listen in as our expert panel discusses evidence-based approaches to help patients quit smoking, vaping, and using other nicotine products. You’ll gain practical insights on medication selection, combination strategies, and tailored approaches for helping patients break free from nicotine addiction.Special guest:Robin Corelli, PharmD, CTTS, FCSHPProfessor of Clinical PharmacySchool of PharmacyUniv
Considerations with Oral Oncology Meds
Listen in as our expert panel discusses critical aspects of managing patients on oral cancer therapies. Our experts review tips for optimizing patient care and share best practices for handling these specialized medications.Special guests:Jill Cassaday, BPharm, PharmD, BCPS, BCOPClinical Pharmacist Specialist – Multiple MyelomaBanner MD Anderson Cancer CenterSamuel Snowaert, PharmD, BCOP, MBAClini
Pet Meds Unleashed: Keeping Furry Patients Safe
Listen in as our expert panel explores the clinical challenges of veterinary pharmacology, discussing medications, supplements, and inactive ingredients that can be dangerous to pets. You’ll hear practical dispensing and safety guidance, along with evidence-based strategies to help pharmacists protect animal patients from accidental exposure to human medications.Special guests:Alexandria Gochenaue
Biosimilars in Action
Listen in as we discuss considerations, challenges, and strategies related to the use and switching of biosimilars in clinical practice. You’ll hear communication tips to address patient and prescriber concerns as well as operational considerations for integrating biosimilars into practice. Special guests:Bharati Bhardwaja, PharmD, BCPS, LSSBBRheumatology Clinical Pharmacy SpecialistKaiser Perma
Meds After Acute Coronary Syndrome
Listen in as our expert panel discusses the latest recommendations for managing medications after heart attacks and other cardiac events. You’ll hear our panelists review which antiplatelets to use, the optimal blood pressure meds, and the role of statin and non-statin cholesterol meds.Special guests:Danielle Blais, PharmD, FCCP, BCCP, BCPSCardiology Lead Specialty Practice PharmacistRichard M. Ro
HIV Prevention: A Guide to PrEP and PEP
Listen in as we explore the latest pharmacologic strategies for HIV prevention—before and after exposure. Our expert panel breaks down key considerations for PrEP and PEP, including indications, drug selection, dosing, and monitoring.Special guests:Caitlin Prather, PharmD, BCACP, AAHIVPClinical Pharmacy Specialist, Ambulatory CareInova Health SystemMichael A. Deaney, PharmD, AAHIVPInfectious Disea
Antidepressant Insights
Listen in as our expert panel discusses practical considerations for starting and optimizing antidepressants for treating depression and anxiety. You’ll listen to panelists cover various aspects of antidepressant use, such as serotonin syndrome, QT prolongation, and weight gain concerns.Special guests:Tammie Lee Demler, BS, PharmD, MBA, BCGP, BCPP Director of Pharmacy and Residency Programs, New
Meds for Alzheimer Dementia
Listen in as our expert panel discusses medications for the treatment of Alzheimer dementia. They'll review the risks and benefits of cholinesterase inhibitors, memantine, and the anti-amyloid monoclonal antibodies. And you’ll hear strategies for managing behavioral and psychological symptoms of dementia. Special guests:Tatyana Gurvich, PharmD, BCGP, APhAssociate Professor of Clinical Pha
Medications for Opioid Use Disorder
Listen in as our expert panel discusses medications for management of opioid use disorder. They’ll review strategies to optimize buprenorphine use and clarify the role of methadone and naltrexone.Special guest:Tyler J. Varisco, PharmD, PhDUniversity of Houston College of Pharmacy Assistant Professor, Department of Pharmaceutical Health Outcomes and PolicyAssistant Director, The PREMIER CenterYou’l
Cardiovascular Impact of Diabetes Meds
Listen in as our expert panel discusses which diabetes meds have cardiovascular (CV) benefits. We’ll review the evidence and discuss the pros and cons of SGLT2 inhibitors (dapagliflozin, empagliflozin, etc) and GLP-1 agonists (dulaglutide, semaglutide, etc) in patients with or at risk for CV disease.Special Guests:Lauren G. Pamulapati, PharmD, BCACPAssociate Professor, Ambulatory CareVirginia Com
Bronchitis and Pneumonia Treatment
In this episode, listen in as our expert panel digs into identifying and treating acute bronchitis and community-acquired pneumonia. They’ll discuss when antibiotics are appropriate, which antibiotics to use, and other management tips.You’ll also hear practical advice from panelists on TRC’s Editorial Advisory Board:Stephen Carek, MD, CAQSM, DipABLM, Program Director for the Prisma Health/USC Scho
Notable New Meds of 2024
In this episode, TRC Healthcare editors, Sara Klockars, PharmD, BCPS, and Stephen Small, PharmD, BCPS, BCPPS, BCCCP, CNSC, discuss notable new meds of 2024. Listen in as our editors discuss several novel drugs approved in 2024...and highlight some medications now available in a new dosage form. They’ll review efficacy, safety, and considerations for use with these new treatment options. None of t
Natural Medicines Highlights
In this episode, TRC Healthcare editors, Sara Klockars, PharmD, BCPS, and Stephen Small, PharmD, BCPS, BCPPS, BCCCP, CNSC, tackle the topic of Natural Medicines. Listen in as they define what natural medicines are... and discuss the safety and efficacy of several natural medicines, including ashwagandha, berberine, and turmeric. They’ll also discuss how to navigate discussions with patients about
Immunization Updates 2024
Special guest Jean-Venable “Kelly” R. Goode, PharmD, BCPS, FAPhA, FCCP, Professor and Director of the Community-Based Residency Program at the Virginia Commonwealth University School of Pharmacy, join(s) us to talk about immunizations.Listen in as we discuss the latest COVID-19, influenza, and RSV vaccine recommendations and answer some common questions about giving vaccines.You’ll also hear pract
Cultural Competency in Healthcare
Special guest Stephen Carek, MD, CAQSM, DipABLM, Program Director for the Prisma Health/USC School of Medicine Greenville Family Medicine Residency Program and Clinical Associate Professor at the University of South Carolina School of Medicine, Greenville, joins us to talk about cultural competency in healthcare.Listen in as we discuss cultural differences and how biases can lead to disparities in
Implicit Bias in Healthcare
Special guest Stephen Carek, MD, CAQSM, DipABLM, Program Director for the Prisma Health/USC School of Medicine Greenville Family Medicine Residency Program and Clinical Associate Professor at the University of South Carolina School of Medicine, Greenville, joins us to talk about implicit bias in healthcare.Listen in as we discuss the differences between implicit and explicit bias and how biases ca
Asthma and COPD Treatment
Special guest Lori A. Wilken, PharmD, FCCP, BCACP, NCTTP, AE-C, Clinical Assistant Professor in the Department of Pharmacy Practice at the University of Illinois, Chicago, joins us to talk about Asthma and COPD treatment.Listen in as we discuss answers to your big questions about treatment of asthma and COPD. You’ll also hear practical advice from panelists on TRC’s Editorial Advisory Board:Stephe
Precepting: Helping Learners Succeed
In this episode, listen in as our expert panelists discuss tips for creating successful learning experiences for students and residents. We’ll review various teaching tools and summarize strategies for incorporating learners into your practice. We’ll also discuss different approaches for providing meaningful feedback and managing challenging situations with learners.Our panel for this conversatio
Specialty Meds: Navigating Barriers
In this episode, listen in as our expert panel discusses the challenges and solutions for ensuring access to specialty medications, including how social determinants of health play a role and strategies to overcome barriers caused by these factors.Our panel for this conversation includes: Laura Sosinski, PharmD, MBA, BCPS; Pharmacy Manager, Walgreens Specialty Pharmacy; PGY1 Community Pharmacy Res
Pharmacotherapy for Anxiety and Depression
Special guest Marshall E. Cates, PharmD, BCPP, FASHP, FCCP, FALSHP, Professor of Pharmacy Practice from the McWhorter School of Pharmacy at Samford University joins us to talk about pharmacotherapy for anxiety and depression.Listen in as we discuss pharmacotherapy for managing generalized anxiety disorder and major depression, with a focus on tailoring first- or second-line options to individual p
Opioids: Strategies for Safe Use
Special guest Jeffrey Bratberg, PharmD, FAPhA, Clinical Professor of Pharmacy Practice from the University of Rhode Island joins us to talk about opioid safety.Listen in as we discuss strategies for reducing risks with opioid use, including safe opioid dosing and identifying risky med combos. And you’ll hear a review of the different opioid overdose reversal options as well as important counselin
Medication Safety Across Healthcare Teams
In this episode, TRC Healthcare staff members, Pam Piotrowski BSP, RPh, MBA, Product Manager for Pharmacist’s Letter & Prescriber Insights, and Mary Franks, MSN, APRN-FPA, FNP-C, Lead Nurse Planner with NetCE discuss practical strategies to promote medication safety across healthcare teams.None of the speakers have anything to disclose. TRC Healthcare offers CE credit for this podcast. Log in
Diabetes Treatment Updates
Featured panelist Craig D. Williams, PharmD, FNLA, BCPS, Clinical Professor of Pharmacy Practice at the Oregon Health and Science University joins us to talk about diabetes treatment updates.Listen in as we discuss management of type 2 diabetes, including overcoming hurdles with metformin, GLP-1 agonists, and SGLT2 inhibitors.You’ll also hear practical advice from a panelist on TRC’s Editorial Adv
Meds for Obesity and Weight Loss
Special guest Jennifer N. Clements, PharmD, FCCP, FADCES, BCPS, CDCES, BCACP, BC-ADM, Clinical Professor and Director of Pharmacy Education from the University of South Carolina College of Pharmacy joins us to talk about meds for obesity and weight loss.Listen in as they discuss management of overweight and obesity, including the role of newer injectable medications, oral options, and lifestyle c
Rx and OTC Oral Contraceptives
Special guest Sarah E. Stumbar, MD, MPH, Assistant Dean for Clinical Education, Office of Medical Education and Associate Professor of Family Medicine, Department of Medical Education from the Herbert Wertheim College of Medicine, Florida International University joins us to talk about oral contraceptives.Listen in as our expert panel discusses safety and efficacy of combined oral contraceptives a
First-Line Meds for Hypertension
Special guest Luke Laffin, MD, FACC, the Co-Director, Center for Blood Pressure Disorders with the Department of Cardiovascular Medicine at the Cleveland Clinic joins us to talkabout first-line meds for hypertension.Listen in as they discuss nuances regarding selection of a first-line medication for the treatment of hypertension.You’ll also hear practical advice from panelists on TRC’s Editorial A
Vaccine FAQs
Special guest Shana Castillo, PharmD, MBA, RPh, Associate Professor of Pharmacy Practice at Creighton University’s School of Pharmacy and Health Professions joins us to talk about vaccinations.Listen in as they discuss the latest recommendations for COVID-19 and influenza vaccinations, along with options to prevent respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), and practical approaches for giving multiple vac
Managing Chronic Coronary Disease
Special guest Dave L. Dixon, PharmD, FACC, FAHA, FCCP, FNLA, BCACP, CDCES, CLS, the Nancy L. and Ronald H. McFarlane Professor of Pharmacy and Chair of the Department of Pharmacotherapy & Outcomes Science at the Virginia Commonwealth University School of Pharmacy, joins us to talk about chronic coronary disease.Listen in as he discusses the management of chronic coronary disease with a focus o
Flu Vaccine Updates
Special guests Lauren B. Angelo, PharmD, MBA from the Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science and Jean-Venable “Kelly” R. Goode, PharmD, BCPS, FAPhA, FCCP from the Virginia Commonwealth University School of Pharmacy join us to talkabout influenza vaccines.Listen in as they review flu vaccine recommendations for the 2023-2024 influenza season. You’ll also hear practical advice from pa
RSV Vaccines in Older Adults
Special guests Lauren B. Angelo, PharmD, MBA from the Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science and Jean-Venable “Kelly” R. Goode, PharmD, BCPS, FAPhA, FCCP from the Virginia Commonwealth University School of Pharmacy join us to talk about respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) vaccines.Listen in as they review new RSV vaccine recommendations in adults age 60 years and older. You’ll also he
Cardiovascular Risks with Testosterone
Special guest Steven E. Nissen, MD, MACC, the Chief Academic Officer at the Heart and Vascular Institute and the Lewis and Patricia Dickey Chair in Cardiovascular Medicine and a Professor of Medicine at the Cleveland Clinic Lerner School of Medicine at Case Western Reserve University joins us to talk about cardiovascular risks with testosterone.Listen in as they discuss the latest evidence regardi
Addressing Social Determinants of Health
Special guests Christopher Daly, PharmD, MBA, BCACP, a Clinical Assistant Professor, Department of Pharmacy Practice, Division of Outcomes and Practice Advancement, at the University at Buffalo School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences and Andrea Darby-Stewart, MD, the Associate Director, Honor Health Family Medicine Residency Program and a Clinical Professor of Family, Community & Occupa
Debate About LDL Targets
Special guest Steven E. Nissen, MD, MACC, the Chief Academic Officer at the Heart and Vascular Institute, Lewis and Patricia Dickey Chair in Cardiovascular Medicine, and Professor of Medicine at the Cleveland Clinic Lerner School of Medicine at Case Western Reserve University joins us to talkabout LDL targets.Listen in as they debate whether to aim for a specific goal for LDL cholesterol.You’ll al
Sorting Through Penicillin Allergies
Special guest Deanna L. McDanel, PharmD, BCPS, BCACP, Clinical Pharmacy Specialist - Ambulatory Care and Clinical Associate Professor at the University of Iowa Healthcare and College of Pharmacy joins us to talk about penicillin allergies.Listen in as they discuss how to identify the risk of a true penicillin allergy...and when to worry about cross-reactivity.You’ll also hear practical advice from
Non-Statins for LDL Lowering
Special guest Steven E. Nissen, MD, MACC, the Chief Academic Officer at the Heart and Vascular Institute, Lewis and Patricia Dickey Chair in Cardiovascular Medicine, and Professor of Medicine at the Cleveland Clinic Lerner School of Medicine at Case Western Reserve University joins us to talk about non-statins for LDL lowering.Listen in as they debate which non-statin to use for LDL lowering...due
Buprenorphine for Opioid Use Disorder
Special guest Nicole Gastala, MD, Assistant Professor from the University of Illinois Chicago Department of Family Medicine and Director of Behavioral Health and Addiction at the Mile Square Health Center joins us to talk about opioid use disorder.Listen in as they discuss big changes with buprenorphine prescribing for opioid use disorder.You’ll also hear practical advice from panelists on TRC’s E
First-Line Meds for Type 2 Diabetes
Special guest Steven E. Nissen, MD, MACC, the Chief Academic Officer at the Heart and Vascular Institute, Lewis and Patricia Dickey Chair in Cardiovascular Medicine, and Professor of Medicine at the Cleveland Clinic Lerner School of Medicine at Case Western Reserve University joins us to talk about medications for type 2 diabetes.Listen in as they debate whether metformin should still be first-lin
New Opioid Guidelines
Special guest Laila Khalid, MD, MPH from the Albert Einstein College of Medicine Montefiore Medical Center joins us to talk about new guidelines to reinforce safe opioid use.Listen in as they discuss what’s changed with the updated CDC opioid guidelines...and what to expect in your practice.You’ll also hear practical advice from panelists on TRC’s Editorial Advisory Board:Andrea Darby Stewart, MD,
Triptans in Patients with Cardiovascular Risks
Headache medicine specialist Rebecca C. Burch, MD, joins us to talk about triptan use in patients with cardiovascular risk factors.Listen in as they clear up confusion about which patients should avoid triptans due to cardiovascular concerns.You’ll also hear practical advice from panelists on TRC’s Editorial Advisory Board:Anthony A. Donato, Jr., MD, MHPE, Associate Program Director, Internal Medi
Hormone Therapy for Menopausal Symptoms
Special guest Carolyn J. Crandall, MD, MS, MACP, Professor of Medicine at the University of California, Los Angeles School of Medicine joins us to talk about hormone therapy for menopausal symptoms.Listen in as they clarify when and how to use hormone therapy to manage menopausal symptoms.You’ll also hear practical advice from panelists on TRC’s Editorial Advisory Board:Reid B. Blackwelder, MD, FA
Updated COVID-19 Boosters
TRC Editor, Dr. Lori Dickerson, PharmD, FCCP talks with Dr. Richard H. Dang, PharmD, APh, BCACP, FCPhA, from the University of Southern California and Dr. Elisha Hall, PhD, RD, from the COVID-19 Vaccine Policy Unit at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention about COVID-19 vaccine boosters.Listen in as they answer your top questions about updated COVID-19 vaccine boosters.You’ll also hear pr
Serotonin Syndrome
TRC Editor, Dr. Lori Dickerson, PharmD, FCCP talks with Douglas S. Paauw, MD, MACP, Professor of Medicine from the University of Washington School of Medicine about serotonin syndrome.Listen in as they discuss how to tease out which serotonin syndrome interaction alerts are clinically significant.You’ll also hear practical advice from panelists on TRC’s Editorial Advisory Board:Reid B. Blackwelder
Statin Intolerance
TRC Editor, Dr. Lori Dickerson, PharmD, FCCP talks with Joseph Saseen, PharmD, FCCP, FNLA, Associate Dean for Clinical Affairs, Professor, Department of Clinical Pharmacy and Professor, Department of Family Medicine from the Skaggs School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus about managing statin intolerance. Listen in as they discuss how to
Managing Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease
TRC Editor, Dr. Lori Dickerson, PharmD, FCCP talks with Kenneth Cusi, MD, FACP, FACE, Professor of Medicine and Chief of the Division of Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism from The University of Florida about managing nonalcoholic fatty liver disease.Listen in as they discuss considerations with managing nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD)...including risk factors, screening, and treatme
Managing Agitation in Dementia
TRC Editor, Dr. Lori Dickerson, PharmD, FCCP talks with Dr. Russ Blackwelder, MD, MDiv, CMD, Associate Professor and Director of Geriatric Education from the MUSC Department of Family Medicine and Co-Medical Director from The Village at Summerville about managing agitation in patients with dementia.Listen in as they discuss practical strategies for managing agitation in patients with dementia...a
Meds for End-of-Life Care
TRC Editor, Dr. Lori Dickerson, PharmD, FCCP talks with Dr. Dwight Blair, MD, Inpatient Palliative Care Consultant from Lower Cape Fear Lifecare and New Hanover Regional Medical Center about meds for end-of-life care.Listen in as they discuss unique med considerations for patients at the end of life...and how to help fine-tune meds for these patients.You’ll also hear practical advice from panelist
New Heart Failure Guidelines
TRC Editor, Dr. Lori Dickerson, PharmD, FCCP talks with two distinguished experts about new heart failure guidelines. Carolyn Lam, MBBS, PhD, FRCP, Professor at Duke-NUS Medical School and a Senior Consultant at the National Heart Centre SingaporeSteven E. Nissen, MD, MACC, the Chief Academic Officer at the Heart and Vascular Institute and the Lewis and Patricia Dickey Chair in Cardiovascular Medi
Homeopathy
TRC Editor, Dr. Lori Dickerson, PharmD, FCCP talks with Chelsey McIntyre, PharmD, Managing Editor of TRC’s Natural Medicines about homeopathy.She’ll help clear up confusion about what homeopathic products are...and aren’t...and how they compare to supplements. You’ll also hear practical advice from panelists on TRC’s Editorial Advisory Board:Reid B. Blackwelder, MD, FAAFP, Associate Dean of Gradua
Medication Talk - Trailer
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