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In this debate style presentation from the 2020 Midyear Clinical Meeting, our content matter experts will review the key literature on both Alteplase and Tenecteplase and their roles in the management of acute ischemic stroke and how their pharmacokinetic and structural differences play a role in therapy. 

The information presented during the podcast reflects solely the opinions of the presenter. The information and materials are not, and are not intended as, a comprehensive source of drug information on this topic. The contents of the podcast have not been reviewed by ASHP, and should neither be interpreted as the official policies of ASHP, nor an endorsement of any product(s), nor should they be considered as a substitute for the professional judgment of the pharmacist or physician.

In this featurette from the planned by the Section of Ambulatory Care Practitioners for the 2020 Midyear Clinical Meeting, content matter experts will identify opportunities to talk to patients about sexually transmitted disease (STD) risks and prevention and given a patient at risk for STDs, summarize the appropriate testing strategy to detect STDs.

The information presented during the podcast reflects solely the opinions of the presenter. The information and materials are not, and are not intended as, a comprehensive source of drug information on this topic. The contents of the podcast have not been reviewed by ASHP, and should neither be interpreted as the official policies of ASHP, nor an endorsement of any product(s), nor should they be considered as a substitute for the professional judgment of the pharmacist or physician.

In this episode featurette from the Section of Clinical Specialists and Scientists' presentation at the 2020 Midyear Clinical Meeting, Joel Marrs presents the definitions of hypertriglyceridemia based on the 2018 AHA/ACC Multisociety Guideline on the Management of Blood Cholesterol and help pharmacists identify risk factors for the development of hypertriglyceridemia. 

The information presented during the podcast reflects solely the opinions of the presenter. The information and materials are not, and are not intended as, a comprehensive source of drug information on this topic. The contents of the podcast have not been reviewed by ASHP, and should neither be interpreted as the official policies of ASHP, nor an endorsement of any product(s), nor should they be considered as a substitute for the professional judgment of the pharmacist or physician.

Preview this BCCCP and BCPS recertification offering from the Midyear Clinical Meeting. This session provides a practical approach to managing patients on factor Xa inhibitors with life-threatening bleeding or those needing emergent surgery including guidance on patient selection, indication restrictions and advances in point of care testing. Like what you hear and want to hear the rest and apply what you learn for recertification credit? Visit https://elearning.ashp.org/products/8728/intensive-studies-for-recertification-critical-care-pharmacy-cert-l219022 to purchase the recertification product.   

The information presented during the podcast reflects solely the opinions of the presenter. The information and materials are not, and are not intended as, a comprehensive source of drug information on this topic. The contents of the podcast have not been reviewed by ASHP, and should neither be interpreted as the official policies of ASHP, nor an endorsement of any product(s), nor should they be considered as a substitute for the professional judgment of the pharmacist or physician.

This podcast episode reviews the ISMP Targeted Medication Safety Best Practices for Hospitals #2 on oral methotrexate safeguards. Speakers will discuss one institution’s experiences with assuring that dosing is accurate in electronic systems when medication orders are entered and providing specific patient and/or family education for all oral methotrexate discharge orders. 

The information presented during the podcast reflects solely the opinions of the presenter. The information and materials are not, and are not intended as, a comprehensive source of drug information on this topic. The contents of the podcast have not been reviewed by ASHP, and should neither be interpreted as the official policies of ASHP, nor an endorsement of any product(s), nor should they be considered as a substitute for the professional judgment of the pharmacist or physician.

Small and rural hospitals offer an exciting opportunities for students and a special growth opportunity for staff who serve as preceptors in this practice setting. Listeners will hear about how to get started precepting pharmacy students, how to develop well-rounded rotations, and unique rotations and opportunities available in rural hospitals.  

The information presented during the podcast reflects solely the opinions of the presenter. The information and materials are not, and are not intended as, a comprehensive source of drug information on this topic. The contents of the podcast have not been reviewed by ASHP, and should neither be interpreted as the official policies of ASHP, nor an endorsement of any product(s), nor should they be considered as a substitute for the professional judgment of the pharmacist or physician.

At the peak of the pandemic crisis, safety from exposure to COVID-19 for healthcare workers became the driving force in reconfiguring and renaming the kits and trays utilized across departments, nursing stations, and in the OR. The goal was to mitigate exposure risks caused by the potential contamination of carts, kits, and trays utilized in areas caring for COVID-19 patients. In this Case Management Study from the 2020 Midyear Clinical Meeting learn how the Pharmacy Department leveraged RFID technology to cope with new challenges presented by the COVID-19 crisis by providing a quick and efficient mechanism to reconfigure and rename kits and trays in order to minimize exposure. 

The information presented during the podcast reflects solely the opinions of the presenter. The information and materials are not, and are not intended as, a comprehensive source of drug information on this topic. The contents of the podcast have not been reviewed by ASHP, and should neither be interpreted as the official policies of ASHP, nor an endorsement of any product(s), nor should they be considered as a substitute for the professional judgment of the pharmacist or physician.

Join us for this practice journeys podcast episode as we chat with Kellie Musch, Site Manager of Pharmacy Services at OhioHealth Medical Center. Kellie shares her impressive journey as a pharmacy leader, and how her involvement with ASHP has impacted her career.  

The information presented during the podcast reflects solely the opinions of the presenter. The information and materials are not, and are not intended as, a comprehensive source of drug information on this topic. The contents of the podcast have not been reviewed by ASHP, and should neither be interpreted as the official policies of ASHP, nor an endorsement of any product(s), nor should they be considered as a substitute for the professional judgment of the pharmacist or physician.

In this podcast, Dr. Joshua Raub talks about his Hodgkin’s lymphoma diagnosis, undergoing treatment, and managing the wide-ranging effects of the disease.   

The information presented during the podcast reflects solely the opinions of the presenter. The information and materials are not, and are not intended as, a comprehensive source of drug information on this topic. The contents of the podcast have not been reviewed by ASHP, and should neither be interpreted as the official policies of ASHP, nor an endorsement of any product(s), nor should they be considered as a substitute for the professional judgment of the pharmacist or physician.

Biohacking has been defined as “do-it-yourself biology” or “do-it-yourself citizen science merging body modification with technology.” Biohacking is performed by biology enthusiasts, citizen scientists, and other like-minded individuals to improve oneself or treat a disease. This podcast episode describes this emerging topic and what the pharmacy workforce needs to know. 

The information presented during the podcast reflects solely the opinions of the presenter. The information and materials are not, and are not intended as, a comprehensive source of drug information on this topic. The contents of the podcast have not been reviewed by ASHP, and should neither be interpreted as the official policies of ASHP, nor an endorsement of any product(s), nor should they be considered as a substitute for the professional judgment of the pharmacist or physician.