Discover the essential contributions of pharmacists in patient care with We’re Your Pharmacist, a monthly podcast from ASHP. This episode features Amber Lanae Martirosov, associate clinical professor of pharmacy practice at Wayne State University and clinical specialist at Henry Ford Hospital. She shares what inspired her to pursue a career in pharmacy and offers insights into the many paths within the profession, highlighting how pharmacists make a difference every day. 

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, current and past executive committee members for the Section of Specialty Pharmacy Practitioners sit down together to share stories and discuss the impact made by the 2024 Distinguished Service Awardee, Tara Kelley. 

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, student leaders from Rutgers University share how their SSHP developed the NxtGen Student Leadership Program—a peer-led initiative focused on building leadership skills and preparing future pharmacy leaders. Listeners will hear how the program was designed, how it engages members at all levels, and the impact it’s had on their chapter. This episode offers practical takeaways for other SSHPs interested in starting or strengthening their own leadership development programs. 

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 members of the Council on Pharmacy Practice to unpack ASHP’s newly approved policy on moral distress and moral injury. They’ll explain what these terms mean, share real-world examples, and explore how moral injury contributes to occupational burnout in the pharmacy workforce. The conversation takes you behind the scenes of the policy process, highlighting challenges faced along the way, and look ahead to what this policy means for the future of pharmacy practice. Listeners will be introduced to the emerging concepts of moral distress and moral injury and discover how they impact the pharmacy profession.

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.

ASHP’s education director, Hannah Post, is joined by Curtis Geier, emergency medicine clinical pharmacist at San Francisco General Hospital, as he discusses his upcoming Midyear sessions that focus on the role of pharmacists in the care of patients in cardiac arrest.  

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.

Pharmacists providing rapid sequence intubation (RSI) care are faced with evolving standards of care in special patient populations. This episode features RSI pharmacology in special patient populations, including myasthenia gravis, pregnancy and obesity. CE for this episode expires on October 18, 2027. 

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.

Collaborative practice agreements (CPAs) are formal agreements between pharmacists and other healthcare providers that allow pharmacists to perform specific tasks independently at the top of their license. CPAs are a powerful tool widely used in the outpatient setting but not used as frequently in the inpatient setting. This episode discusses the considerations for developing and implementing a successful inpatient CPA and the benefits to patient care quality, safety, and efficiency.

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. Dusty Linn discusses the AJHP Clinical Consultation "Strategies to prevent awareness with paralysis following administration of neuromuscular blocking agents” with host and AJHP Editor in Chief Dr. Daniel Cobaugh.

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.

ASHP’s senior education director Cindy Von Heeringen is joined by Lisa Janssen Carlson, IDS manager, and Craig Michael, data science pharmacist, both from the University of California, San Francisco as they discuss their upcoming Midyear session that focuses on incorporating AI in current pharmacy practice settings to enhance or streamline workflows.  

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.

Members of the Council on Therapeutics unpack two ASHP policies adopted in the 2025 House of Delegates— one addressing the FDA’s proposal to change drug naming conventions, and the other requiring height and weight on certain medication orders. They share why these policies matter, the challenges encountered during the policy process, and the improvements they hope to see in patient care as a result.

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.