Tim Mitchell is passionate about redefining what it means to be a pharmacist. Testing and vaccinating during the pandemic has helped shine a light on the value of independent pharmacists, but this is just the beginning of paving the way for the future. For Mitchell, his guiding philosophy is to stay nimble and stay open to new opportunities. Sometimes you have to take three steps forward and one step back, but at the end of the day, you’re still making progress.

Hosted By: Jeff Key, President of PioneerRx | Mark Bivins, VP of Sales | Marsha Bivins, Director of Marketing

Guest: Tim Mitchell, Owner of Mitchell’s Drug Stores

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Jordan Ballou plays an important role in shaping the next generation of pharmacists while still keeping one foot grounded in the “real world” of pharmacy. As a practicing clinical pharmacist, she can add a new layer of insights to her course curriculum as a Clinical Assistant Professor of Pharmacy Practice. She is passionate about educating her students on the wide range of clinical services that a pharmacist can provide, all while taking a practical, tested approach. Join Jordan Ballou as she dives into a conversation about “pharmacy and nonsense” with our hosts Jeff, Josh, and Mark.

Hosted By: Jeff Key, President of PioneerRx | Josh Howland, VP of Clinical Strategy | Mark Bivins, VP of Sales

Guest: Jordan Ballou, Clinical Assistant Professor of Pharmacy and CPESN Network Facilitator

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Always say “yes” - then make it happen. Pharmacy owner Eric Larson is not one to sit behind the bench and just run his pharmacy the same every day. He knows that the key to success is getting out into the community and finding new opportunities to grow his business. Whether it’s participating in a new pilot program, administering Covid-19 vaccines, or even stepping up to teach a ‘90s hip-hop dance class - Eric Larson is ready to take on any challenge that comes his way.

Hosted By: Jeff Key, President of PioneerRx | Josh Howland, VP of Clinical Strategy | Marsha Bivins, Director of Marketing

Guest: Eric Larson, Owner of Prescriptions Unlimited

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On this Catalyst crossover episode, we are joined by Richard Waithe, host of the Rx Radio podcast. Waithe, who is also the president of VUCA Health, talks about the growth of virtual medication counseling, his secrets to increasing personal productivity, and tips for closing the gap on customer satisfaction. He is also the author of the book First Time Pharmacist, a guide for new pharmacists and students that goes over important things you did not learn in pharmacy school that you should know when working in a real world pharmacy. Richard Waithe continues to be driven by the desire to use his passion for community pharmacy for a greater purpose.

Hosted By: Jeff Key, President of PioneerRx | Marsha Bivins, Director of Marketing | Josh Howland, VP of Clinical Strategy

Guest: Richard Waithe, President of VUCA Health and Host of the Rx Radio Podcast

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MTM - Medication Therapy Management. It’s a buzzword in the pharmacy world, but what opportunities lie behind this term? Pharmacists have the clinical expertise to improve patient health outcomes and prevent hospitalizations - you just have to be able to prove it to others. If you know how to communicate and sell your value, you can generate demand for your services and build collaborative relationships with physicians. Could this be the next big opportunity for your independent pharmacy?

Hosted By: Will Tuft, Director of Education at PioneerRx

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Kathy Campbell believes that health is foundational to living a great life. As a clinical pharmacist, she uses her training to take a scientific approach to improving her patients’ quality of life. She is working to shift the idea that people only go to their pharmacist when they are sick. Through her 12-week lifestyle and weight loss program, she empowers patients to take control of their life and learn to listen to their bodies. Since living a healthy life is not “one-size-fits-all”, Dr. Kathy works with each patient individually to personalize a plan that will work for their unique situation. Her overall goal is to create a culture in our society that produces and promotes health.

Hosted By: Jeff Key, President of PioneerRx | Mark Bivins, VP of Sales | Marsha Bivins, Director of Marketing

Guest: Kathy Campbell, Clinical Pharmacist and CEO of Medicap Pharmacy

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When we used to think of the future, we’d picture the rise of flying cars and other extravagantly futuristic technologies. But as we have entered the 2020s, innovations in technology have been a little more practical. As we continue to fight this pandemic, our host Will Tuft chats with Laura Schwartzwald, owner of GuidePoint Pharmacy, about the latest trends in technology and how pharmacies have been proving their value as a part of public health and as part of a patient's healthcare team. Adversity has been a catalyst for independent pharmacy.

Beyond the Scripts - Episode 7

Hosted By: Will Tuft, Director of Education at PioneerRx

Guest: Laura Schwartzwald, Owner of GuidePoint Pharmacy

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Pharmacy automation enables you to take control of managing your business - instead of letting it control you. Streamlining your med sync process with automated adherence packaging allows you to fill your prescriptions ahead of time instead of working on a day-to-day basis. By automating mundane tasks like filling prescriptions, your staff can focus on growing your pharmacy’s clinical services. Mark Longley, Chief Strategy and Business Development Officer at Parata Systems, shares his insight on the different ways that pharmacy automation is helping independent pharmacies get ahead of the game.

Hosted By: Jeff Key, President of PioneerRx | Mark Bivins, VP of Sales | Marsha Bivins, Director of Marketing

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Whether it be a new medication, an additional supplement, or a clinical service, pharmacists have to be able to increase their patients’ perceived value. The more informed and on-board a patient is with their health regimen, the more adherent and receptive they will be to the products or services you are offering. Your patients become your best salesman by advocating to their physician on your behalf. Specialty pharmacy owner Brandon Knott explains why cultivating patient buy-in is essential for improving outcomes and finding success in your niche.

Hosted By: Mark Bivins, VP of Sales | Josh Howland, VP of Clinical Strategy | Marsha Bivins, Director of Marketing

Guest: Brandon Knott, Owner of Cascade Specialty Pharmacy

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“It’s not rebels that make trouble, but trouble that makes rebels.” -Ruth Messinger

When you break away from the traditional way of doing things, you face unique problems - and unique problems require creative solutions. Phillip Baker opened Good Shepherd Pharmacy with the goal to help his patients save money on their prescriptions. Good Shepherd operates on a membership model that gives patients their medication for free (or at-cost) with no additional markups on price. To save time, they use a unique group med sync model where every single one of their patients are on the same sync schedule. They also have a drug donation program aimed to reduce drug waste and help provide free medications. Learn how Good Shepherd Pharmacy is paving a new path and changing their patients’ lives.

Beyond the Scripts - Episode 6

Hosted By: Will Tuft, Director of Education at PioneerRx

Guest: Phillip Baker, Founder of Good Shepherd Pharmacy

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