CEimpact Podcast

Pain relief medications like acetaminophen and ibuprofen are staples in everyday care—but emerging research suggests they may play a role in antibiotic resistance. This episode reviews recent findings, explores how these common drugs may influence bacterial response to antibiotics, and highlights pharmacist‑specific considerations. You will walk away with practical insights to support informed medication use and strengthen antibiotic stewardship.

HOST
Rachel Maynard, PharmD
GameChangers Podcast Host and Clinical Editor, CEimpact
Lead Editor, Pyrls

Hunter O. Rondeau, PharmD, BCIDP, AAHIVP
Antimicrobial Stewardship Coordinator, SSM Health
Adjunct Clinical Assistant Professor, University of Kansas School of Pharmacy

Rachel Maynard has no relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies to disclose. 

Hunter Rondeau is a consultant for Pyrls, a speaker for ASHP, and was a speaker for ACCP (ended October 2025) and Vituity (ended May 2025). All relevant financial relationships have been mitigated.
 
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Pharmacist CE Subscription: All your CE in one convenient subscription. 

All episodes, CE, and Practice Resources for the GameChangers Clinical Update is included with your Pharmacist CE Subscription. But wait…there’s even more!

What the Subscription Includes:

The Pharmacist CE Subscription includes: 

·       Compliance and licensure CE 

·       GameChangers Clinical Updates 

·       Practical continuing education across patient care topics 

*The subscription does not include microcredentials or certificates, which are available separately for pharmacists seeking specialized service training. 

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PRACTICE RESOURCE
Receive the exclusive Practice Resource to use as a reference guide for this episode by purchasing the Pharmacist CE Subscription.

 
CPE REDEMPTION
This course is accredited for continuing pharmacy education! Click the link below that applies to you to take the exam and evaluation to claim credit:

• If you are already enrolled in this course, click here to redeem your credit. 
• To purchase the Pharmacist CE Subscription and claim your CPE credit, click here or to purchase this course individually, click here. 

CPE INFORMATION
Learning Objectives
Upon successful completion of this knowledge-based activity, participants should be able to:
1. Describe emerging evidence on how common OTC pain medications may influence antibiotic resistance.
2. Identify pharmacist strategies to optimize analgesic and antibiotic use while supporting antimicrobial stewardship.

0.05 CEU/0.5 Hr
UAN: 0107-0000-25-372-H01-P
Initial release date: 12/8/2025
Expiration date: 12/8/2028
Additional CPE details can be found here.

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Recent FDA actions have brought renewed attention to leucovorin as a potential treatment for managing symptoms associated with autism spectrum disorder. This course explores the clinical distinctions between autism and cerebral folate deficiency, reviews key evidence behind leucovorin use, and outlines counseling considerations relevant to pharmacy practice. You will gain clarity on this complex and evolving topic to better support informed, evidence-based care.

HOST
Rachel Maynard, PharmD
GameChangers Podcast Host and Clinical Editor, CEimpact
Lead Editor, Pyrls

GUEST
Geoff Wall, PharmD, FCCP, BCPS
Professor of Pharmacy Practice
Iowa Methodist Medical Center

Rachel Maynard and Geoff Wall have no relevant financial relationships to disclose.
 
GET CE FOR LISTENING!
Stay Compliant. Grow Clinically. Practice with Confidence. 

Pharmacist CE Subscription: All your CE in one convenient subscription. 

All episodes, CE, and Practice Resources for the GameChangers Clinical Update is included with your Pharmacist CE Subscription. But wait…there’s even more!

What the Subscription Includes:

The Pharmacist CE Subscription includes: 

·       Compliance and licensure CE 

·       GameChangers Clinical Updates 

·       Practical continuing education across patient care topics 

*The subscription does not include microcredentials or certificates, which are available separately for pharmacists seeking specialized service training. 

Purchase Now!

PRACTICE RESOURCE
Receive the exclusive Practice Resource to use as a reference guide for this episode by purchasing the Pharmacist CE Subscription.

 
CPE REDEMPTION
This course is accredited for continuing pharmacy education! Click the link below that applies to you to take the exam and evaluation to claim credit:

• If you are already enrolled in this course, click here to redeem your credit. 
• To purchase the Pharmacist CE Subscription and claim your CPE credit, click here or to purchase this course individually, click here. 

CPE INFORMATION
Learning Objectives
Upon successful completion of this knowledge-based activity, participants should be able to:
1. Describe current clinical evidence related to the use of leucovorin in autism and cerebral folate deficiency.
2. Identify key counseling considerations for pharmacists discussing leucovorin therapy with patients and caregivers.

0.05 CEU/0.5 Hr
UAN: 0107-0000-25-363-H01-P
Initial release date: 12/1/2025
Expiration date: 12/1/2028
Additional CPE details can be found here.

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Pharmacists play a critical role in infectious disease care, and staying up to date on antibiotic therapies is key to ensuring optimal patient outcomes. This episode reviews recently FDA-approved antibiotics, offers a practical refresher on commonly used antibiotic classes, and highlights frequent side effects—along with strategies for managing them in practice. Tune in to strengthen your clinical knowledge and support safe, effective antibiotic use across care settings.

HOST
Joshua Davis Kinsey, PharmD
VP, Education
CEimpact

GUEST
Hunter Rondeau, PharmD, BCIDP, AAHIVP
Antimicrobial Stewardship Coordinator
SSM Health

Joshua Davis Kinsey has no relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies to disclose. 

Hunter Rondeau is a consultant for Pyrls, a speaker for ASHP, and was a speaker for ACCP (ended October 2025) and Vituity (ended May 2025). All relevant financial relationships have been mitigated. 

 
CPE REDEMPTION
This course is accredited for continuing pharmacy education! Click the link below that applies to you to take the exam and evaluation:

• If you are already enrolled in this course, click here to redeem your credit. 
• To purchase this episode and claim your CPE credit, click here. 

CPE INFORMATION
Learning Objectives
Upon successful completion of this knowledge-based activity, participants should be able to:
1. Identify newly FDA-approved antibiotics and their clinical indications.
2. Describe commonly used antibiotic classes, their typical side effects, and strategies to manage or mitigate those effects.

0.05 CEU/0.5 Hr
UAN: 0107-0000-25-362-H01-P
Initial release date: 11/24/2025
Expiration date: 11/24/2028
Additional CPE details can be found here.

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Discover the benefits of implementing a long-acting injectable (LAI) service at your pharmacy practice site and the impact this service can have on patient care and outcomes. Listen to this week’s episode and learn how to elevate your pharmacy services!
 
HOST
Joshua Davis Kinsey, PharmD
VP, Education
CEimpact

GUEST
Lindsay McCoy, PharmD, BCPP
Pharmacy Manager
Village Drug Shop at Advantage

CPE REDEMPTION
This course is accredited for continuing pharmacy education! Click the link below that applies to you to take the exam and evaluation:

• If you are already enrolled in this course, click here to redeem your credit. 
• To purchase this episode and claim your CPE credit, click here. 

CPE INFORMATION
Learning Objectives
Upon successful completion of this knowledge-based activity, participants should be able to:
1. Analyze the benefits and challenges of implementing a long-acting injectable (LAI) service in a pharmacy practice site.
2. Discuss how an LAI service can improve patient care, increase financial sustainability, and optimize patient outcomes.

0.05 CEU/0.5 Hr
UAN: 0107-0000-25-354-H01-P
Initial release date: 11/17/2025
Expiration date: 11/17/2028
Additional CPE details can be found here.

Take your pharmacy practice to the next level with our comprehensive course on the administration of long-acting injectables:
Pharmacy-Based Administration of Long-Acting Injectables: A Sharp Idea
4 hours  |  On Demand
Explore a cutting edge clinical service opportunity with this collection of courses specifically designed to equip pharmacists with the knowledge and skills necessary for the effective management and administration of long-acting injectable medications (LAIs). Course content explores diverse drug profiles, advanced administration techniques, and the strategic implementation of LAI-related services to support the needs of your patients and communities.

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Opioids remain a cornerstone of palliative care for patients with serious illnesses like cancer, yet their use is often misunderstood, undertreated, or approached with unnecessary hesitation. This episode explores what pharmacists need to know about assessing opioid appropriateness, questioning therapy when warranted, and supporting comfort-focused care within established clinical and ethical standards. Tune in to build confidence in your role and contribute meaningfully to the care of patients facing serious illness.

HOST
Joshua Davis Kinsey, PharmD
VP, Education
CEimpact

GUEST
Lorin Fisher, PharmD, BCACP
Clinical Assistant Professor
University of Iowa College of Pharmacy

Joshua Davis Kinsey and Lorin Fisher have no relevant financial relationships to disclose.

CPE REDEMPTION
This course is accredited for continuing pharmacy education! Click the link below that applies to you to take the exam and evaluation:

•  If you are already enrolled in this course, click here to redeem your credit. 
• To purchase this episode and claim your CPE credit, click here. 

CPE INFORMATION
Learning Objectives
Upon successful completion of this knowledge-based activity, participants should be able to:
1. Identify the role of opioids in managing pain and other symptoms for patients receiving palliative care.
2. Describe key considerations for evaluating opioid prescriptions in the context of serious illness, including appropriate use and safety concerns.

0.05 CEU/0.5 Hr
UAN: 0107-0000-25-330-H01-P
Initial release date: 11/10/2025
Expiration date: 11/10/2028
Additional CPE details can be found here.

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Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) continues to pose a serious health threat—particularly to infants, older adults, and immunocompromised individuals—making it critical for pharmacy professionals to stay up to date on prevention and treatment options. This episode covers the latest FDA-approved RSV therapies, including vaccines and monoclonal antibodies, while highlighting clinical pearls for use across care settings. Tune in to stay informed and better support patients during the upcoming respiratory season.

HOST
Joshua Davis Kinsey, PharmD
VP, Education
CEimpact

GUEST
Kalen Manasco, PharmD, BCPS, BCPPS, FCCP, FPPA
Professor
University of Florida College of Pharmacy

Joshua Davis Kinsey and Kalen Manasco have no relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies to disclose. 

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CPE REDEMPTION
This course is accredited for continuing pharmacy education! Click the link below that applies to you to take the exam and evaluation:

• If you are already enrolled in this course, click here to redeem your credit. 
• To purchase this episode and claim your CPE credit, click here. 

CPE INFORMATION
Learning Objectives
Upon successful completion of this knowledge-based activity, participants should be able to:
1. Differentiate between RSV vaccines and monoclonal antibody therapies, including their indications and target patient populations.
2. Identify key counseling points and administration considerations associated with currently available RSV vaccines and monoclonal antibody therapies.

0.05 CEU/0.5 Hr
UAN: 0107-0000-25-312-H01-P
Initial release date: 11/3/2025
Expiration date: 11/3/2026
Additional CPE details can be found here.

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GLP-1 receptor agonists have revolutionized the treatment of diabetes and obesity, but recent data suggest a potential link to a higher risk of various ocular disorders, especially with long-term use. This episode reviews the findings of these studies, places them in context with the overall benefits of GLP-1s, and covers what pharmacists should know when counseling patients. Listen in to enhance your ability to guide safe, informed medication choices and stay updated on emerging safety information.

HOST
Joshua Davis Kinsey, PharmD
VP, Education
CEimpact

GUEST
Jamie Pitlick, PharmD, BCPS, BC-ADM
Professor and Chair of Pharmacy Practice
Drake University College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences

Joshua Davis Kinsey and Jamie Pitlick have no relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies to disclose.
 
CPE REDEMPTION
This course is accredited for continuing pharmacy education! Click the link below that applies to you to take the exam and evaluation:

• If you are already enrolled in this course, click here to redeem your credit. 
• To purchase this episode and claim your CPE credit, click here. 

CPE INFORMATION
Learning Objectives
Upon successful completion of this knowledge-based activity, participants should be able to:
1. Describe the potential relationship between GLP-1 receptor agonist use and the development of ocular disorders.
2. Identify key considerations for pharmacist counseling related to GLP-1 therapy and ocular health.

0.05 CEU/0.5 Hr
UAN: 0107-0000-25-311-H01-P
Initial release date: 10/27/2025
Expiration date: 10/27/2028
Additional CPE details can be found here.

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Heart failure remains a leading cause of hospitalization, prompting ongoing research into treatment strategies that improve outcomes for patients. A recent study explores the potential of combining an MRA agent and SGLT2 inhibitor, showing meaningful clinical benefit while also reinforcing the need for thoughtful patient selection and safety monitoring. Tune in to explore how this evidence may shape pharmacist-driven care and contribute to more confident, individualized treatment decisions.

HOST
Joshua Davis Kinsey, PharmD
VP, Education
CEimpact

GUEST
Zachary Cox, PharmD
Professor
Lipscomb University College of Pharmacy

Joshua Davis Kinsey has no relevant financial relationships to disclose. 

Zachary Cox is a consultant for Roche, Reprieve Cardiovascular, Abiomed, Vectorious, Kestra Medical Technologies, and WhiteSwell. He was also a consultant for Lexicon Pharmaceuticals (ended 2025) and conducted research for AstraZeneca (ended 2024). All relevant financial relationships have been mitigated.  

CPE REDEMPTION
This course is accredited for continuing pharmacy education! Click the link below that applies to you to take the exam and evaluation:

• If you are already enrolled in this course, click here to redeem your credit. 
• To purchase this episode and claim your CPE credit, click here. 

CPE INFORMATION
Learning Objectives
Upon successful completion of this knowledge-based activity, participants should be able to:
1. Describe the clinical evidence supporting the use of multiple drug classes in combination therapy for heart failure.
2. Identify pharmacist considerations for evaluating patient-specific factors related to efficacy and safety of combination treatment approaches.

0.05 CEU/0.5 Hr
UAN: 0107-0000-25-299-H01-P
Initial release date: 10/20/2025
Expiration date: 10/20/2028
Additional CPE details can be found here.

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Diagnosis and prescribing are no longer on the margins for pharmacy practice, but explicitly called out in the ACPE Standards that guide pharmacy education. Once considered out of bounds for pharmacists, diagnostic reasoning is now central to preparing practice-ready graduates. This episode explores how preceptors can support learners in applying clinical decision-making frameworks, integrating shared decision-making, and navigating prescriptive authority across diverse practice settings—equipping the next generation of pharmacists for expanded patient care.

HOST
Kathy Schott, PhD
Vice President, Education & Operations
CEimpact

GUESTS
Jennifer Adams, PharmD, EdD
Associate Professor, Associate Dean for Academic Affairs
Idaho State University L.S. Skaggs College of Pharmacy

Rachel Allen
Associate Teaching Professor
University of Washington School of Pharmacy

Cherith Smith, PharmD
Clinical Assistant Professor and Director, Experiential Education
University of Montana – College of Health Skaggs School of Pharmacy

Kathy Schott, Jennifer Adams, Rachel Allen, and Cherith Smith have no relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies to disclose.

CPE REDEMPTION
This course is accredited for continuing pharmacy education! Click the link below that applies to you to take the exam and evaluation:

• If you are already enrolled in this course, click here to redeem your credit. 
• To purchase this episode and claim your CPE credit, click here. 

CPE INFORMATION
Learning Objectives
At the end of this course, preceptors will be able to:
1. Describe key principles of diagnostic reasoning and prescribing within the context of pharmacy practice.
2. Identify evidence-based frameworks such as the One-Minute Preceptor and shared decision-making to support learner development in clinical settings.

0.05 CEU/0.5 Hr
UAN: 0107-0000-25-319-H99-P
Initial release date: 10/15/2025
Expiration date: 10/15/2028
Additional CPE details can be found here.

This program has been:
Approved by the Minnesota Board of Pharmacy as education for Minnesota pharmacy preceptors.

Reviewed by the Texas Consortium on Experiential Programs and has been designated as preceptor education and training for Texas preceptors.

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As questions continue to surface about the potential link between prenatal acetaminophen use and autism spectrum disorder, pharmacists must be prepared to address patient concerns with confidence and clarity. This episode explores the current body of evidence, public health messaging, and practical strategies for counseling during pregnancy. Tune in to strengthen your knowledge and support safe, evidence-informed guidance for your patients.

HOST
Joshua Davis Kinsey, PharmD
VP, Education
CEimpact

GUEST
John Swegle, PharmD
Clinical Associate Professor
University of Iowa College of Pharmacy

Joshua Davis Kinsey and John Swegle have no relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies to disclose.
 
CPE REDEMPTION
This course is accredited for continuing pharmacy education! Click the link below that applies to you to take the exam and evaluation:

• If you are already enrolled in this course, click here to redeem your credit. 
• To purchase this episode and claim your CPE credit, click here. 

CPE INFORMATION
Learning Objectives
Upon successful completion of this knowledge-based activity, participants should be able to:
1. Summarize current evidence regarding the association between prenatal acetaminophen exposure and autism spectrum disorder.
2. Identify patient counseling considerations for the safe use of acetaminophen during pregnancy.

0.05 CEU/0.5 Hr
UAN: 0107-0000-25-310-H01-P
Initial release date: 10/13/2025
Expiration date: 10/13/2028
Additional CPE details can be found here.

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