Episodes
May 29, 2023
Disruption in Healthcare: Beyond Buzzwords | Marwah Younis, PharmD, MBA, Agate Medcare
In this insightful podcast episode, pharmacist Marwa from Canada joins Mike to delve deep into the concept of disruption in the healthcare sector. They navigate the challenges and benefits of incorporating innovation, explore...
May 22, 2023
Transforming Pharmacies into Nonprofit Entities | Edward Ullmann, R.PH., MPA
In this episode, we host Ed Ullman, CEO of Wellness RX, who sheds light on the struggles of independent pharmacies. He proposes transforming for-profit pharmacies into nonprofit entities, focusing on community well-being and ...
May 8, 2023
The Inner Workings of Reverse Distribution | Michael Zaccaro, CEO, Pharma Logistics
Mike Koelzer interviews Mike Zaccaro, CEO of Pharma Logistics. They discuss various aspects of pharmaceutical reverse distribution. Some of the topics covered: Return policies affect credit recovery Importance of systems and ...
April 24, 2023
Navigating the Complexities of Pharmacy Benefits | Wendy Barnes, CEO of RxBenefits
In this episode, we sit down with Wendy Barnes, CEO of RxBenefits, to discuss the challenges faced by self-insured employers in managing pharmacy benefits. Barnes shares her insights on the difference between PBOs and PBMs, t...
April 10, 2023
The Power of Listening in Pharmacy Leadership | Brooke Griffin, PharmD
In this podcast episode, host Mike Koelzer and guest Brooke Griffin, a pharmacist and professor of pharmacy practice, discuss the importance of soft skills, self-awareness, and effective listening in various contexts, includi...
March 27, 2023
Pharmacy Identity Shift | Blair Thielemier, PharmD, Pharmapreneur Academy
Episode Summary: In this episode, host Mike Koelzer speaks with Blair Thielemeir, the founder of Pharmapreneur Academy, about the future of pharmacy and overcoming self-limiting beliefs. They explore the need for pharmacists ...
March 20, 2023
Lawfully Addicted: Chain Pharmacy's Role in Our Opioid Epidemic | Ray Carlson, R.Ph., Author
Host Mike Koelzer speaks with pharmacist Ray Carlson about the impact of chain pharmacies on the opioid epidemic The discussion centers on the challenges faced by chain pharmacists in complying with federal laws designed to p...
March 6, 2023
Gaining Traction in the Retail Market | Leeanna Gantt, tooktake Inventor
In this podcast, host Mike Koelzer interviews Leanna Gantt, inventor of tooktake Dosage Reminder Labels. Leanna shares her personal experience of creating the product to help people keep track of their medication and the chal...
Feb. 27, 2023
The Future of Pharmacy Pricing | Kyle McCormick, PharmD, Blueberry Pharmacy
Description: In this episode of the podcast, host Mike Koelzer talks to Kyle McCormick, a pharmacist and owner of Blueberry Pharmacy, about the future of pharmacy pricing. They discuss the evolution of the cost-plus pricing m...
Feb. 20, 2023
Primary & Secondary Pharmacy Wholesalers | Michael Solazzo, Capital Wholesale Drug Co.
Podcast Show Notes: Host Mike Koelzer interviews Michael Solazzo, Vice President of Sales and Marketing for Capital Wholesale Drug Company, on the relationships between primary and secondary wholesalers with independent pharm...
Jan. 23, 2023
Navigating Difficult Conversations with Pharmacy Staff | Patrick Lott, SHRM-CP
Patrick Lott, an executive and leadership coach, is discussing the gap between the expectations of employees and the reality of what is seen in the workplace, specifically in the field of pharmacy. He discusses the importance of investing in staff and creating a culture of trust and accountability within the organization.
Jan. 16, 2023
Assertiveness for Business Relationships | Tyson Clarke, MotherofSkill.com
Learn how to navigate relationships in the pharmacy and improve your leadership skills with professional trainer Tyson Clarke as he delves into the importance of assertiveness in both personal and professional settings.
Jan. 2, 2023
Trauma and its Effect on Pharmacists | Helen Sairany, PharmD, MBA
"Trauma is not limited to veterans. It's not limited to you going overseas in the middle of nowhere and getting in your battle zone and coming back with flashbacks and nightmares. It's about things that didn't happen to you, ...
Nov. 21, 2022
Inner Workings of a State Pharmacy Board | Ned Milenkovich, PharmD, Atty, Much Law
Ned Milenkovich, PharmD, Atty, discusses his time spent on a state pharmacy board. www.muchlaw.com
Nov. 7, 2022
Pharma and Profits | John LaMattina, PhD, Former President of Pfizer Global R&D
John LaMattina, PhD, former president of Pfizer Global R&D, discusses his most recent book "Innovation, Medicine & Drug Prices" https://www.amazon.com/John-L-LaMattina/e/B001JSHGZ4/ref=aufs_dp_fta_dsk Please support The Busin...