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The RegimenThe Regimen: Beyond the Counter - Precision and Possibilities with Dr. Joseph BizierPharmacists in Silicon Valley? Yeah… it’s a thing.In this final episode of Beyond the Counter, our special series spotlighting pharmacists in innovative and unexpected roles, we’re going deep into the world of HealthTech. Meet Dr. Joseph Bizier, pharmacist and Head of Clinical Program Design at Verily—yes, that Verily, the Alphabet (Google) company revolutionizing precision health.Join hosts Dr. Chansonida Uk and Dr. Jef Bratberg as they chat with Dr. Bizier about his journey from pharmacy to tech, what clinical design looks like at a cutting-edge digital health company, and how pharmacists are shap...2025-06-1342 min
The RegimenThe Regimen: Things I Wish I Knew Before Applying to a FellowshipCurious about pharmacy fellowships? Whether you're exploring industry roles, deep in the application process, or wondering what a “functional area” even means—this episode is for you. Host Chansonida Uk (URI PharmD '25) and Dr. Jef Bratberg are joined by Aminah Islam (URI PharmD '25) and Soeun An (URI PharmD '25), two incoming fellows, to unpack the fellowship journey: from applications and mentorship to interviews and building your portfolio. Plus, some rapid-fire Q&A fun to wrap it up.💡 Learn how pharmacists and students can advance public health through advocacy, education—and maybe a fellowship.🔗 Foll...2025-05-2132 min
The RegimenThe Regimen Season 17 Trailer: Pharmacists Beyond the Counter, Elevating Wellness, and Critical Challenges🎙️ Season 17 Trailer – The Regimen PodcastWelcome to Season 17 of The Regimen!This season, your hosts Chansonida Uk, PharmD Candidate ’25, and Dr. Jeffrey Bratberg are bringing the energy and diving deep into the bold, the hot topics, and the fascinating world of pharmacy and public health. From navigating the impact of HHS funding cuts to exploring how pharmacists are stepping beyond the counter to take on expanded roles in patient care—this season is packed with timely conversations and expert insights.Expect fresh perspectives, engaging conversations, and a lineup of special guests from across the pharmac...2025-04-2107 min
The RegimenThe Regimen Season 16 TeaserGet ready for a brand new season of The Regimen- co-hosted by Madi Hartling, URI PharmD Candidate '25, Jeffrey Bratberg, PharmD, FAPhA. This season we will dive into pharmacy and the arts, gender-affirming care, and many more exciting topics! Be sure to follow us on @PharmDPubHealth on Instagram and connect with us on LinkedIn. Turn on post notifications so you never miss an episode!2025-02-2602 minThe RegimenSeason 15 TrailerWelcome to Season 15 of The Regimen, a public health podcast!
Listen in to meet our hosts Allie O'Brien, URI PharmD Candidate '25 and Jef Bratberg, PharmD, FAPhA, and get a sneak peek of what we will be discussing throughout this season.
Stay tuned over the next few weeks to hear Allie, Jef, and their guests discuss water fluoridation, the global threat of antimicrobial resistance, obesity treatments for addiction, a special series exploring strategies for balancing the demands of pharmacy school, and so much more! 2025-01-1403 min
The RegimenCommunicating Vaccines Class Podcast Series Ep #5: Vaccinating College StudentsHappy Pharmacists' Month! In the penultimate episode 5 of the Communicating Vaccines class podcast series, URI PharmD students Hannah Chan, Alyssa Carneiro, and Gabrielle Andrade discuss strategies to inform college students about essential vaccines, and incentives to make certain as many students as possible receive them. Hosted by Dr. Bratberg. (Recorded April 22, 2024)2024-10-2113 min
The RegimenCommunicating Vaccines Class Series #3: Navigating the MMR Vaccination Conversation for a Resilient FutureIn episode 3 of the Communicating Vaccines class podcast series, URI PharmD students Gabrielle Blanco and Lauren Brown review recent and preventable measles outbreaks and the importance of communicating facts and allaying concerns about MMR vaccination for parents of young children. Hosted by Drs. Scarpa and Bratberg. (Recorded April 9, 2024)2024-10-1414 min
The RegimenNEW Special Series! Communicating Vaccines Class: Healthcare Worker VaccinationIn episode 1 of the Communicating Vaccines class podcast series, URI PharmD students Vinny Alfiero, Cormac Foley, Kayla Scofield, and Kaitlyn Staskywicz delve into the vaccination of healthcare workers and why vaccine uptake is so important in this population. Join guest host Dr. Jef Bratberg to unravel concerns, navigate the signs, and identify the barriers to healthcare worker vaccination. (Recorded March 26, 2024)2024-10-0711 min
The RegimenSeason 14 TrailerWelcome to Season 14 of The Regimen, a public health podcast!
Listen in to meet our hosts Liz Arnold, URI PharmD Candidate '25 and Jef Bratberg, PharmD, FAPhA, and get a sneak peek of what we will be discussing throughout this season.
Stay tuned over the next few weeks to hear Liz, Jef, and their guests discuss Medicinal Plants, H5N1 and Raw Milk, the non-antibiotic treatments for UTIs, male birth control, and so much more.2024-05-2202 min
The RegimenPharmacy: The Profession and its FutureUniversity of Rhode Island College of Pharmacy Dean Kerry LaPlante, PharmD, FCCP, FIDSA, FIDP joins Russ Scarpa, PharmD '24 and Jef Bratberg, PharmD, FAPhA to discuss pharmacy, advocacy, our professional identities, and her vision for the future of healthcare.2024-05-1433 min
The RegimenSeason 13 TrailerWelcome to Season 13 of the Regimen!
Stay tuned over the next several weeks to listen to Russ Scarpa, PharmD Candidate '24, Jef Bratberg, PharmD, FAPhA, and their guests discuss Fentanyl Exposure, STOP THE BLEED(R), PFAS, Provider Status, and so much more.
First full episode available Tuesday, April 23rd.2024-04-1802 minThe RegimenThe Regimen for Your Brain on SupplementsOn this episode of The Regimen, we discuss dietary supplements, brain health, and what you can do to help preserve memory!
Featuring our guest, Dr. Anne Hume.2024-03-1956 minThe RegimenThe STAT Regimen: Opill & MifepristoneBreaking News on pharmacy-related reproductive healthcare access!
Listen in to learn about mifepristone and Opill, coming soon to pharmacies near you.2024-03-1405 minThe RegimenThe Regimen for Rescheduling CannabisOn the latest episode of The Regimen, find out how possible legal changes to cannabis could impact patient access, research, and treatment!
Join us and our guest, Dr. Leah Sera, as we discuss rescheduling, de-scheduling, and other potential changes to cannabis laws.
2024-03-0831 minThe RegimenThe Regimen: Season 12 TrailerWelcome back to The Regimen, a public health podcast! Listen to meet our hosts for Season 12, Dr. Jeffrey Bratberg and Toni Sullo, and get a sneak peak at some upcoming topics for this season!2024-03-0602 minThe RegimenThe Regimen for KetamineIs ketamine the next breakthrough in mental health care?
Tune into this week's episode as Cassie Capezza and Dr. Jef Bratberg discuss the role of ketamine in treating mental health disorders, featuring our guest Dr. Rob Dufresne!2024-02-2936 minThe RegimenThe Regimen for State LegislationToday Cassie Capezza and Dr. Jeffrey Bratberg discuss state legislation with special guests Senator Meghan Kallman and Dr. Chris Federico.
Listen in to learn about recent Rhode Island legislation relating to pharmacy.2024-02-2332 minThe RegimenThe Regimen for Specialty CourtToday Cassie Capezza and Dr. Jeffrey Bratberg discuss specialty courts with guests working with Community Corrections in Massachusetts, Dr. Joe Sawicki and Dr. Ekaterina Pivovarova.
Listen in to learn about how a pharmacist role can fit into the court system.2024-02-0651 minThe RegimenThe Regimen for Policy AdvocacyToday's episode is a conversation with Cassie Capezza and Dr. Jeffrey Bratberg with special guest, Andrea Gustafson.
Andrea gives great insight about policy development and her experience in the field so far. Listen in to hear how this connects with pharmacy advocacy! 2024-01-2520 minThe RegimenSTAT: COVID Vaccine MisinformationDr. Bratberg and Cassie Capezza talk about a recent topic in the headlines, mRNA COVID-19 vaccine misinformation provided by the surgeon general of Florida.
Discuss how to address public health rumors and where to find current and accurate vaccine information. 2024-01-2303 minThe RegimenThe Regimen on Recovery: Part 2/2In this episode of The Regimen, Dr. Jeffrey Bratberg and Cassie Capezza will be continuing their talk with Stephen Murray regarding recovery from opioid use disorder.
Part 1/2 of this episode was posted on January 16th and is available to listen to now!2024-01-1825 minThe RegimenThe Regimen on Recovery: Part 1/2In this episode of The Regimen, Dr. Jeffrey Bratberg and Cassie Capezza will be talking with Stephen Murray regarding recovery from opioid use disorder.
Part 2/2 of this episode will be available to listen to on Thursday, January 18th. 2024-01-1644 minThe RegimenThe Regimen: Season 11 TrailerWelcome back to The Regimen, a public health podcast! Listen in to meet our hosts for Season 11, Dr. Jeffrey Bratberg and Cassie Capezza. Get a glimpse at some topics we'll be discussing throughout this season!
There will be several new topics introduced this season, as well as special guests who are experts in their field and have personal experiences to share. The New Year brings many exciting things, especially with various new bills related to public health being introduced; Like expanding provider status to pharmacists - another first - a series across seasons and co-hosts this 2024 legislative...2024-01-0902 minThe RegimenThe Regimen for Liberating MethadoneFor this episode of the Regimen we are joined by an incredible guest, Aaron Ferguson.
We have an important conversation about liberating methadone. Listen in to learn more!2023-12-1136 minThe RegimenThe Regimen: DoxyPEP featuring Dr. Philip ChanSexually transmitted infections (STIs) are a growing problem that needs change!
Listen in to our episode to learn more about DoxyPEP with our incredible guest Dr. Philip Chan.2023-12-0431 minThe RegimenThe Regimen: Overdose Prevention Centers featuring Brandon MarshallIn this episode of The Regimen our incredible guest Brandon Marshall tells us about Overdose Prevention Centers!
Listen in to learn more!!2023-11-2743 minThe RegimenThe STAT Regimen: Opioid Use Disorder VaccinesNew opioid use disorder treatments making waves!
Listen in to find out more about the potential of OUD vaccines.2023-11-2008 minThe RegimenThe Regimen: Student Recruitment with Nisha KakwaniCurious about the University of Rhode Island's College of Pharmacy?
Listen to this episode where Nisha Kakwani a current PharmD Candidate tells us all about her experience here at URI !2023-11-1316 minThe RegimenThe Regimen: Diversity in Pharmacy and Health EquityIn this thought-provoking podcast episode, we delve into the critical intersection of diversity in pharmacy and health equity with our esteemed guest speaker, Dr. Brown.
Join us as we explore the multifaceted aspects of diversity within the pharmacy profession and its profound impact on healthcare access and outcomes. Dr. Brown, a leading expert in the field, shares insights, personal experiences, and innovative strategies to address health disparities.
Scholarship for Underrepresented students in Pharmacy:
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2023-11-0643 minThe RegimenThe Regimen for Overworked PharmacistsHave you heard of Pharmageddon?
In this episode, we are having an important conversation about pharmacist working conditions. Listen in to find out what is going on in pharmacies today and what WE can do to help!2023-10-3008 minThe RegimenSpooktacular Safety: A guide to a safe halloweenIn this special episode of The Regimen, we cover all the important tips you need for a safe and healthy Halloween.
Join us for a spooktacular Halloween! 2023-10-2403 minThe RegimenThe Regimen Season 10 TrailerWelcome back to the Regimen, a public health podcast! Listen to meet our hosts for season 10, Elisa Piraino and Dr. Jeffrey Bratberg, and get a sneak peek at what we will discuss throughout this season.2023-10-2302 minThe RegimenThe Regimen: Gun Safety in Public HealthIn this episode of The Regimen, we discuss the deep correlation of gun safety and public health. Join us as we explore the critical issues surrounding responsible firearm ownership and the impact on community well-being.
Whether you are a gun owner or simply concerned for the safety of your community this episode provides important information on what we can do to have a safer, healthier future.
2023-10-1818 minThe RegimenThe Regimen: Back to URI with Brindley Rospars PharmDIn this special episode of The Regimen we have Dr. Brindley Rospars joining us. She is a recent URI graduate doing her fellowship in Global Medical Affairs in Neuroscience for Janssen Pharmaceutical.
Tune in to find out about her experience at URI and how URI helped her get to where she is right now! 2023-10-1621 minThe RegimenThe Regimen: HPV Vaccine in College StudentsIn this episode of The Regimen, we dissect the crucial topic of HPV vaccination among college students. Join us as we explore the significance of HPV vaccine and the compelling reasons why it's important for college students to get vaccinated.
Don't miss this vital discussion on how the vaccine can protect both the health of individuals and the broader community! 2023-10-1314 minThe RegimenThe Regimen for Phenomenal Phaculty with Todd Brothers PharmDIn this insightful episode, we sit down with Dr. Todd Brothers, a faculty member at the URI College of Pharmacy, to delve into his extensive teaching journey and his profound expectations for the ever evolving field of pharmacy.
Join us as we explore his vision for the future of pharmacy education and how it intertwines with the rapidly advancing landscape of pharmacy. 2023-10-1026 minThe RegimenThe STAT Regimen: Fall Vaccine UpdateIn this episode of The Regimen, we cover the latest update on fall vaccines. Explore the new COVID 19 vaccine, the importance of the annual flu vaccine, and the new RSV vaccines.
Join us for a quick dive into these critical updates!2023-10-0609 minThe RegimenThe Regimen Season 9 Trailer
Welcome back to The Regimen, a public health podcast! Listen to meet our hosts for season 8, JiWoo Lee and Dr. Jeffrey Bratberg, and to get a sneak peek at what we will be discussing throughout this season.
2023-10-0302 minThe RegimenThe Regimen: Back to URI with Aneesha BhatiaTune into The Regimen- your updates for Rhode Island public health.
We're back to school and Aneesha is back on The Regimen! Season 1 host Aneesha is here to talk about her experience at the University of Rhode Island College of Pharmacy.
2023-09-2217 minThe RegimenThe Regimen: The Utility of Drug Checking ServicesTune into The Regimen - your updates for Rhode Island public health. Join our discussion about what other substances are being found in street drug supply, different technologies and workflow used to test drug samples, how and where drug checking can be implemented, and so much more.
Joining us today is Jarred Aasen, a pharmacist who received Canada’s first federal exemption for a drug-checking service, through his organization Lantern Services.
This episode concludes season 8 of The Regimen. Ashley and Lucas had so much fun during this experience as co...2023-07-2440 minThe RegimenThe Regimen for ChatGPT in HealthcareTune into The Regimen: your updates for Rhode Island public health. Join our discussion about how we believe ChatGPT and other AI models may be implemented into the healthcare system.
Listen to hear more about what AI is currently capable of and what issues may need to be resolved before taking a large role.
All this and more on the latest episode of The Regimen!2023-07-1728 minThe RegimenThe Regimen: Cannabis PharmacyTune into The Regimen - your updates for Rhode Island public health. Join our discussion about the pharmacists role in cannabis, possible drug-drug interactions to be aware of in terms of cannabis, and more!
We are joined by Dr. Lauren Vrabel, a cannabis pharmacist from Pittsburgh where she is also a preceptor to pharmacy students. Be sure to learn all about this and more on the latest episode of The Regimen!
2023-07-1033 minThe RegimenThe Regimen for Pharmacy Syringe AccessTune into The Regimen: your updates for Rhode Island public health. Join our discussion about the pharmacist role in syringe access and how to implement harm reduction strategies in the pharmacy.
We are happy to have Dr. T. Stephen Jones with us on this episode discussing his work as an expert in his field of epidemiology as well as his efforts to reduce stigma in the public.
All this and more on the latest episode of The Regimen!2023-06-2836 minThe RegimenThe Stat Regimen: Rhode Island Bill PassageTune into the STAT Regimen - your STAT update for what is going on in Rhode Island public health! Learn about the bills that were just recently passed during the 2023 legislative session. Listen in to hear about the bills we are hoping to pass next year.
We would like to give a special shoutout to everyone involved in getting these bills passed and look forward to working with everyone again soon!2023-06-2217 minThe RegimenThe Stat Regimen: Mpox UpdateTune into The Stat Regimen - your STAT update for what is going on in Rhode Island public health! Learn about the most recent mpox updates including who is considered high risk, how mpox is transmitted, and preventative measures. 2023-06-2009 minThe RegimenThe Regimen - Breast CancerTune into The Regimen - your updates for Rhode Island public health. Join our discussion about the pharmacist role in breast cancer screening and prevention, as well as the newest recommendation for mammogram screening to begin at the age of forty.
We are joined by three amazing guests! Dr. Britny Brown, an oncologist pharmacist whose current clinical practice site at Smilow Cancer Center at Westerly Hospital. Also joining us are Cassie Capezza and Erica Lee, two Doctor of Pharmacy Students at the University of Rhode Island. 2023-06-1929 minThe RegimenThe STAT Regimen: Wildfire Smoke ExposureTune into the STAT Regimen - your STAT update for what is going on in Rhode Island public health! Learn about the recent wildfire smoke that have been blanketing the East Coast and Midwest. Listen in to hear how this extreme weather can cause health problems and learn how to protect yourself and others from it and more!2023-06-1418 minThe RegimenThe STAT Regimen: ADHD Medication Shortages, What are the Options?Tune into the STAT Regimen - your STAT update for what is going on in Rhode Island public health! Learn about the current backorder and shortages of many ADHD treatment medications. Listen in to hear updates on when this production issue is estimated to be resolved, as well as advice for those still having difficulties getting their ADHD medications!2023-06-1305 minThe RegimenThe Regimen for MS and Specialty Drug PricesMany patients with chronic conditions have difficulties affording the specialty medications that come with it, resulting in worsening health outcomes as well as additional stressors to their daily lives. Learn about potential solutions that pharmacists and other healthcare provider can do to help patients! Also listen to our special guest Tracie Souza and her experiences living with Multiple Sclerosis (MS) and what she went through to get the medications she is currently taking. All this and more on the latest episode of The Regimen!2023-06-0843 minThe RegimenThe STAT Regimen: NalmefeneTune into the STAT Regimen - your STAT update for what is going on in Rhode Island public health! Learn about the recent FDA approval of nalmefene, a long-acting opioid antagonist. listen in to hear updates on some of the concerns, and how it compares to naloxone.2023-06-0703 minThe RegimenThe STAT Regimen: Brixadi ApprovalTune into The STAT Regimen - your STAT update for what is going on in Rhode Island public health! Learn about the recent FDA approval of Brixadi, a long acting buprenorphine! Listen in to hear updates on some of the concerns, the differences with other medications like Sublocade and more!2023-06-0603 minThe RegimenThe Regimen Season 8 TrailerWelcome back to The Regimen, a public health podcast! Listen to meet our hosts for season 8, Lucas Nicolau, Ashley Chiarello and Dr. Jeffrey Bratberg, and to get a sneak peek at what we will be discussing throughout this season.2023-05-3103 minThe RegimenThe Regimen for Hepatitis EliminationJust in time for National Hepatitis Awareness Month, we discuss the regimen for eliminating hepatitis. With topics ranging from policy advocacy to drug decriminalization, tune in to hear our conversation with guest Dr. Adrienne Simmons, PharmD, MS, Director of Programs for the National Viral Hepatitis Roundtable.2023-05-1049 minThe RegimenThe Regimen for Oral HealthOral health is critical to many facets of well-being. From how we eat, talk, and even smile, the impact dentistry can have on an individual's quality of life is impressive. Listen into our conversation with Dr. Connie Wang, PharmD and DMD candidate, to learn more about the intersection between public and oral health.2023-05-0345 minThe RegimenThe Regimen for Community Health Workers in PharmaciesWe know that our social determinants of health play a huge role in the state of public health - but what else can pharmacies do to to help their communities beyond medications and immunizations? Listen in to our conversation with Dr. Annie Eisenbeis, PharmD, MBA, as we discuss how Community Health Workers can play a valuable role in the places they serve, and strategies you can take from these models to implement in your own practice.2023-04-2738 minThe RegimenThe Regimen for MisinformationJoined by Dr. Caitlyn Blake, a PGY2 Medication Use Safety & Policy Resident, we discuss the current state of misinformation impacting us today in healthcare & beyond. Listen to learn more about practical solutions to misinformation, communicating strategies for media literacy, and more!2023-04-1946 minThe RegimenThe Regimen for Over The Counter NaloxoneJoined by guests Dr. Anita Jacobson, PharmD and Ashley Zanetis, PharmD Candidate 2023, we discuss the recent approval of naloxone for over the counter use. Will cost impact the true accessibility of this switch? Should naloxone be placed in public settings? Will this be a behind-the-counter medication, or will we be seeing supply right in the aisles? Listen to hear more!2023-04-1336 minThe RegimenThe STAT Regimen: Legislative UpdateTune into our first ever episode of The STAT Regimen - your STAT update for what is going on in Rhode Island public health policy! Joined by guest Dr. Chris Federico, our hosts discuss recent bills making their way through the RI Senate. Listen in to hear updates on pharmacist prescribed hormonal contraception, tobacco cessation medications, HIV prevention medications, and more.2023-04-1117 minThe RegimenSeason 7 TrailerWelcome back to The Regimen, a public health podcast! Listen to meet our hosts for season 7, Brindley Rospars and Dr. Jeffrey Bratberg, and to get a sneak peek at what we will be discussing throughout this season. 2023-04-1002 minThe RegimenThe Regimen for Smoking CessationSTOP……
TOBACCO USE!
We are so excited to share this week’s episode! The Regimen for Smoking Cessation, featuring incredibly special guests Anne DiGiulio of the American Lung Association, and Julia Doherty of The Rhode Island Department of Health. Don’t miss out while we break down the current landscape for tobacco & nicotine use on both a state and national level.
The Regimen team is incredibly thankful for Anne and Julia lending their time to share insightful perspectives, teach us more about tobacco & nicotine use, and...2023-03-3142 minThe RegimenThe Regimen for Emerging VaccinesCheck out this weeks episode on The Regimen for Emerging Vaccines, with featured guest and esteemed URI College of Pharmacy Professor Dr. Kelly Matson. Who better share education and talk about pediatrics than our very own pediatric specialist. Hear about the most recent developments for novel vaccines for RSV and more on this week of The Regimen.
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Find us everywhere @PharmDPubHealth2023-03-2335 minThe RegimenThe Regimen for Prison HealthListen in with former RIDOC Medical Director Dr. Justin Berk as he shares his experience and hot takes on the RI Prison system and the carceral system as a whole. From OUD, housing, and the COVID-19 pandemic, we cover it all.2023-03-1549 minThe RegimenThe Regimen for Anti-Obesity MedicationsTune in to listen to the Season 6 Premiere of The regimen Public Health Podcast. New Host Jake Lawrence PharmD ’23, and standing host Jeffrey Bratberg PharmD take a deep dive into recent social media phenomenons and miracle diabetes medications- GLP-1 Ra drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy. Today we are joined by two very special guests - Registered Pharmacist, URI College of Pharmacy Professor and Certified Diabetes Outpatient Educator, Dr. Lisa Cohen, to give her expert opinion on these hot to market drugs, and Register Nurse and URI Alum, Angelina Aguiar, to discuss her personal experience using Saxenda, a GLP-1 indicated fo...2023-03-0936 minThe RegimenSeason 6 TeaserWelcome back! Tune in for a sneak peak at the great topics and discussion we have planned for Season 6 of The Regimen, a public health podcast.2023-03-0103 minThe RegimenThe Regimen for Medication Abortion AccessTune in to hear about the recently expanded access of mifepristone, now able to be dispensed through REMS certified pharmacies. Today we are joined by two amazing guests- family medicine Dr. Andrea Arena and third-year Brown medical student, Rachel Moody, in discussing the current landscape of medication abortion, barriers to access, recommendations for reproductive justice advocacy, and more! 2023-02-061h 09The RegimenThe Regimen for Expanding Buprenorphine Access: Collaborative Pharmacy-based InductionIn 2022, the opioid crisis claimed over 100,000 lives. Expanding access to medication assisted substance use disorder treatment has never been so critical. Now, with the DEA X-waiver eliminated, the opportunity to provide life saving treatment is that much easier. This week The Regimen is proud to welcome the team responsible for a pivotal study that evaluated a pharmacy based approach to buprenorphine treatment. Today we get an exclusive behind the scenes look at the efforts that made this research possible and first-hand evidence of its impact on patients.2023-02-0442 minThe RegimenThe Regimen for Point of Care Testing and Medication AdministrationWe're joined this week by two fantastic guests, Dr. Virginia Lemay and Dr. Audrey Whalen. We discuss potential benefits and barriers to expanding point of care testing and the changing landscape of medication administration services in community pharmacies. 2023-01-2556 minThe RegimenThe Regimen for Health MisinformationListen to hear our hosts joined by two amazing guests- Joseph Kennedy and Russel Scarpa in discussing the changing landscape of information exchange, the "right" to spread health misinformation, and it's detrimental effects on public health.2023-01-1759 minThe RegimenThe Regimen Season 5 - TeaserWelcome back! We're kicking off our second year and season 5 of The Regimen by giving you a glimpse into what we have planned for 2023. 2023-01-1103 min
The RegimenThe Regimen for PsychedelicsDr Rob Dufresne joins us to discuss psychedelic drugs, their potential uses in the treatment of mental health disorders, and their status as controlled substances.2022-07-0639 minThe RegimenThe Regimen for Pre-Exposure ProphylaxisDr. Amy Nunn, the Executive Director at the Rhode Island Public Health Institute and a key founder of Open-Door Health, joins us to discuss HIV exposure, vulnerable populations such as LGBTQ+ communities, and how infection risks can be minimized using PrEP therapy.2022-06-2933 minThe RegimenThe Regimen for HCVDr. Lynn Taylor, director of RI Defeats Hep C and physician director of HIV and Viral Hepatitis Services at CODAC Behavioral Health, joins us to discuss efforts to eliminate Hepatitis C Virus in Rhode Island and the role Pharmacists can play in its prevention, treatment, and education.2022-06-2244 minThe RegimenThe Regimen for Professional EthicsJoined by associate professor of sociology at Saint Louis University, Professor Elizabeth Chiarello, this episode discusses professional ethics and conscience clauses as they relate to pharmacy.
2022-06-1527 minThe RegimenThe Regimen for MonkeypoxOn this episode, we are joined by our fellow co-host, Dr Bratberg, to discuss the monkeypox virus infection in the United States and other non-endemic countries; including how it it transmitted, diagnosed, prevented and treated.2022-06-0823 minThe RegimenThe Regimen for Pharmacy QualityOn this episode of The Regimen, we are joined by Dr. Nick Dorich, Pharmacy Quality Solutions Associate Director of Pharmacy Accounts and host of the Quality Corner Show. We discuss methods for measuring health care quality, and how they can be applied to the measurement of pharmacy quality in improving patient care.2022-06-0130 minThe RegimenThe Regimen Season 4 - Topic TeaserHey everyone, Season 4 of The Regimen is here! Listen to hear what topics we will be discussing in the upcoming season - quality measures, monkey-pox, Hepatitis C, Lyme Disease, psychedelics, PREP/STI care and more!2022-05-2701 minThe RegimenThe Regimen Season 4 - IntroductionThe Regimen returns for its fourth season. Meet co-hosts Amanda Rocha and Zachary Oquendo, and join us for weekly episodes as we discuss topics like infectious diseases, pharmacy quality measures, and more.2022-05-2702 minThe RegimenThe Regimen for Legislation and Implementation of Pharmacist Prescribed Hormonal ContraceptionOn this episode, we welcomed Dr. Chris Federico and Dr. Sally Rafie to The Regimen. Chris is the President of the Rhode Island Pharmacist Association, and Sally is the founder of the Birth Control Pharmacist Project. Chris and Sally joined us to discuss legislation and implementation of pharmacist prescribed hormonal contraception here in Rhode Island. 2022-05-0949 minThe RegimenThe Regimen for Older Patient Advocacy & Student Pharmacist InvolvementOn this episode of The Regimen, we welcome Dr. Erica Estus and Lisa Morris, pharmacists who are involved with American Society of Consultant Pharmacists. Listen to our discussion about their roles in ASCP, how they advocate for their patients, as well as the importance of student pharmacist participation in pharmacy organizations.2022-05-0353 minThe RegimenThe Regimen for the Pharmacist's Role in Pain ManagementOn this episode of The Regimen, we welcome Dr. Thomas Franko, an ambulatory care pharmacist and associate professor of pharmacy practice at Wilkes University. Dr. Franko joins us to discuss the draft CDC clinical practice guideline for prescribing opioids as well as the pharmacist’s role in pain management.2022-04-2747 minThe RegimenThe Regimen for Staying Up to Date on COVID-19On this episode of The Regimen, we welcome Dr. Booth Wainscoat, an infectious disease consultant, to discuss COVID-19 vaccines, fear surrounding COVID-19, and long-haul COVID. Dr. Wainscoat tells us about his experience treating patients with COVID-19, and how difficult it can be to talk about. We also discuss some myths surrounding COVID-19 vaccines, and what scientists are working on to disprove these claims. 2022-04-1845 minThe RegimenThe Regimen for Correcting Vaccine MisinformationHey listeners, the first episode of Season 3 of The Regimen is here! We are joined by Karen Ernst, executive director at Voices for Vaccines, to discuss vaccine misinformation, vaccine hesitancy, and where to find credible vaccine information. 2022-04-0941 minThe RegimenThe Regimen Season 3 - TeaserHey everyone, Season 3 of The Regimen is here! Listen to hear what topics we will be discussing in the upcoming season - misinformation, COVID-19, geriatrics, the benefit of patient counseling, pharmacist prescribed hormonal contraception, and more!2022-04-0703 minThe RegimenThe Regimen for Pharmacy AdvocacyTo wrap up season 2 we welcome URI/Walgreens PGY-1 community resident Dr. Joe Honig and URI PharmD Candidate and former public health student Mike Burkett to discuss advocacy projects they have been working on throughout the year and how pharmacists can advocate for the profession.2022-03-2549 minThe RegimenThe Regimen for Expedited Partner TherapyThis week we were live at Seminar by the Sea with special guests Dr. Kelly Matson and Dr. Erica Hardy to discuss the updated CDC STI guidelines and expedited partner therapy, or EPT and how we can increase the access to this service.2022-03-1941 minThe RegimenThe Regimen for Pharmacist Prescriptive AuthorityThis week we welcome Dr. Anita Jacobson to The Regimen to discuss pharmacist prescriptive authority. We also take a look at hormonal contraceptive and tobacco cessation prescribing bills introduced in Rhode Island and across the country and how passage of those bills will benefit public health.2022-03-1155 min
The RegimenThe Regimen for Pharmacist Portrayal in the MediaHey Regimen listeners! Listen to our new episode where we tackle pharmacist portrayal in the media with our special guests, Dr. Britney Brown and PharmD Candidates Caroline Sweeney and Johnny Trolander. We discuss how pharmacists are portrayed and how we can change that portrayal in the future.2022-03-0448 minThe RegimenThe Regimen for HIV PrEP and Pharmacist Medication AdministrationHey Regimen listeners, the first episode of season 2 is here! Did you know that the new HIV PrEP guidelines recommend a new injectable medication? Did you know that pharmacists can administer this medication in most states pursuant to a valid prescription? Listen to hear us talk about HIV PrEP, how pharmacists can increase access and use of PrEP, and the benefits of pharmacist medication administration.2022-02-2733 minThe RegimenThe Regimen for Drug DecriminalizationHey listeners, tune in to our final episode of season 1 of The Regimen. This week we welcomed special guest Dr. Vibhuti Arya to talk with us about drug decriminalization and what that means for public health and pharmacists. Make sure to subscribe to The Regimen and be on the lookout for season 2!2022-02-1842 minThe RegimenThe Regimen Season 2 - TeaserHey Listeners, Season 2 of the Regimen is here! Listen to preview the topics we will be diving into for the upcoming season - HIV PrEP, Nicotine Replacement Therapy and Contraceptive Bills, EPT and Sexual Health, and more!2022-02-1802 minThe RegimenThe Regimen for Drug Decriminalization- TeaserHey Regimen listeners! We have a very special guest on our show this week to talk about drug decriminalizaiton!! Listen to this little clip to find out who it is! 2022-02-0901 minThe RegimenThe Regimen for Healthcare Worker BurnoutHey Regimen listeners! Do you feel burned out after this long ride of the COVID-19 pandemic? Well, fear not. We talk about burnout here on The Regimen because we care about healthcare workers. Let us know what you think! 2022-02-0353 minThe RegimenThe Regimen for COVID TherapeuticsHello everyone! We are back again with another episode of The Regimen. This week we discussed all of our anti-virals out there in the treatment guidelines of COVID-19. We discussed renal dose adjustments, side effects, availability of products, racial disparities in COVID treatment, and more! We can't wait for you to listen. 2022-01-2843 minThe RegimenThe Regimen for COVID-19 Therapeutics- TeaserHey listeners! Here's a snippet of what we're going to be discussing tomorrow. Get ready to listen to us discuss monoclonal antibodies, ineffective covid-19 treatments, anti-virals, antimicrobial stewardship, and more! 2022-01-2701 minThe RegimenThe Regimen for All Things COVID-19Hey listeners! Listen to our new episode, featuring Chris Federico, where we discuss masking, vaccines, OMICRON, and pharmacy advocacy. Follow us on Twitter @PharmDPubHealth. Can't wait to hear what you guys think! 2022-01-201h 00The RegimenThe Regimen for All Things COVID-19 TeaserWelcome back to the Regimen! Tune in for a sample of what we will be discussing tomorrow with Dr. Jef Bratberg and Rhode Island Pharmacist Association President, Chris Federico. 2022-01-1901 minThe RegimenThe Regimen for College Mental HealthHello everyone! We are back with another episode on The Regimen. Tune in to hear our guest speakers, a current pharmacy student and a pharmacy resident, discuss how their mental health and emotional stability was impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. We hope that you will enjoy our discussion. 2022-01-171h 02The RegimenThe Regimen for College Mental Health- TeaserHello everyone! We are back again with a very exciting topic: mental health during the pandemic. Listen in to hear more about how college students mental health was affected by the pandemic and how they dealt with it! 2022-01-1301 minThe RegimenPharmacists are the COVID Experts: Pediatric VaccinationListen now to the latest updates about the COVID-19 pandemic, Pfizer’s vaccine trial for children aged 2-5 years old, and Dr. Ginger Lemay, Rhode Island Pharmacist Association President-Elect, discussing her experiences with and best practices for vaccinating children.2022-01-1040 min
The RegimenIntroduction to The RegimenHello everyone! We are so excited to introduce "The Regimen." A discussion where public health pharmacists, pharmacy students, and their guests discuss the latest public health issues relevant to all health care providers, their patients, and policymakers. Listen to find out how pharmacists and pharmacy students like me can improve population health, health equity, and patient care through advocacy and education. This is a little introduction to what our first episode is going to be about. 2022-01-0701 min