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HelixTalk - Rosalind Franklin University's College of Pharmacy Podcast187 - Infectious Ambitions: A Pharmacist's Career Pivot from Clinical to IndustryIn this episode, we interview Morgan Anderson, PharmD, BCIDP, a graduate of the RFUMS College of Pharmacy, about her career path from a pharmacy resident, emergency medicine specialist, infectious diseases specialist, and now a medical sciences liaison. The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed in this podcast are solely Dr. Anderson’s own and do not necessarily reflect the views, positions, or policies of her employer. This podcast is conducted in a personal capacity, and any reference to her professional background is for context only. Key Concepts Having a wide breadth of skills and making yo...2025-01-2339 minHelixTalk - Rosalind Franklin University's College of Pharmacy Podcast174 - Finding Your Mount Rushmore: The Journey of an Industry PharmacistIn this episode, we interview Scott Glosner, PharmD, MPH, BCPS about his extensive experience working at Pfizer in medical outcomes and as a field medical director. Dr. Glosner will share his career journey from a clinical pharmacist transitioning into the pharmaceutical industry in the late 1990s and what current pharmacists and students should know about a job in a pharmaceutical company. Key Concepts Pharmacists are playing an increasingly important role within the pharmaceutical industry. Prior clinical experience is a significant advantage to applicants for these positions. Key characteristics of a competitive pharmacist applicant for an industry...2023-12-0439 minHelixTalk - Rosalind Franklin University's College of Pharmacy Podcast170 - Hope and Healing: Overcoming Opioid Use Disorder Through Evidence-Based TherapiesIn this episode, together with our faculty colleague, Dr. Roberta Dume, PharmD, BCPP, we discuss the pharmacologic options and evidence for the treatment of opioid use disorder (OUD) and how pharmacists play a vital role in assisting patients suffering from opioid use disorder. Key Concepts The treatment for OUD should be provided by either the treating clinician or a certified Opioid Treatment Provider (OTP) using one of three FDA-approved therapies which include buprenorphine, methadone, and naltrexone. Selection of the OUD treatment depends on availability of treatment provider; pharmacologic agent specific factors such as efficacy, dose titration...2023-08-2944 minHelixTalk - Rosalind Franklin University's College of Pharmacy Podcast155 - Oncology 911: Tumor Lysis Syndrome as an Oncologic EmergencyIn this episode, we invite Dr. Amir Ali, PharmD, BCOP to discuss with us the pathophysiology, risk factors, prevention, and treatment clinical pearls of tumor lysis syndrome TLS). Key Concepts TLS is caused by rapid cell death of cancerous cells that results in intracellular contents “spilling” into the blood – this leads to high serum uric acid, high serum potassium, high serum phosphate, and LOW calcium. These laboratory abnormalities cause acute kidney injury (via crystal formation in the kidney), arrhythmias (from hyperkalemia), and seizures (from high phosphate and low calcium). Patients at highest risk for TLS are those...2022-10-1844 minHelixTalk - Rosalind Franklin University's College of Pharmacy Podcast148 - Grit, Determination, and Entrepreneurship: A Pharmacist’s Career Path to Starting an Independent PharmacyIn this episode, we interview Hetal Patel, PharmD and RFUMS COP Alumni, regarding her career path that eventually led her to open Lebanon Family Pharmacy in TN in 2021. We discuss the challenges and opportunities of starting a new independent pharmacy and what the future of independent pharmacy looks like. Key Concepts Starting a new, independent pharmacy requires substantial planning 8 to 12 months before the pharmacy’s doors even open. New pharmacy owners need to consider a variety of factors such as location, type of building, a business plan with financial analysis, a variety of building and pharmacy in...2022-05-2452 minHelixTalk - Rosalind Franklin University's College of Pharmacy Podcast146 - New Drugs for Bad Bugs: Six Newer Antibiotics for Multidrug Resistant PathogensIn this episode, we discuss six newer antibiotics that target multidrug resistant gram negative bacteria with Dr. Christie Bertram, PharmD, BCIDP. We review common resistance mechanisms, particularly to carbapenems, and highlight the current role in therapy for the following antibiotics: ceftolozane/tazobactam (Zerbaxa®), ceftazidime/avibactam (Avycaz®), meropenem/vaborbactam (Vabomere®), imipenem/cilastatin/relebactam (Recarbrio®), cefiderocol (Fetroja®), and eravacycline (Xerava®). Key Concepts Ceftolozane/tazobactam (Zerbaxa®) is primarily used for multidrug resistant Pseudomonas; it does not cover carbapenemase-producing organisms and (despite the tazobactam) needs metronidazole for intra-abdominal anaerobic coverage. Ceftazidime/avibactam (Avycaz®) is primarily used to cover CRE (Carbapenem-resistant Enterobacterales) but also has...2022-04-1239 minHelixTalk - Rosalind Franklin University's College of Pharmacy Podcast126 - Alex, I’ll Take Enterococcal Resistance Patterns and Treatments for $1000In this episode, we chat with Morgan Anderson, PharmD, BCIDP and alumna of RFUMS, about Enterococcal infections including patterns of antimicrobial resistance and recommended treatment options.2021-02-1649 minHelixTalk - Rosalind Franklin University's College of Pharmacy Podcast118 - Cocaine and Beta-blockers: Absolute Contraindication or Medical Myth?In this episode, we discuss the proposed risks of using beta blockers in patients with cocaine use disorders and whether evidence supports this drug interaction as an “absolute” contraindication.2020-09-0134 minHelixTalk - Rosalind Franklin University's College of Pharmacy Podcast117 - The Yin and Yang of ACEi/ARBs:How Do They Help and Harm Kidneys?In this episode, we dive into the pharmacology of ACE inhibitors and ARBs, particularly understanding how they assist in preserving renal function in CKD and yet at the same time can harm the kidneys (e.g. cause AKI).2020-08-1140 minHelixTalk - Rosalind Franklin University's College of Pharmacy Podcast116 - Taking Your Patient Counseling Skills to the Next Level: Clinical Pearls and Pitfalls to AvoidIn this episode, we partner with Dr. Danielle Candelario and Dr. Sneha Srivastava, clinical skills faculty at our college, to discuss tips, tricks, and common pitfalls to avoid when performing medication counseling.2020-07-2137 minHelixTalk - Rosalind Franklin University's College of Pharmacy Podcast115 - What Every Pharmacist Should Know to Conquer Staph Aureus InfectionsIn this episode, we discuss the historical significance of Staphylococcus aureus including its patterns of antimicrobial resistance and recommended treatments.2020-06-3040 minHelixTalk - Rosalind Franklin University's College of Pharmacy Podcast114 - What Else to Lose Beside Weight? Nutritional and Pharmacologic Consequences of Bariatric SurgeriesIn this episode, we discuss important nutritional deficiencies as well as pharmacologic changes that occur in post-bariatric surgery patients.2020-06-0942 minHelixTalk - Rosalind Franklin University's College of Pharmacy Podcast113 - The Top 10 Clinical Pearls for Total Parenteral Nutrition (TPN)In this episode, we review ten clinical pearls about total parenteral nutrition (TPN) that all pharmacists should know.2020-05-1931 minHelixTalk - Rosalind Franklin University's College of Pharmacy Podcast112 - Fishing for Benefits - The Evidence for ASCVD Risk Reduction for Fish OilsIn this episode, we will discuss the most recent evidence for the use of omega-3 fatty acids (fish oil) for ASCVD risk reduction.2020-04-2842 minHelixTalk - Rosalind Franklin University's College of Pharmacy Podcast111 - The Basics of Immune Checkpoint Inhibitors for Non-Oncology Healthcare ProvidersIn this episode, we chat with Eris Tollkuci, PharmD, BCOP regarding what every non-onc healthcare provider should know about immune checkpoint inhibitors (specifically PD-1/PD-L1 inhibitors) in patients with cancer.2020-04-0735 minHelixTalk - Rosalind Franklin University's College of Pharmacy Podcast110 - Top 10 Updated Recommendations from the ADA Standards of Care 2020In this episode, we summarize some of the most significant changes in the newest version of American Diabetes Association - 2020 Standards of Medical Care in Diabetes guidelines.2020-03-1739 minHelixTalk - Rosalind Franklin University's College of Pharmacy Podcast109 - Clinical Controversy: Can Obese Patients Take DOACs for Acute VTE?In this episode, we review the pros, cons, and literature regarding the use of DOACs versus warfarin in obese patients with venous thromboembolism.2020-02-2526 minHelixTalk - Rosalind Franklin University's College of Pharmacy Podcast108 - 6 Reasons to be Addicted to Lifestyle MedicineIn this episode, we provide an overview of lifestyle medicine, its six pillars, and how it plays a role in improving health outcomes.2020-02-0436 minHelixTalk - Rosalind Franklin University's College of Pharmacy Podcast107 - You’re Going to Go Bananas Over this Brief Review of HyperkalemiaIn this episode, we discuss clinical pearls and management related to chronic and acute hyperkalemia.2020-01-1441 minHelixTalk - Rosalind Franklin University's College of Pharmacy Podcast106 - It’s Finally Here! The 2019 IDSA CAP GuidelinesIn this episode, we discuss the important updates in the 2019 IDSA Community Acquired Pneumonia (CAP) guidelines with Dr. Christie Bertram, PharmD, an Infectious Diseases Clinical Pharmacist and Assistant Professor at Rosalind Franklin University’s College of Pharmacy.2019-12-2438 minHelixTalk - Rosalind Franklin University's College of Pharmacy Podcast105 - Unraveling the Mystery of P2Y12 Inhibitors: Clinical Pearls and Comparative EvidenceIn this episode, we review the three oral P2Y12 inhibitors on the market (clopidogrel, prasugrel, ticagrelor) and discuss each agent’s clinical pearls, comparative effectiveness, and unique precautions.2019-12-0337 minHelixTalk - Rosalind Franklin University's College of Pharmacy Podcast104 - Breathtaking Updates from Global INitiative for Asthma (GINA) Guidelines 2019In this episode, we will discuss what is the latest and greatest from the GINA (Global INitiative for Asthma) 2019 guidelines, including new recommendations regarding rescue inhalers, tiotropium, and azithromycin for asthma.2019-11-1235 minHelixTalk - Rosalind Franklin University's College of Pharmacy Podcast103 - How Can Peeing Sugar Improve Heart Failure? No One Knows, but We Know It Works!In this episode, we discuss the newly published DAPA-HF trial, which studied dapagliflozin (a drug for diabetes) among patients who had heart failure with reduced ejection fraction (HFrEF) many of which did NOT have a history of diabetes.2019-10-2232 minHelixTalk - Rosalind Franklin University's College of Pharmacy Podcast102 - When the Squatty Potty Isn’t Enough: Drug Therapy for Chronic Idiopathic ConstipationIn this episode, we provide an overview of chronic idiopathic constipation and discuss available treatment options with a particular focus on lubiprostone, linaclotide, plecanatide, and prucalopride.2019-10-0137 minHelixTalk - Rosalind Franklin University's College of Pharmacy Podcast101 - Measles, We Have a ProblemIn this episode, we will be discussing the recent updates in measles outbreaks, where the vaccination recommendations stand, and other preventative strategies.2019-09-1035 minHelixTalk - Rosalind Franklin University's College of Pharmacy Podcast100 - Evolution or Revolution? The Future of Pharmacy and Pharmacy EducationWe are proud to announce our 100th HelixTalk episode! In celebration, we sit down with Dr. Marc Abel, the Dean of the College of Pharmacy at RFUMS to discuss the profession of pharmacy and the future of pharmacy education.2019-08-2035 minHelixTalk - Rosalind Franklin University's College of Pharmacy Podcast099 - May I Take Your Order? The Menu of Professional Pharmacy OrganizationsIn this episode, we enlist the help of Associate Dean for Student Affairs, Janeen Winnike, to discuss the various professional pharmacy organizations and the importance of networking via joining at least one as a student or pharmacist.2019-07-3036 minHelixTalk - Rosalind Franklin University's College of Pharmacy Podcast098 - Stroke Me Once, Shame on You; Stroke Me Twice ... Let's Talk Prevention!In this episode, we review guideline recommendations and recent evidence for secondary prevention of stroke, including risk factor modification, anticoagulant therapy (in patients with atrial fibrillation), and antiplatelet therapy (in patients with noncardioembolic stroke).2019-07-0939 minHelixTalk - Rosalind Franklin University's College of Pharmacy Podcast097 - ASPREE, ARRIVE, ASCEND: Making an Acronym Soup for AspirinIn this episode, we discuss the latest and the greatest updates regarding aspirin use in primary prevention and provide you with a summary of results from recently published primary literature.2019-06-1835 minHelixTalk - Rosalind Franklin University's College of Pharmacy Podcast096 - Abra Cadabra, SPRA-VATO!!! Is Esketamine a New “Magic” Cure for Depression?In this episode we discuss the recent FDA approval of esketamine (Spravato) for the management of treatment resistant depression as an add on to oral antidepressant therapy. The agent is novel though so, too, may be its adverse effect profile and logistics of administration.2019-05-2837 minHelixTalk - Rosalind Franklin University's College of Pharmacy Podcast095 - The Ultimate Guide to NSAIDs: An In-Depth Drug Class ReviewIn this episode, we will review the pharmacology, efficacy, and safety of the most common NSAIDs on the market.2019-05-0741 minHelixTalk - Rosalind Franklin University's College of Pharmacy Podcast094 - The Sweet Sweet Taste of Annually Updated Guidelines: 2019 Standards of Diabetes CareIn this episode, we discuss the changes made in the American Diabetes Association’s 2019 Standards of Diabetes Care guideline as well as updates in therapy recommendations per ADA and ESDA consensus statement published in Fall 2018.2019-04-1637 minHelixTalk - Rosalind Franklin University's College of Pharmacy Podcast093 - Focusing in on ADHD TreatmentIn this episode, we take a deep dive into the use of stimulants and other medications for management of ADHD. After decades of use, technology has resulted in changes to how they are administered. Furthermore new agents have become available, but are they an improvement?2019-03-2638 minHelixTalk - Rosalind Franklin University's College of Pharmacy Podcast092 - Why You Should Stop Using (Ab)normal Saline: NS vs. LR for IV FluidsIn this episode, we discuss IV fluids for hospitalized patients, including normal saline (0.9% NaCl) and lactated ringer’s. In addition, we review the newest literature supporting the use of balanced crystalloids over normal saline from the SMART and SALT-ED trials.2019-03-0535 minHelixTalk - Rosalind Franklin University's College of Pharmacy Podcast091 - 23 Reasons to be Excited about Personalized MedicineIn this episode, we are excited to have a special guest with us. Dr. Dyson Wake is Senior Clinical Specialist in Pharmacogenomics at NorthShore University HealthSystem’s Center for Molecular Medicine here in Chicagoland and is here to explain the current and future applications of pharmacogenomics to the area of personalized medicine, as well as expose some misconceptions.2019-02-1239 minHelixTalk - Rosalind Franklin University's College of Pharmacy Podcast090 - HelixTalk’s Top 10 Recommendations from the 2018 ACC/AHA Lipid GuidelinesIn this episode, we review some of the most important new recommendations from the 2018 ACC/AHA guidelines for the management of blood cholesterol.2019-01-2236 minHelixTalk - Rosalind Franklin University's College of Pharmacy Podcast089 - Teaching Old Drugs New Tricks: Dramatic Drug Price Increases with the FDA Unapproved Drugs InitiativeIn this episode, we will review the FDA’s Unapproved Drugs Initiative and how it has impacted the availability and pricing of commonly used (but old) medications, such as colchicine and vasopressin.2019-01-0139 minHelixTalk - Rosalind Franklin University's College of Pharmacy Podcast088 - Powerful Peptides: CGRP and the Paradigm Shift in Migraine PreventionIn this episode, we will discuss a new class of medications for preventing migraines called CGRP antagonists, including an overview of their development, clinical efficacy, and future goals of further research in this area.2018-12-1138 minHelixTalk - Rosalind Franklin University's College of Pharmacy Podcast087 - Everything You Need to Know About Insulins - In One Shot! (Part 2)In this episode, we continue to review insulin therapy including dosing-related specifications, dosing adjustments, injection technique, patient counseling pearls, and the concept of a sliding scale.2018-11-2031 minHelixTalk - Rosalind Franklin University's College of Pharmacy Podcast086 - Everything You Need to Know About Insulins - In One Shot!In this episode, we discuss a broad overview of insulin topics ranging from the various types of insulins, dosage forms, brand/generic names, pharmacokinetic nuances, injection technique, and a wide variety of clinical pearls.2018-10-3033 minHelixTalk - Rosalind Franklin University's College of Pharmacy Podcast085 - Sharp Updates from the Needle World: Vaccination Updates of 2018In this episode, we discuss vaccine related updates with our vaccine expert, Dr. Lauren Angelo. The updates discussed in this episode include the new shingles vaccine, the variety of influenza vaccines on the market, and several other updates.2018-10-0937 minHelixTalk - Rosalind Franklin University's College of Pharmacy Podcast084 - Rate Rate … Don’t Tell Me! Rate Versus Rhythm Control in Atrial FibrillationIn this episode, we will discuss the advantages and disadvantages of a rate versus rhythm control strategy for atrial fibrillation.2018-09-1831 minHelixTalk - Rosalind Franklin University's College of Pharmacy Podcast083 - Flow and Fluoxetine - Evaluating Antidepressant Selection in Chronic Kidney DiseaseIn this episode, we discuss the importance of accurately recognizing depressive symptoms in patients with kidney disease and provide review the limited available literature regarding treatment in this population. We then discuss guidelines to determine some of the best treatment options for this unique subgroup of patients.2018-08-2846 minHelixTalk - Rosalind Franklin University's College of Pharmacy Podcast082 - Let’s Get Heavy! Deuterium Substitution as a Pathway for Drug DesignIn this episode, we take a closer look at deuteration, specifically involving the medication deutetrabenazine (discussed back in episode 76). We feature a guest contributor from our pharmacy sciences department who assists us as we look at the drug design aspects of this unique molecule and its implications for research moving forward.2018-08-0734 minHelixTalk - Rosalind Franklin University's College of Pharmacy Podcast081 - Top 8 Ways to Excel in your APPE RotationsIn this episode, we discuss some ways APPE students not only survive, but excel in the APPE rotations.2018-07-1737 minHelixTalk - Rosalind Franklin University's College of Pharmacy Podcast080 - HIT Me With Your Best Shot: A Brief Review of Heparin-Induced Thrombocytopenia (HIT)In this episode, we will review the diagnosis and treatment of heparin-induced thrombocytopenia (HIT).2018-06-2630 minHelixTalk - Rosalind Franklin University's College of Pharmacy Podcast079 - Cutting Hair and Blood Pressure: Pharmacists in the BarbershopIn this episode, we interview Kathleen Lynch, PharmD and Ciantel (Adair) Blyler, PharmD, coauthors of the New England Journal of Medicine article, published in March 2018, investigating the role of pharmacist-led interventions for blood pressure reduction in black barbershops.2018-06-0533 minHelixTalk - Rosalind Franklin University's College of Pharmacy Podcast078 - Transitioning from School to Practice - Advice for New PractitionersIn this episode, we interview Janeen Winnike, Dean of the Office of Students Affairs at the RFUMS College of Pharmacy, regarding transitions from a student life to a practitioner life. With her previous role as an HR official within a large community pharmacy chain, she offers some “do’s and don’ts” for students transitioning into new practitioners.2018-05-1530 minHelixTalk - Rosalind Franklin University's College of Pharmacy Podcast077 - PE: Not Just a Class in Junior High -- Top 5 Clinical Pearls about Pulmonary EmbolismIn this episode, we discuss five clinical pearls about pulmonary embolism ranging from PE diagnosis, classification, and treatment. We specifically examine when and how alteplase is given for PE and its use with concurrent anticoagulation.2018-04-2431 minHelixTalk - Rosalind Franklin University's College of Pharmacy Podcast076 - The New Move: Treating Tardive DyskinesiaIn this episode, we discuss two new agents (valbenazine and deutetrabenazine) -- the first of their kind to receive FDA approval to manage tardive dyskinesia most commonly associated with antipsychotic use.2018-04-0336 minHelixTalk - Rosalind Franklin University's College of Pharmacy Podcast075 - Taking a break: perioperative management of anticoagulants and antiplatelets, Part IIIn the previous episodes, we discussed how we should evaluate a patient’s bleeding and clotting risks as well as looked at recommendation for management for various anticoagulants. In this episode, we will continue the discussion to management of antiplatelets as well as when to resume both antiplatelets and anticoagulants following a procedure.2018-03-1320 minHelixTalk - Rosalind Franklin University's College of Pharmacy Podcast074 - Taking a break: perioperative management of anticoagulants and antiplatelets, Part IIn this episode, we will discuss some important factors to consider in management of various anticoagulants. We will also provide agent specific pharmacodynamic and pharmacokinetic based recommendations.2018-02-2031 minHelixTalk - Rosalind Franklin University's College of Pharmacy Podcast073 - Don’t go with the flow: how antibiotics cause diarrhea and what you can do about itIn this episode, we discuss the efficacy and safety of probiotics for the prevention of antibiotic-associated diarrhea (AAD) and Clostridium difficile-associated diarrhea (CDAD).2018-01-3032 minHelixTalk - Rosalind Franklin University's College of Pharmacy Podcast072 - Drop It Like It’s Hot: Prazosin and the 2017 VA/DoD PTSD GuidelinesIn this episode, we will review the surprising results of the VA/DoD's 2017 Clinical Practice Guidelines on Management of PTSD, particularly as it relates to the use of one particular agent, prazosin.2018-01-0936 minHelixTalk - Rosalind Franklin University's College of Pharmacy Podcast071 - Holy Hypertension Guidelines - Holiday Edition!In this episode, we review the important changes in 2017 ACC/AHA guidelines for hypertension management in adults.2017-12-1935 minHelixTalk - Rosalind Franklin University's College of Pharmacy Podcast070 - Does rosuvastatin REALLY cause 42 adverse drug reactions? Identifying true ADRs to improve your patient counselingIn this episode, we discuss the difficulty in identifying adverse drug reactions (ADR) that ACTUALLY occur from a drug therapy, how tertiary drug references (such as Micromedex or LexiComp) may be misleading, and what tips and tricks you can use to recognize the most clinically relevant ADRs for patient counseling.2017-11-2826 minHelixTalk - Rosalind Franklin University's College of Pharmacy Podcast069 - The pharmacist must see you now - A new rule requiring pharmacist counseling in IllinoisIn this episode, we interview Dylan Moe, PharmD, our very own alumnus, regarding the new Illinois rule requiring patient counseling for all new prescriptions and inquire how the new rule has impacted his pharmacy, work environment, and his opinions on the implementation of the rule.2017-11-0737 minHelixTalk - Rosalind Franklin University's College of Pharmacy Podcast068 - Hooked on a feeling: how to discuss benzodiazepine tapers with your patientsIn this episode, we will discuss the current state of benzodiazepine use, expected trends in prescribing, and risks associated with use. Lastly, we will discuss techniques for ensuring that a benzodiazepine taper is performed in a safe manner with lowest risk of harm.2017-10-1735 minHelixTalk - Rosalind Franklin University's College of Pharmacy Podcast067 - Diabetes: does it cost a “heart” and a leg?In this episode, we discuss new evidence for cardiovascular outcomes in diabetics based on the LEADER trial (liraglutide) and CANVAS trials (canagliflozin). We also discuss the new FDA warning for canagliflozin regarding amputation risk.2017-09-2628 minHelixTalk - Rosalind Franklin University's College of Pharmacy Podcast066 - What’s new in the diabetes world? Tapas style!In this episode, we discuss updates in diabetes management that includes nuances from the ADA’s Standards of Care 2017. We also review some newer pharmacologic agents, a fixed dose GLP-1 agonist and basal insulin combinations.2017-09-0541 minHelixTalk - Rosalind Franklin University's College of Pharmacy Podcast065 - Advanced hypertension ninja skills with some of the oldest BP medsIn this episode, we discuss three "older" antihypertensives that are not preferred first-line therapies: clonidine, methyldopa, and minoxidil. We outline why these agents are not first-line therapies and review their pharmacology and adverse effect profiles.2017-08-1533 minHelixTalk - Rosalind Franklin University's College of Pharmacy Podcast064 - Should I stay or should ergot?In this episode, we discuss the history of ergot products for treatment of migraines. We compare their safety and efficacy to newer agents such as the triptans and assess their resultant place in therapy.2017-07-2527 minHelixTalk - Rosalind Franklin University's College of Pharmacy Podcast063 - More is not always better - Story of Serotonin SyndromeIn this episode, we discuss several aspects of serotonin syndrome including the typical clinical presentation, its etiology and common drug-induced combinations, and how to appropriately manage the syndrome.2017-07-0437 minHelixTalk - Rosalind Franklin University's College of Pharmacy Podcast062 - Devices not drugs: stroke risk reduction in atrial fibrillationIn this episode, we discuss the pathophysiology of embolic stroke in patients with atrial fibrillation and review the use of left atrial occlusion devices, such as the WATCHMAN device, to reduce the risk of stroke in patients with atrial fibrillation without the use of anticoagulants like warfarin.2017-06-1321 minHelixTalk - Rosalind Franklin University's College of Pharmacy Podcast061 - Correcting the course: careful opioid prescribingIn this episode, we review the 12 recommendations from the 2016 CDC Guideline for Prescribing Opioids for Chronic Pain. These recommendations are intended to help curb the opioid epidemic and provide guidance to healthcare providers regarding safer use o2017-05-2333 minHelixTalk - Rosalind Franklin University's College of Pharmacy Podcast060 - How to get your voice heard? - Pearls of Professional AdvocacyIn this episode, we discuss the concept of professional advocacy, with a particular focus on how to advocate for the profession of pharmacy and what tools and organizations are available to assist in being an advocate.2017-05-0227 minHelixTalk - Rosalind Franklin University's College of Pharmacy Podcast059 - The five oncology drugs every pharmacist should know aboutIn this episode, we discuss with Dr. Megan Hartranft the five oncology drugs that every pharmacist should know about, which is a great review for P4 students who are currently preparing for the NAPLEX. We cover cyclophosphamide, cisplatin, methotrexate, doxorubicin, and vincristine.2017-04-1137 minHelixTalk - Rosalind Franklin University's College of Pharmacy Podcast058 - Third time’s a charm -- redefining sepsis (again) using Sepsis-3In this episode, we discuss the newest definition of sepsis and septic shock according to the Sepsis-3 criteria and the 2016 Surviving Sepsis guidelines. We also review the scoring systems of “qSOFA” and “SOFA” and use a patient case to help demonstrate the new definitions.2017-03-2125 minHelixTalk - Rosalind Franklin University's College of Pharmacy Podcast057 - Kicking acid, taking names ... the story of PPI use and abuseIn this episode, we discuss the overuse of proton pump inhibitor (PPI) therapy and several concerns regarding chronic use of this medication class, including hypomagnesemia, fracture risk, low seurm B12 levels, anemias, and increased risk of certain infections.2017-02-2828 minHelixTalk - Rosalind Franklin University's College of Pharmacy Podcast056 - Entering the era of biosimilars!In this episode, we discuss the new FDA categorizations of biosimilars, the legal implications of biologic/biosimilar prescriptions, and the new "follow-on" approval pathway of Basaglar, a new insulin glargine U-100 product.2017-02-0731 minHelixTalk - Rosalind Franklin University's College of Pharmacy Podcast055 - How low can you go? Blood pressure limbo with SPRINTIn this episode, we discuss the SPRINT trial (intensive vs. standard blood pressure control) using a case vignette of Mr. Wilson, a 55 year old patient presenting to a clinic with a blood pressure of 139/89 mmHg.2017-01-1725 minHelixTalk - Rosalind Franklin University's College of Pharmacy Podcast054 - So you think you can precept? Advice from the front linesIn this episode, we discuss precepting tips and clinical pearls with Dr. Brad Cannon.2016-12-2723 minHelixTalk - Rosalind Franklin University's College of Pharmacy Podcast053 - Drug Mixology and Dangerous Consequences, Part IIIn this episode, we discuss more of the most important drug interactions, including grapefruit juice with statins and calcium channel blockers, QT prolonging medications, levothyroxine with cations and PPIs, and PDE-5 inhibitors with nitrates.2016-12-0623 minHelixTalk - Rosalind Franklin University's College of Pharmacy Podcast052 - Drug Mixology and Dangerous Consequences, Part IIn this episode, we discuss some of the most important drug interactions, including serotonin syndrome, St. John's wort, statins and CYP inhibitors, and antihypertensive medications with NSAIDs.2016-11-1528 minHelixTalk - Rosalind Franklin University's College of Pharmacy Podcast051 - Pharmacists to the Rescue!In this episode, we discuss two new naloxone devices (intramuscular Evzio and intranasal Narcan) and review new state laws that are expanding the role of pharmacists in dispensing these opioid reversal products.2016-10-2532 minHelixTalk - Rosalind Franklin University's College of Pharmacy Podcast050 - Three shocking recommendations from CHEST 2016 that will blow your mindIn this episode, we discuss three shocking recommendations from the CHEST 2016 VTE guideline update. We focus on (1) the debate between NOAC, DOAC, or TSOAC nomenclature, (2) the controversial recommendation of preferring NOACs over warfarin in VTE treatment, and (3) the efficacy of compression stocking for prevention and treatment of post-thrombotic syndrome.2016-10-0426 minHelixTalk - Rosalind Franklin University's College of Pharmacy Podcast049 - The RFUMS Interprofessional Community ClinicIn this episode, we discuss RFUMS's Interprofessional Community Clinic (ICC), a student-run clinic providing health services to underserved populations. The students in this episode discuss how the ICC evolved and highlight pearls and challenges in starting and running a free health clinic or screening event.2016-09-1340 minHelixTalk - Rosalind Franklin University's College of Pharmacy Podcast048 - Self-Care of Nasal Congestion and AllergiesIn this episode, we discuss the self-care of nasal congestion and allergies, including systemic/topical decongestants, nasal corticosteroids, antihistamines, cromolyn, and alternative medicine therapies.2016-08-2341 minHelixTalk - Rosalind Franklin University's College of Pharmacy Podcast047 - Self-Care of Cough and ColdIn this episode, we discuss self-care of cough and cold, including using PQRSTA or SCHOLAR-MAC to prompt relevant questions for patients, codeine, dextromethorphan, diphenhydramine, camphor, menthol, and guaifenesin.2016-08-0235 minHelixTalk - Rosalind Franklin University's College of Pharmacy Podcast046 - Self-Care of ConstipationIn this episode, we discuss self-care of constipation including bulk-forming laxatives, hyperosmotic laxatives, emollient laxatives, lubricant laxatives, saline laxatives, and stimulant laxatives.2016-07-1217 minHelixTalk - Rosalind Franklin University's College of Pharmacy Podcast045 - Self-care of Heartburn and DyspepsiaIn this episode, we discuss self-care of heartburn and dyspepsia, including antacids, bismuth subsalicylate, H2 blockers, and PPIs.2016-06-2120 minHelixTalk - Rosalind Franklin University's College of Pharmacy Podcast044 - The Science of Sugars and Sweeteners with Dr. Eric WaltersIn this episode, we discuss the science of carbohydrate-based sugars, sugar alcohols, artificial sweeteners, and natural sweeteners with Dr. Eric Walters, author of the book "The Sweetener Book" and Professor at Rosalind Franklin University.2016-05-3133 minHelixTalk - Rosalind Franklin University's College of Pharmacy Podcast043 - Review of Diabetic Ketoacidosis (DKA)In this episode, we review the clinical presentation and treatment of diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA).2016-05-1027 minHelixTalk - Rosalind Franklin University's College of Pharmacy Podcast042 - BRIDGE TrialIn this episode, we discuss the BRIDGE trial, which investigated whether patients with atrial fibrillation on warfarin need a parenteral anticoagulant "bridge" in preparation and after an elective surgical procedure.2016-04-1921 minHelixTalk - Rosalind Franklin University's College of Pharmacy Podcast041 - 2015 Dietary Guidelines for AmericansIn this episode, we discuss the 2015-2020 Dietary Guidelines for Americans published by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services and U.S. Department of Agriculture.2016-03-2933 minHelixTalk - Rosalind Franklin University's College of Pharmacy Podcast040 - Homeopathic MedicineIn this episode, we discuss the many facets of homeopathic medications, including legal status in the United States, safety and efficacy data, and the ethics of homeopathy from the point of view of practicing pharmacists.2016-03-0836 minHelixTalk - Rosalind Franklin University's College of Pharmacy Podcast039 - Diclegis (doxylamine-pyridoxine) and nausea/vomiting of pregnancyIn this episode, we discuss nausea and vomiting of pregnancy (NVP) with a particular focus on Diclegis (doxylamine/pyridoxine).2016-02-1627 minHelixTalk - Rosalind Franklin University's College of Pharmacy Podcast038 - Suvarexant (Belsomra) - a new drug class for insomniaIn this episode, we discuss suvarexant (Belsomra), the first dual orexin receptor antagonist approved in the United States for the treatment of insomnia.2016-01-2639 minHelixTalk - Rosalind Franklin University's College of Pharmacy Podcast037 - Understanding Creatinine ClearanceIn this episode, we have an in-depth review of how to measure glomerular filtration rate (GFR), including variants of the Cockcroft-Gault equation and newer, more accurate methods that may eventually be used to renally adjust certain medications.2016-01-0529 minHelixTalk - Rosalind Franklin University's College of Pharmacy Podcast036 - Two new agents for schizophreniaIn this episode, we discuss two agents newly approved for schizophrenia -- Rexulti (brexpiprazole) and cariprazine (Vraylar).2015-12-1533 minHelixTalk - Rosalind Franklin University's College of Pharmacy Podcast035 - Empagliflozin and dulaglutideIn this episode, we discuss two new anti-diabetic medications: empagliflozin (Jardiance) and the EMPA-REG OUTCOME trial as well as dulaglutide (Trulicity), a new GLP1 agonist.2015-11-2434 minHelixTalk - Rosalind Franklin University's College of Pharmacy Podcast034 - New Injectable InsulinsIn this podcast, we discuss three new injectable insulin formations: Toujeo (insulin glargine U-300), Humalog U-200 (insulin lispro), and Tresiba (insulin degludec).2015-11-0331 minHelixTalk - Rosalind Franklin University's College of Pharmacy Podcast033 - PCSK9 InhibitorsIn this episode, we discuss PCSK9 inhibitors, a new drug class for LDL lowering, with a particular focus on alirocumab (Praluent).2015-10-1332 minHelixTalk - Rosalind Franklin University's College of Pharmacy Podcast032 - ARNIs and EntrestoIn this episode, we discuss the new drug class, ARNI, recently approved for heart failure with a focus on sacubatril/valsartan (Entresto) and the PARADIGM-HF trial.2015-09-2233 minHelixTalk - Rosalind Franklin University's College of Pharmacy Podcast031 - Therapeutic Drug Monitoring IIIIn this episode, we discuss the therapeutic drug monitoring and dose adjustments for tacrolimus (Prograf) and lithium.2015-09-0126 minHelixTalk - Rosalind Franklin University's College of Pharmacy Podcast030 - Therapeutic Drug Monitoring IIIn this episode, we discuss the therapeutic drug monitoring and dose adjustments for valproic acid (Depakote/Depakene/Depakon) and digoxin (Lanoxin).2015-08-1142 minHelixTalk - Rosalind Franklin University's College of Pharmacy Podcast029 - Therapeutic Drug Monitoring IIn this episode, we discuss the therapeutic drug monitoring and dose adjustments for warfarin (Coumadin) and phenytoin (Dilantin).2015-07-2139 minHelixTalk - Rosalind Franklin University's College of Pharmacy Podcast028 - Malaria ProphylaxisIn this episode, we discuss malaria prophylaxis with atovaquone/proguanil, chloroquine, hydroxychloroquine, doxycycline, mefloquine, and primaquine.2015-06-3028 minHelixTalk - Rosalind Franklin University's College of Pharmacy Podcast027 - Six Pivotal Drug Classes, Part 2In this episode, we discuss six pivotal drug classes that have been FDA approved within the past 20 years. This is part 2 of a 2 part episode.2015-06-0934 minHelixTalk - Rosalind Franklin University's College of Pharmacy Podcast025 - An Interview with Dr. Brad Cannon, PharmDIn this episode, we interview Brad Cannon, PharmD regarding his career path in pharmacy and his viewpoints on the pharmacy profession.2015-04-2833 min