The Business of Pharmacy Podcast™
Episodes
Why Six Figures Isn’t a Financial Plan | Tim Ulbrich, PharmD, Your Financial Pharmacist, Co-Founder/CEO
09 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
I sat down with Tim Ulbrich, PharmD, Co-Founder and CEO of Your Financial Pharmacist, to unpack a tough reality: why so many pharmacists earning six f...
The Power of Speaking to 20,000 People About PBMs | Benjamin Jolley, PharmD Apex Pharmacy Consulting
02 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
I sat down with Benjamin Jolley, a third-generation pharmacist who recently addressed a crowd of 20,000 about the broken world of PBMs. We dug into th...
Great Negotiation Means Everyone Wins | Arun Swaminathan, MM, PhD Pharm. Sci. Coya Therapeutics, CEO, Board Member
26 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Biotech CEO Arun Swaminathan reveals how true pharmaceutical deals are strategic “marriages”—not transactions. Hear how Coya Therapeutics levera...
From Biotech Startup to Stock Market | Paul Romness, MHA, Health Policy OS Therapies, CEO
19 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Can a small biotech change cancer care—and turn a profit? Paul Romness, CEO of OS Therapies, shares how his five-person team took on one of the dead...
The Medical Data Behind Everyday Wearables | Marco Benitez, BME ROOK, CEO and Founder
12 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Marco Benitez, founder of ROOK, reveals how his company turns chaotic wearable data into clean, actionable insights. From fitness rings to Dexcom inte...
From Early Struggles to Pharmacy Staffing Leader | Autumn-Kyoko Cushman, BS ShiftRx, CEO, Co-Founder
05 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
I sat down with Autumn Kyoko Cushman, co-founder of ShiftRx, staffing leader, to hear how she and her team clawed their way back from the edge. From b...
Koelzer Brothers Reminisce: Lessons from the Pharmacy & Dad | Pete, Tom, Tim, & Mike Koelzer Koelzer
28 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The host and his brothers (Mike Koelzer, along with brothers Pete Koelzer, Tom Koelzer, and Tim Koelzer) return to where it all started...
How Pharmacies Get Penalized for Buying Wrong | Kris Rhea, MBA Pharmacy Marketplace, Dir. of Business. Dev.
21 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
I sat down again with Kris Rhea to unpack how pharmacies are silently losing money—just by buying wrong. We talk wholesaler games, misunderstood con...
Redefining Pharmacy Benefits Without the Gimmicks | Joey Dizenhouse, FSA, MAAA SlateRx, President & CEO
14 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
I sat down with Joey Dizenhouse, CEO of SlateRx, to talk about redefining pharmacy benefits—minus the gimmicks. We dug into transparency, real fiduc...
Navigating Legal Minefields for Independent Pharmacies | Dae Lee, PharmD & Adam Farkas, Attys Buchanan Ingersoll & Rooney PC
07 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
I sat down with attorneys Dae Lee and Adam Farkas to dig into the legal mess surrounding GLP-1 compounding, PBM overreach, and the brutal reality faci...
Exit Your Pharmacy Without Sacrificing its Value | Michelle Woosley, PharmD, MBA Cornerstone Business Services, VP, IB-Healthcare
31 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Michelle Woosley blends pharmacy know-how with M&A savvy. She shares how independent pharmacy owners can build value, avoid costly mistakes, and a...
Marketing to Independent Pharmacies | Nicolle McClure & Bruce Kneeland
24 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What makes a pharmacy—or a pharmacy vendor—stand out? Nicolle McClure and Bruce Kneeland join me to unpack real-world marketing strategies, pitfal...
Exploring Pharmacy Tech and Digital Healthcare | Rick Ratliff, BChE, MBA MedAdvisor Solutions , CEO
17 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Discover how cutting-edge pharmacy technology and digital healthcare are transforming patient care. In this episode, Rick Ratliff, CEO of MedAdvisor S...
The Future of Compounding Pharmacies | Brett Pine Revelation Pharma, CBDO
10 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What happens when independent pharmacies join forces instead of going it alone? Brett Pine, Chief Business Development Officer at Revelation Pharma, d...
The Business of Precision Dosing: Smarter Pharmacy, Better Outcomes | Sharmeen Roy, PharmD, BCPS DoseMeRx, CSSO
03 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Sharmeen Roy, PharmD, BCPS, Chief Strategy & Science Officer at DoseMeRx, discusses the power of precision dosing technology in o...
Is Selling Medical Equipment Smart? | Acacia Flory, Retail Experience Consultant
24 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Is selling medical equipment the next big move for your pharmacy? Join retail experience consultant Acacia Flory as she shares insights from 20 years ...
Protecting Your Business from Cyber Threats | Brett Gallant, Founder & Director Adaptive Office Solutions
17 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Cyber threats aren’t a question of "if"—they’re a question of "when." Brett Gallant, Founder & Director of Adaptive Office Solutions, joins ...
From Basement Lab to NASDAQ | Lew Bender, M. Chem. Eng, MBA Intensity Therapeutics, Founder & CEO
10 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
MIT-trained chemical engineer Lew Bender shares his journey from drug delivery innovation to tackling cancer. From building a biotech company from scr...
Market Research for Better Healthcare | Michaela Gascon, MBA KJT, President & CEO
03 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dive into the intersection of market research, healthcare, and AI with Michaela Gascon, President & CEO of KJT. Discover how her team informs life...
AI Answering Pharmacy Calls | Brennen Hodge, MBA VOXO, VP of Product
27 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Explore the future of pharmacy communication with Brennen Hodge, VP of Product at Voxo. Discover AI-powered IVAs revolutionizing patient interactions,...
Breaking Away from PBMs | Kyle McCormick, PharmD Owner, Blueberry Pharmacy
20 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Discover how Kyle McCormick, owner of Blueberry Pharmacy, revolutionized pharmacy care with a completely insurance-free, cost-plus pricing model. Hear...
Solving Pharmacy Pain Points with Technology | Mehrdad Hariri RPh, CPh, MBA, RxConnexion, CEO/President
13 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Mehrdad Hariri, CEO of RX Connection, shares his journey as a pharmacist turned tech innovator. From building solutions for pharmacy pain points to de...
The Journey to Autonomous Pharmacy | Randall Lipps, B.Ec. & B.A. Omnicell, CEO and Founder
06 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join us on this week’s episode of The Business of Pharmacy Podcast™ as we speak with Randall Lipps, CEO and founder of Omnicell. Discover the jour...
Empowering Pharmacy Techs as Community Health Workers | Anne Eisenbeis, PharmD, MBA, CPESN, Lead Network Facilitator
30 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Pharmacy technicians trained as Community Health Workers (CHWs) are transforming patient care. Anne Eisenbeis, PharmD, MBA, explains how CHWs bridge h...
Disrupting Specialty Pharmacy with Smarter Solutions | Jonathan Ogurchak, PharmD Zeal Specialty Pharmacy & STACK, CEO
23 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Jonathan Ogurchak, PharmD, CEO of Zeal Specialty Pharmacy and STACK, shares his innovative journey of transforming specialty pharmacy through smarter ...
Redefining Healthcare Marketing Strategies | Saul Marquez Outcomes Rocket, CEO
16 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This week on The Business of Pharmacy Podcast™, Saul Marquez, CEO of Outcomes Rocket, shares transformative insights on healthcare marketing strateg...
Behind the Scenes of a Pharmacy Influencer | Sue Ojageer, PharmD, PharmaSue
09 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join Dr. Sue Ojageer, a pharmacist, influencer, and mother of five, as she shares her journey from retail pharmacy to becoming a leading voice in the ...
PBM Failures Drive Patients Abroad for Meds | Theo Symons & Semion Naidis Co-Founders, ILMEDS.co
02 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
PBM Failures Drive Patients Abroad for Meds" explores how rising drug costs and restrictive practices in the U.S. force patients to seek medications i...
Pioneering New Markets in Pharmacy Innovation | Simon Szewach, BBF Exec. Chair & Co-Founder, Gelteq
25 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Simon Szewach, Executive Chairman of Gelteq, shares the business journey behind an innovative gel-based drug delivery system. From startup funding and...
Exposing Hidden Realities in Drug Pricing and Investing | Eric Pachman, BSChE, MBA Chief Analytics Officer, Bancreek Capital
18 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Eric Pachman shares his journey from founding 46brooklyn, inspired by his late mother, to leading innovation at Bancreek Capital Advisors. Discover in...
Expanding Pharmacy for Consumers and Strategic Partners | Areo Nazari, PharmD, CEO Matthew Hawkins, BSC, CTO CaryHealth
11 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join CEO Areo Nazari and CTO Matthew Hawkins from CaryHealth as they share insights into their journey of expanding pharmacy access through innovative...
Marketing Healthcare Technology | Elise Claudepierre, MBA VP Marketing, Intelliguard®
04 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
How do you market technology in healthcare effectively? Elise Claudepierre, VP of Marketing at Intelliguard, shares insights from her experience in he...
Optimizing Pharmacy with Offshoring Strategies | Saleem Shah & Tanya Chianese, Collaborative Patient Care Group
28 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Discover how fragmentation and global expertise are transforming pharmacy operations. Saleem Shah and Tanya Chianese from CPCG dive into optimizing ta...
Pharmacy Education Needs a Major Overhaul | George Zorich, Pharmacist Author of Entrepreneurs in Pharmacy and Other Leaders
21 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
George Zorich, a seasoned pharma executive, discusses his return to leadership after retirement, navigating the challenges of running a company with d...
Finish the Fight for Fair Pharmacy Reimbursement | Doug Hoey, CEO of NCPA
14 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Doug Hoey, CEO of NCPA, discusses the "Finish the Fight" campaign to secure fair pharmacy reimbursement. He delves into key legislati...
The Future of Pharma Communication | Anupam Nandwana, BSME CEO, P360
07 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Anupam Nandwana, CEO of P360, shares how his company is revolutionizing pharmaceutical communications. P360’s technology enables se...
Breaking Free from Big PBMs with Modular Solutions | Matthew Gibbs, PharmD, Pharmacy Transformation Leader, Blue Shield of California
30 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Matt Gibbs, Pharmacy Transformation Leader at Blue Shield of California, discusses shifting away from traditional PBMs, embracing transparency, and cr...
Pharmacists Fight Back: Bill HR 9096 Targets PBMs | Greg Reybold, Attorney American Pharmacy Coopera
23 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Greg Reybold, General Counsel at APCI, discusses the challenges independent pharmacies face with PBM abuses, recent federal legislation efforts like t...
Exposing What PBMs Won’t Tell You Shane | Garduno, MBA Vice President, PBM Practice at Xevant
16 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we dive into the hidden practices of PBMs with Shane Garduno, Vice President of PBM Practice at Xevant. Shane reveals insights into h...
Crafting a Lasting Legacy in Pharmacy | Gordon Vanscoy, PharmD, MBA Vanscoy Rare, RareMed Solutions
09 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Mike Koelzer interviews Gordon Vanscoy, CEO of Vanscoy Rare and RareMed Solutions, about building a pharmacy legacy, navigating healt...
Shaping Future Pharmacy Careers Through Podcasting | Anisha Patel, Pharmacist, Pharmacist Diaries
02 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Anisha Patel shares her journey from pharmacist to podcaster, discussing the creative and technical aspects of podcasting, the challenges of balancing...
Connecting the Pharmacy World | Gregory Cianfarani, R.Ph., Founder & CEO of RXinsider
26 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Mike Koelzer talks with Greg Cianfarani, CEO and founder of RxInsider. Greg shares insights on the evolution of RxInsider, the challe...
Revolutionizing Direct-to-Consumer Healthcare | Peter Ax, JD, MBA, UpScript Health, CEO
19 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Peter Ax, CEO of UpScript Health, shares insights on how his company partners with pharmaceutical manufacturers to deliver medications directly to con...
Medicare Part D: Unconventional Strategies for Pharmacy Owners | Matt & Ben Coakley, Waypoint Rx
12 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Matt and Ben Coakley from Waypoint Rx share unconventional strategies for pharmacy owners to leverage Medicare Part D. Discover innov...
The Accidental Pharmacist: Using Social Media to Drive Change | Shane Jermominski, PharmD, The Accidental Pharmacist, Co-Founder The Pharmacy Guild
05 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we talk with Shane Jerominski, known as The Accidental Pharmacist. Shane shares his journey from Navy veteran to influential pharmacy...
Congress: PBMs Harm Pharmacies and Patients | Antonio Ciaccia, Luke Slindee, & Benjamin Jolley
29 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of "The Business of Pharmacy Podcast," host Mike Koelzer is joined by industry experts Antonio Ciaccia, Benjamin Jolley, and...
Navigating Competitive Intelligence | Leon Henderson-MacLennan, MD InThought Research
22 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Dr. Leon Henderson-MacLennan of InThought Research discusses strategies for navigating competitive intelligence in the pharmaceutical...
Statewide Shifts to Pharmacy Standard of Care | Kate Gainer, PharmD, CEO , Iowa Pharmacists Assoc.
15 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join us as Kate Gainer, Executive Vice President and CEO of the Iowa Pharmacy Association, discusses the transformative shifts in pharmacy practice. L...
Move Fast, Break Things, and Solve Problems | Ezriel Green, Founder/CEO at EzriRx
08 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ezriel Green, founder and CEO of EzriRx, discusses the innovative ways his company is transforming the pharmacy industry. EzriRx focuses on streamlini...
Mastering Time Management | State Senator Shane Reeves, PharmD., CEO Twelve Stone Health
01 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Business of Pharmacy Podcast™, Mike Koelzer interviews Senator Shane Reeves, Pharm.D., State Senator of TN and CEO of Twelve ...
How PBM Practices Lead to Counterfeit Drugs | Shabbir Imber Safdar, The Partnership for Safe Medicines
24 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Shabbir Imber Safdar, Executive Director of the Partnership for Safe Medicines, discusses how PBM practices are opening doors to coun...
Tech Solutions for Clinical Workflows | Kevin Houlihan, CEO of Workflow Services
17 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join host Mike Koelzer as he talks with Kevin Houlihan, CEO of Workflow Services, about streamlining clinical workflows in pharmacies. Discover how Wo...
PBMs Must Come Clean | Antonio Ciaccia, 46brooklyn
10 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Antonio Ciaccia, CEO of 46Brooklyn Research and President of 3 Axis Advisors, discusses the urgent need for PBMs to be transparent ab...
Bridging Pharmacy, Nutrition, and Digital Wellness | Irina Pelphrey, Albertsons Cos.
03 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Mike Koelzer interviews Irina Pelphrey, Group VP of Health at Albertsons, discussing the integration of pharmacy, nutrition, and digi...
Breaking Down PBM Legal Battles | Harini Bupathi & Lucas Morgan Attys at Frier Levitt
27 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Harini Bupathi and Lucas Morgan from Friar Levitt discuss defending against PBMs and litigating pharmacy disputes. They provide exper...
Battling Counterfeit ePrescribing | Anthony Brooke, DrFirst, Inc.
20 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Explore the intersection of AI and ePrescribing with insights on combating counterfeit prescriptions. Discover cutting-edge technologies designed to e...
Business Insights into Personal Health Data | Britt Gottschalk MBA, MIO, Geno.Me
13 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Business Insights into Personal Health Data: In this episode, we discuss how individuals can monetize their health information and the broader impact ...
From Pharmacy to Diverse Business Ventures | Chi Patel, PharmD, MBA, Carolina Pharmacy
06 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join us as Dr. Chirag 'Chi' Patel, a pharmacist and dynamic entrepreneur from Charlotte, North Carolina, shares his journey from running a pha...
Advocating for Our Own: Pharmacists' Mental Health | Helen Sairany, PharmD, Author
29 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we delve deep into the mental health challenges faced by pharmacists. We discuss systemic issues, the impact of workplace stress, and...
Financial Insights for Every Season of Business & Life | Tim Ulbrich, Your Financial Pharmacist
22 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Mike Koelzer talks with Tim Ulbrich, PharmD of Your Financial Pharmacist about blending business acumen with life's financial stages....
PBM Fight: State to Federal Shift | Greg Reybold, Atty, APCI
15 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In a compelling discussion, Mike Koelzer and Greg Reybold, VP at American Pharmacy Cooperative, delve into the shifting battle against PBMs from state...
Empowered Pharmacy Selection Post-Visit | Otto Sipe, Photon Health
08 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this engaging episode, Mike Koelzer delves into the transformative world of prescription management with Otto Sipe, co-founder and CEO of Photon He...
One Year In: Michael Hogue's Crusade to Transform Pharmacy | Michael Hogue, PharmD, APhA
01 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we're joined by Michael Hogue, CEO and EVP of the American Pharmacists Association. With passion for pharmacy and a mission to ad...
Automating Compliance in Pharmacy | Sumeet Singh, LighthouseAI
25 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Sponsored by Parcel Health: In this episode of The Business of Pharmacy Podcast™, host Mike Koelzer welcomes Sumeet Singh, founder and CEO of Lighth...
Harmacy Pharmacy Documentary | Anaïs Mennuti & Kristin Speer, PharmDs
18 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this enlightening episode, we dive into the world of pharmacy beyond the counters and shelves with the creators of the compelling documentary "Harm...
How PSAOs and Wholesalers Undermine Pharmacies | Brett Louderback, PharmD, OpenBook
11 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In an industry where wholesalers often undermine pharmacies, Brett Louderback, a dedicated pharmacist and first-time store owner in Nebraska, opens up...
The Future of Self-Care with OTC Prescription Medications | Fady Boctor, MBA, Petros Pharma
04 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Sponsored by MatchRx: Fady Boctor, President and Chief Commercial Officer of Petros Pharmaceuticals, discusses the emergence of the self-care marketpl...
Tech Solutions for Modern Business Challenges | Alex Natskovich, MEV
26 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Sponsored by Parcel Health: In this discussion, Alex Natskovich, CEO and Founder of MEV, explores how his company builds complex software systems for ...
AI Automating B2B Healthcare Conversations | Ankit Jain, Infinitus Systems
19 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this insightful episode, Ankit Jain, co-founder and CEO of Infinitus Systems, discusses the transformative impact of AI on B2B healthcare conversat...
Modernizing Pharmacy Practices: Insights from Latin America | Mike Rizo, Pharm.D, MBA, Pharmcare Svcs.
12 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this eprisode of The Business of Pharmacy Podcast, sponsored by MatchRx, Mike Rizo, CEO of PharmaCare Services, discusses the contrasts and similar...
AI's Influence on Medical Writing | Alex Evans, PharmD, MBA
05 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this insightful episode of The Business of Pharmacy Podcast, we sit down with Alex Evans, a pharmacist turned medical writer, to explore the dynami...
Franchising the Pharmaceutical Industry | Barry Patel, PharmD, Galt Pharma
29 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The New Face of Pharma: Unveiling the Small Pharma Model and a Unique Franchise System Barry Patel, CEO and co-founder of Galt Companies, joined us f...
Launching a National Organization | Lauren Castle, PharmD, FMPhA.org
22 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Host: Mike Koelzer Guest: Lauren Castle, PharmD, Founder of Functional Medicine Pharmacists Alliance (FMPhA.org) Episode Overview: In this episode, Mi...
Combating Crime and Loss in Pharmacies | Russ Hawkins, Agilence Inc.
15 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is brought to you by MatchRX. In this episode, I chat with Russ Hawkins of Agilence about how pharmacies can leverage data analytics for ...
Starting a Drug Manufacturing Venture | Eugene Chan, Abpro
08 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I'm joined by Dr. Eugene Chan, a leading figure at the intersection of healthcare and technology. We delve into the profound impa...
Streamlining Pharmacy Drug Inventory | George Lazenby, OrderInsite
02 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Mike Koelzer interviews George Lazenby about OrderInsight, a tool revolutionizing pharmacy prescription drug management. https://get...
Pharmacy Staffing Innovations | Autumn-Kyoko Cushman & Leann Haddad, ShiftRx
25 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is sponsored by MatchRx. Visit them today at MatchRx.com. In this episode of The Business of Pharmacy Podcast™, Mike Koelzer hosts Lee...
Enhancing Pharmacy with External Pursuits | Jason Chenard, Speaker
18 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we explore how external pursuits and hobbies can enrich the professional life of pharmacists. Our guest, Jason Chenard, shares insigh...
Navigating Biotech Mergers and Acquisitions | Steve St. Onge, Paratek Pharmaceuticals
11 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this enlightening episode of The Business of Pharmacy Podcast, we delve into the intricate world of mergers and acquisitions in the biotech sector ...
AI Pharmacy Robotics in the Home | Charles Gellman, HiDO Health
04 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, host Mike Koelzer talks with Charles Gellman, CEO and co-founder of HiDO Health, about the revolutionary integration of AI in pharmac...
Drug Tracking's Impact on Pharmacy | Stephanie Varner, Capital Drug
27 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Join host Mike Koelzer and Stephanie Varner from Capital Wholesale Drug Company for an engaging discussion on the impact of drug tracking systems in p...
Connected Systems Beyond E-Prescribing | Frank Harvey & Andrew Mellin, Surescripts
20 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Simplifying workflows and improving collaboration leads to better patient care. In this episode, we speak with Frank Harvey and Andrew Mellin from Sur...
PBMs Exposed in Workers' Comp Deception | Colleen Shields, RescueMeds
13 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this insightful episode of The Business of Pharmacy Podcast™, we delve deep into the deceptive practices of Pharmacy Benefit Managers (PBMs) with...
Enhancing Internal Pharmacy Culture | Patti Mara, Principal Trainer and Author
06 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Patti Mara, a pharmacy business coach for over 15 years, shares strategies for transforming pharmacy culture through communication, feedback and defin...
The State of Pharmacy Buying and Selling | Sean Duffy, Integrity Pharmacy Consultants
30 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of the Pharmacy Leaders Podcast, we talk with Sean Duffy, owner of Integrity Pharmacy Consultants, about the current state of pharmacy...
Blending Entrepreneurship Mindset and Skills | Jonathan Baktari, MD, eNational Testing, e7 Health, & US Drug Test Centers
23 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Business of Pharmacy Podcast, host Mike Koelzer interviews Dr. Jonathan Baktari, an entrepreneur and physician who founded seve...
Navigating Pharmacy Law and Regulations | Lucas Morgan, Atty, Frier Levitt
16 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Lucas Morgan, a partner at Frier Levitt, joins host Mike Koelzer for an in-depth discussion on pharmacy law, working with boards of pharmacy, common i...
Activating Pharmacy's Political Power | Jesse Brashear, Pharmacy Entrepreneur
09 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Florida pharmacy owner Jesse Brashear shares his experience getting involved in state-level advocacy and pharmacy reform. https://ww...
Exposing the Hidden Costs Behind Prescriptions | Pramod John, VIVIO Health
02 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Pramod John, CEO of VIVIO Health, discusses issues with drug pricing and competition in the pharmaceutical industry. He talks about how the current sy...
Scaling up Pharmacist-Patient Relationships | Tony Willoughby, Stellus Rx
25 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The Business of Pharmacy Podcast™ brings you in-depth, candid conversations with pharmacy business leaders. This week's episode features an exc...
An Entrepreneur's Mission to Revolutionize PBMs | A.J. Loiacono, Capital Rx
18 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Show Overview: We discuss the evolution of the pharmacy benefit manager (PBM) industry with AJ Loiacono, founder and CEO of Capital Rx. AJ shares his ...
PBM Reform - What's Changed? What Hasn't? | Doug Hoey, National Community Pharmacists Association
11 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Doug Hoey, CEO of the National Community Pharmacists Association (NCPA), previews the upcoming 2023 NCPA Annual Convention and shares...
Packaging with Purpose: Phill Box | Melinda Su-En Lee, Parcel Health
04 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Overview: - Guest: Melinda Su-En Lee, Co-Founder and CEO of Parcel Health - Melinda talks about developing sustainable medication packaging to replac...
Embarking on a Complete Career Shift | Raleigh Williams, Atty, Wealthy White Coat
28 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this podcast episode, Raleigh Williams, a former lawyer turned investor and entrepreneur, discusses his unconventional career journey from law to o...
Shielding Businesses from Surprise Major Rx Claims | Paul Fortunato, MBA, RxPharmacy Assurance
21 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Mike Koelzer and Paul Fortunato of RxPharmacy Assurance delve into the intricacies of self-insurance in connection with the pharmaceutical sector. For...
Mixing Medicine and Media for a New Movement | Phil Cowley, "Phil's My Pharmacist"
14 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Phil Cowley, owner of Cache Valley Pharmacy, leveraged social media platforms in 2021 to enhance his business, notably under the handle @philsmypharma...
Addressing HR Challenges in Pharmacy | Britney Beck, Hi-Wire HR Consulting
07 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, host Mike Koelzer talks with Britney Beck, the owner of Hi-Wire HR Consulting, discussing the unique HR challenges independent pharma...
Empowering Patients with Digital Prescriptions | Chris Blackley, Prescryptive Health
31 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Join Mike Koelzer in an eye-opening discussion with Chris Blackley, CEO of Prescriptive Health. Discover how they break barriers in patient care by us...
Embracing AI in Pharmacy | Andrea Ioiro, Speaker & Author
24 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Mike Koelzer and Andrea Iorio discuss the challenges businesses face in navigating politics, dynamics, and change. They highlight the...
Fighting Healthcare Fraud Via Whistleblowers | Jonathan Tycko, Attorney
17 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we sit down with attorney Jon Tycko, a leading expert in representing whistleblowers in qui tam lawsuits within the healthcare indust...