Joe Pinto, Vice President of Pharmacy Operations at Mount Sinai Health System, shares insights into the unique challenges of managing pharmacy operations across multiple hospitals. Joe discusses the critical role of pharmacists in patient care, emphasizing the importance of standardizing practices while accommodating individual site needs. He also explores the potential of AI and automation in pharmacy, highlighting both the opportunities and risks associated with these technologies. Finally, Joe reflects on the pharmacy landscape and the need for better advocacy and marketing to showcase the full scope of what pharmacists contribute to healthcare.
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Ify Igbunike, Director of Pharmacy Services at University of Maryland Midtown Campus, sat down with Pharmacy Angle to discuss value-based pharmacy practices and narcotic diversion prevention. She shares valuable insights on implementing evidence-based care, the role of behavioral assessments in managing controlled substances, and the complexities of regulatory compliance. Watch the full interview to gain expert knowledge on navigating today's healthcare challenges.
In this insightful interview, Alex Kardos, Corporate Director of Pharmacy Services at RX Holding Hospital, discusses his role overseeing pharmaceutical operations across 126 sites. He highlights the challenges of navigating regulatory pressures, drug shortages, and staffing issues while emphasizing the growing importance of driving revenue in outpatient settings. Kardos shares how his team balances these demands by leveraging peer insights and vendor partnerships to improve efficiency and compliance.
Dr. Rabiah Dys, Senior Vice President of Clinical Services and Program Development at CPS, shared insights at ASHP on her role and passion for advancing health equity. She emphasized the importance of improving health literacy by helping patients understand their diagnoses and care plans, starting at hospital admission. Dr. Dys also highlighted the need for better continuity of care between hospital discharge and community pharmacy settings to ensure patients can manage their health effectively.