The 2024 BCGP Exam is changing and I wanted to highlight some of the important information that you should know when planning to take this challenging exam. One of the biggest changes is that the exam was actually shortened. It has been shortened from 175 questions to 150 questions. It...
Hiring managers play a crucial role in building effective and talented teams, but they often encounter various challenges throughout the recruitment process. Here are five common challenges faced by hiring managers: Talent Shortages One of the persistent challenges for hiring managers is the scarcity of qualified candidates for certain roles....
A few years ago, I started working with a new client who was taking twelve different supplements from an alternative medicine doctor. Some were antimicrobial agents used for killing gut pathogens; some were herbs and nutrients meant to support her liver and adrenals. In theory, the protocol she was on...
To be 100% transparent, I have never personally seen a case of tendon rupture that was likely due to quinolones. I have heard of one from another colleague. It is a very rare adverse effect that has been reported in numerous case studies. What I want you to be aware...
Advancing your pharmacy career to the next level requires a combination of strategic planning, continuous learning, and effective networking. Whether you are a recent graduate or a seasoned professional, adopting the right strategies can significantly enhance your career prospects. Continuous Education and Certification Stay updated with the latest developments in...
Wow… do the years just fly by! I can’t believe that it’s been over 10 years since I started the thyroidpharmacist.com blog in 2013, and now 2023 is almost over. ? Around this time of year, I tend to be very introspective. I was visiting with my family and my...
The 5 members of the hospital management team sat somewhat nervously around the conference room table. They had done their homework, gathered their metrics, and printed their reports. This was the first “official” meeting with their new boss and they wanted to start off on the right foot. The new...
I recently came across a clinical issue in my practice as a consultant pharmacist to assisted living and long-term care facilities. The item in question was how to manage the apixaban diltiazem interaction. Apixaban Diltiazem Interaction Defined Apixaban is significantly metabolized by CYP3A4. This liver enzyme is significantly inhibited by...
Attracting pharmacists to rural or underserved areas is a crucial step in addressing healthcare disparities and ensuring that all communities have access to essential pharmacy services. Employing innovative strategies can help make these areas more appealing to pharmacists, encouraging them to contribute to the health and well-being of underserved populations....
What is the right diet to heal Hashimoto’s? I hear this question a lot. Unfortunately, the answer isn’t always straightforward, as nutrition is the only science where multiple answers can be both correct and wrong. One (wo)man’s medicine can be another (wo)man’s poison. It took time, experimentation, and further testing,...