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Independent Insights, a Health Mart Podcast

Independent Insights, a Health Mart Podcast

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Independent Insights, a Health Mart Podcast brings together independent pharmacy owners and other community pharmacy experts to inspire all pharmacy team members to not just survive, but thrive in building practices that cater to the needs of local communities. Plug in to hear ways to innovate patient care services and strengthen the overall health of your pharmacy business.

Plus, sharpen your clinical skills with GameChangers Clinical Conversations - a weekly pharmacotherapy podcast featuring the latest game-changing advances in patient care. New episodes arrive every Monday and are available for CE credit. Check the show notes for instructions on how to redeem your credit.

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Episodes
  • Microdose Lithium in Alzheimer's Treatment
    Dec 22 2025

    Recent preclinical studies highlight the potential of micro‑dosed lithium to modulate Alzheimer’s disease pathology and support neuronal health. This episode examines the molecular mechanisms, current evidence in Alzheimer’s models, and emerging considerations for safe use and monitoring. You will gain insights to navigate this evolving topic and support informed discussions around lithium micro‑dosing in Alzheimer’s care.

    HOST
    Rachel Maynard, PharmD

    GameChangers Podcast Host and Clinical Editor, CEimpact
    Lead Editor, Pyrls

    GUEST
    Dawn Gerber, PharmD, BCGP, FASCP, FAzPA, CPAFH
    Professor of Pharmacy Practice
    Midwestern University

    Pharmacists, REDEEM YOUR CPE HERE!
    CPE is available to Health Mart franchise members only
    To learn more about Health Mart, click here: https://join.healthmart.com/

    CPE INFORMATION
    Learning Objectives

    Upon successful completion of this knowledge-based activity, participants should be able to:
    1. Describe current evidence on the use of microdose lithium in Alzheimer's disease.
    2. Identify pharmacist considerations for monitoring, patient selection, and safety in the context of lithium micro-dosing for Alzheimer's.

    Rachel Maynard and Dawn Gerber have no relevant financial relationships to disclose.

    0.05 CEU/0.5 Hr
    UAN: 0107-0000-25-375-H01-P
    Initial release date: 12/22/2025
    Expiration date: 12/22/2026
    Additional CPE details can be found here.

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    39 mins
  • New Prescription Option for Fibromyalgia Treatment
    Dec 15 2025

    Patients with fibromyalgia have waited more than a decade for a new therapeutic option, and a recent regulatory approval signals a shift for these patients. This episode reviews the clinical trial data, mechanism of action, dosing considerations, and pharmacist‑relevant monitoring for the newly approved sublingual formulation of cyclobenzaprine HCl. You will gain practical insights to inform patient education, therapy optimization, and interdisciplinary collaboration in fibromyalgia care.

    HOST
    Rachel Maynard, PharmD

    GameChangers Podcast Host and Clinical Editor, CEimpact
    Lead Editor, Pyrls

    GUEST
    Amanda (Mandy) Mullins, PharmD, BCPS

    Clinical Pharmacist Practitioner
    Veterans Affairs

    Pharmacists, REDEEM YOUR CPE HERE!
    CPE is available to Health Mart franchise members only
    To learn more about Health Mart, click here: https://join.healthmart.com/

    CPE INFORMATION
    Learning Objectives

    Upon successful completion of this knowledge-based activity, participants should be able to:
    1. Describe the mechanism of action and key clinical trial outcomes associated with the newly approved prescription medication for fibromyalgia.
    2. Identify pharmacist responsibilities for dosing, monitoring adverse effects, and patient counseling when supporting the use of this new fibromyalgia therapy.

    Rachel Maynard and Amanda (Mandy) Mullins have no relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies to disclose.

    0.05 CEU/0.5 Hr
    UAN: 0107-0000-25-371-H01-P
    Initial release date: 12/15/2025
    Expiration date: 12/15/2026
    Additional CPE details can be found here.

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    46 mins
  • How OTC Pain Medications May Fuel Antibiotic Resistance
    Dec 8 2025

    Pain relief medications like acetaminophen and ibuprofen are staples in everyday care—but emerging research suggests they may play a role in antibiotic resistance. This episode reviews recent findings, explores how these common drugs may influence bacterial response to antibiotics, and highlights pharmacist‑specific considerations. You will walk away with practical insights to support informed medication use and strengthen antibiotic stewardship.

    HOST
    Rachel Maynard, PharmD
    GameChangers Podcast Host and Clinical Editor, CEimpact
    Lead Editor, Pyrls

    GUEST
    Hunter O. Rondeau, PharmD, BCIDP, AAHIVP
    Antimicrobial Stewardship Coordinator, SSM Health
    Adjunct Clinical Assistant Professor, University of Kansas School of Pharmacy

    Rachel Maynard has no relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies to disclose.

    Hunter Rondeau is a consultant for Pyrls, a speaker for ASHP, and was a speaker for ACCP (ended October 2025) and Vituity (ended May 2025). All relevant financial relationships have been mitigated.


    Pharmacists, REDEEM YOUR CPE HERE!
    CPE is available to Health Mart franchise members only
    To learn more about Health Mart, click here: https://join.healthmart.com/


    CPE INFORMATION
    Learning Objectives

    Upon successful completion of this knowledge-based activity, participants should be able to:
    1. Describe emerging evidence on how common OTC pain medications may influence antibiotic resistance.
    2. Identify pharmacist strategies to optimize analgesic and antibiotic use while supporting antimicrobial stewardship.

    0.05 CEU/0.5 Hr
    UAN: 0107-0000-25-372-H01-P
    Initial release date: 12/8/2025
    Expiration date: 12/8/2026
    Additional CPE details can be found here.

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    38 mins
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