Have you ever taken a moment to consider everything that a retail pharmacist does in a given day? It’s pretty insane and amazing, especially considering their changing work environment and constraints, and it’s no wonder the retail world is experiencing difficulty retaining its staff. How might this be improved? How can employers keep these extremely valuable individuals content, fulfilled, practicing their best for patients, and quite frankly, fed during the day? We have some ideas!
Read MoreImagine designing a medication trial hoping to demonstrate one benefit…and then finding out that your study drug just happens to have significant additional health benefits? You’d be jumping for joy! Well, that’s exactly what happened with the GLP-1 receptor agonists. Originally intended for treatment of type 2 diabetes, they’re now making huge waves in the fight against obesity. Learn how in this star-studded post!
Read MoreJust when you thought you had a handle on what kinds of residencies and career options await you after graduation, think again! If you haven’t yet been introduced to the community-based pharmacy residency program (CPRP), it’s certainly worth taking the time to shake its hand. These rich and diverse programs offer a variety of experiences that can springboard your pharmacy career in multiple directions, so come learn about them from several CPRP graduates!
Read MoreHave you ever encountered a lab result that just didn’t make sense? Like, the clinical picture of the patient didn’t match what the lab reported? It happens, and as pharmacists, we need to have a critical brain for asking ourselves whether the lab result could be fake news. Let tl;dr share some quick knowledge about one such scenario - pseudohyperkalemia.
Read MoreWe know, we know, you’re like please not another website about vaccines (#vaccinefatigue)…BUT hear us out! We realize the world’s been totally engrossed with COVID-19 vaccines for the last few years, but are you familiar with the other major vaccines recommended for adults? We can’t forget about those! Join tl;dr for the rundown on vaccine types, how they work with the immune system to produce protection, and the highlights for the most commonly recommended adult vaccinations.
Read MoreTwo roads diverged in a wood, and I…didn’t take either of them! Because guess what? There are more than just two roads! Despite what you may have heard, pharmacy careers encompass more than just hospital or retail work, and building on our previous career posts about Industry, tl;dr is here this time to introduce you to yet another growing sector: specialty pharmacy. What makes specialty so special? Come read to find out!
Read MorePharmacists are consistently rated in the top 5 most trusted professions in the US. This means that patients feel comfortable asking us anything - and we mean ANYTHING. So if you haven’t yet been asked about how to manage medications while intermittent fasting, we’re willing to bet you’ll get this question at some point in your career. If you’re not already familiar with this topic, no worries, that’s what we’re here for! Let tl;dr introduce you to the whys, whens, and hows of intermittent fasting, as well as what on earth to do with that long list of medications!
Read MoreIt’s gettin’ HOT in here… which is why each and every one of you should know how to approach and manage burn patients! It’s not just about the skin, y’all. We have to consider the lungs - and actually every other organ - too. Let tl;dr give you the rundown on initial resuscitation of patients with burns so that, whether you’re practicing at a large burn center or a rural emergency room, you know what to do.
Read MoreYou see those 2 kids there, totally #winning? Together? Isn’t that what you’ve always dreamed of for your pharmacy career (teamwork makes the dream work and all that)? Well guess what…we have THE opportunity for you!! Come learn how chronic care management allows you to partner with other health care team members, use your clinical knowledge, and improve patient care - all within a viable business model.
Read MoreI’m sure you’ve all heard the saying, “Less is more.” And in the case of prostate cancer, truer words were never spoken! This week, we’re diving into men’s health to discuss why decreasing testosterone is key to treating this disease as well as how to achieve these lower levels using pharmacotherapy. And don’t worry, if you can’t remember those reproductive hormone feedback loops, we gotcha covered.
Read MoreHappy New Year! Just in time for all those insurance changes to take effect (and the barrage of new prior authorizations to be submitted), tl;dr is here to help you get through this period with the best explanation of Medicare Part D. Ever. Written by a pharmacist for pharmacists. So if you’re trying to figure out how to explain to your patients why they owe $$$ for their script and why it changes throughout the year (and you’re going crazy), soak in this post.
Read MoreWe’re winding down to the end of another year, which means it’s a perfect time for reflection. We’ve already recently admitted where we (as a profession) have perhaps been misguided with vancomycin dosing… So perhaps it’s time for us to admit yet another potential practice oopsy. Come reflect with tl;dr on the use of sodium bicarbonate in cardiac arrests and whether this is a strategy we should continue.
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