The Mortar & Pestle

Bruce Biundo, RPh, FACA, joins co-hosts Mike De Lisio and Sebastian Denison, RPh, FAARM (candidate), to further explore all things men’s health. They specifically discuss the latest research on testosterone of men with COVID — and much more.

Richard Harris MD, PharmD, MBA, joins co-hosts Mike De Lisio, Sebastian Denison, RPh, FAARM (candidate), & Renee Prescott, PharmD, to discuss his diversified professional background, how he views treating patients and helping them on their wellness journey. They also give a brief preview of his upcoming lecture at PCCA's International Seminar. 

Nat Jones, RPh, FAPC, joins co-hosts Mike De Lisio and Sebastian Denison, RPh, FAARM (candidate), to discuss Psoriasis in recognition of August being Psoriasis Awareness Month. They discuss the most likely factors that contribute to the development of Psoriasis in patients and the best ways that compounding pharmacists can help treat patients who are dealing with it.

Deborah Clarke, RPh, Tricia Heitman, PharmD, and Ranel Larsen, PharmD, RPh, join Sebastian Denison, RPh, FAARM (candidate), to discuss how they work together and the many benefits they've seen from growing closer as a team both personally and professionally. 

Lizzie Harbin, Vice President of Public Affairs, Communications, Education and Human Resources at PCCA and Renee Prescott, PharmD, Director of Education at PCCA, join host Mike De Lisio to discuss PCCA's upcoming International Seminar in Houston, Texas. They discuss the opportunity of being able to network with other compounding pharmacists, the education being offered, and the hybrid nature of the event if you're not able to attend in person. Register today at pccainternationalseminar.com!

Darrin Berlin, RPh, BScPharm, Owner and Pharmacist at Dispensaries Ltd, joins co-hosts Mike De Lisio and Sebastian Denison, RPh, FAARM (candidate), to discuss his journey in compounding from a Canadian perspective. They talk about how he found success in his career and valuable lessons he learned along the way.

Stephanie Allen, ASIN, CN, CPES, Manager of Wellness Works, joins co-hosts Mike De Lisio and Sebastian Denison, RPh, FAARM (candidate), to discuss the world of supplements and nutrition. They discuss how the two go hand-in-hand and what products Wellness Works offers for supplementation and nutrition support.

Ross Caputo, PhD,  President and Chief Executive Officer of Eagle Analytical Services, joins co-hosts Mike De Lisio and Sebastian Denison, RPh, FAARM (candidate), to discuss what insanitary conditions actually means in 503A pharmacies, and why its of great importance for independent pharmacies and patients today.

Mark Gonzalez, PharmD, Clinical Compounding Pharmacist at PCCA, joins co-hosts Mike De Lisio and Sebastian Denison, RPh, FAARM (candidate), to discuss the mechanics of operating a profitable compounding pharmacy. Mark shares from his experience owning a successful compounding pharmacy key insights into operating with both profit and patient needs in mind.

Matt Martin, PharmD, BCSCP, Director of Clinical Services, and Jerra Banwarth R.Ph., FIACP, Online Education Manager, join co-hosts Mike De Lisio and Sebastian Denison, RPh, FAARM (candidate) to discuss PCCA's newest online educational platform. They discuss the advantages the eLearning platform can bring to compounding pharmacies and how it can aid in training new employees and reinforcing best practices for all employees while also boosting ROI.

Ashley Barton, CPhT,  Director of Compounding Operations at People's Pharmacy, joins co-hosts Mike De Lisio, Erin Michael, MBA, MS, CPhT, and Sebastian Denison, RPh, FAARM (candidate), to discuss her journey from compounding technician to her current role as Director of Compounding Operations. They also discuss her thoughts on the evolution of the compounding technician’s role in pharmacy and what's ahead for all compounding technicians.

Tim Hines - marketing guru, podcaster, and author of the recently released book, The Marketing Starter: How an Entrepreneurial Spirit Will Make You a More Savvy Marketer, joins Mike De Lisio and special guest co-host Ethan Shinogle, Director of Marketing at PCCA on this episode of The Mortar & Pestle. Tim built his career applying an entrepreneurial approach to marketing for start-ups and businesses with limited capacity to market. His intentionality on humanizing the marketing process and empowering the do-it all marketers, makes Tim a great resource for compounding pharmacy.

 

You can purchase a copy of Tim's new book, The Marketing Starter, at the link below.

 

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Description: Dennis Wong, B.Sc., FAARFM, CCN, ABAAHP, IFMCP, joins co-hosts Mike De Lisio and Sebastian Denison, RPh, FAARM (candidate), to discuss his compounding journey in the Canadian market and the unique challenges and opportunities he’s experienced in meeting patient needs.

Gus Bassani, PharmD, PCCA Chief Scientific Officer, joins co-hosts Mike De Lisio and Sebastian Denison, RPh, FAARM (candidate), to discuss the latest innovations coming up from PCCA. They also discuss what the landscape for the compounding industry will look like in the near future.

 A.J. Day, PharmD, Vice President of Clinical Services at PCCA, joins co-hosts Mike De Lisio and Sebastian Denison, RPh, FAARM (candidate), to discuss the current regulatory environment within the compounding industry and discusses how the environment could potentially impact all compounding pharmacists.