Over the Counter

Drug Topics
  • 5.0 (2)
  • SCIENCE
  • UPDATED BIWEEKLY

Over the Counter is a weekly podcast from Drug Topics, featuring insights from industry experts on the latest news, trends, and innovations in pharmacy. Episodes are released every Thursday afternoon and can be found at www.drugtopics.com/podcasts. 

  1. 1D AGO

    The Evolution of DTP Pharmacy Models and the Future of Digital Health

    Timothy Aungst, PharmD; Ravi Patel, PharmD, MBA, MS; and Smit Patel, PharmD; joined Over the Counter to discuss direct-to-patient pharmacy models and how they're revolutionizing the future of health care.

    26 min

  2. FEB 5

    What the Newest Landmark PBM Reform Means for the Pharmacy Industry

    Jesse Dresser, Esq, joined Over the Counter to provide necessary insights into recently signed PBM reform set to revolutionize the distribution of pharmacy benefits.

    24 min

  3. JAN 29

    Pharmacists Guide Patients as Prescription Drugs Move Over the Counter

    Alyssa Billingsley, PharmD, joined Over the Counter to discuss the FDA's prescription to OTC transition process and what recent switches mean for independent pharmacies and their patients.

    12 min

  4. JAN 22

    IRA Drug Price Negotiations Threatening Pharmacies’ Financial Sustainability

    Chad Worz, PharmD, BCGP, FASCP, and James Lewis, from the American Society of Consultant Pharmacists (ASCP), joined Over the Counter to discuss the Inflation Reduction Act's industry-wide changes kicking off in 2026.

    15 min

  5. JAN 15

    National Pharmacist Day: Pharmacist Provider Status Reliant on Health Care Champions

    Meagan Brown, PharmD, BCACP, joined Over the Counter to celebrate National Pharmacist Day and discuss the various avenues for expanding pharmacists' scope.

    12 min

  6. JAN 8

    How PBMs, Pharmacists Can Team Up to Improve Women's Health

    Susan Thomas, RN, joined Over the Counter to discuss women's health, the pharmacist's role, and her organization's newly launched program designed to benefit both patients and providers.

    12 min

  7. 12/23/2025

    Pharmacists Must Effectively Balance Risks, Benefits of Social Media Use

    Jennifer Flynn, CPHRM, joined Over the Counter to discuss pharmacists' potential risks and benefits when using social media for professional or personal purposes.

    12 min

  8. 12/23/2025

    Pharmacists Can Reduce HIV Stigma, Increase Access to Care

    Kenric B. Ware, PharmD, MBA, AAHIVP, joined Over the Counter to discuss stigmas surrounding HIV care and prevention as well as the pharmacist's role in advancing management of the condition.

    14 min
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About

Over the Counter is a weekly podcast from Drug Topics, featuring insights from industry experts on the latest news, trends, and innovations in pharmacy. Episodes are released every Thursday afternoon and can be found at www.drugtopics.com/podcasts. 

Information

  • Creator
    Drug Topics
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    140
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Show Website
    Over the Counter