PodcastRx

Diamond Pharmacy Services
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The PodcastRx show is a production of Diamond Pharmacy Services, the nation's largest correctional pharmacy services provider and one of Pennsylvania's largest independent long-term care pharmacies. In 2024, clinical pharmacist Christopher Bender from Diamond's Office of Pharmacy Therapeutics and Integrated Clinical Services (OPTICS) became the chief contributor to the show, adding a new layer of credibility and expertise.

  1. Ep. 65 - Oral GLP-1s for Weight Loss: The Wait (Weight?) is Over

    JAN 26

    Ep. 65 - Oral GLP-1s for Weight Loss: The Wait (Weight?) is Over

    With the approval of oral Wegovy making headlines in the new year, it was timely to catch up with Chris on this and many other exciting developments in the realm of GLP-1s. In our main discussion, Chris talks about the immediate impact of oral Wegovy and some small but important differences from its injectable predecessors. He also gets into the application of GLP-1s outside of weight loss, the promise of new agents currently in development, the impact of GLP-1s in corrections healthcare and addresses growing concerns over safety, side-effects, and availability. For Into the Clinic, Chris shares some important updates involving gonorrhea treatments, functional seizure guidelines, ADA diabetes guidelines, and the GOLD COPD guidelines. And in our Trivia Capsule segment, we look back at some spectacular failures in the history of weight loss medications and why these drug did not live up to the weight of expectations. See full show notes with links to reference material. Sponsor Links: www.opticsclinical.com www.sapphire-health.com Music in this Episode: The Retro Synth by Art Haiz Vitals & Headlines (Suno AI) Breezy Thoughts (Suno AI) Trivia Time Ticker (Suno AI)

    53 min
  2. Ep. 64 - Holiday Check-In and Pharmacist Wishes for 2026

    12/23/2025

    Ep. 64 - Holiday Check-In and Pharmacist Wishes for 2026

    We apologize for the hiatus! Things have been busy the last few months, both personally and professionally. Now that everything is slowing down for the holidays, it's a perfect time to touch base and let you all know that we're still here and that we have new episodes in the works for 2026. Speaking of the new year, Chris takes a moment to share his personal pharmacist wish list for 2026. (New GLP1 approvals! Interchangable biologics! No more drug shortages! And more!) And if you're a fan of "It's a Wonderful Life", you'll definitely want to hear about the pharmacy trivia tidbit that Chris discovered in this all-time Christmas classic. What was the "poison" that Mr. Gower almost gave to a patient? Thanks for listening! Wishing all a most Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays! Link to full show notes.

    24 min
  3. Ep. 63 - Medication Non-Adherence: Meeting Patients Where They Are

    08/13/2025

    Ep. 63 - Medication Non-Adherence: Meeting Patients Where They Are

    After two jam packed episodes dedicated to disease states, we’re back for a corrections-focused look at medication non-adherence. While the failure to take medication as prescribed affects patient outcomes across every healthcare setting, Chris zeroes in on the unique “societal” factors that drive non-adherence behind bars. He gives us a rundown of clinical pharmacist strategies to promote adherence, from basic regimen changes to more in-depth counseling and education for patients and providers alike. All this plus the usual grab bag of medication news and some trivia about the very first long-acting injectable medications! Link to full show notes with references. Sponsor Links: SapphireHealth- https://www.sapphire-health.com/ OPTICS- www.diamondpharmacy.com/clincal-services Music Heard in Today's Episode: The Retro Synth by Art Haiz Medical Logo (5 Versions) by SoulProdMusic Medical by PaulYudin Ambient Relax Background by PaulYudin Fun & Quirky Upbeat Retro

    38 min
  4. Ep. 62 - Understanding Osteoporosis: A Bare Bones Overview

    07/09/2025

    Ep. 62 - Understanding Osteoporosis: A Bare Bones Overview

    In this episode, we’re diving into a condition that affects over 10 million Americans but often flies under the radar—osteoporosis. Following up on last month’s discussion on insomnia, we’re once again tackling a silent, underdiagnosed condition that has major implications for older adults. Chris breaks down the basics of bone biology, the surprising impact of fractures—especially hip fractures—and the risk factors that contribute to osteoporosis. From screening guidelines and supplement strategies to the most common pharmacologic treatments, this episode is packed with practical insights for healthcare providers. All this plus medication news, trivia, and an appearance from Chris' dog. Link to full show notes with references. Sponsor Links: SapphireHealth- https://www.sapphire-health.com/ OPTICS- www.diamondpharmacy.com/clincal-services Music Heard in Today's Episode: The Retro Synth by Art Haiz Medical Logo (5 Versions) by SoulProdMusic Medical by PaulYudin Ambient Relax Background by PaulYudin Fun & Quirky Upbeat Retro

    41 min
  5. Ep. 61 - Understanding Insomnia: Sleep, Safety, and Stewardship

    06/04/2025

    Ep. 61 - Understanding Insomnia: Sleep, Safety, and Stewardship

    For this episode, Chris takes an eyes wide open look at insomnia, particularly as it affects older adults. We talk about causes, the first line importance of non-pharmacologic treatments, and of course, the primary medications used for sleep onset and sleep maintenance and their clinical and cost considerations. We also digress briefly into insomnia management in the corrections environment and explore natural and OTC remedies. All this plus the latest medication news and a brief history of hypnotics. Link to the full show notes. Sponsor Links: SapphireHealth- https://www.sapphire-health.com/ OPTICS- www.diamondpharmacy.com/clincal-services Music Heard in Today's Episode: The Retro Synth by Art Haiz Medical Logo (5 Versions) by SoulProdMusic Medical by PaulYudin Ambient Relax Background by PaulYudin Fun & Quirky Upbeat Retro by yourtunes

    47 min
  6. Ep. 60- Blood Pressure Goals- What's the "Right" Number? With special guest Henry So, PharmD, BCACP, BCPS

    04/23/2025

    Ep. 60- Blood Pressure Goals- What's the "Right" Number? With special guest Henry So, PharmD, BCACP, BCPS

    When it comes to managing hypertension and reducing adverse cardiovascular events, what is the ideal blood pressure figure clinicians should target? OPTICS pharmacist Henry So joins Chris for some back and forth around this question. They look at the evolution (and proliferation) of blood pressure guidelines, examine controversies around certain studies, share some of their own personal experiences with hypertension, and ultimately whether they think a lower number is necessarily better. Before that, Chris shares some quick drug approval and guideline updates, and afterwards, we end things with a look at back at how the death of a US President 80 years ago sounded the alarm on the dangers of untreated hypertension. Link to the full show notes. Sponsor Links: SapphireHealth- https://www.sapphire-health.com/ OPTICS- www.diamondpharmacy.com/clincal-services Music Heard in Today's Episode: The Retro Synth by Art Haiz Medical Logo (5 Versions) by SoulProdMusic Medical by PaulYudin Ambient Relax Background by PaulYudin Fun & Quirky Upbeat Retro by yourtunes

    1h 9m
  7. Ep. 59 - Managing Overweight and Obesity Behind Bars: An NCCHC Conference Session Preview

    03/26/2025

    Ep. 59 - Managing Overweight and Obesity Behind Bars: An NCCHC Conference Session Preview

    Chris is heading to the Spring NCCHC Conference in Louisville, KY to rep Diamond/OPTICS and give a presentation on overweight and obesity management in the correctional setting. As revolutionary weight loss treatments take hold in the community and in the popular consciousness, Chris is seizing on the moment not to just to talk about GLP-1s, but to review weight management as a whole, pharmocologic and non-pharmacologic treatments, special considerations for the corrections environment, and much more. We take a sneak peak at his presentation and talk about what he hopes attendees will take away from it. Elsewhere, we discuss: The recent approval of Journavx for pain Expanded Ozempic indication RSV and Meningococcal vaccine updates Rapid initiation approval for Sublocade The elimination of the clozapine REMS program And in our final trivia capsule segment, Chris highlights how venom from some very nasty beasties has been utilized to treat everything from hypetension to severe chronic pain. Thanks for listening! Visit Chris (and Diamond Pharmacy) at the NCCHC Conference- Booth 500! Link to the full show notes. Sponsor Links: SapphireHealth- https://www.sapphire-health.com/ OPTICS- www.diamondpharmacy.com/clincal-services Music Heard in Today's Episode: The Retro Synth by Art Haiz Medical Logo (5 Versions) by SoulProdMusic Medical by PaulYudin Ambient Relax Background by PaulYudin Fun & Quirky Upbeat Retro by yourtunes

    41 min
  8. Ep. 58 - Three Smart(er) Clinical Decisions

    01/22/2025

    Ep. 58 - Three Smart(er) Clinical Decisions

    For the first #PodcastRx episode of 2025, Chris - in the spirit of New Year's resolutions- explores some common sense but effective tenets for improved clinical decision making. Ahead of that, he details a few noteworthy expanded drug approvals (Vtama, Nemluvio, Zepbound) and revised treament guidelines (diabetes, metformin, borderline personaility disorder). And to close things out, he looks back at the ancient origins of the pharmacy profession. Please rate and/or review where you listen to podcasts! See the expanded show notes here. Sponsor Links: SapphireHealth- https://www.sapphire-health.com/ OPTICS- www.diamondpharmacy.com/clincal-services Music Heard in Today's Episode: The Retro Synth by Art Haiz Medical Logo (5 Versions) by SoulProdMusic Medical by PaulYudin Ambient Relax Background by PaulYudin Fun & Quirky Upbeat Retro by yourtunes

    35 min
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The PodcastRx show is a production of Diamond Pharmacy Services, the nation's largest correctional pharmacy services provider and one of Pennsylvania's largest independent long-term care pharmacies. In 2024, clinical pharmacist Christopher Bender from Diamond's Office of Pharmacy Therapeutics and Integrated Clinical Services (OPTICS) became the chief contributor to the show, adding a new layer of credibility and expertise.

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  • Creator
    Diamond Pharmacy Services
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    72
  • Rating
    Clean
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