The Regimen

Chansonida Uk, URI PharmD Candidate '25, Jeffrey Bratberg, PharmD, FAPhA
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Welcome to “The Regimen,” where pharmacists, pharmacy students, and their guests discuss the latest public health issues and their solutions. Listen in to find out how we all can improve population health, health equity, and patient care through advocacy and education. This podcast does not represent the views or opinions of the University of Rhode Island or the Rhode Island Department of Health. "The Regimen" logo created by Marisa Jacobs, URI PharmD.

  1. 2025 RI Pharmacy Legislative Achievements

    07/03/2025

    2025 RI Pharmacy Legislative Achievements

    With the 2025 Rhode Island legislative session gavelled out, we are back for our annual law update- the Rhode Island Legislative Achievements in Pharmacy, in partnership with Drug Topics! Keep listening to find out about this record-breaking year for the number of new pharmacy laws passed (six!), hear how two new URI pharmacy grads helped while on their public health rotations, and discover the perspective on these new laws from a national pharmacy policy leader.

    1h 2m

  2. 06/19/2025 · BONUS

    Bonus Episode: The Regimen for Music Therapy

    Welcome back to The Regimen, with a special bonus episode from now Dr. Madi Hartling, as we discuss music therapy and its intersection with the pharmacy practice. Special thanks to our special guest Sam Shriner for providing her insight and expertise!!

    32 min
  3. The Regimen: Beyond the Counter - Precision and Possibilities with Dr. Joseph Bizier

    06/13/2025

    The Regimen: Beyond the Counter - Precision and Possibilities with Dr. Joseph Bizier

    Pharmacists in Silicon Valley? Yeah… it’s a thing. In this final episode of Beyond the Counter, our special series spotlighting pharmacists in innovative and unexpected roles, we’re going deep into the world of HealthTech. Meet Dr. Joseph Bizier, pharmacist and Head of Clinical Program Design at Verily—yes, that Verily, the Alphabet (Google) company revolutionizing precision health. Join hosts Dr. Chansonida Uk and Dr. Jef Bratberg as they chat with Dr. Bizier about his journey from pharmacy to tech, what clinical design looks like at a cutting-edge digital health company, and how pharmacists are shaping the future of healthcare through data, design, and digital innovation. Whether you're a student, a practicing pharmacist, or just curious about the evolving role of healthcare professionals in tech, this episode is for you. 🎧 Let’s go beyond the counter—into Silicon Valley.

    42 min
  4. The Regimen: Beyond the Counter-Fellowship Success with Dr. Brindley Rospars

    06/03/2025

    The Regimen: Beyond the Counter-Fellowship Success with Dr. Brindley Rospars

    🚀 Ever wonder where a pharma fellowship can take you? Dr. Brindley Rospars shares her journey—straight to leadership at J&J. In this episode of Beyond the Counter, a mini-series from The Regimen, we speak with Dr. Brindley Rospars, Associate Director at Johnson & Johnson. Brindley shares an inside look at her pharmaceutical industry fellowship experience—what it entailed, how she navigated it, and the pivotal role it played in launching her career into leadership. If you're curious about nontraditional pharmacy roles and the power of fellowships, this episode is for you.

    40 min
  5. The Regimen: Things I Wish I Knew Before Applying to a Fellowship

    05/21/2025

    The Regimen: Things I Wish I Knew Before Applying to a Fellowship

    Curious about pharmacy fellowships? Whether you're exploring industry roles, deep in the application process, or wondering what a “functional area” even means—this episode is for you. Host Chansonida Uk (URI PharmD '25) and Dr. Jef Bratberg are joined by Aminah Islam (URI PharmD '25) and Soeun An (URI PharmD '25), two incoming fellows, to unpack the fellowship journey: from applications and mentorship to interviews and building your portfolio. Plus, some rapid-fire Q&A fun to wrap it up. 💡 Learn how pharmacists and students can advance public health through advocacy, education—and maybe a fellowship. 🔗 Follow @PharmDPubHealth on Instagram & connect on LinkedIn. 🎧 Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube & more!

    33 min
  6. The Regimen: Beyond the Counter – Natalya Salganik: From Retail to Research

    05/13/2025

    The Regimen: Beyond the Counter – Natalya Salganik: From Retail to Research

    In this episode of The Regimen, part of our Beyond the Counter series, we sit down with Natalya Salganik, a current PhD student in Health Outcomes at the University of Rhode Island. Natalya shares her journey transitioning from a career in retail pharmacy to the world of research and academia. We dive into the challenges she faced along the way, including personal adversities that ultimately fueled her decision to pursue a PhD. Her story is one of resilience, growth, and redefining what it means to be a pharmacist beyond the counter.

    31 min
  7. The Regimen: How A Pharmacist Landed A Role at L'Oreal With Ethan Melillo

    05/06/2025

    The Regimen: How A Pharmacist Landed A Role at L'Oreal With Ethan Melillo

    Chansonida and Jef explore roles of pharmacists beyond the counter, one being personal care and cosmetics. Dr. Ethan Melillo shares his career journey, from working as a pharmacy cashier to becoming a social media influencer and now senior manager at L'Oreal, emphasizing the importance of skincare education for pharmacists and addressing medical misinformation. The conversation concluded with a rapid-fire Q&A session and Ethan's future plans, including his continued efforts to educate people about skincare and work with various brands.

    36 min
  8. The Regimen: Wellness At The Push Of A Button

    04/29/2025

    The Regimen: Wellness At The Push Of A Button

    In this episode, we dive into an exciting shift happening at the intersection of healthcare, technology, and education. Join us as we chat with pharmacists who are pioneering a health and wellness machine right inside the College of Pharmacy. From promoting preventive care to empowering students with on-demand wellness resources, this innovative initiative is reshaping how future pharmacists think about patient care. Tune in to hear how this small machine is making a big impact—and why it just might be the future of pharmacy. Guest Speakers: Dr. Katherine Houlihan and Dr. Ginger Lemay

    34 min
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Welcome to “The Regimen,” where pharmacists, pharmacy students, and their guests discuss the latest public health issues and their solutions. Listen in to find out how we all can improve population health, health equity, and patient care through advocacy and education. This podcast does not represent the views or opinions of the University of Rhode Island or the Rhode Island Department of Health. "The Regimen" logo created by Marisa Jacobs, URI PharmD.

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  • Creator
    Chansonida Uk, URI PharmD Candidate '25, Jeffrey Bratberg, PharmD, FAPhA
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2025
  • Episodes
    139
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Chansonida Uk, URI PharmD Candidate '25, Jeffrey Bratberg, PharmD, FAPhA
  • Show Website
    The Regimen