Why Pharmacists Are Leaving: A Crisis in Healthcare

Why Pharmacists Are Leaving: A Crisis in Healthcare

by Alex Barker | Jan 22, 2025 | Burnout, Career, pharmacist, Pharmacy

More and more pharmacists are walking away from the profession. The white coat is coming off, and pharmacists are heading for the exit. It’s a mass exodus that’s just beginning, and it’s happening for a lot of reasons, each one contributing to a situation that’s...
PGY1 Residency: The Hard Truth They Don’t Tell You!

PGY1 Residency: The Hard Truth They Don’t Tell You!

by Alex Barker | Jan 17, 2025 | Career, Career Path, pharmacist, Pharmacy

There’s a myth that if you don’t do a residency, you’re somehow behind in your pharmacy career. I get it—residencies have been heavily promoted, and for a good reason. They open doors. They offer valuable hands-on experience, expand your professional network, and help...
The Best (and Worst) of ASHP Midyear 2024: My Honest Review

The Best (and Worst) of ASHP Midyear 2024: My Honest Review

by Alex Barker | Jan 15, 2025 | Career Path, Industry, pharmacist, Pharmacy

I recently returned from ASHP Mid Year, and let me tell you, it was an unforgettable experience—mostly for the good, but a few things definitely left me scratching my head. It’s one of those events where you meet incredible people, learn a lot, and get inspired—but...
Ozempic Scams: How Counterfeit Drugs Are Fooling Everyone

Ozempic Scams: How Counterfeit Drugs Are Fooling Everyone

by Alex Barker | Jan 13, 2025 | Health and Wellness, Industry, pharmacist, Pharmacy

  The FDA recently uncovered thousands of counterfeit Ozempic pens in legitimate pharmacies across the U.S., and let me tell you, as a pharmacist, this is both terrifying and eye-opening. What makes this situation even worse is that these fakes weren’t from shady...
How Pharmacy Is Evolving: A New Era of Innovation and Opportunity

How Pharmacy Is Evolving: A New Era of Innovation and Opportunity

by Alex Barker | Jan 10, 2025 | Burnout, Career Path, Industry, pharmacist, Pharmacy

Pharmacy is at a turning point—a moment where the challenges we face are so significant that they’re creating space for something extraordinary. Despite the burnout, closures, PBMs squeezing every last penny, and the relentless pressure to do more with less, this is...
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