by Numan Shaikh | 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...
by Numan Shaikh | 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...
by Numan Shaikh | 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...
by Numan Shaikh | 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...
by Numan Shaikh | 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...
