3.2026 Part 1: Ethical Crossroads in Pharmacy Practice - A Pharmacists Perspective

4.2026 Part 2: Seek mentors early and intentionally

In this episode, APhA Member and Practice Advancement Fellow Kaileigh Yen discusses her path that led to pursuing a career in community pharmacy practice. She discusses her ability to practice progressively in her state of North Carolina and how important skills like effective communication are to her practice. Lastly, she discusses the importance of finding a mentor and how it's impacted her career so far. Each month, APhA will release two podcast episodes featuring APhA Members offering a fresh dose of education highlights, practice pearls, and insights to inform your pharmacy practice and advance patient care. Listen to new episodes at your convenience! Members can log into their APhA pharmacist.com Learning Library [https://learn.pharmacist.com/] account to successfully complete a short assessment at the end of each month to earn 0.5 hours of CE credits (.05 CEU). Tune in now on our website or subscribe via YouTube, Spotify, or Apple Podcasts. Disclaimer: The content is intended for informational purposes only and should not be considered or taken as medical advice. The views and opinions expressed in this program are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the opinions or positions of any entities they represent or its employees.

4.2026 Part 1: Show up. And continue to show up.

In this episode, APhA Member and specialty pharmacist from Walgreens Francisco Franco discusses how he's seen community pharmacy evolve in his 15 years of practice. He discusses key skills, attributes and characteristics that have led to his success such as having high emotional intelligence and being able to build a collaborative relationship. Lastly, he discusses his experiences and recommendations for staying engaged as a professional. Each month, APhA will release two podcast episodes featuring APhA Members offering a fresh dose of education highlights, practice pearls, and insights to inform your pharmacy practice and advance patient care. Listen to new episodes at your convenience! Members can log into their APhA pharmacist.com Learning Library account [https://learn.pharmacist.com/] to successfully complete a short assessment at the end of each month to earn 0.5 hours of CE credits (.05 CEU). Tune in now on our website or subscribe via YouTube, Spotify, or Apple Podcasts. Disclaimer: The content is intended for informational purposes only and should not be considered or taken as medical advice. The views and opinions expressed in this program are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the opinions or positions of any entities they represent or its employees.

3.2026 Part 2: Why Ethics Matter - A Pharmacy Technicians Perspective

This podcast explores the everyday ethical challenges faced by pharmacy technicians working across retail, hospital, and clinical settings. Through practical scenarios, professional insights, and real-world examples, this podcast shines a light on the critical role technicians play in protecting patient safety, maintaining confidentiality, and supporting ethical decision making within the healthcare team. Each month, APhA will release two podcast episodes featuring APhA Members offering a fresh dose of education highlights, practice pearls, and insights to inform your pharmacy practice and advance patient care. Listen to new episodes at your convenience! Members can log into their APhA pharmacist.com Learning Library [https://learn.pharmacist.com/] account to successfully complete a short assessment at the end of each month to earn 0.5 hours of CE credits (.05 CEU). Tune in now on our website or subscribe via YouTube, Spotify, or Apple Podcasts. Disclaimer: The content is intended for informational purposes only and should not be considered or taken as medical advice. The views and opinions expressed in this program are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the opinions or positions of any entities they represent or its employees.

3.2026 Part 1: Ethical Crossroads in Pharmacy Practice - A Pharmacists Perspective

This podcast explores real-world ethical dilemmas faced by pharmacy personnel. Through discussion of core ethical principles and practical case studies, listeners will examine how everyday decisions can challenge professional values, patient trust, and ethical standards in community pharmacy practice. Each month, APhA will release two podcast episodes featuring APhA Members offering a fresh dose of education highlights, practice pearls, and insights to inform your pharmacy practice and advance patient care. Listen to new episodes at your convenience! Members can log into their APhA pharmacist.com Learning Library [https://learn.pharmacist.com/] account to successfully complete a short assessment at the end of each month to earn 0.5 hours of CE credits (.05 CEU). Tune in now on our website or subscribe via YouTube, Spotify, or Apple Podcasts. Disclaimer: The content is intended for informational purposes only and should not be considered or taken as medical advice. The views and opinions expressed in this program are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the opinions or positions of any entities they represent or its employees.

2.2026 Part 2: Diabetes and Weight Management

This month, we are reviewing the hot off the press ADA standards of care for people with diabetes. In episode 2, APhA Member Kripali Patel discusses recommendations for weight management in people with diabetes. Each month, APhA will release two podcast episodes featuring APhA Members offering a fresh dose of education highlights, practice pearls, and insights to inform your pharmacy practice and advance patient care. Listen to new episodes at your convenience! Members can log into their APhA pharmacist.com Learning Library [https://learn.pharmacist.com/] account to successfully complete a short assessment at the end of each month to earn 0.5 hours of CE credits (.05 CEU). Tune in now on our website or subscribe via YouTube, Spotify, or Apple Podcasts. Disclaimer: The content is intended for informational purposes only and should not be considered or taken as medical advice. The views and opinions expressed in this program are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the opinions or positions of any entities they represent or its employees.