In this episode of FrameworkFocus, we delve into the world of organizational involvement and leadership in pharmacy with Tim Fensky, Associate Director of Advanced Wellness Pharmacy. Tim shares insights from his career journey, emphasizing the importance of pharmacist engagement with professional and regulatory bodies such as State Boards, NABP, an…

In Episode 11 of FrameworkFocus, host Dr. Mark Fulton explores high-tech pharmacy in America's heartland with Dr. Dakin Updegraff from LifeSpan Pharmacy. Dr. Updegraff discusses his journey starting in pharmacy during the COVID-19 era, his role as an informatics pharmacist, and LifeSpan's innovative approach, including their Robotic Processing Auto…

In this episode, Shelly Spiro, Executive Director of the Pharmacy Health Information Technology Collaborative, joins us to explore EAI and Machine Learning in LTC Pharmacy. We explore challenges facing LTC pharmacies and how AI offers solutions. We discuss how to ensure data security and privacy with AI integration. We examine barriers to adoption …

In episode 9 of Framework Focus, host Dr. Mark Fulton engages in a compelling conversation with P3 (5th year) students from the University of Pittsburgh School of Pharmacy: Kolbe Bien, Michelle Gonsalves, and Braidon Lape. This episode delves into the background of the guests, exploring their motivations for pursuing a career in pharmacy. The discu…

In Episode 8 of FrameworkFocus, Dr. Mark Fulton interviews TJ Griffin, Chief Clinical Officer at PharMerica, in a fast-paced exploration of the LTC pharmacy landscape in 2024. PharMerica is a national leader in pharmacy services, serving our partners in over 3,100 long-term care, senior living, IDD/behavioral health, home infusion, specialty pharma…

In this episode of Framework Focus, host Dr. Mark Fulton engages with Jean Hall and Brandi Van Patton from LogiCoy to unravel the significance of Prescription Drug Monitoring Programs (PDMPs) in Long-Term Care Pharmacy. Explore how PDMPs contribute to preventing diversion, ensuring patient safety, and addressing the opioid crisis. The episode delve…

This is part one of the three-part FrameworkLTC User Conference Post-Show series. This series is hosted by the Pharmacy Podcast Network’s own Todd Eury. In this series, Todd chats with SoftWriters’ team members, exhibitors, partners, and conference attendees live from the show floor. This episode features Aaron Nalick, Matt Lewis, Paula Carlock, Si…

In this episode, Mark Fulton is joined by Paul Shelton, President of PharmaComplete Consulting Services and CEO of LTC@Home Pharmacy Network. Paul shares his career journey, leading us to an exploration of LTC pharmacy. We delve into the motivations driving independent pharmacies to enter the LTC space, discussing how to get started, market identif…

This is part two of the three-part FrameworkLTC User Conference Post-Show series. This series is hosted by the Pharmacy Podcast Network’s own Todd Eury. In this series, Todd chats with SoftWriters’ team members, exhibitors, partners, and conference attendees live from the show floor. This episode features Joshua Porter, Grace Ball, Julie Martin, Ma…

This is part one of the three-part FrameworkLTC User Conference Post-Show series. This series is hosted by the Pharmacy Podcast Network’s own Todd Eury. In this series, Todd chats with SoftWriters’ team members, exhibitors, partners, and conference attendees live from the show floor. This episode features Mark Fulton, Cara Whipple, Dan Kennedy, Kar…

In the latest installment of FrameworkFocus, join Dr. Mark Fulton and special guest Ted Sullivan of Advasur, as they discuss the current state of the Drug Supply Chain Security Act. Learn about the FDA’s recent announcement delaying the enforcement of several key provisions of DSCSA, how this delay will impact your pharmacy, and pathways for compli…

In this episode, host Mark Fulton and guest Patrick Hussey talk about emerging trends in pharmacy and what the future will look like for LTC pharmacy operators. They highlight both new opportunities and challenges from a regulatory, technological and practice evolution perspective.By A SoftWriters Podcast

ComputerTalk's Maggie Lockwood previews SoftWriters' 13th annual FrameworkLTC User Conference. On this roundtable discussion, the team from SoftWriters discuss the theme of "Build, Partner, Serve." In addition, hear from a FrameworkLTC customer talk about the benefits of attending this event. • Aaron Nalick, Director, Partnerships • Mark Fulton, Di…

In this episode of FrameworkFocus, we delve into the world of regulatory compliance in long-term care with experts Donna Adendorff & Jamie Butler from The Compliance Store. This valuable resource supports skilled nursing facilities in meeting regulatory requirements efficiently. We explore the collaborative efforts required to achieve and maintain …

In this episode, we dive into the fascinating world of delivery in long-term care pharmacies. Discover why delivery in LTC is unique and how it has become an integral component of these specialized pharmacies. Mark is joined by special guest Gibran Ameer, the CEO of Virtue Technologies. Gibran shares how his company assist LTC pharmacies in optimiz…

On this episode, we introduce Framework Focus, a brand-new podcast that connects the Long-Term Pharmacy ecosystem, hosted by FrameworkLTC's very own Dr. Mark Fulton. In this conversation, Mark shares with Todd a little bit about the podcast and what to expect in the months to come. He also previews the FrameworkLTC User Conference happening this Fa…