Written by Hayley Davidson, PharmD; Amanda M. Morrill, PharmD, BCPS; Jessica Putney, PharmD, BCPP Introduction In many states, kratom is so accessible as a supplement that it is sold at smoke shops, gas stations, or online supplement marketplaces. Often advertised for treatment of pain, low energy, opioid use disorder (OUD), and mood improvement, kratom is regularly utilized by patients without the guidance of a health care provider.(1) Pharmacists are trained extensively to screen and...

Written by Taylor Hibner, PharmD, BCACP, BCCP and Lauren Frierdich, PharmD, MBA Taylor Time is so precious, especially in healthcare where pharmacists are being pulled in multiple directions, and oftentimes it feels as though there are just not enough minutes in the day to get everything done that is being asked of us. Although pharmacy is a career field home to a variety of avenues to put personal passions and giftings to good use, somedays it can be tough to imagine squeezing in any...

Written by Sarah Abdulameer, PharmD; Prit Gor B.S., PharmD; Kris Denzel Tupas, PharmD, BCPS, BCACP Introduction Research and projects are essential not only for a student pharmacist’s education but also for the advancement of the healthcare field. To communicate ideas, methods, protocols, and results effectively, students must develop strong presentation skills. Pharmacy school offers many opportunities to practice. From the first year of pharmacy (P1) through the fourth year of pharmacy...