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We are on a mission. A mission to save and revitalize independent pharmacy. On the Catalyst podcast, we dive into current events that are shaping how pharmacists approach their patients and their business. Fuel your passion for pharmacy, one conversation at a time.

Hosted by President of PioneerRx Jeff Key with cohosts Josh Howland VP of Clinical Strategy, Mark Bivins VP of Sales, and Marsha Bivins Marketing Director

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    • 4.9 • 33 Ratings

We are on a mission. A mission to save and revitalize independent pharmacy. On the Catalyst podcast, we dive into current events that are shaping how pharmacists approach their patients and their business. Fuel your passion for pharmacy, one conversation at a time.

Hosted by President of PioneerRx Jeff Key with cohosts Josh Howland VP of Clinical Strategy, Mark Bivins VP of Sales, and Marsha Bivins Marketing Director

    Catalyst Connect Speakers Round-Up | Catalyst Rewind

    Catalyst Connect Speakers Round-Up | Catalyst Rewind

    Another year, another successful Catalyst Connect is in the books. Earlier this month, hundreds of pharmacy professionals and vendors came together for four days of networking, collaborating, and good old-fashioned good times. The learning doesn’t stop after the last class, however. If you want to hear more from some of this year’s speakers, you’ve come to the right place: many of them were guests on the Catalyst Pharmacy Podcast, and we’ve compiled some of our favorite moments with them.

    Guests include:

    00:06 - Meredith Ayers - BTS 47

    04:04 - Jay Phipps - BTS 30 

    06:48 - Tiffany Capps - Catalyst 108 

    09:25 - Marc Ost - BTS 41

    12:27 - Kathy Campbell - Catalyst 114 

    15:02 - Michael Stout - BTS 31

    18:40 - Joe McKamey - BTS 26

    22:00 - Rannon Ching - BTS 27 

    26:45 - Danielle Pierce - BTS 45

    31:00 - Scotty Sykes - Catalyst 109 

    33:02 - Lacy Epperson - BTS 55

    34:54 - Nicolette Mathey - BTS 51

    37:58 - Amina Abubakar - BTS 21

    47:04 - Joe Williams - BTS 4

    55:18 - Jennifer Palazzolo - Catalyst 85

    57:26 - Ben Jolley - BTS 24 



    Looking for more information about independent pharmacy? Visit www.pioneerrx.com 

    • 1 hr 6 min
    Inside AB317 and California Pharmacy with Bruno Tching | Catalyst Pharmacy Podcast Episode 116

    Inside AB317 and California Pharmacy with Bruno Tching | Catalyst Pharmacy Podcast Episode 116

    Pharmacy provider status continues to be a hot topic, and we may be seeing the turn of the tide. Who better to talk about it than returning guest Bruno Tching? Tune in as Bruno dives deep into legislative impacts through AB 317, which paves the way for pharmacists to bill for a wide range of services, achieving payment parity with other healthcare professionals. Bruno also sheds light on the complexities of medical billing, the operational challenges, and the necessary infrastructure to manage these changes effectively.



    0:00 - Inside AB 317

    5:26 - Infrastructure Expansion 

    11:00 - Right Services, Right Services, Right Training 

    20:20 - Payment Processes Complexities 

    26:53 - Lowering regulatory Barriers 

    36:03 - Cutting Non-Essential Programs 

    48:15 - Prescribeables 



    Hosted By: Mark Bivins | SVP of Sales 

    Guest: Bruno Tching | Clinical Pharmacist, Inland PharmacyLooking for more information about independent pharmacy? Visit www.pioneerrx.com

    • 52 min
    Data: Your Pharmacy's Untapped Superpower with Bob Lomenick | Catalyst Pharmacy Podcast Episode 115

    Data: Your Pharmacy's Untapped Superpower with Bob Lomenick | Catalyst Pharmacy Podcast Episode 115

    In the words of Bob Lomenick, “You can’t just come in and fill prescriptions all day every day.” Pharmacy work is always changing, evolving to meet the unique needs of your community. Your pharmacy’s data can give you the roadmap to new innovations and solutions. In this episode, we welcome back the Godfather of Med Sync himself as we discuss the current ins and outs of Med Sync, how to become a vaccination destination center, and the rise of new payment models. 

    Visit G&M Pharmacy: https://gandmpharmacy.com/


    Hosted By: Mark Bivins | SVP Sales 

    Guest: Bob Lomenick | Owner of Tyson Drug Company

    Looking for more information about independent pharmacy? Visit www.pioneerrx.com

    • 1 hr 4 min
    Innovate in Your Pharmacy Like Never Before with Bri Morris | Beyond the Scripts Podcast Episode 58

    Innovate in Your Pharmacy Like Never Before with Bri Morris | Beyond the Scripts Podcast Episode 58

    Innovation is a requirement to thrive in the pharmacy industry. Luckily, independent pharmacies can perform their unique, tailored brand of patient care to better serve their community. For Bri Morris, innovation is literally the name of the game. On this episode, join host Will Tuft and Bri as they discuss her role as Executive Director of Arkansas CPESN and Vice President of Innovation for the Arkansas Pharmacist Association. Tune in to learn more about pharmacy innovation, improving your metrics, and tailoring your services to your community.


    Hosted By: Will Tuft | Manager of Event Education at PioneerRx

    Guest: Bri Morris | Executive Director, Arkansas CPESN

    Looking for more information about independent pharmacy? Visit www.pioneerrx.com

    • 56 min
    Inside “Obesity: The Modern Famine” with Kathy Campbell | Catalyst Pharmacy Podcast Episode 114

    Inside “Obesity: The Modern Famine” with Kathy Campbell | Catalyst Pharmacy Podcast Episode 114

    Pharmacists can impact their patients’ lives in so many ways, ways that go beyond putting pills in a vial. They play a vital role in correcting the course of their health journey. For Kathy Campbell (you can call her Dr. Kathy), a different kind of health obstacle is rocking the general public. On this episode, join Kathy and host Mark Bivins as they talk about her new book, “Obesity: The Modern Famine” and go deep in what a pharmacy needs to do to stop the current obesity crisis. 



    Buy and review Kathy’s book, “Obesity: The Modern Famine”: https://a.co/d/2P8f9OC 



    Hosted By: Mark Bivins | SVP of Sales 

    Guest: Kathy Campbell | CEO, DrKathy HealthLooking for more information about independent pharmacy? Visit www.pioneerrx.com

    • 1 hr
    Transform Your Pharmacy Website with Storbie | Catalyst Pharmacy Podcast Episode 113

    Transform Your Pharmacy Website with Storbie | Catalyst Pharmacy Podcast Episode 113

    Making a pharmacy website has just become easier than ever. RedSail Technologies is proud to announce a strategic partnership with Storbie a prominent New Zealand-based website platform, to introduce RedSail Websites – a website solution tailored specifically for community pharmacies. In this week’s episode of the Catalyst Pharmacy Podcast, join host Mark Bivins and special co-host Holly Schuetz as they welcome New Zealand’s very own Sam Howarth and Shane Bartle of Storbie in. Tune in to learn about the power of pharmacy



    Hosted By: Mark Bivins, SVP of Sales  | Holly Schuetz, Director of Product Management 

    Guest: Shane Bartle, Co-Founder/CEO, Storbie  | Sam Howarth, Chief Revenue Officer, StorbieLooking for more information about independent pharmacy? Visit www.pioneerrx.com

    • 52 min

Customer Reviews

4.9 out of 5
33 Ratings

33 Ratings

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Fantastic Podcast

If you’re looking for a fun, engaging and informative podcast about independent pharmacies then this is the one for you! 10/10!

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Very informative and entertaining

Love the format and tone of this podcast. The host and co-hosts are relatable and entertaining. Kept me interested and engaged the entire episode. Looking forward to future episodes!

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Relevant, Informative, and Interesting!

The hosts are knowledgeable and offer insightful perspectives. Looking forward to future episodes.

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