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Pharmacogenomics: Drug-Gene Testing for Personalized Treatments
Author: Chinye Nalls-Ahaiwe, PharmD, Clinical Pharmacist When patients are newly diagnosed with a specific condition, doctors must often try several drug therapies before settling on one that effectively manages the disease and its symptoms, while avoiding as many undesirable side effects as possible. A drug that works for one patient may not work for another.…
Read MoreAnna Louise James: A Pioneer African-American Female Pharmacist
Author: Amber Pharmacy In recognition of Black History Month, Amber Pharmacy is featuring the men and women who broke barriers, became pioneers in the pharmacy profession and inspired future generations to follow in their footsteps. Learn more about Anna Louise James, an African-American pharmacist who served patients from her pharmacy in Connecticut for over five…
Read MoreJames McCune Smith: A Bright Student, an Accomplished Doctor and a Community Leader
Author: Amber Pharmacy February is Black History Month, and Amber Pharmacy is highlighting the individuals who made history in the medical and pharmacy community and inspired the leaders of today. Learn more about James McCune Smith, the first practicing African-American physician in the U.S. and a prominent abolition leader. A Bright Student James McCune Smith…
Read MoreMeet Paige Blatchford: An Infectious Disease Expert Who Counsels Patients and Providers
Author: Amber Pharmacy Paige Blatchford is a Clinical Pharmacist with the Infectious Disease Center of Excellence (COE) at Amber Pharmacy. She is an expert in infectious diseases and the specialty medications that treat them. It’s her job to provide reliable, informed counseling for the patients and providers who manage these conditions. Specialty Medication Counseling for…
Read MoreA Personal Reason to Donate Blood: Susan’s Experience as a Regular Blood Donor
Author: Amber Pharmacy January is National Blood Donor Month when we recognize the people to generously give life and encourage others to do the same. This month we share Susan McSorley’s personal experience as a regular blood donor. According to the American Red Cross, one blood donation can potentially save up to three lives. Susan,…
Read MoreSpecialty Pharmacy Trends and New Medication Therapies to Expect in 2019
Author: Shelly Nickerson, Clinical Director of Trade Relations Specialty pharmacy is at the forefront of change and innovation within a rapidly evolving pharmacy industry. As the clinical director of trade relations at Amber Pharmacy, I monitor product pipelines and keep a watchful eye on industry trends across the entire healthcare industry. In 2019, expect to…
Read MoreSimple Ways to Build Trust Between Healthcare Providers and Patients
Author: Ben Smith, Oncology Regional Account Executive As a regional account executive for Amber Pharmacy, I have a unique view of specialty pharmacy. I get to see firsthand how specialty pharmacy affects healthcare from both a patient and a provider perspective. In my experience, one of the challenges I see healthcare providers face is how…
Read MoreDo You Know Your Family Health History? The Importance of Learning About Your Family Health History this Holiday Season
Author: Shauna Santare, Chicago Pharmacy Manager This holiday season, instead of talking about the weather, politics or your relationship status, talk to your family about their medical history. Knowing your family health history can be very important to improve your overall health and wellness. Many common health conditions are genetic, which means they can be…
Read MoreKevin Combs Joins Amber Pharmacy as Senior Vice President of Sales and Business Development
Author: Amber Pharmacy Kevin Combs joins Amber Pharmacy and its sister company Hy-Vee Pharmacy Solutions (HPS) as the Senior Vice President of Sales and Business Development. With a diverse background and over 30 years of experience, he looks forward to bringing a fresh perspective to Amber Pharmacy. “I joined Amber Pharmacy because I believe in…
Read MoreA Positive Impact in Home Infusion Therapy: Meet Jennifer at Amber Pharmacy, Dallas
Author: Amber Pharmacy Home infusion therapy has experienced significant growth in recent years with more medications offered via infusion and more people taking advantage of this option. When it comes to teaching patients how to manage this complex process, no one does a better job than Amber Pharmacy’s expert infusion team in Dallas, Texas. Making…
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