Science

Receptor Highlight Series: G-protein Coupled Receptors

G-protein coupled receptors have an extensive history in drug discovery. Join me in learning more about the individual subtypes and their functions!

Health and Wellness

An Introduction to EMDR Therapy

Developed by Francine Shapiro in the late 1980s, EMDR is a structured therapy that helps clients process distressing memories and emotions through a series of guided eye movements.

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Clinical Pharmacy

Aminoglycoside Peak/Trough Interpretations

This past month, I had the pleasure to co-precept a pharmacy resident on an Antimicrobial Stewardship (AMS) rotation. Being a (mostly) outpatient HIV pharmacist for the last 10 months, I was both excited and nervous. What aspects of AMS could I cover from an HIV/outpatient perspective? Oh, how I

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Monthly Recaps

October Recap 2024

We are back with another monthly post for our paid subscribers. In this post, we also share a number of fun things that are more personal, interesting, and meant to create a closer community around RxTeach.

Clinical Pharmacy

Finding Nemolizumab in Prurigo Nodularis

Nemolizumab, when administered every 4 weeks, saw a statistically significant improvement in itch relief and IGA treatment success at Week 16, with results as early as 4 weeks, sustained/improvement through Week 24, and a relatively favorable safety profile.

Clinical Pharmacy

Cryptogenic Stroke: Part 2

Even when it was happening, I was convinced that it could not be a stroke, that it had to be something else, even though I had the three hallmark signs (arm weakness, facial droop, slurred speech).

Science

FDA and CDER: New Drug Therapy Approvals 2023

Today we dive in the Center for Drug Evaluation and Research (CDER) New Drug Therapy Reports from 2023 and the future implications of these new approvals!

Professional Development

Government Explained Using High School Biology

For all the science minded folks like myself who paid more attention in biology class than in civics, let me explain how each branch functions using a language you're more familiar with, cellular biology.

Science

Cancer + Telomerase = Immortality?

Unlike cultures taken from other patients, the "HeLa" cells continued to divide and replicate indefinitely, thus becoming the first "immortal" cell line.

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Journal Clubs

FLOW Trial Journal Club

We break down evidence-based medicine so you don't have to! This journal club will discuss the new FLOW trial that has some landmark results you don't want to miss!

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Monthly Recaps

September Recap 2024

We are back with another monthly post for our paid subscribers. In this post, we also share a number of fun things that are more personal, interesting, and meant to create a closer community around RxTeach.

Professional Development

Personal Finance Essentials as a Pharmacy Student

No matter your background or student loan amount, there are a few fundamental personal-finance principles that all students and professionals should be aware of, and possessing the right mindset is key to ensure long-term financial well-being.

Health and Wellness

Suicide Awareness and Prevention Month: A Reflection

As the month comes to a close, I found myself reflecting on a few key aspects of this initiative.

Laboratory Developed Test Ruling

Having a background in regulatory affairs, I have an interest in keeping up to date with FDA news. Across the industry, staying up to date with FDA developments is an important skill to have when shaping an understanding of the complex regulatory affairs landscape. One ruling that has generated a

Health and Wellness

Adaptability and Perseverance

From Meet the Robinsons, Lewis says it best, "Keep moving forward".

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Monthly Recaps

August Recap 2024

We are back with another monthly post for our paid subscribers. In this post, we also share a number of fun things that are more personal, interesting, and meant to create a closer community around RxTeach.

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Clinical Pharmacy

Hypertensive Emergencies (Part 2)

Health and Wellness

Hydration Supplements for Optimal Performance

As we dive into the nuances of the use of hydration supplements for optimal performance, keep in mind that all patients require personalized attention and needs, as there is no one-size-fits all!

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Clinical Pharmacy

Hypertensive Emergencies (Part 1)

Students

Medical Affairs Intern: A Day in the Life

Although I cannot speak to the specifics of the projects we are working on, in the remainder of this post, I will talk about what a busy day looks like at this internship.

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Journal Clubs

INSPIRES Trial (Statin Results)

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Health and Wellness

Insightful Ponderings 4

If you consider yourself a contemplative individual, our new Insightful Ponderings newsletter is for you!

Professional Development

Honing Your Bedside Manner: The Power of Compassion

You can be the smartest, most creative, and even most experienced professional in your field, BUT if your patients don't trust you, they aren't going to listen to you.

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Monthly Recaps

July Recap 2024

We are back with another monthly post for our paid subscribers. In this post, we also share a number of fun things that are more personal, interesting, and meant to create a closer community around RxTeach.

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Students

Pursuing a Pharmaceutical Fellowship: Advice From a Fellow

Whether you’re applying for a fellowship position this upcoming cycle or interested in learning about application strategies, below are some insights into successfully kickstarting your professional industry journey.