CPhT CONNECT: Episode 1

In this special CPhT CONNECT episode in partnership with Drug
Topics, host Mike Johnston sits down with Meredith Ayers, an
experienced CPhT-Adv, about her journey in the field and the
unique role of technicians in independent pharmacies. They
discuss the importance of trust and respect in retaining talented
technicians, the diverse responsibilities technicians can have
within a pharmacy, and the culture at Bremo Pharmacy that fosters
a family-like environment. Ayers emphasizes the need for
independent pharmacies to diversify their business models beyond
prescription filling and highlights the opportunities in
cash-based clinical services and medical billing. She encourages
technicians to be proactive, seek growth opportunities, and
collaborate with pharmacy owners to contribute to the pharmacy’s
goals. Overall, this episode provides valuable insights into the
evolving role of pharmacy technicians and the challenges and
opportunities faced by independent pharmacies.