🎙️ Episode 49: The Purpose-Driven Pharmacist | Katrina Azer

In this inspiring episode of DISRxUPT, host Dr. Justin Cole sits down with Katrina Azer—a pharmacist, entrepreneur, educator, and global thought leader in precision medicine. Joining us from New Zealand, Katrina shares her remarkable journey from community pharmacy burnout to founding the Australasian Precision Medicine Academy and becoming a leading voice in pharmacogenomics.

💡 What You'll Learn in This Episode:

• How Katrina’s personal health crisis sparked her passion for pharmacogenomics
• The power of curiosity and faith in shaping a nontraditional pharmacy career
• Why pharmacists must lead the charge in precision medicine and digital health
• The importance of purpose-driven work and aligning your career with your calling
• How Katrina integrates her Christian faith into her professional identity and content
• Her vision for the future of pharmacy in the age of AI and digital transformation
• A sneak peek into her upcoming book for pharmacists “called to more”

Katrina’s story is a powerful reminder that pharmacists are more than their white coats—they are educators, innovators, and purpose-driven leaders. Whether you're a student, practicing pharmacist, or healthcare professional, this episode will challenge and encourage you to think bigger about your role in healthcare.

🔗 Connect with Katrina Azer:

• Website: katrinaazer.com
• LinkedIn: Katrina Azer on LinkedIn

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Episode 48 – The Pharmacist Coach: Christina Fontana

Guest: Dr. Christina Fontana
Host: Dr. Justin Cole
Presented by: Cedarville University Center for Pharmacy Innovation

🎧 Episode Summary:

In this inspiring episode of DISRxUPT, Dr. Justin Cole sits down with Dr. Christina Fontana—licensed pharmacist, author, and transformational coach—known widely as The Pharmacist Coach. Christina shares her deeply personal and professional journey from growing up in her father’s Long Island pharmacy to founding a thriving coaching business that integrates holistic health, faith, and entrepreneurship.

Listeners will hear how Christina’s early experiences, personal challenges, and unwavering faith shaped her mission to help others heal and thrive. She opens up about pivotal moments in her life, including overcoming trauma, embracing uncertainty, and building a business rooted in service and spiritual purpose.

💡 Key Topics Covered:

• Christina’s entrepreneurial roots and early pharmacy influences
• Navigating personal trauma and transformation through faith
• Transitioning from traditional pharmacy to holistic coaching
• Building a sustainable business with energy and strategy
• The power of mentorship, mindset, and “needle movers”
• Faith as the foundation for personal and professional growth
• Success stories from Christina’s clients and her vision for the future
• Her TED Talk aspirations and the message behind “The Prescription for Thriving After Trauma”

🔗 Resources & Links:

• Website: pharmacistcoach.com
• Instagram: @thepharmacistcoach
• Facebook Group: Monetize Your Magic
• YouTube: Christina Fontana on YouTube

🙌 Connect with Us: If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, leave a review, and share it with others in your network. For more information about the Cedarville University Center for Pharmacy Innovation, visit cedarville.edu/pharmacyinnovation.

In this inspiring episode of DISRxUPT, host Dr. Justin Cole sits down with Dr. Lydia Bailey, Pharmacy Operations Manager at the St. Vincent de Paul Charitable Pharmacy in Cincinnati, Ohio. Recently honored with the Albert B. Prescott Pharmacy Leadership Award, Lydia shares her remarkable journey from uncertain pharmacy student to nationally recognized leader in underserved care.

💊 What You'll Learn in This Episode:

• Lydia’s unconventional path into pharmacy and how a mission trip to Pakistan reshaped her vision for faith-driven healthcare.
• The inner workings of a charitable pharmacy—what it is, how it operates, and why it’s a vital safety net for underserved populations.
• How Lydia and her team deliver outcomes-based care that prioritizes patient health over prescription volume.
• The story behind Ohio House Bill 558, a groundbreaking law Lydia helped pass to allow personal medication donations—dramatically improving access to life-saving medications like insulin and inhalers.
• The power of student involvement and mentorship in expanding pharmacy services and shaping future leaders.
• How Lydia integrates her Christian faith into patient care and leadership, creating a compassionate, purpose-driven practice.

📈 Whether you're a pharmacy student, healthcare professional, or someone passionate about community impact, Lydia’s story is a powerful example of how innovation, advocacy, and faith can come together to transform lives.

🔗 Resources & Mentions:

• St. Vincent de Paul Charitable Pharmacy
• Albert B. Prescott Pharmacy Leadership Award
• Ohio House Bill 558 (Medication Donation Law)

📬 Connect with Us: If you’re interested in volunteering, learning more about charitable pharmacy, or connecting with Lydia’s team, reach out via the St. Vincent de Paul Charitable Pharmacy website or contact the Cedarville University Center for Pharmacy Innovation.