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DISRxUPT

DISRxUPT

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DISRxUPT is a podcast from the Cedarville University Center for Pharmacy Innovation which explores novel advances in the practice of pharmacy. From nanotechnology to unique public health initiatives, DISRxUPT will highlight stories of pharmacists who are changing the paradigm of patient care. Tune in for new content once a month detailing how the profession of pharmacy continues to change and how the Center for Pharmacy Innovation is playing a key role in this transformation.© Cedarville University 2025 Ciencia Ciencias Biológicas Economía Gestión y Liderazgo Liderazgo
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  • Episode 53 | Transforming Women's Health - Tiffany Ruder

    Episode 53 | Transforming Women's Health - Tiffany Ruder
    Nov 21 2025
    In this episode of DISRxUPT, hosts Justin Cole and Shannon Yarosz sit down with Dr. Tiffany Ruder, a pharmacist, hormone specialist, and founder of Better Health and Hormone Balance, to explore how pharmacists can transform women's health through education, advocacy, and holistic care.From community pharmacy to pioneering work in bioidentical hormone replacement therapy, Dr. Ruder shares her journey of recognizing critical gaps in perimenopause and menopause care, and how she's empowering women to reclaim their health through evidence-based, root-cause approaches. This conversation challenges pharmacists to step beyond the counter and become champions for a population that has been historically underserved and often dismissed.The Education GapOnly one in five OBGYN residency programs include significant menopause trainingPharmacy school curriculum barely touches women's hormone health beyond basic contraceptionWomen's symptoms are frequently dismissed or attributed to mental health rather than hormonal changesThe medical model often fragments care, missing the systemic nature of hormonal imbalancesUnderstanding Perimenopause & MenopauseEarly symptoms often appear as mood changes, sleep disruption, migraines, and GI issues, not just hot flashesHormones affect the entire body: digestion, neurochemistry, heart rate, metabolism, and moreWomen typically see 4-5 different specialists before finding answersThe transition can begin in a woman's 30s or 40s and last 7-10 years or longerThe Pharmacist's OpportunityPharmacists possess unique biochemistry knowledge that positions them perfectly for hormone counselingFive-minute consultations at the pharmacy counter are insufficient for complex hormone discussionsPharmacists can become educators in clinical settings, corporate boardrooms, schools, and community spacesCertification programs (like hormone replacement therapy specialist credentials) can deepen expertiseFrom Retail to RevolutionDr. Ruder's transition from CVS pharmacy manager to compounding pharmacy specialistThe pandemic as a catalyst for career transformation and reevaluation of work-life balanceDiscovering bioidentical hormone replacement therapy and recognizing the profound need for patient educationLaunching Better Health and Hormone Balance to provide one-on-one consultations beyond the pharmacy counterRoot Cause vs. Band-Aid SolutionsMoving beyond symptom management to address underlying hormonal imbalancesThe importance of comprehensive hormone testing and personalized treatment plansUnderstanding the difference between synthetic and bioidentical hormonesIntegrating nutrition, lifestyle, and stress management with pharmaceutical interventionsFaith & PurposeRecognizing a calling to serve women who have been dismissed by the healthcare systemDaily practice of trust and conviction in uncertain entrepreneurial watersUsing pharmaceutical expertise as a ministry and showing compassion through patient careBalancing personal timetables with divine timingA Vision for Women-Centered CareCreating holistic care models that treat women as whole persons, not fragmented body partsBuilding safe spaces where women feel heard, validated, and empoweredBringing specialists together to create integrated treatment plansRecognizing that women are not "mini men" - physiology, metabolism, and care needs differ significantlyPractical Advice for PharmacistsPursue continuing education in areas of passion - don't wait for curriculum to catch upConsider specialized certifications to deepen expertise in underserved areasLook beyond traditional pharmacy roles to entrepreneurial and educational opportunitiesAdvocate for patients who have been dismissed or overlooked by the healthcare systemRemember that education leads to empowerment for both pharmacists and patientsNotable Quotes"These women deserve so much more than five or ten minutes of our time.""By the time they find compounding pharmacies, most have gone to four to five different doctors. They've been told no, they've been dismissed, they've been told their symptoms are in their head.""We're not just these smaller versions of men. We are complex and dynamic, and our hormones influence a lot.""Education can lead to empowerment because you don't know what you don't know and you can't take action if you're not fully aware.""When we care for others, they get to see the Jesus in me because it's no longer me. It's God who's living through me."Looking AheadDr. Ruder envisions a future where pharmacists serve as educators and advocates in multiple settings, from clinical practices to corporate boardrooms to community spaces. She calls for a truly holistic model of women's health care that validates experiences, integrates specialty expertise, and treats women as whole persons rather than collections of isolated symptoms.About the Guest:Dr. Tiffany Ruder is a pharmacist, certified hormone replacement therapy specialist, and founder of Better Health and Hormone Balance. 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  • Episode 52 | Pharmacy Without Barriers - Hillary Blackburn

    Episode 52 | Pharmacy Without Barriers - Hillary Blackburn
    Oct 23 2025

    In this episode of DISRxUPT, host Justin Cole and new co-host Shannon Yarosz sit down with Dr. Hillary Blackburn — pharmacist, healthcare leader, author, and founder of the Talk to Your Pharmacist podcast — to explore how purpose, advocacy, and innovation intersect in modern pharmacy practice.

    Recently appointed to the CDC’s Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP), Dr. Blackburn shares her journey from small-town Mississippi to national leadership, discussing how pharmacists can drive equitable access, lead with empathy, and innovate in patient-centered care.

    Path to Purpose

    • Early experiences in policy through internships on Capitol Hill and with HRSA’s Office of Pharmacy Affairs
    • How rural roots and family values inspired a lifelong commitment to service
    • The importance of relationships and trust in advancing healthcare innovation

    Medication Access & Affordability

    • Lessons from leading Dispensary of Hope and building national medication access programs
    • Addressing systemic barriers—cost, fragmentation, and inequity—through creative partnerships
    • Integrating affordability and access initiatives within large health systems at Ascension Rx

    Advocacy & Innovation

    • Current efforts to advance a CMS “wellness navigator” role for pharmacists
    • Bridging policy and practice to highlight pharmacists as essential providers
    • Using data and outcomes research to sustain access programs

    Entrepreneurship & Leadership

    • Building the Talk to Your Pharmacist podcast and reaching global audiences
    • Encouraging pharmacists to take bold steps—write, speak, start new ventures
    • Insights from her book How Pharmacists Lead: Answers from Women Who Are Leading, Succeeding, and Impacting Pharmacy
    • Common leadership themes: creativity, empathy, collaboration, and resilience

    Personal Journey & Perspective

    • Lessons from caregiving for her mother during a cancer journey
    • The human side of healthcare: advocacy, persistence, and empathy in action
    • Finding balance through seasons of life, prioritization, and supportive networks

    The Future of Pharmacy

    • The rise of AI-enabled care navigation and pharmacist-led value-based care
    • Innovations in digital health, food-as-medicine programs, and affordability technology
    • A call for pharmacists to lead in prevention and chronic disease management
    • Envisioning a future where pharmacists are fully integrated, reimbursed providers

    Notable Quotes

    “You never know where these things may go… but you never know unless you try.”

    “It really changes you when you’re navigating serious illness for a loved one. It deepens your empathy and your urgency to fix what’s broken in healthcare.”

    “Pharmacists are great problem-solvers. We need to be bold in creating the future of care - one where no patient has to choose between their medicine and their basic needs.”


    Advice for Future Pharmacists

    • Embrace adaptability and entrepreneurial thinking
    • Develop skills beyond traditional pharmacy training - informatics, business, policy
    • Seek mentors and professional involvement early
    • Stay curious and connected to community needs

    Looking Ahead
    Dr. Blackburn envisions a healthcare future where pharmacists are key drivers of prevention, affordability, and innovation. Her story demonstrates how leadership, empathy, and initiative can transform access and outcomes for patients everywhere.

    About the Guest: Dr. Hillary Blackburn serves as Director of Medication Access and Affordability at Ascension Rx, is founder and host of the Talk to Your Pharmacist podcast, and author of How Pharmacists Lead. She recently joined the CDC’s ACIP, representing pharmacy at the highest level of public-health decision-making.

    Hosts: Justin Cole and Shannon Yarosz, Cedarville University Center for Pharmacy Innovation
    Episode Length: 43 minutes
    Release Date: October 2025
    Episode Number: 52

    Subscribe to DISRxUPT wherever you get your podcasts and visit cedarville.edu/pharmacy for more insights into innovation in pharmacy education and practice.
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  • Episode 51 | Innovation with Heart - Shannon Yarosz

    Episode 51 | Innovation with Heart - Shannon Yarosz
    Sep 16 2025

    In this episode of DISRxUPT, host Justin Cole welcomes Dr. Shannon Yarosz, pharmacist, educator, and innovator, for a conversation about her journey from patient care at Nationwide Children’s Hospital to her new role as faculty at Cedarville University. Known for her award-winning work building patient-centered medication programs and her dual master’s degrees in clinical research and translational pharmacology, Shannon brings both expertise and empathy to every role she takes on. This episode also marks an exciting milestone: Dr. Yarosz will be joining DISRxUPT as a new co-host!

    Career Journey & Calling

    • From microbiology roots to PharmD at The Ohio State University
    • Building programs at Nationwide Children’s Hospital, including medication delivery initiatives
    • Receiving the Employee of the Year award for her impact across the health system
    • Discovering a calling to academia and teaching through precepting and mentoring students

    Innovation & Research

    • Translating research into real-world practice improvements
    • Pursuing dual master’s degrees while balancing family and career
    • The importance of identifying needs and testing innovative solutions in everyday practice
    • A passion for neurology and clinical research that continues to shape her vision

    Faith & Purpose

    • How faith guided her career decisions and brought her full circle to academia
    • The opportunity to integrate faith and teaching at Cedarville University
    • Finding joy and perspective through volunteering with Make-A-Wish and Awana

    Advice for Students & Young Pharmacists

    • Don’t limit yourself—look for unmet needs wherever you are
    • Take small steps: ask questions, propose solutions, and build relationships
    • Recognize that innovation can grow out of everyday problem-solving

    Looking Ahead
    Dr. Yarosz shares her excitement to co-host DISRxUPT, bringing encouragement, positivity, and a passion for people to conversations about pharmacy innovation, research, and the changing landscape of healthcare.

    About the Guest: Dr. Shannon Yarosz is assistant professor of pharmacy practice at Cedarville University. She previously served at Nationwide Children’s Hospital and The Ohio State University Student Health Center, where she developed innovative medication programs, advanced research initiatives, and mentored pharmacy students. She holds a PharmD and dual master’s degrees in clinical research and translational pharmacology.

    Host: Justin Cole, Cedarville University Center for Pharmacy Innovation
    Episode Length: 32 minutes
    Release Date: September 16, 2025
    Episode Number: 51
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