Pharmacy technician

Foundation Health Secures $6 Million in Seed Funding to Power the Next Generation of Consumer Healthcare Experiences

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Montag, März 11, 2024

SAN FRANCISCO, March 11, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Foundation Health, a pioneering healthcare technology company, today announced the closure of a $6 million seed funding round.

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  • SAN FRANCISCO, March 11, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Foundation Health, a pioneering healthcare technology company, today announced the closure of a $6 million seed funding round.
  • Foundation Health is dedicated to redefining the consumer healthcare experience by empowering clients to quickly develop and launch modern, digital-first pharmacy and telehealth solutions at scale.
  • "Our vision is to grow Foundation Health into the definitive tech platform for powering and managing complex consumer healthcare operations globally," said Foundation Health founder and CEO, Umar Afridi.
  • For more information about Foundation Health and its healthcare solutions, visit www.foundationhealth.com .

Ovid Therapeutics Reports Business Updates, Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2023 Financial Results

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Freitag, März 8, 2024

In addition, Takeda is expected to read out results from two pivotal Phase 3 studies evaluating soticlestat.

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  • In addition, Takeda is expected to read out results from two pivotal Phase 3 studies evaluating soticlestat.
  • Of these potential future payments, Ovid sold a 13% interest to Ligand Pharmaceuticals for $30 million in October 2023.
  • Financial runway: Ovid anticipates its cash runway will support operations and clinical development programs into the first half of 2026.
  • Ovid also anticipates several events for its current pipeline programs and clinical results for soticlestat from Takeda in 2024.

OptimizeRx Powers Walmart's ‘Specialty Pharmacies of the Community’ Outreach Effort

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Montag, März 4, 2024

OptimizeRx’s Dynamic Audience Activation Platform (DAAP), is helping to connect healthcare providers with Walmart’s growing network of nearly 90 SPOCs across 13 states.

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  • OptimizeRx’s Dynamic Audience Activation Platform (DAAP), is helping to connect healthcare providers with Walmart’s growing network of nearly 90 SPOCs across 13 states.
  • This collaboration aims to help HCPs identify a new solution for patients facing barriers to care, particularly those living with HIV and autoimmune conditions.
  • “Collaborating with OptimizeRx has been instrumental in facilitating and coordinating access to a network of crucial healthcare providers - those treating patients with complex conditions.
  • “Collaborating with Walmart on this impactful initiative is a strategic milestone for OptimizeRx, reinforcing our commitment to improving patient access to vital resources,” said Steve Silvestro, President of OptimizeRx.

Ventegra Announces Third-Party Audit Validation of Its Robo-Rebate® Software

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Mittwoch, März 6, 2024

A world’s top 5 ranked pharmaceutical manufacturer recently completed a detailed audit of Ventegra using a large third-party auditor.

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  • A world’s top 5 ranked pharmaceutical manufacturer recently completed a detailed audit of Ventegra using a large third-party auditor.
  • They conducted two separate audits on submissions generated by Ventegra’s proprietary Robo-Rebate software resulting in zero financial impact to Ventegra and Ventegra’s clients.
  • The audit reviewed millions of dollars in complex medical benefit claims spanning Ventegra’s largest clients and risk-bearing medical groups (approaching 200 distinct entities).
  • Ventegra’s Robo-Rebate software tracks rebate growth and savings with true transparency to help clients maximize savings while supporting quality care.

PTCB Expands Accessibility to Earn CPhT and CSPT Certifications

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Dienstag, Februar 27, 2024

WASHINGTON, Feb. 27, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) is taking a significant step in improving exam accessibility by extending online testing options to those pursuing the Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) Certification and the Certified Compounded Sterile Preparation TechnicianⓇ (CSPTⓇ) Certification. Following the reintroduction last year of OnVUE (an online proctored testing platform) for advanced and specialty certificate exams, this expansion marks the next phase of a comprehensive plan initiated by PTCB to increase exam delivery options.

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  • WASHINGTON, Feb. 27, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) is taking a significant step in improving exam accessibility by extending online testing options to those pursuing the Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) Certification and the Certified Compounded Sterile Preparation TechnicianⓇ (CSPTⓇ) Certification.
  • The relaunch of online proctored testing specifically for our CPhT and CSPT Certifications underscores our commitment to providing a flexible and accessible pathway for pharmacy technicians to advance in their careers."
  • To earn CPhT Certification, candidates must meet certain eligibility requirements and pass the Pharmacy Technician Certification Exam® (PTCE®).
  • To earn CSPT Certification, active PTCB CPhTs must meet certain eligibility requirements and pass the CSPT Exam.

Natco Pharma Limited Completes Transition of DASH Pharmaceuticals into Natco Pharma USA, Furthering Strategic Presence in the United States

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Dienstag, Januar 2, 2024

Natco Pharma Limited, a research and development (R&D)-focused pharmaceutical company based in India, today announced that DASH Pharmaceuticals, a company that markets, sells, and distributes generic pharmaceutical products, has officially transitioned to Natco Pharma USA, the U.S. subsidiary of Natco Pharma.

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  • Natco Pharma Limited, a research and development (R&D)-focused pharmaceutical company based in India, today announced that DASH Pharmaceuticals, a company that markets, sells, and distributes generic pharmaceutical products, has officially transitioned to Natco Pharma USA, the U.S. subsidiary of Natco Pharma.
  • As of January 2, all products marketed by the company will transition to the Natco Pharma USA label, with no changes to the current NDC Numbers.
  • Julie Trendowicz and Nick DiMaio, the former Executive Vice President and President of DASH, respectively, will assume the same roles under Natco Pharma USA.
  • “By acquiring DASH, Natco Pharma has gained a strategic presence in the United States, connecting us directly with our valued customers in this crucial market,” said Subba Rao Mente, Chief Executive Officer of Natco Pharma USA.

Coalition of Leading U.S. Companies Reveals Joint Progress to Combat HIV Epidemic on Eve of World AIDS Day

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Donnerstag, November 30, 2023

Washington, D.C., Nov. 30, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- As Congress debates potential deep cuts to federal funding for critical HIV programs on the eve of World AIDS Day, a growing number of leading private sector companies are stepping up to accelerate progress to end America’s ongoing HIV epidemic.

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  • Washington, D.C., Nov. 30, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- As Congress debates potential deep cuts to federal funding for critical HIV programs on the eve of World AIDS Day, a growing number of leading private sector companies are stepping up to accelerate progress to end America’s ongoing HIV epidemic.
  • Forty businesses, anchored by several major employers and brands, have joined forces as part of U.S. Business Action to End HIV , a coalition of companies committed to ending the HIV epidemic in the U.S.
  • We are honored to do our part,” said Kevin Host, Senior Vice President of Pharmacy Operations at Walmart.
  • Over 1.2 million people in the United States are living with HIV, with nearly 35,000 new infections each year.

Swisslog Healthcare to Showcase Pharmacy Automation Technology at Exhibition

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Donnerstag, November 30, 2023

Swisslog Healthcare , a global industry leader in pharmacy and transport automation solutions, will participate in the American Society of Health-System Pharmacists (ASHP) Midyear Clinical Meeting & Exhibition from December 3-7, 2023, in Anaheim, California.

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  • Swisslog Healthcare , a global industry leader in pharmacy and transport automation solutions, will participate in the American Society of Health-System Pharmacists (ASHP) Midyear Clinical Meeting & Exhibition from December 3-7, 2023, in Anaheim, California.
  • Swisslog Healthcare invites pharmacy professionals to learn more about its automation of medication packaging, storage, and dispensing, and how these technologies fit into consolidated service centers (CSCs) of all sizes.
  • “At Swisslog Healthcare we stand at the forefront of revolutionizing pharmacy workflows and inventory management of medications,” said Michael Palone, Vice President of Product Management at Swisslog Healthcare.
  • “This is an annual opportunity to gather input from industry influencers, hospital decision makers, and pharmacy leadership which helps Swisslog Healthcare to continually evolve with best-in-class pharmacy automation solutions.”
    More information on the ASHP Midyear Clinical Meeting & Exhibition can be found here: https://midyear.ashp.org/

Colibri Group Announces Strategic Acquisition of TRC Healthcare

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Montag, November 20, 2023

Colibri Group (“Colibri”), a professional education company with leading brands that provide learning solutions to licensed professionals, announces today that the company has acquired TRC Healthcare.

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  • Colibri Group (“Colibri”), a professional education company with leading brands that provide learning solutions to licensed professionals, announces today that the company has acquired TRC Healthcare.
  • With the addition of TRC, Colibri Group adds leading capabilities for Pharmacists, Nurses, Physicians and other healthcare practitioners to its portfolio of professional education services.
  • At the same time, it enables us to deepen our solutions for healthcare clinicians, leaders, and institutions,” said Renee Altier, President of Healthcare at Colibri Group.
  • “We're thrilled to become part of Colibri Group," remarked Wes Crews, CEO of TRC Healthcare.

The Pharmacy Technician Certification Board Grants Funding to Propel Training and Advancement for Pharmacy Technicians Across the Country

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Dienstag, Dezember 12, 2023

WASHINGTON, Dec. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB), the nation's first and most-trusted pharmacy technician credentialing organization, has announced the most recent recipients of their Partnership Funds Program. Initiated in 2019, this program aids the efforts of state pharmacy associations that are dedicated to acknowledging the contributions of pharmacy technicians, fostering medication safety, and advancing the roles of these professionals. The recently-awarded grants will offer crucial support for innovative projects aimed at addressing pressing needs within the pharmacy technician profession.

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  • The recently-awarded grants will offer crucial support for innovative projects aimed at addressing pressing needs within the pharmacy technician profession.
  • The Hawaii Pharmacists Association (HPhA) will undertake the Pharmacy Technician Advancement and Recruitment (PTAR) project.
  • The Iowa Pharmacy Association (IPA) is set to launch "Charting a Pathway Forward: Career Development for Pharmacy Technicians."
  • These Partnership Fund Grants exemplify PTCB's dedication to advancing pharmacy technician roles and fostering innovation within the profession.