In the latest episode of the Pharmacists’ Matters podcast, listen as Host and OPA CEO, Justin Bates, dives into an insightful conversation with Pharmacists and Certified Diabetes Educators (CDEs), Susie Jin and Rob Roscoe.

Leadership Lessons from the COVID-19 Pandemic

Oct 27th, 2021 48m 14s

Over the course of the COVID-19 pandemic, there has been a large influx of information being shared and many valuable lessons learned. In this podcast episode, Ontario Pharmacists Association (OPA) CEO, Justin Bates, and Dr. Noah Ivers, Famil

Strategies for Health Care Professionals: Coping with Pandemic-Related Mental Health Challenges

Apr 20th, 2021 48m 49s

As the COVID-19 pandemic continues, our health care professionals who were already at risk of burnout and mental health challenges are experiencing even greater pressure. This is due to issues specific to the pandemic such as concerns about e

COVID-19 vaccine rollout in Ontario

Jan 29th, 2021 44m 42s

The rollout of the COVID-19 vaccines has raised various conversations regarding the logistics and implementation. In this first podcast episode of 2021, Justin Bates, CEO of OPA has an insightful discussion with healthcare thought leaders, Kr

Political landscape in Ontario, Canada and the U.S. and its impact on healthcare

Oct 20th, 2020 46m 29s

Political analyst and journalist, Amanda Galbraith, joins OPA CEO, Justin Bates, to discuss the political environment in Canada and the United States. Discussions include opinions on the U.S. election and potential outcomes, policy positions

COVID-19 testing in pharmacy: the Alberta story

Sep 11th, 2020 47m 34s

Alberta has long been a leader in the pharmacy space, and their ability to build healthcare capacity during COVID-19 is no exception.In this episode of Pharmacists’ Matters, pharmacy leaders, Margaret Wing and Bruce Winston, from Alberta join

Medicinal cannabis and pharmacy

Aug 20th, 2020 40m 31s

While cannabis was legalized in Canada in 2018, patients who receive authorization from a licensed healthcare provider have been allowed to use cannabis as part of their medical treatment. Under the current Access to Cannabis for Medical Purp

Pharmacy’s role in addressing racism

Jul 20th, 2020 40m 39s

As one of the most accessible healthcare providers to patients within a community, pharmacy professionals have an opportunity to play a key role in ensuring that the care they provide meets the needs of diverse communities. In this episode, J

LGBTQ+ care in pharmacy

Jun 23rd, 2020 42m 56s

Providing inclusive care for LGBTQ+ patients goes beyond mastering clinical knowledge and encompasses an awareness and appreciation for cultural differences that characterize the LGBTQ+ community. Our pharmacy panel of experts discuss how pha

OPA’s member engagement initiatives during the pandemic

Jun 1st, 2020 41m 31s

In this episode we discuss the two major initiatives by OPA to ensure pharmacy services are continued and optimized during the pandemic. We talk to Johnny Paspalovski about our partnership with RONCO to provide pharmacies with much needed PPE

Pharmacy and pandemic resources

May 20th, 2020 54m 29s

In episode 3 of Pharmacists’ Matters podcast, Justin Bates sits down with a diverse panel of experts to discuss pandemic related issues and challenges. Our guests provide listeners with advice and point to tools and resources that are availab

Pharmacy in the face of pandemic

Apr 20th, 2020 45m 56s

Justin Bates (OPA CEO) and special guest, Daniel Chiasson (CAPDM President and CEO), discuss Ontario’s drug supply chain. We also hear insights from a panel of frontline pharmacists and their challenges in the face of COVID-19 pandemic.

COVID-19 and the evolving pharmacy model

Mar 24th, 2020 42m 25s

COVID-19 has impacted the entire healthcare as well as the pharmacy profession greatly and things are changing rapidly for frontline healthcare professionals. In OPA’s inaugural podcast, Justin Bates (CEO, OPA) and Blair Thielemier, PharmD (F