Let’s Talk Stigma

Polysubstance Use and People Who Experience Homelessness

Conversations surrounding substance use often focus on one substance individually, like opioids or stimulants, but often do not acknowledge that many people who use substances will use multiple substances. How do we medically treat people who use multiple substances simultaneously? What are stigmas that come with polysubstance use? We are also joined by Bridge Outreach, an organization that provides resources and support for people experiencing homelessness, to discuss the added layers of stigma and barriers to care that people who use substances and are experiencing homelessness face.
 
Speakers:
Logan Kissell, PharmD | Clinical Pharmacist |The  Hometown Pharmacy
Janet Astle, RPh, Ed.D. | Assistant Dean of Students | Duquesne University School of Pharmacy
Holly Lasilla, RPh, Dr.P.H, MPH, MSEd | Associate Professor | Duquesne University School of Pharmacy
Harrison Ferro, PharmD | PGY-1 Resident | UPMC Western Psychiatric Hospital
David Lettrich | Director | Bridge Outreach
Lauren Ballew | Harm Reduction and Connection to Care Specialist | Bridge Outreach
 
Podcast Creative Team (content, editing, production):
Joni C. Carroll, PharmD, BCACP, CTTS  | Assistant Professor, Pharmacy and Therapeutics |University of Pittsburgh School of Pharmacy
Logan Kissell, PharmD | Clinical Pharmacist |The Hometown Pharmacy
Alyssa Khieu, PharmD Class of 2025, University of Pittsburgh School of Pharmacy
Elizabeth Bunk, PharmD | Manager, Center for Pharmacy Care |Duquesne University School of Pharmacy
 
Music Production: John Carroll

Stimulant Use and People Who Experience Incarceration | Let’s Talk Stigma

In this episode of Let’s Talk Stigma we discuss what stimulant use is, the stigma people who have stimulant use disorders face, and how it differs from opioid use. We are also joined by Foundation of Hope, an interfaith organization that focuses on providing resources for presently and formerly incarcerated individuals. We talk with them about how substance use affects formerly incarcerated individuals and the added stigma that comes with being incarcerated and using substances.
 
Speakers:
Logan Kissell, PharmD | Clinical Pharmacist |The Hometown Pharmacy
Janet Astle, RPh, Ed.D. | Assistant Dean of Students | Duquesne University School of Pharmacy
Ashley Smith, PharmD | Detox Unit Pharmacist | UPMC McKeesport
Harrison Ferro, PharmD | PGY-1 Resident | UPMC Western Psychiatric Hospital
Mica Wiliams, JD | Adult Diversion Program Director | Foundation of Hope
Maryanne Patton | Adult Diversion Program Case Manager | Foundation of Hope
 
Podcast Creative Team (content, editing, production):
Joni C. Carroll, PharmD, BCACP, CTTS  | Assistant Professor, Pharmacy and Therapeutics |University of Pittsburgh School of Pharmacy
Logan Kissell, PharmD | Clinical Pharmacist |The Hometown Pharmacy
Alyssa Khieu, PharmD Class of 2025, University of Pittsburgh School of Pharmacy
Elizabeth Bunk, PharmD | Manager, Center for Pharmacy Care |Duquesne University School of Pharmacy
 
Music Production: John Carroll

Medications for Opioid Use Disorder | Let’s Talk Stigma

In this episode of Let’s Talk Stigma, we will hear about medications for opioid use disorder, or “MOUD,” and how patient accessibility to these medications can play a huge role in helping someone reach recovery. The Pennsylvania Pharmacists Association has partnered with Pharmacy Podcast Network to bring you a series of podcasts designed to help community pharmacists implement change and practice transformation. The Let’s Talk Stigma podcast miniseries is designed to equip community-based pharmacists to provide culturally sensitive care to individuals with opioid use disorders. This podcast miniseries was developed by the University of Pittsburgh School of Pharmacy in collaboration with Duquesne University School of Pharmacy and paid for through CDC grant funding provided by the Allegheny County Health Department to the University of Pittsburgh and Duquesne University Schools of Pharmacy. Did you listen to all 5 podcasts? Visit the link below to complete the post test and evaluation. 1.5 hours of CE credit is available only for Pharmacists and Pharmacy Technicians. Once you click on the link below, you will need to click register on the left-hand side of your screen, complete the registration fields, and you will be sent an e-mail with information on how to access the post test and evaluation.    Link: https://www.lecturepanda.com/a/LetsTalkStigma1 CE Information Target Audience: Pharmacists and Pharmacy Technicians CE Credit: 1.5 Contact Hours (0.15 CEU) UAN: 0159-9999-22-011-H08-P; 0159-9999-22-011-H08-T Activity Type: Knowledge   If you have any questions about LecturePanda or receiving credit for this course, please use the help desk feature located within LecturePanda. You can also contact PPA at ppa@papharmacists.com The Pennsylvania Pharmacists Association is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education as a provider of continuing pharmacy education. Did you listen to all 5 podcasts? Visit the link below to complete the post test and evaluation. 1.5 hours of CE credit is available only for Pharmacists and Pharmacy Technicians. Once you click on the link below, you will need to click register on the left-hand side of your screen, complete the registration fields, and you will be sent an e-mail with information on how to access the post test and evaluation.    Link: https://www.lecturepanda.com/a/LetsTalkStigma1 CE Information Target Audience: Pharmacists and Pharmacy Technicians CE Credit: 1.5 Contact Hours (0.15 CEU) UAN: 0159-9999-22-011-H08-P; 0159-9999-22-011-H08-T Activity Type: Knowledge   If you have any questions about LecturePanda or receiving credit for this course, please use the help desk feature located within LecturePanda. You can also contact PPA at ppa@papharmacists.com    The Pennsylvania Pharmacists Association is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education as a provider of continuing pharmacy education. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Naloxone and Harm Reduction Services | Let’s Talk Stigma

In this episode of Let’s Talk Stigma, we will hear about the impact that both naloxone and harm reduction services have on the lives of individuals with opioid use disorder. We will hear from patients, practitioners, family members and those who work directly with people who use drugs. The Pennsylvania Pharmacists Association has partnered with Pharmacy Podcast Network to bring you a series of podcasts designed to help community pharmacists implement change and practice transformation. The Let’s Talk Stigma podcast miniseries is designed to equip community-based pharmacists to provide culturally sensitive care to individuals with opioid use disorders. This podcast miniseries was developed by the University of Pittsburgh School of Pharmacy in collaboration with Duquesne University School of Pharmacy and paid for through CDC grant funding provided by the Allegheny County Health Department to the University of Pittsburgh and Duquesne University Schools of Pharmacy.

Intrapersonal and Interpersonal Stigma | Let’s Talk Stigma

In this episode of Let’s Talk Stigma, we focus on the voices of individuals directly impacted by the stigma associated with opioid use disorder. We talked with family members, friends, and people in long term recovery who discuss intrapersonal and interpersonal stigma associated with opioid use disorder. The Pennsylvania Pharmacists Association has partnered with Pharmacy Podcast Network to bring you a series of podcasts designed to help community pharmacists implement change and practice transformation. The Let’s Talk Stigma podcast miniseries is designed to equip community-based pharmacists to provide culturally sensitive care to individuals with opioid use disorders. This podcast miniseries was developed by the University of Pittsburgh School of Pharmacy in collaboration with Duquesne University School of Pharmacy and paid for through CDC grant funding provided by the Allegheny County Health Department to the University of Pittsburgh and Duquesne University Schools of Pharmacy. 

Opioid Use Disorder is a Chronic Disease | Let’s Talk Stigma

In this episode of Let’s Talk Stigma, we will hear the voices of four different individuals who will talk about how we should recognize opioid use disorder and other substance use disorders as chronic health conditions or diseases, and not moral failings. The Pennsylvania Pharmacists Association has partnered with Pharmacy Podcast Network to bring you a series of podcasts designed to help community pharmacists implement change and practice transformation. The Let’s Talk Stigma podcast miniseries is designed to equip community-based pharmacists to provide culturally sensitive care to individuals with opioid use disorders. This podcast miniseries was developed by the University of Pittsburgh School of Pharmacy in collaboration with Duquesne University School of Pharmacy and paid for through CDC grant funding provided by the Allegheny County Health Department to the University of Pittsburgh and Duquesne University Schools of Pharmacy. 

Why Stigma Exists | Let’s Talk Stigma

Podcast Episode 1 - Why Stigma Exists: In this episode of Let’s Talk Stigma, we will hear the voices of three different individuals who will share their perspectives on why they believe stigma with opioid use disorders exists and how we can begin to reflect on our own biases and recognize ways we need to change. Let’s Talk Stigma Show Notes The Pennsylvania Pharmacists Association has partnered with Pharmacy Podcast Network to bring you a series of podcasts designed to help community pharmacists implement change and practice transformation. The Let’s Talk Stigma podcast miniseries is designed to equip community-based pharmacists to provide culturally sensitive care to individuals with opioid use disorders. This podcast miniseries was developed by the University of Pittsburgh School of Pharmacy in collaboration with Duquesne University School of Pharmacy and paid for through CDC grant funding provided by the Allegheny County Health Department to the University of Pittsburgh and Duquesne University Schools of Pharmacy. Speakers:  Stacie A. Brown CRS, CFRS Overdose Prevention Outreach Coordinator Allegheny County Health Department Lauren Jonkman, PharmD, MPH Assistant Professor, Pharmacy and Therapeutics University of Pittsburgh School of Pharmacy Kelley Kelley Turtle Creek Borough Mayor LEAD Community Engagement Coordinator CONNECT (Congress of Neighboring Communities) Kevin Kelley Square Café General Manager Logan Kissell, PharmD Clinical Pharmacist, The Hometown Pharmacy Micah J. Sobota, PharmD, BCPS, BCGP, FASCP Director, Crisis Stabilization Unit  Coleman Health Services AAH Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices