Pods + PANS

About Pods + PANS

Pods + PANS is a podcast presented by the Pharmacy Association of Nova Scotia (PANS), offering insights and education into the evolving landscape of pharmacy practice in Nova Scotia.

Publisher

PharmacyNS

Category

education · health & fitness

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

29 May 2024

Latest episode

15 Oct 2026

Latest episodes

63 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   15 Oct 2026

   Grief in Pharmacy Practice with Rune Black and Melissa MacDonald

   Grief is not linear, and it doesn’t always look the way we expect. In this episode of Pods + PANS, PANS' Lisa Woodill is joined by Rune Black, Community Grief Facilitator, and Melissa MacDonald, Community Grief Facilitator with the Nova Scotia Hospice and Palliative Care Association. Together, they explore how grief can affect pharmacy professionals, patients, and caregivers. From recognizing the emotional and physical signs of grief to supporting patients through loss, anticipatory grief, and caregiver burnout, this conversation offers practical guidance for navigating some of the most difficult moments in pharmacy practice. Copyright Notice By accessing the PANS Pods and PANS Podcast (the “Podcast”) you acknowledge that the contents, design, and materials are the property of the Pharmacy Association of Nova Scotia (PANS) or used by PANS with permission. The Podcast and its data, content, information, and other materials are protected under Canadian copyright and trademark laws. The Podcast is for general educational purposes only. No other use, including, without limitation, reproduction, retransmission, or editing, may be made without the prior written permission of PANS. Disclaimer The Podcast and content contained therein, including text, images, audio, or other formats, were created for general education and informational purposes only. The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, clinical diagnosis, or treatment. Reliance on any information provided is solely at your own risk. Furthermore, any third-party materials or content of any third-party site referenced in the Podcast do not necessarily reflect the opinions, standards, or policies of PANS. PANS assumes no responsibility or liability for the accuracy or completeness of the content of guests or contained in third-party materials or on third-party sites referenced in this Podcast or the compliance with applicable laws of such materials and/or links referenced therein. Limitation of Liability PANS EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS ANY AND ALL LIABILITY OR RESPONSIBILITY FOR ANY DIRECT, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR OTHER DAMAGES, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION LOSS OF PROFITS, ARISING OUT OF ANY INDIVIDUAL'S USE OF, REFERENCE TO, RELIANCE ON, OR INABILITY TO USE THE PRODUCTS OR THE INFORMATION PRESENTED IN THE PODCASTS.

2. 

   1 Oct 2026

   Pharmacist Grand Rounds Series (Lyme and Children) with Jaime McDonald

   Jaime McDonald’s Grand Rounds has long been a trusted clinical learning forum, using real‑world cases to support evidence‑based decision‑making and practical application. Now delivered through Pods + PANS, each episode features real clinical cases and walks listeners through Jaime's thought process: assessing patient context, identifying key issues, reviewing evidence, and considering practical management strategies relevant to community pharmacy practice. Lyme disease is becoming increasingly common across Nova Scotia, making it essential for pharmacists to recognize its signs, understand current treatment approaches, and support families navigating a diagnosis. In this episode, PANS' Suzanne Richards-AuCoin and Clinical Consultant Pharmacist Jamie McDonald explore the unique considerations of Lyme disease in pediatric patients. From early identification and diagnosis to treatment recommendations, determining eligibility for post-exposure prophylaxis, and counseling tips for parents and caregivers, this discussion provides practical, evidence-informed insights pharmacists can apply in everyday practice. Jaime McDonald is a Clinical Pharmacy Specialist for the IWK Maritime Child Health Program and is a Clinical Consultant Pharmacist through PANS where she provides virtual and phone clinical consultant services to Nova Scotia Pharmacists. Jaime has been a member of the Vortex Atlantic CF Advisory Board. She has no other declarations and conflict(s) of interest. Copyright Notice By accessing the PANS Pods and PANS Podcast (the “Podcast”) you acknowledge that the contents, design, and materials are the property of the Pharmacy Association of Nova Scotia (PANS) or used by PANS with permission. The Podcast and its data, content, information, and other materials are protected under Canadian copyright and trademark laws. The Podcast is for general educational purposes only. No other use, including, without limitation, reproduction, retransmission, or editing, may be made without the prior written permission of PANS. Disclaimer The Podcast and content contained therein, including text, images, audio, or other formats, were created for general education and informational purposes only. The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, clinical diagnosis, or treatment. Reliance on any information provided is solely at your own risk. Furthermore, any third-party materials or content of any third-party site referenced in the Podcast do not necessarily reflect the opinions, standards, or policies of PANS. PANS assumes no responsibility or liability for the accuracy or completeness of the content of guests or contained in third-party materials or on third-party sites referenced in this Podcast or the compliance with applicable laws of such materials and/or links referenced therein. Limitation of Liability PANS EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS ANY AND ALL LIABILITY OR RESPONSIBILITY FOR ANY DIRECT, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR OTHER DAMAGES, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION LOSS OF PROFITS, ARISING OUT OF ANY INDIVIDUAL'S USE OF, REFERENCE TO, RELIANCE ON, OR INABILITY TO USE THE PRODUCTS OR THE INFORMATION PRESENTED IN THE PODCASTS.

3. 

   17 Sept 2026

   Part Two: Who Are You as a Pharmacy Professional? Exploring Professional Identity with Jaclyn Tran

   What does it mean to be a pharmacy professional beyond your credentials, skills, or job title? In this episode of Pods + PANS, PANS’ Lisa Woodill sits down with Jaclyn Tran to discuss personal values, confidence, continuing education, and the role professional identity plays in guiding career decisions and personal satisfaction. Jaclyn also shares what she took away (and some of her favorite articles!) from the Master of Adult Education program at StFX. Whether you're early in your career or reflecting on years of practice, this conversation offers valuable insights into understanding and strengthening your professional identity. Kegan, R. (2009). What “form” transforms? A constructive-developmental approach to transformative learning. In K. Illeris (Ed.), Contemporary theories of learning: Learning theorists... in their own words. (pp. 35–52). Routledge. Lewin, L. O., McManamon, A., Stein, M. T. O., & Chen, D. T. (2019). Minding the form that transforms: Using Kegan’s model of adult development to understand personal and professional identity formation in medicine. Academic Medicine, 94(9), 1299–1304. https://doi.org/10.1097/ACM.0000000000002741 (https://doi.org/10.1097/ACM.0000000000002741) Moseley, L. E., McConnell, L., Garza, K. B., & Ford, C. R. (2021). Exploring the evolution of professional identity formation in health professions education. New Directions for Teaching and Learning, 168, 11–27. https://doi.org/10.1002/tl.20464 (https://doi.org/10.1002/tl.20464) Copyright Notice By accessing the PANS Pods and PANS Podcast (the “Podcast”) you acknowledge that the contents, design, and materials are the property of the Pharmacy Association of Nova Scotia (PANS) or used by PANS with permission. The Podcast and its data, content, information, and other materials are protected under Canadian copyright and trademark laws. The Podcast is for general educational purposes only. No other use, including, without limitation, reproduction, retransmission, or editing, may be made without the prior written permission of PANS. Disclaimer The Podcast and content contained therein, including text, images, audio, or other formats, were created for general education and informational purposes only. The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, clinical diagnosis, or treatment. Reliance on any information provided is solely at your own risk. Furthermore, any third-party materials or content of any third-party site referenced in the Podcast do not necessarily reflect the opinions, standards, or policies of PANS. PANS assumes no responsibility or liability for the accuracy or completeness of the content of guests or contained in third-party materials or on third-party sites referenced in this Podcast or the compliance with applicable laws of such materials and/or links referenced therein. Limitation of Liability PANS EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS ANY AND ALL LIABILITY OR RESPONSIBILITY FOR ANY DIRECT, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR OTHER DAMAGES, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION LOSS OF PROFITS, ARISING OUT OF ANY INDIVIDUAL'S USE OF, REFERENCE TO, RELIANCE ON, OR INABILITY TO USE THE PRODUCTS OR THE INFORMATION PRESENTED IN THE PODCASTS.

Who has been a guest on Pods + PANS

Names identified in recent episode analyses. Showing up to five guests.

• Jaime McDonald
• Rowan Sarty
• Greg Richard

Reach and audience

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Spotify

5.0 / 5

2 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 15 / 100

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Quality

29

Social presence

0

YouTube

0

Engagement

0

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