The Pharmacy Podcast Network invites our audience on an enlightening journey with our esteemed monthly guest, Dr. Gail Lebovic, the Founder & CEO of Silicon Valley Innovations (SVI) and creator of NasoClenz. SVI is committed to leveraging cutting-edge technology to enhance the quality of life for individuals worldwide. With their dedicated team boasting over three decades of experience in the medical device industry, SVI is pioneering solutions that empower people to lead happier, healthier lives. Their latest offerings feature a patented, anatomically designed local drug delivery platform tailored to address both acute and chronic conditions in respiratory and feminine healthcare.
"Our goal is to make significant strides in improving health and wellness within communities by forging connections between pharmacies, physicians, and patients."
-- Dr. Gail Lebovic
Through this collaboration, we are committed to delivering valuable content that enriches understanding and strengthens relationships within the healthcare ecosystem. We extend our gratitude to Silicon Valley Innovations for their generous sponsorship and for making the NasoClenz podcast series possible.
Sniffing Out Trends
The time of year is upon us when blistering heat gives way to colder weather. With the change of seasons come a multitude of challenges for the nose, sinuses and lungs. Allergens, dust, air pollution, particulate matter in the air, changes in barometric pressure and respiratory viruses can all wreak havoc on our respiratory systems leading to nasal congestion, post nasal drainage, coughing, wheezing, fatigue and eventually sinusitis and even pulmonary infections such as bronchitis.
Join our host Todd Eury as we welcome our guests live from the floor at the American Academy of Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery Annual Meeting in Nashville, TN
Keith Matheny, MD – Medical Entrepreneur & Otolaryngologist
Gail Lebovic, MD – CEO & Founder of Silicon Valley Innovations and creator of NasoClenz
Exploring Phenylephrine and Respiratory Health: A Pharmacist- Physician Conversation
Lucas Berenbrok, PharmD, MS, BCACP, FAPhA Associate Professor of Pharmacy & Therapeutics at the University of Pittsburgh joins Dr. Gail Lebovic, MD discussing the oral phenylephrine news and impact on nasal health. Nasal congestion – many factors cause inflammation and result in mucus formation, bacteria, viruses. The nose is a filter – doing a huge job. This is why cleaning and moisturizing the nose is so important. Pharmacists are leading healthcare – educating patients and being a resource for the communities they serve. Pharmacists are working with their communities to educate patients so that they can take hold of their self care. Physician and pharmacists perspective on what self care looks like and how important it is to maintain a base line of health to help prevent serious illness and disease from arising. The FDA’s recent decision to pull oral phenylephrine from shelves will have a big impact, however, opens up the discussion of treating locally through nasal sprays to treat local symptoms.
Gateway to Health: Starring the NOSE!
In this episode, Dr. Gail and Multi-location Pharmacy Owner from New Zealand, Daniel Adams, delve into the often overlooked realm of nasal health and the crucial role it plays in our overall well-being.
We explore the importance of maintaining clean nasal passages, not only for respiratory health but also for optimizing the absorption of intranasal medications.
Furthermore, we discuss intriguing findings suggesting a potential link between nasal microbiome composition and the development of Alzheimer’s Disease, shedding light on the intricate connection between nasal health and neurological conditions. Through a series of studies and animal experiments, we uncover how pathogens entering the body via the olfactory and trigeminal nerves may directly contribute to Alzheimer’s pathology.
By understanding the significance of nasal health, we aim to empower listeners to make informed choices about nasal cleaning systems to support their respiratory and cognitive health.
