With the advent of artificial intelligence, groundbreaking advancements are changing the landscape of drug diversion prevention. Advanced analytics are uncovering proactive strategies to prevent and address drug diversion more robustly. This transformative technology has reshaped the perception of drug diversion to one that requires a collaborative, interdisciplinary approach. In this podcast, we delve into the imperative for pharmacists, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to unite, taking collective responsibility for tackling this escalating challenge.
Gail M. Vozzella, DNP, RN (she/her) is a senior vice president, system chief nurse executive at Houston Methodist, and chief nursing executive for Houston Methodist Hospital. Gail obtained her bachelor’s in nursing (BSN) from Boston College, and a doctorate in nursing (DNP) from the University of Texas School, Cizek School of Nursing. Gail has a 39-year career in multiple nursing leadership positions. Since joining Houston Methodist, her priority has been enhancing the nursing education programs and focusing on innovative solutions to reduce the workload burden on bedside nurses.
Christine Vogt, RPh, MHA (she/her) graduated from the University of Wisconsin – Madison in 1991 and completed a MHA with the University of Wisconsin – Milwaukee in 2018. I have worked for Froedtert Health for the past 26 years. My areas of focus are pharmacy supply chain, contracting, 340B, operational management, technology, and automation. I enjoy the changing seasons in Wisconsin and Fall Badger football games. In my free time, I enjoy family time, cooking, travel, golf, pickleball, and a good book.
Angela Livingood, PharmD, MHA (she/her/hers) diversion system manager at Novant Health in Winston-Salem, NC, graduated from the University of North Carolina School of Pharmacy. With experience in diverse settings, she oversees Novant Health's diversion prevention and response program. Her role includes conducting monthly audits, supporting individual diversion committees, and enhancing medication security and team member safety through continuous quality improvement methods across all sites of care.
Mansi Patel, Pharm.D., BCPS, DPLA (she/her) is a clinical pharmacist at Novant Health Matthews Medical Center in Charlotte, NC. She received her Doctor of Pharmacy degree from Palm Beach Atlantic University in 2010. Dr. Patel completed an ASHP-accredited hospital pharmacy residency at Indian River Medical Center in Florida. She is board certified in pharmacotherapy and completed an ASHP-accredited Medication Safety Certificate and Pharmacy Leadership Academy. She also held a leadership role as manager at Novant Health Mint Hill Medical Center.
