Welcome to a gripping episode of CPhT Connect, the podcast for Pharmacy Technicians! Join hosts Mike Johnston and Ashleigh Smith as they uncover the shocking case of Kim Thien Le, a pharmacy technician who successfully impersonated a licensed pharmacist for over 11 years at Walgreens.

In this episode, Mike and Ashleigh break down how Le managed to fill over 745,000 prescriptions—including controlled substances—before being exposed in a routine California State Pharmacy Board audit. Walgreens faced intense scrutiny and ultimately settled with California authorities for $7.5 million, raising serious concerns about oversight and accountability in the pharmacy industry.

Listeners will gain insight into the vulnerabilities in pharmacy regulation, the implications for technician roles, and the ongoing debate about expanding responsibilities with proper training and safeguards.

Don’t miss this eye-opening discussion on one of the most infamous cases of pharmacy fraud. Tune in now to explore what went wrong, how it could have been prevented, and what it means for the future of pharmacy technicians!