Medication use and medication related problems are major problems in
the U.S. health care system
Medication-related problems and medication mismanagement
are a massive public health problem in the U.S. Experts estimate that
1.5 million preventable adverse events occur each year that result in
$177 billion in injury & death. More information on Why
Medication Therapy Management is Needed
Pharmacists are the medication experts on the health
care team
Pharmacists undergo years of training and experience in
managing medication therapies and are the best qualified health care
providers to help patients manage and effectively use medications.
Pharmacists improving care through collaboration
The Institute of Medicine advocates that healthcare
should be safe, effective, patient centered, timely and efficient in
meeting patient’s needs. The Institute of Medicine also encourages
patients to actively participate in the health care process to prevent
medication related problems. Pharmacist Medication Therapy Management
services seek to enhance care to by improving collaboration between
pharmacists, physicians and other health care providers; enhancing
communication between patients and their health care team; and
empowering patients to optimize medication use for improved health care
outcomes. More information on MTM:
Improving Healthcare
Pharmacists provide Medication Therapy Management
services in many practice settings
Medication therapy management encompass a broad list of
services and include medication therapy reviews, complex medication
consultations and referrals from specialist physicians, health and
wellness services, immunization, disease education, health
coaching and many other services that help patients. Explore
MTM in pharmacy and more information on what MTM looks like.
Pharmacist provided medication therapy management is
helping to improve patients’ lives
Across the nation, pharmacists are working with patients
to optimize medication use, avoid, prevent or resolve medication related
problems and helping them to live happier, healthier and more productive
lives. Read
patient testimonials on the impact these services are having on
patients.
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APhA MTM Digest 2009
APhA MTM Digest 2008
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