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Collaborating with physicians in the drug-usage evaluation process.

M S Phillips1

  • 1Medical College of Georgia Hospital, Augusta.

Topics in Hospital Pharmacy Management
|March 10, 1991
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Physician participation in Drug Use Evaluation (DUE) is crucial for quality care. An educational approach, emphasizing peer interaction and pharmacy support, improves prescribing practices and patient outcomes.

Area of Science:

  • Pharmacy
  • Healthcare Quality Improvement
  • Medical Staff Performance

Background:

  • The Joint Commission mandates Drug Use Evaluation (DUE) involving medical staff and pharmacy.
  • Physician buy-in is essential for the success of DUE processes.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To outline strategies for enhancing physician acceptance of DUE.
  • To emphasize the role of the pharmacy department in DUE and appropriate prescribing.

Main Methods:

  • Promoting DUE as a quality improvement initiative rather than a punitive measure.
  • Utilizing peer interaction to reinforce desired prescribing practices.
  • Leveraging the pharmacy department's expertise in data reporting and education.

Main Results:

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  • An educational, non-punitive approach fosters greater physician engagement in DUE.
  • Pharmacy's active role in reporting, education, and facilitation is key to successful DUE implementation.
  • Peer interaction effectively reinforces best practices in drug utilization.

Conclusions:

  • The pharmacy department is pivotal in ensuring appropriate prescribing through effective DUE.
  • A collaborative, educational strategy is vital for maximizing the benefits of DUE for patient care.