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Virtual Agent for Real-Time Motivational Interviewing by Integrating Adaptive Nonverbal Behavior and Language Models
Published on: December 23, 2025
Motivational interviewing and specialty pharmacy.
Bruce A Berger1, Carl T Bertram
1Berger Consulting, LLC. Bbergerconsulting@gmail.com.
Motivational interviewing is an effective approach to improve patient adherence and health outcomes. Training in specialty pharmacy settings can enhance patient and pharmacist satisfaction and maximize medication adherence.
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Area of Science:
- Health Services Research
- Behavioral Science
- Pharmacy Practice
Background:
- Motivational interviewing (MI) is an evidence-based intervention for behavior change.
- Effective patient adherence and health outcomes are critical in healthcare.
- Specialty pharmacy settings present unique challenges for patient management.
Observation:
- This commentary explores the efficacy of motivational interviewing in improving patient adherence.
- It reviews the history and evidence supporting MI's effectiveness.
- Case studies compare traditional care with MI in specialty pharmacy.
Findings:
- Motivational interviewing demonstrates significant potential to enhance patient adherence.
- MI training in specialty pharmacy can improve patient and pharmacist satisfaction.
- This approach is linked to improved health outcomes and medication adherence rates.
Implications:
- Integrating motivational interviewing into specialty pharmacy practice is recommended.
- Further research should explore MI's long-term impact on health outcomes.
- Specialty pharmacies can leverage MI to optimize patient care and satisfaction.

