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Clinics in Geriatric Medicine
|April 3, 2017
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Navigating complex healthcare systems poses challenges for senior citizens, particularly concerning geriatric polypharmacy. This article explores physician and family perspectives on managing multiple medications in older adults.

Area of Science:

  • Geriatric Medicine
  • Clinical Pharmacy Practice
  • Healthcare System Complexity

Background:

  • The modern healthcare environment presents increasing complexity for clinical providers.
  • Senior citizens are disproportionately affected by these complexities, facing challenges in navigating care.
  • Evolving quality models introduce new problems and complexities in patient management.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To discuss the issue of geriatric polypharmacy from the viewpoints of practicing clinicians.
  • To examine the challenges associated with managing multiple medications in the elderly population.
  • To explore the dual roles of healthcare providers as both clinicians and family members managing care.

Main Methods:

  • Qualitative discussion based on practitioners' experiences.
Keywords:
DeprescribingPolypharmacyPotentially inappropriate medications

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  • Presentation of two distinct perspectives: a physician provider and a provider discussing family roles.
  • Exploration of current protocols and guidelines influencing medication initiation and treatment intensity.

    • Main Results:

    • Geriatric polypharmacy is a significant challenge within the current complex healthcare system.
    • Physician providers face intricate decision-making regarding drug initiation and aggressive treatments for seniors.
    • Providers' personal experiences within their own families offer unique insights into managing geriatric care.

    Conclusions:

    • Understanding geriatric polypharmacy requires acknowledging the complexities faced by both providers and patients.
    • The dual perspective of clinical practice and family care highlights the multifaceted nature of medication management in seniors.
    • Further discussion is needed to address the challenges of polypharmacy and improve care for older adults.