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Alesha Smith1, Dhanya Hariharan Nair1, Emma R Smith1
1School of Pharmacy, University of Otago, Dunedin 9016, New Zealand.
Pharmacy (Basel, Switzerland)
|February 25, 2025
Summary
University of Otago
Area of Science:
- Pharmacy Practice
- Clinical Pharmacy
- Medication Management
Background:
- University-based clinics offer innovative medication management solutions.
- Medication-related problems (MRPs) significantly impact patient outcomes and pharmacy education.
- Addressing MRPs is crucial for improving healthcare quality.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the impact of the University of Otago School of Pharmacy Clinic on patient outcomes and pharmacy education.
- To identify and analyze medication-related problems (MRPs) and pharmacist interventions.
- To assess the clinic's role in enhancing health-related quality of life.
Main Methods:
- Analysis of 456 patient consultations over four years.
- Utilized the DOCUMENT classification system to identify and categorize MRPs.
- Assessed patient health-related quality of life using the SF12V2 survey.
Main Results:
- Identified 754 MRPs and issued 836 recommendations, focusing on medication adjustments and monitoring.
- Patients reported significant improvements in mental and physical health-related quality of life.
- Demonstrated the clinic's effectiveness in optimizing patient care and providing experiential learning.
Conclusions:
- University-based clinics are pivotal for resolving MRPs through interprofessional collaboration and innovative technologies.
- Pharmacist-led interventions significantly enhance patient outcomes and quality of life.
- Expanded roles for clinical pharmacists are essential for preventing medication errors and advancing healthcare.
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