Assessing concordance between patient recall and health record documentation of medication discussions in Veterans Affairs primary care: A brief report

Abstract: Objective: High quality patient-clinician communication is critical for patient-centered care, particularly for medication management and discussions. This study assessed …

Managing resistant hypertension in rural Veterans: A pharmacist-led telehealth approach

Abstract: This case study explores the role that pharmacists can have managing resistant hypertension (RH) in rural Appalachian veterans, where health care access is limited. RH, …

Analysis of drug patterns and drug-drug-interactions: Associations with physical performance in middle-aged military personnel undergoing rehabilitation- a retrospective cohort study

Abstract: Background: Comprehensive medication regimens increase the risk of potential drug-drug interactions, adversely affecting health outcomes regardless of age. This risk is …

Analysis of drug patterns and drug-drug-interactions: Associations with physical performance in middle-aged military personnel undergoing rehabilitation– a retrospective cohort study

Abstract: Background: Comprehensive medication regimens increase the risk of potential drug-drug interactions, adversely affecting health outcomes regardless of age. This risk is …

Enhancing older Veterans' care: Insights from medication reviews and deprescribing interventions

Abstract: Background: Patient experience during and after health care is a critical indicator of quality of care that encompasses effective communication, respect, dignity, and …

Association of pharmacogenomic phenotypes in CYP2D6, CYP2C9, CYP2C19, and CYP3A5 on polypharmacy in Veterans

Abstract: The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) utilizes a pharmacogenomic (PGx) program that analyzes specific "pharmacogenes." This study evaluates the effect that …

Evaluation of patient experience with Veterans Affairs clinical pharmacist practitioners providing comprehensive medication management

Abstract: Patient experience is considered an important dimension of health care quality and thus is included as part of the quadruple aim of health care. The VHA Clinical …