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08-22-2020 03:38 PM
I used to live near a city of about 350,000 and my PCP and specialists were from this city. I moved to my present location (a town of about 10,800). When I lived near the larger city, I never heard of pharmacotherapy, but here I move to this small town and there are four at the local clinic.
I was having problems with my blood sugars and visited the pharmacotherapist. He now has my blood sugars under control and my last A1C was 6.5.
Do you have these specialists in your city?
08-22-2020 03:41 PM
@wismiss Never heard of this speciality. What is their function?
08-22-2020 03:42 PM - edited 08-22-2020 03:47 PM
Just about any pharmacist is an expert in pharmacotherapy.
ETA: Pharmacotherapy is the treatment of disease through the administration of drugs.
08-22-2020 03:47 PM
I have never heard of this occupation. What do they do? And wow, @wismiss , getting your A1C down to 6.5 is excellent! I’m curious what their recommendations were, since I’m in the same situation.
08-22-2020 03:49 PM
@Sushismom wrote:Just about any pharmacist is an expert in pharmacotherapy.
ETA: Pharmacotherapy is the treatment of disease through the administration of drugs.
Around here they're just called dealers.
08-22-2020 03:50 PM
Is this a state licensing issue? My store offers "counseling" but I can read directions so I rarely avail myself unless a drug is brand new to me.
08-22-2020 03:50 PM
@noodleann wrote:
@Sushismom wrote:Just about any pharmacist is an expert in pharmacotherapy.
ETA: Pharmacotherapy is the treatment of disease through the administration of drugs.
Around here they're just called dealers.
@noodleann Care to elaborate?
08-22-2020 03:51 PM
Pharmacotherapists are pharmacists with specialized training in the management of medicines. A pharmacotherapist works with other members of your healthcarel team to ensure the medicine you take is effective, safe, and affordable for you.
Visits with a pharmacotherapist focus on the results and benefits of your medications. Find peace of mind as you discuss concerns you may be experiencing with a medication expert.
Most insurance plans recognize the benefit of Pharmacotherapy visits and offer the same coverage as a primary care visit.
If you are interested in making an appointment, please discuss with your primary care provider how a pharmacotherapist will fit into your care team.
08-22-2020 03:51 PM
@Teddie wrote:
@noodleann wrote:
@Sushismom wrote:Just about any pharmacist is an expert in pharmacotherapy.
ETA: Pharmacotherapy is the treatment of disease through the administration of drugs.
Around here they're just called dealers.
@noodleann Care to elaborate?
Nope.
08-22-2020 03:53 PM
Id never heard of it so you know I had to Google it!
”Pharmacotherapy ensures the safe, appropriate and economical use of medications as part of interprofessional treatment teams in a variety of settings, including hospitals and health systems.”
Sounds like a pharmacotherapist works to make sure any drugs being prescribed are the safest ones for the patient. Can they prescribe medications?
It sounds like it is helping with your blood sugar. That is so important! I hope you have continued success.
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