EPISODE · Jun 4, 2024 · 32 MIN
AGS Beers Criteria Discussion | LTC Pharmacy Podcast
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The American Geriatrics Society (AGS) Beers Criteria comprises medications older adults should either avoid or use cautiously. It aims to guide healthcare providers in safe prescription practices for those aged 65 and above. Join us for an insightful discussion with Dr. Michael Steinman, a board member and expert in geriatric medicine, who was essential in updating these guidelines. We'll delve into areas of the Beers Criteria that commonly raise questions regarding patient care and medications contained in this list. Dr. Michael Steinman: linkedin.com/in/mike-steinman-50ba117 Dr. Scott Stewart: linkedin.com/in/scott-stewart-34973870 Dr. Tamara Ruggles: linkedin.com/in/tamara-ruggles-491882251 US Deprescribing Research Network: https://deprescribingresearch.org/ 2023 AGS Beers Criteria: https://sbgg.org.br/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/1-American-Geriatrics-Society-2023.pdf
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The American Geriatrics Society (AGS) Beers Criteria comprises medications older adults should either avoid or use cautiously. It aims to guide healthcare providers in safe prescription practices for those aged 65 and above. Join us for an insightful discussion with Dr. Michael Steinman, a board member and expert in geriatric medicine, who was essential in updating these guidelines. We'll delve into areas of the Beers Criteria that commonly raise questions regarding patient care and medications contained in this list.Dr. Michael Steinman: linkedin.com/in/mike-steinman-50ba117Dr. Scott Stewart: linkedin.com/in/scott-stewart-34973870 Dr. Tamara Ruggles: linkedin.com/in/tamara-ruggles-491882251US Deprescribing Research Network: https://deprescribingresearch.org/2023 AGS Beers Criteria: https://sbgg.org.br/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/1-American-Geriatrics-Society-2023.pdf
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