Jeannette Y. Wick, RPh, MBA, FASCP

Senior centers provide an excellent opportunity for pharmacists to hone their patient care skills.

The success--and challenges--of Medicare Part D's Medication Therapy Management Programs can inform the future of this collaborative practice.

As patients begin presenting to the pharmacy with cold symptoms, here are the top 10 things pharmacists need to know for effective counseling.

As patients begin presenting to the pharmacy with cold symptoms, here are the top 10 things pharmacists need to know for effective counseling.

This chronic, painful disorder has a complex symptom profile that can make diagnosis and treatment complicated.

The metabolic chain reaction that precedes diabetic ketoacidosis can occur rapidly and this potentially life-threatening condition requires swift recognition and treatment.

Pharmacists can take advantage of back-to-school time to promote year-round adherence to protect children from contagious diseases.

These trendy microorganisms are marketed heavily to patients, but are they safe and effective for gastrointestinal health?

When patients are facing diverticulosis or diverticulitis, pharmacists can explain the pharmacological options and suggest lifestyle modification.

The intensity, duration, and type of symptoms a women experiences during menopause depends on a variety of factors. Pharmacists are in a position to identify appropriate strategies to reduce or manage the most bothersome symptoms.

The intensity, duration, and type of symptoms a women experiences during menopause depends on a variety of factors. Pharmacists are in a position to identify appropriate strategies to reduce or manage the most bothersome symptoms.

From sedentary desk jobs to antipsychotics, the causes of weight gain are unique to each patient. Working together, pharmacists and patients can create a tailored weight loss plan that addresses individual goals and challenges.

With its symptoms of nonspecific pain, swelling, and fatigue, lupus can be difficult to diagnose and complicated to treat.

Lasers provide an intriguing new option for conditions that are difficult to treat with traditional drug therapy.

The choice of which antihistamine to use for allergy symptoms is often a family affair. Pharmacists can help patients move from a panacea model to one that takes into account individual needs and medical history.

As health care reform brings The Medical Home concept closer to reality, what can pharmacists expect?

Drug therapy for depression is steeped in controversy. As the debate about antidepressants' effectiveness continues, pharmacists must familiarize themselves with their complexity.

Pharmacists can help slow the progression toward dialysis in patients living with chronic kidney disease.

As health care reform brings The Medical Home concept closer to reality, what can pharmacists expect?

Studies indicate the immobilization due to bedrest is a concern for older patients, who lose their ability to perform daily activities as well as quality of life.

The FDA approved Gilenya, a Novartis Pharmaceuticals' product for relapsing multiple sclerosis. The approved labeling indicates it reduces the frequency of clinical exacerbation and delays accumulation of physical disability.

Older patients often find medication adherence difficult, as the use of multiple medications create challenges. Pharmacists can help in a variety of ways to identify the problem and implement corrective action.

Millions of Americans do not know they have peripheral vascular disease, an ofter asymptomatic condition that increases risk of heart attack, stroke, and death.

Pharmacists should reinforce adherence and education for all asthma patients.

Heavy workloads and long hours make stress management a critical skill for pharmacists. With a basic knowledge of coping strategies, pharmacists can overcome stress to achieve their personal best.

Patients with restless legs syndrome often experience symptoms for years before receiving an accurate diagnosis. Pharmacists are in a unique position to probe patients for this condition which negatively impacts health and quality of life.