Melinda J. Throm, PharmD, BCPS

Pharmacists in all health care settings play an important role in the prevention and treatment of diabetic neuropathy.

Pharmacists can use sound advice and practical foot care tips to help patients avert dangerous foot infections.

Urinary tract infections are more common in women, and it is the pharmacist's role to implement and manage the antimicrobial treatment, providing counseling on dosing, administration, duration of therapy, and adverse effects.

Safe, effective off-label prescribing begins with an understanding of clinical and legal implications of such actions.