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Overview

Polypharmacy poses serious risks for older patients, but safe deprescribing can improve outcomes. Join this session to uncover practical strategies and expert tips for optimizing medication regimens, reducing adverse events, and enhancing care. This session is perfect for healthcare professionals aiming to advance their skills in geriatric pharmacotherapy with evidence-based guidance.


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Learning Objectives

  • Describe polypharmacy and its consequences
  • Recognize high-risk medications and inappropriate prescribing
  • Outline an approach to deprescribing and useful tools for assistance
  • Identify methods for enhancing older adults’ ability to manage their own medications