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The Value of a Medically Integrated Pharmacy to Maximize Cost Avoidance and Reduce Waste of Oral Oncolytic Medications

Pharmacy Times

Materials and Methods Oncology-trained nurses review the charts of all specialty oncology medications that are due to be refilled. The nurses have access to the electronic medical record and perform an extensive medical records review of office notes, labs, scans, pathology, and upcoming appointments.

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Psychiatric Medication Adherence in Patients Experiencing Homelessness

Pharmacy Times

A retrospective chart review of those admitted to SMV Hospital in 1 year (July 1, 2022-June 30, 2023) was conducted to identify whether there is a difference in the medication adherence rate in patients experiencing homelessness compared with patients who are not.

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Real-World Data on Expanding Step-Up Dosing Administration of Bispecific T-Cell Engagers in the Outpatient Setting

Pharmacy Times

Traditionally administered in inpatient or observation settings due to concerns of cytokine release syndrome (CRS) and other acute toxicities, step-up dosing (SUD) regimens have emerged as a strategy to mitigate these risks.