Pharmacogenomics (PGx) testing + Medication Optimization
Learn how our experts can fine-tune your medication regimen for better health and well-being.
What is Medication Optimization?
Medication Optimization involves a comprehensive review and adjustment of your medication regimen to ensure you're receiving the most effective treatment while minimizing risks and side effects.
Benefits of Medication Optimization
Personalized Treatment
Plans
Medication Optimization tailors your treatment plan to your unique needs and genetic makeup, ensuring that the medications prescribed are the most effective for you.
Reduced
Side
Effects
By optimizing your medication regimen, we can minimize or eliminate the risk of adverse side effects.
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Improved Medication Adherence
Medication Optimization helps simplify your medication regimen, making it easier to follow, which can lead to better adherence and treatment outcomes.
Enhanced
Health
Outcomes
With medications optimized for your individual requirements, you're more likely to achieve better health outcomes and a higher quality of life.
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Reduced
Healthcare
Costs
Medication optimization can help to reduce healthcare costs by avoiding unnecessary medications, reducing the risk of side effects, and improving patient outcomes. This can lead to lower hospitalization rates, fewer emergency room visits, and reduced long-term care costs.
Why
Choose
Our PGx
testing + Medication Optimization Services?
At The Deprescribing Clinic, we specialize in medication optimization. Dr. Tamara Ruggles is dedicated to helping you achieve better health by tailoring your treatment plan to your unique needs and goals.
How Does Medication Optimization Work
Initial Interview
Genetic Profiling
Personalized Medication Plan
You will meet with Dr. Tamara Ruggles to discuss your current medication regimen and health goals.
A simple cheek swab will be collected to find the medications that will work best for you while causing the fewest side effects.
You will receive a personalized medication plan to take to your provider which focuses on medication optimization and achieving your health goals.
Get Started Today
Ready to optimize your medication regimen and enhance your health? Contact us to schedule a medication optimization consultation and embark on a path to improved well-being.
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Dr. Tamara Ruggles is a Board Certified Geriatric Pharmacist with over a decade of experience as a consultant pharmacist in nursing homes. She brings extensive expertise in geriatrics, deprescribing, and pharmacogenomics to the course. Dr. Ruggles has a passion for improving medication services for older adults, inspired by her work in nursing homes, and is dedicated to extending this knowledge to benefit the wider community. Dr. Ruggles looks forward to supporting your learning journey.