Pharmacogenomics Testing Services
Discover how genetic testing can optimize your medication regimen and improve your overall health.
What is Pharmacogenomics Testing?
Pharmacogenomics testing, also known as PGx testing, is a cutting-edge genetic analysis that evaluates how your unique genetic makeup influences your response to medications. By understanding your genetic profile, we can customize your drug therapy for better results and fewer side effects.
Benefits of PGx Testing
Personalized Medication Plans
PGx testing tailors your medication regimen to your unique genetic makeup, ensuring you receive treatments that are most effective for you, minimizing side effects.
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Enhanced Medication Safety
PGx identifies medications that could pose risks based on your genetic predispositions, helping healthcare providers make safer prescribing decisions.
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Optimized Treatment Outcomes
With PGx-guided therapy, you're more likely to achieve the desired treatment outcomes, whether it's managing chronic conditions or improving overall health.
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Reduced Healthcare Costs
PGx testing can lead to cost savings by preventing adverse drug reactions, hospitalizations, and unnecessary medication trials, streamlining your healthcare journey.
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At The Deprescribing Clinic, we offer state-of-the-art PGx testing services. Dr. Tamara Ruggles will guide you through the process and help you unlock the full potential of personalized medicine. With PGx testing, you can expect reduced side effects, optimized treatment, and a safer, more effective medication approach.
How Does PGx Testing Work
Initial Interview
Genetic Testing
Pharmacogenomics Guidance
Begin with a comprehensive meeting with Dr. Tamara Ruggles. You will go over your health history, current medications, potential side effects, and your health goals.
A pharmacogenomic test will be collected using a simple cheek swab.
Leveraging PGx insights and your health objectives, we will formulate a Pharmacogenomics action plan. This plan aims to optimize medications and mitigate the risk of long-term complications, such as cognitive decline, side effects, falls, and hospitalizations.
Get Started Today
Ready to experience the benefits of pharmacogenomics testing? Contact us to schedule your PGx testing appointment and take the first step toward a personalized and more effective medication plan
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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.