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Improving Remission Rates in Patients With Major Depressive Disorder

09/24/2015

Jill Sederstrom

Certain factors have been shown to lead to better outcomes

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09/24/2015

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Why It Takes a Village to Help Diabetes Patients Achieve Multiple Treatment Goals

09/24/2015

Jill Sederstrom

Fewer complications occur when patients with diabetes have simultaneous control of A1c values, blood pressure (BP), and low-density lipoprotein (LDL). According to a session at CRS, it is possible to achieve all 3 aims in a primary care...

Fewer complications occur when...

09/24/2015

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09/24/2015

Mary Beth Nierengarten

Europe and other countries lead the US in bringing biosimilars to market, according to Steven Miller, MD, vice president, chief medical officer, Express Scripts.

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09/24/2015

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Trials of Incretin Drugs Examine Cardiovascular Risk

09/24/2015

Eileen Koutnik-Fotopoulos

Outcomes from 2 major cardiovascular (CV) trials of the DPP-4 inhibitor sitagliptin and the glucagon- GLP-1 receptor agonist lixisenatide were presented at the ADA meeting.

Outcomes from 2 major...

09/24/2015

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Emerging Trends in Insulin Therapy

09/24/2015

Eileen Koutnik-Fotopoulos

Many individuals with diabetes have suboptimal HbA1c control. Adding more than 2 to 3 oral medications may not achieve glycemic targets, and adherence is not always optimal.

Many individuals with diabetes...

09/24/2015

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More Guidance Needed on Mental Health Aspects of Diabetes

09/08/2015

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Boston, MA—Individuals with diabetes are more than twice as likely to face depression or varying degrees of mental health issues as individuals without the disease. Data from the World Health Organization (WHO) shows that mental health...

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09/08/2015

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Strategies to Reduce Avoidable Hospitalization Among the Elderly

09/24/2015

Eileen Koutnik-Fotopoulos

Nursing home residents often experience avoidable inpatient hospitalizations.

Nursing home residents often...

09/24/2015

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Comorbidities of Psoriatic Disease

09/24/2015

Mary Mihalovic

Psoriatic disease is now understood to be a systemic condition with a link to cardiometabolic risk as well as other comorbidities, including some types of cancers.

Psoriatic disease is now...

09/24/2015

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Translating Trial Results Into Real-World Practice in IMIDs

09/24/2015

Mary Mihalovic

How do findings from clinical trials differ from actual clinical practice in the treatment of immune-mediated inflammatory diseases (IMIDs)? And what are the implications? Three experts answered those questions during a presentation from IAS.

How do findings from clinical...

09/24/2015

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Tips for Alleviating the Psychosocial Issues of Psoriasis

09/24/2015

Richard G. Fried, MD, PhD

Both clinicians and patients living with psoriasis know that this chronic and capricious disease can have deleterious effects on the psyche.

Both clinicians and patients...

09/24/2015

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Managing Chronic Kidney Disease in Older Adults

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Eileen Koutnik-Fotopoulos

Chronic kidney disease is pervasive in the older population. The progression of CKD can have a significant affect on the overall prognosis of a geriatric patient.

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US Government Proposes More Transparency in Clinical Trials

11/19/2014

Health officials proposed significantly expanding what researchers are required to report about clinical trials of drugs, devices, and other interventions.

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11/19/2014

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Device Could Reduce Direct Medical Costs For Patients with COPD

11/15/2017

Recent research in the International Journal of COPD found that a handheld mechanical oscillating positive expiratory pressure device could significantly improve post-exacerbation care.

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Evolving Health Care Contact Centers Into Drivers of Value-Based Care

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Discover how health care contact centers can transform into drivers of value-based care through AI, automation, upskilling agents, and rethinking workflows and metrics to improve patient outcomes and population health.

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07/31/2024

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Enhancing Patient Medication Adherence: Insights and Strategies From Asembia 2024

06/11/2024

Lucille Accetta, PharmD, MBA, MSPH, Senior Vice President of CVS Specialty Operations

Key stakeholders in the health care industry gathered to discuss prevalent topics at this year's Asembia annual summit. Medication adherence emerged as one of the most talked-about issues. In a session led by Lucille Accetta, PharmD, MBA,...

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06/11/2024

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Melissa Andel, Principal, CommonHealth Solutions, LLC

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Navigating the Impact of the Inflation Reduction Act: Implications for Payers, Patients, and Manufacturers

05/24/2024

Melissa Andel, Principal, CommonHealth Solutions, LLC

Learn about the impacts of the Inflation Reduction Act on payers and patients, highlighting the changes in Medicare benefits and drug coverage coming in 2025 and 2026.

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05/24/2024

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Navigating Payment Models in the CGT Landscape: Insights and Innovations

05/21/2024

Joe DePinto, Head of Cell, Gene, and Advanced Therapies, McKesson

An expert discusses the evolution and challenges of payment models in the cell and gene therapy (CGT) space reviewed during his session at Asembia 2024.

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05/21/2024

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Jennifer L. Mathieu Senior Vice President, Professional and Government Affairs at AMCP

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Unlocking the Future of Managed Care Pharmacy: A Deep Dive into Federal Legislation and Regulations

05/15/2024

Jennifer L. Mathieu Senior Vice President, Professional and Government Affairs, AMCP

Learn about developments in federal legislation and regulations within the pharmacy landscape shaping the future of managed care in an interview with a session presenter from AMCP 2024.

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05/15/2024

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Personalizing Weight Loss Management With GLP-1 Agonists

04/05/2024

Featuring Tejaswi Kompala, MD, head of cardiometabolic clinical strategy, Teladoc

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Delve into the rising demand for anti-obesity medications, the complexities of obesity management, and the importance of personalized approaches in improving cardiometabolic health in this insightful interview.

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04/05/2024

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Integrating Behavioral Health Services to Reduce ED Visits: Substance Use Disorder and Social Determinants of Health

03/27/2024

Featuring Tom Zaubler, MD, MPH, CMO at NeuroFlow

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Join us for the continuation of an engaging two-part series showcasing an expert dedicated to reducing emergency department visits through the integration of behavioral health practices. Dr Zaubler will share invaluable insights into...

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Integrating Behavioral Health Services to Reduce ED Visits: Suicide Prevention and Preemptive Primary Care

03/25/2024

Featuring Tom Zaubler, MD, MPH, CMO at NeuroFlow

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Come join us for the first installment of a captivating two-part series featuring an expert committed to minimizing emergency department visits through the implementation of behavioral health integrations. Dr Zaubler will offer valuable...

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03/25/2024

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Navigating the Evolution of Digital Solutions in Health Care

02/27/2024

Featuring Yash Prajapati, consultant at ZS Associates

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Join us in exploring the challenges and opportunities in the development, approval, and integration of digital therapeutic solutions with ZS Associates consultant Yash Prajapati.

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02/27/2024

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Advancements and Challenges in Diabetes Management

02/27/2024

Featuring Mansur Shomali, MD, chief medical officer at Welldoc, endocrinologist at MedStar Health

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Learn about the state of digital therapeutics for disease management such as diabetes care in terms of cost, outcomes, integration, and more with Dr Mansur Shomali, CMO at Welldoc.

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