Geriatric Medication Management for Professional Referrals
A Specialized Resource for the Healthcare Community
Welcome to the professional network for The Grandparents Pharmacist.
In a healthcare system often strained by complexity and time constraints, the medication needs of older adults and their caregivers frequently fall through the cracks. We exist to be a dedicated, specialized resource for you and your clients—a partner who can manage the intricacies of medication regimens so you can focus on the other critical aspects of your practice.
We understand that you are often the first point of contact for families dealing with a new diagnosis, a hospital discharge, or simply the overwhelming task of managing a loved one's health.
We are here to help bridge the gap between doctor's orders and daily life, ensuring continuity of care and peace of mind for both you and your clients.
What a Referral Looks Like
Our Services:
When you refer a client to The Grandparents Pharmacist, they receive more than just a medication list. They get a comprehensive, personalized service designed to simplify their lives and improve health outcomes.
- Comprehensive Medication Review: We conduct a thorough review of all medications—prescription, over-the-counter, and supplements—to identify potential drug interactions, side effects, and unnecessary medications. Our goal is to simplify and optimize their regimen for safety and effectiveness.
- Deprescribing Consultation: We work with the client's healthcare team to safely and effectively reduce the number of medications when appropriate. This "less is more" approach can significantly reduce the risk of falls, cognitive impairment, and other adverse events.
- Proactive Care Planning: We help families develop a clear medication plan for specific situations, such as hospital discharge, travel, or changes in their loved one's health status.
- Liaison Services: We act as a professional bridge between caregivers, physicians, and other healthcare providers to ensure that everyone is on the same page regarding the client's medication needs.
A Partnership for Your Practice
A Pharmacist on Call
In addition to client-level referrals, we offer a dedicated, fee-for-service partnership to your professional practice. This service provides you with direct, on-demand access to a geriatric clinical pharmacist for complex patient cases. This offering can be either:
- Patient-Facing: We provide consultations directly to your clients, handling their medication questions and concerns, and freeing up your staff's time.
- Provider-Facing: We serve as a direct resource for you and your team, providing expert consultation on difficult medication regimens or complex drug interaction questions.
This service is billed on a fee-for-service basis, structured to accommodate your practice's volume. A referral fee is provided for each patient who signs up for this service.
Grounded in Research and Experience
Our Credibility:
The advice and services provided by The Grandparents Pharmacist are not based on opinion; they are grounded in extensive academic and clinical experience.
Our founder has a deep body of research dedicated to the most critical issues facing geriatric patients.
- Polypharmacy and Medication Safety: Dr. Lee has conducted and published research on the risks of polypharmacy and its connection to adverse events like falls and hospital readmission rates.
- Frailty and Chronic Disease: His work has explored the complex relationship between medication use, chronic disease management, and geriatric syndromes like frailty and delirium.
- Real-World Patient Care: His research on topics such as hospice care and the feasibility of student-led fall prevention programs demonstrates a commitment to practical, patient-focused solutions.
By referring a client to us, you are entrusting them to an expert who has dedicated their career to solving the very problems that your clients are facing.
The Referral Process:
Simple and Seamless
We aim to make the referral process as simple as possible for you and your staff.
- Contact Us: You can direct a client to our website or, for a more direct connection, you or your staff can simply email us at info@grandparentspharmacist.com.
- Client Intake: We will schedule a brief, no-obligation introductory call with your client or their caregiver to understand their needs and explain our services.
- Collaborative Care: We keep you informed of our progress (with the client's permission) and collaborate with you and the rest of the healthcare team to ensure a cohesive care plan.
By partnering with The Grandparents Pharmacist, you are not just offering a referral; you are providing a valuable, expert resource that will save your clients time, reduce their stress, and improve their quality of life.
We look forward to becoming a trusted member of your professional network.
Longstanding Member of Geriatric Organizations:
