In recent years, the field of artificial intelligence (AI) has made remarkable strides in transforming industries and reshaping the way we live and work. From self-driving cars to virtual assistants, AI’s impact is undeniable. However, when it comes to the complex and crucial domain of healthcare, particularly regarding patient care and medication management, the role of the human pharmacist remains …
Remote Patient Monitoring Makes Healthcare Accessible
The landscape of healthcare is rapidly evolving, driven by technological advancements that are changing the way patients receive medical care. One of the most transformative innovations in recent years is remote patient monitoring (RPM), a technology that holds the power to make healthcare more accessible. By allowing healthcare providers to remotely monitor patients’ health conditions and vital signs, RPM is …
Leveraging Digital Tools to Foster Patient Communication and Boost Adherence
Patient adherence to treatment remains a critical challenge in healthcare, impacting outcomes, disease management, and overall patient well-being. Research has shown that only about 50% of patients adhere to their prescribed treatments, particularly for chronic conditions. leading to adverse effects, disease exacerbation, and increased healthcare costs. The World Health Organization proposes that a major factor affecting adherence is the provider-patient …
The Possibility of Remote Patient Management Is Real
Today, the world is filled with technology that was once considered only possible in the movies. No one imagined cars could be charged from our homes, or music could be listened to on our phones; or that one day doctor’s appointments could take place on a computer. But the “impossible” is happening now. The 21st century has been called the …
Technology is Transforming Care for Older Adults
People are living longer today than ever before. In 2019, 54.1 million US adults ages 65 or older represented 16% of the population. By 2040, the number of older adults is expected to reach 80.8 million.1 As the global population continues to age, the healthcare industry faces the challenge of providing efficient and effective care, specifically around drug therapy management. …
Digital Pharmacies Meet the Demand for Personalized Care
As the world of healthcare advances due to innovations in technology, more and more consumers are turning to the internet for healthcare information, guidance, and even access to prescription drugs. Digital pharmacies, also known as online pharmacies or e-pharmacies, have evolved over the past several decades and are revolutionizing the way patients receive and manage their medications. For many consumers, …
Reflections from Asembia 2023
Considered one of the most anticipated events in the healthcare industry, Asembia’s Specialty Pharmacy Summit draws thousands of the nation’s leading pharmacy and pharmaceutical industry decision-makers to its annual conference. Each year, stakeholders from around the country gather to share new ideas, understand challenges, and define the future of healthcare with meaningful, innovative solutions for patients. And this year’s AXS23 …
Tech Companies are Disrupting the Healthcare Industry
Big consumer-driven companies are making their way into the healthcare space and looking to capture a piece of the $4.1 trillion Americans spend on healthcare each year. Two companies on the top of that list are consumer favorites: Apple and Amazon – and they’re working towards rewriting the rules on how we manage our health today. With its ever-growing arsenal …
Technology Empowers Caregivers
When we think about some of the challenges in healthcare, we most often think of the rising cost of prescription drugs, healthcare access and the patient experience. But one important topic that rarely comes to mind is the challenges faced by the patient’s caregiver. Today one in five Americans—about 53 million people – is a family caregiver.1 In the wake …
Moving to a Patient-Centric Pharmacy
When choosing a pharmacy to fill prescriptions, most patients have been conditioned to look for low out-of-pocket costs and convenience. Finding a retail pharmacy close to home and making sure drugs are affordable are key factors in the decision-making process. Nonetheless, payors have dictated these decisions for years. Payor designated in-network pharmacies and preferred drug formularies determine which pharmacy a …
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