The Benefits of eConsults: Literature Review
Electronic consults, or “eConsults” are asynchronous communications that empower primary care physicians with expert guidance and a present a platform…
Discontinuation of Antidepressants
Antidepressants are among the most commonly prescribed medications in the United States and indicated for multiple conditions. Abruptly discontinuing or decreasing the dose of antidepressants can lead to discontinuation symptoms.
Care teams and patients may decide to stop the medication due to:
- side effects
- remission of symptoms
- patient’s preference
- lack of therapeutic response
- limited knowledge about the risks associated with it
More insight
This month’s Clinical Pearl features a helpful two-page guide for primary care teams on discontinuing antidepressants. View and download the Clinical Pearl:
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eConsults Solve Senior Access Challenges
Life with multiple chronic conditions is on the rise, particularly for senior patients on Medicare or Medicaid. As healthcare needs…
Reducing Healthcare Costs Through eConsults and Assessing Your ROI
Over the past decade, eConsults between primary care providers and specialists have proven to enhance care quality and access. Equally…
