Technology assessment and the drug use process

Author(s): Gourley, D. R., Brown, J. R., Gourley, G. A., Humma, L. M.

Journal/Book: Am J Manag Care. 1999; 5: 241 Forsgate Dr, Ste 102, Jamesburg, NJ 08831, USA. Amer Med Publishing, M W C Company. 220-229.

Abstract: This activity is designed for pharmacists, physicians, physician assistants, nurses, and other healthcare team members, payers for health services, and healthcare executives. OBJECTIVES Upon completion of this activity, the participant should be able to: 1. Describe the rationale behind, the development of and the advantages arising rom the formulary process, and discuss the health professionals involved in the creation of formularies. 2. Describe the impact of ne drug develop,ment and technology on the drug use process. 3. Discuss the functions of the pharmacy and therapeutics committee. 4. Describe the impact of consumers on the drug use process.

Note: Article Gourley DR, Univ Tennessee, Coll Pharm, 3 N Dunlap, Suite N201, Memphis,TN 38163 USA

Keyword(s): INTEGRATED HEALTH SYSTEMS; HUMANISTIC OUTCOMES; FORMULARIES; CARE; INFORMATION; PHARMACY; DEVELOP; MODEL

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