Patient profile: 84 years (M), multiple chronic conditions, 10 prescription medications and other supplements, herbal products. 

Concern areas: Medications needed to be discontinued, Patient was also taking over-the-counter contraindicating medications 

Resolution: Mednovate Connect clinician, contacted her PCP and inappropriate medications/supplements were discontinued 

Testimonial:  “I am grateful that several of my medications/supplements were discontinued and the dose of one medication lowered. I take so many medications, it felt good to have these adjustments made. I never thought about asking my physician about medication changes, like discontinuing medication or reducing the dose. Thank you.”

Patient profile: 85 years (M), multiple chronic conditions 

Concern areas: Non-compliance (Empty outdated prescription bottles, Self-medication with herbals and supplements)  

Resolution: Mednovate Connect clinician, helped the patient understand how other supplements might be impacted his health. The patient was instructed to purchase a blood pressure monitor, and with his permission, the PCP office was informed about the non-compliance 

Testimonial:  “I realize I do need to observe whether the medications I am taking is doing what it is supposed to do. Also, I didn’t realize that certain ingredients in my herbal products could be aggravating my health conditions. I will begin taking my medications as prescribed and monitor the things that I can. No one ever spent this much time giving me information about the medication I take.  I appreciate the time and information very much.” 

Patient profile: 81 years (F), multiple number of medications 

Concern areas: High number of medications, Patient expressed lack of information about her medications 

Resolution: Mednovate Connect clinician, explained to the patient about her medical conditions, and how her medications worked to improve her health. Also, the clinician gave the patient a few tips for conversing with her doctor 

Testimonial:  “I had the best doctor’s visit that I ever had and felt empowered about my own health. I told my doctor how some of the medications made me feel and asked about opportunities to lower the dose or reduce the number of medications that I take. My doctor lowered the dose of one of my medications. I feel more comfortable about my visits with my doctor. Thank you.”