Journal of Interventional and General Cardiology

Department of Oncology Surgery, University of New York, New York, USA

Publications

• Mini Review   
  Addressing Medication Non-adherence in Rheumatology Oncology and Cardiology: Reviewing Risk Factors and Interventions
  Author(s): Nicholas Teman*
  
  Medication non-adherence poses a significant challenge across various medical specialties, including rheumatology, oncology, and cardiology, compromising treatment efficacy and patient outcomes. This review synthesizes current literature to elucidate risk factors contributing to medication non-adherence in these fields and assesses interventions aimed at mitigating this issue. Common risk factors identified include complex medication regimens, financial constraints, cognitive impairment, psychological factors, and lack of social support. Interventions to improve adherence encompass multifaceted approaches, including patient education, medication simplification, technological aids (e.g., reminders, smartphone applications), behavioural interventions, and healthcare system enhancements (e.g., pharmacist-led interventions, collaborative care models). Tailored inte.. Read More»
  DOI: 10.37421/2684-4591.2024.8.227

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