Friday, May 1, 2026

3:30 PM - 4:15 PM

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Overview

Tory Warner - Lead Clinical Pharmacist Cardiology | Alfred Health

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Polypharmacy is an increasing reality for patients with comorbidities such as diabetes and heart failure. This grand rounds-style session presents a real-world case that highlights the clinical, therapeutic and communication challenges faced by pharmacists supporting patients with multiple comorbidities. Following a patient presentation from start to finish, participants will explore how to identify medicine-related problems, prioritise interventions and collaborate with prescribers to optimise therapy. The session will demonstrate how pharmacists can balance evidence-based care with practical decision-making to improve outcomes for patients with complex treatment regimens. Learning objectives: • Discuss comorbidities and the challenges of polypharmacy. • Describe considerations when applying clinical reasoning in complex cases. • Recognise communication strategies that support collaborative care. Competency standards (2016): 1.2, 2.3, 3.1, 3.5

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