Pharmacist checkup after hospital stay may cut return trips

NCT ID NCT04071951

First seen Jan 11, 2026 · Last updated May 13, 2026 · Updated 29 times

Summary

This study tests whether a pharmacist-led medication review before and after hospital discharge can reduce the number of patients who need to return to the hospital or visit the ER within 30 days. It involves over 6,000 older adults (55+) who take many medications or specific high-risk drugs. The goal is to improve medication safety and adherence to prevent complications.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Brigham and Women's Hospital

    Boston, Massachusetts, 02115, United States

  • Cedars-Sinai Medical Center

    Los Angeles, California, 90048, United States

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