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Exploring the Essential Features of “Kelly Sklanka – Orthopedic Pharmacology and Perioperative Management”
Speaker: Kelly Sklanka, PharmD
Duration: 2 Hours 09 Minutes
Format: Audio and Video
Copyright: May 21, 2024
Media Type: Digital Seminar
Description
You will deepen your understanding and proficiency in prescribing a wide array of medications tailored for patients with orthopedic injuries and conditions. The focus will be on a holistic approach to orthopedic pharmacotherapy, encompassing the use of corticosteroids, both oral and injectable, alongside an exploration of other innovative injection therapies. You will also delve into the world of antirheumatic medications, understanding their role in managing autoimmune and inflammatory components of orthopedic diseases.
The session will also shed light on the strategic use of antidepressants and antiepileptics in the context of orthopedic pain management, highlighting their dual role in addressing chronic pain and enhancing quality of life. Over-the-counter medication strategies will also be examined for their accessibility and efficacy in providing symptomatic relief. Finally, perioperative management will be discussed, equipping attendees with the knowledge to optimize medication regimens before orthopedic surgical procedures to improve outcomes and ensure patient safety. Through interactive lecture-based content, case studies, and evidence-based reviews, this session promises to empower healthcare professionals with the tools and confidence needed to navigate the complex landscape of orthopedic prescribing.
Speaker
Kelly Sklanka, PharmD, received her Doctor of Pharmacy degree from the Wilkes University Nesbitt School of Pharmacy in Wilkes-Barre, PA. She is currently an assistant professor in the Department of Pharmacy Practice at the Wilkes University Nesbitt School of Pharmacy. Additionally, Dr. Sklanka operates a clinical practice site at Geisinger Health System’s Centralized Clinical Pharmacy Services (CCPS) department, a clinical telepharmacy, focused on Medication Therapy Management (MTM). In these roles, she is responsible for providing quality patient care through completion of Comprehensive Medication Reviews (CMRs) and serving pharmacy students through didactic and experiential education.
Previously, Kelly worked as an ambulatory care clinical pharmacist, specializing in primary care. Throughout her time in primary care, she served as a drug information expert, often assisting primary care providers and advanced practitioners in the selection of appropriate medication treatments for a variety of conditions, including migraines.
Speaker Disclosures:
Financial: Kelly Sklanka has employment relationships with Wilkes University and Geisinger Health. She receives a speaking honorarium from PESI, Inc. She has no relevant financial relationships with ineligible organizations.
Non-financial: Kelly Sklanka is a member of the American Pharmacists Associations, the Pennsylvania Pharmacists Association, the American Association of Colleges of Pharmacy, and the American Society of Health-System Pharmacists.
Objectives
- Evaluate the role and use of corticosteroids, injections, and other pain alternatives in treating orthopedic pain.
- Analyze the current guidelines and literature to support decision making process in medication selection.
- Incorporate perioperative management recommendations for common orthopedic procedures.
- Design a treatment plan for various patient encounters related to orthopedic injuries and perioperative management.
Outline
Mastering Orthopedic Pain Management Medications (Non-Opioids)
- Corticosteroids (oral and injectable)
- Other injection options
- DMARDS
- Antidepressants
- Antiepileptics
- Over-the-counter medications
The Potion for Motion: Appropriate Medication Selection
- Specific considerations for appropriate selection of alternatives to common pain medications
- Shared decision making and counseling on potential side effects and interactions
- Review strategies for encouraging patient adherence
Operation Preparation: Perioperative Recommendations
- Medication guidelines and classes that are often held prior to orthopedic procedures
- Specific recommendations and considerations for length of pause
Application
- Create treatment plans for patient cases related to orthopedic pain management
- Provide recommendations for perioperative management
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