This session of CareOregon Pharmacy’s MEDS Ed program for health care professionals focuses on treating hypertension, providing a multidisciplinary approach to effectively treating this complex disease state.
Content from Jose Rueda, from OHSU's Comprehensive Hypertension Center, reviews hypertension treatment trials and evidence-based guidelines, as well as causes of secondary hypertension.
Content from Pharmacist Christopher Blem, from Legacy Health Systems, focuses on medications and how they work, as well as ways to improve adherence.
Content from Dietician Julia Hanfling, from 3 Peaches Nutrition and Diabetes Coaching, explores who is at risk for hypertension, the role of sodium in high blood pressure, three main dietary recommendations and the importance of lifestyle factors.
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Featured speakers:
- Jose Rueda, MD: Director Comprehensive Hypertension Clinic, Division of Nephrology and Hypertension, OHSU
- Chris Blem, PharmD, BCACP: Legacy Medical Group, Emanuel
- Julia Hanfling, RD, CDE: 3 Peaches Nutrition and Diabetes Coaching