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Spotlight on Evidence Synthesis Program

ESP Report: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Interventions for Deprescribing in Community Dwelling Older Adults


by Hanna Bloomfield, M.D. MPH ; Kenneth Boockvar, MD, MS ; Vivian Christensen, PhD ; Steven Dobscha, MD
Seminar date: 4/21/2020

Description: This webinar will describe the effectiveness, comparative effectiveness, and harms of deprescribing interventions tested in the outpatient setting. Primary outcomes of interest include all-cause mortality, hospitalizations, health related quality of life and falls. Intended Audience: Primary care and pharmacy professionals as well as researchers, policymakers and other stakeholders interested in de-prescription interventions.



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