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How Dental Assistants, Medical Assistants, and Pharmacy Technicians Improve Patient Education

Northwest Suburban College

Empowering patients through education is a crucial aspect of providing comprehensive, patient-centered healthcare. Effective patient education promotes understanding, encourages engagement in healthcare decisions, and fosters a stronger provider-patient relationship.

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The Medical Assistant’s Role in Patient Education

Northwest Career College

Empowering Wellness Through Knowledge For current or aspiring medical assistants, understanding the significance of patient education is critical in providing exceptional care. Understanding the Fundamentals: What is Patient Education? More recently, educating about health and wellness concepts (i.e.

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The Essential Role of Medical Assistants in Preventive Healthcare

Northwest Suburban College

Preventive healthcare has become increasingly important in recent years, as early intervention, health screenings, and lifestyle strategies play pivotal roles in promoting better patient outcomes and overall public health.

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Enhancing Patient Care: Medical Assistants’ Key Role in Preventive Healthcare

Northwest Suburban College

As part of this paradigm shift, Medical Assistants have emerged as crucial assets in promoting health and wellness, particularly in primary care settings. Today’s Medical Assistants wear many hats, working collaboratively with physicians and other medical professionals to deliver high-quality patient care in various healthcare settings.

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The Evolving Role of Pharmacy Technicians and its Impact on Patient Care

Northwest Suburban College

These professionals have experienced an expansion in their scope of practice, taking on more tasks that were once solely performed by pharmacists, such as medication administration, patient counseling, and medication therapy management. Let’s explore some key areas where the Pharmacy Technician profession is expanding.

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New Mental Health Medications

Valant

New mental health medications are often more effective, while also offering fewer and/or less severe side effects. It is important for prescribers and other mental health professionals to stay informed about the latest medications so they can share the information with colleagues and make the right decisions for patients.

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Promote Hepatitis screenings in your practice for World Hepatitis Day 

Health Prime

Promoting screenings for Hepatitis benefits medical practices by improving patient health outcomes, reducing long-term healthcare costs, ensuring compliance, and generating revenue. Medical practices play a pivotal role in raising awareness and promoting screenings to prevent the spread of this disease.