For older people and frail people, the long-term benefit of medicines reduces and the potential for harm from adverse effects increases. When the benefit–risk balance changes in this way, medicine review and optimisation are important to simplify the therapeutic regimen, reduce inappropriate medicines and minimise risks. In this article, pharmacist prescriber Linda Bryant uses two case studies to illustrate important considerations during medicine reviews
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General Practitioner
Waihopai Health Services in Invercargill have both short and long term openings for a GP Fellow or GPEP.
We offer
- competitive remuneration
- a friendly and supportive team
- no on-call
- Sessions/hours negotiable
- Medical supervision (if required)
- Cornerstone accreditation
- We are handily placed to enjoy the many recreational opportunities of Southland!
Invercargill itself is well equipped with schools, recreational facilities,and sports clubs,
while being close to all-manner of outdoor activities…including tramping, climbing, skiing, hunting, boating, fishing and diving.
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May 2025
Invercargill
Southland