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Transplant Care

Specialty Pharmacy Services for Organ Transplant Care

Life after organ transplantation can be challenging for patients and their families, full of unknowns, new symptoms, and complex treatment plans. Transplant recipients are normally prescribed an array of medications, some of which must be taken several times a day while others are taken only on specific days. The transplant team may frequently adjust medications and dosages in order to achieve the maximum benefit with the least side effects. Managing such a complicated medication schedule can be confusing and difficult, especially in the first year or so after transplant. In addition, many of these medications will be taken for a lifetime, so finding a way to manage them effectively is essential. For obvious reasons, it is crucial that a transplant recipient have access to a pharmacy that specializes in transplant medications and is able to provide the necessary patient support.

At Apothecary by Design, we understand the complex schedule of medications required to support patients both before and after their transplant procedures. We understand that strict adherence to medication regimens is a key factor in avoiding organ rejection and promoting the recipient’s overall health. Perhaps most importantly, we understand how challenging it can be for providers and patients to achieve consistent adherence to a treatment protocol that can be complex and varied. Our program is designed to facilitate adherence by developing close working relationships with providers and patients and by offering a full range of services towards the shared goals of prolonged organ function, improved quality of life, and reduction of re-hospitalizations.

Our dedicated clinical staff and coordinators develop supportive relationships with patients through personalized care and a proactive approach to medication delivery. This model promotes ongoing patient education and support, closely monitors therapy adherence, and identifies problems early so they can be quickly resolved. Our efficient systems minimize waste while maintaining accuracy, and our experienced reimbursement specialists verify and coordinate benefits, thereby reducing that workload for providers. ABD’s coordination of care monitors for changes in insurance coverage and identifies options to ensure uninterrupted access to essential medications.