Managing medications at home through pharmacy telehealth visits
Official title: Effect of Medication Management at Home via Pharmacy Home Televisits
Funded at James J Peters VA Medical Center · NIH-11113791 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at how virtual check-ins with pharmacists can help older adults who take multiple medications stay safe and healthy by making sure their prescriptions work well together and that they understand how to take them properly.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | James J Peters VA Medical Center NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Bronx, United States) |
| Project start | May 1, 2020 |
| Project end | September 30, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| NIH project number | 5I01HX002826-06 |
| Project ID | NIH-11113791 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are older adults who are managing multiple chronic conditions and taking multiple medications.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not taking multiple medications or do not have chronic conditions may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on improving medication management for older adults with multiple chronic conditions by utilizing telehealth visits with clinical pharmacists. The approach aims to address the complexities of medication regimens, including potential drug interactions and non-adherence, which can lead to adverse effects. By conducting virtual consultations, pharmacists can review patients' medications, provide education, and ensure appropriate medication use, ultimately enhancing patient safety and health outcomes.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve medication adherence and reduce adverse drug events among older adults.
How similar studies have gone: Previous studies have shown that clinical pharmacist-led interventions can effectively reduce adverse drug events in older adults, suggesting a promising approach for this telehealth initiative.
Where this research is happening
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James J Peters VA Medical Center
Bronx, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Hung, William W.,mph, Md — James J Peters VA Medical Center
- Study coordinator: Hung, William W.,mph, Md
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page.