To Pill or Not to Pill: Medication in Geriatrics 

Date & Location

Thursday, November 7, 2024, 12:30 PM - 4:30 PM via Zoom

Friday, November 8, 2024, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM at Double Tree by Hilton, St. Paul East, MN

Overview

The MAGIC conference annually convenes clinicians in geriatrics to explore a wide range of topic including: Alzheimer's disease/dementia, THC/CBD, deprescribing, antipsychotic use, BEERS criteria, STOPP/START criteria, managing anxiety, delirium, behaviors (both pharmacological and non-pharmacological), MN Medication Repository Program, and other topics related to pharmacological interventions.

This course is planned and organized by the Minnesota Association of Geriatric Inspired Clinicians (MAGIC). For more information contact Heidi Holste or Robin Ronayne or visit MAGIC's webpage here.

Objectives

At the conclusion of this course, learners should be able to:

1. Describe approaches to reduce use of inappropriate medication, polypharmacy, and medication non-adherence.
2. Describe optimal use of newer medications for common geriatric conditions.
3. Explain recent Minnesota policy updates related to care of older people.
4. Identify ways to become a leader in geriatrics related to teaching, policy advocacy, or clinical practice improvement.
5. Discuss how to collaborate across platforms to address medication prescribing and usage.

Registration

Discounted registration rates are available to MAGIC members.  Become a member or renew your membership now to ensure you qualify for the discounted conference registration rates!