Category Archives: pharmacy

Pharmacy residency program grows to meet demand

Posted on December 6, 2012 by Amber Smith

Recognizing the value that pharmacists add in managing drug therapies, especially in academic medical centers like Upstate Medical University, has led to changes in pharmacy education and highlighted the need for advanced patient care training. Upstate University Hospital serves as … Continue reading →

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Upstate celebrates Pharmacy Week

Posted on October 22, 2012 by Amber Smith

By Darcy DiBiase Upstate Medical University celebrates Pharmacy Week October 22-26. Representatives will be available to hand out information to patients and visitors to help keep track of current medications and how to take medications correctly. They will also have … Continue reading →

Here’s a safe way to dispose of unwanted prescription drugs

Posted on September 24, 2012 by Amber Smith

The Drug Enforcement Administration has scheduled a National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day this Saturday, Sept. 29. Upstate’s University Police Force has been designated to host a take-back site from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. during the Fall Festival at Upstate’s … Continue reading →

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Most pediatric, some adult cancer patients enroll in clinical trials

Posted on April 3, 2012 by Amber Smith

Some feel as if they have nothing to lose. Some are determined to contribute to scientific knowledge. Some want access to promising, although unproven, new therapies. For a variety of reasons, almost all of Upstate’s pediatric cancer patients and roughly … Continue reading →

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Lessons from Upstate: Non-steroidal anti-inflammatories have risks

Posted on March 20, 2012 by Amber Smith

A 46-year-old woman with chronic back pain was swallowing 200 mg of naproxen twice a day – for 20 years. She came to Upstate’s emergency room with abdominal pain, nausea and vomiting. During surgery, doctors located multiple ulcers and scars … Continue reading →

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