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Thursday, August 15, 2024
1:00 – 2:00 p.m. via Zoom
Older adults are more likely than any other age group to take multiple prescription medications. One study showed that 83% of adults ages 60-79 took at least one prescription drug and 34% of adults ages 60-79 took at least five different prescription drugs within the past 30 days. Polypharmacy, or the regular use of five or more medications, can significantly impact their quality of life. Join Keiro and our guest speakers to learn more about:
- Polypharmacy, and its potential causes and impact on older adults
- Medication reconciliation as a tool to address polypharmacy
- Tips for becoming a stronger advocate for yourself and your loved ones
Speaker
Mark Umekubo, PharmD
Retired Clinical Pharmacy Manager, Little Company of Mary Medical Center Torrance
Dr. Umekubo was born and raised in the South Bay. He earned a Doctor of Pharmacy from the University of Southern California and completed a postdoctoral residency at the VA Medical Center with Los Angeles County Medical Center. Dr. Umekubo spent over 30 years at Providence Little Company of Mary Medical Center Torrance, where he served as the Clinical Pharmacy Manager and Director of the Pharmacy Residency and Internship programs. He retired in 2022 and is now enjoying time with his wife, adult children, and two granddaughters.