Empowering Your Health Through Expert Pharmacy Consultation

At Sheridan Medical Group, we believe that a clear understanding of your medications is essential for your overall health and well-being. In collaboration with the esteemed SUNY at Buffalo School of Pharmacy, we offer comprehensive Pharmacy Consultation services designed to empower you with the knowledge and support you need to manage your medications effectively and optimize your health outcomes. Our dedicated pharmacy professionals work closely with your primary care provider and medical home team to provide personalized guidance and address all your medication-related concerns.

Here's how our Pharmacy Consultation services can benefit you:

• Comprehensive Medication Review and Medication Therapy Management: Our pharmacists conduct thorough reviews of all your medications, including prescription drugs, over-the-counter remedies, herbal supplements, and vitamins. This comprehensive approach allows us to:
  
  
  • Identify potential medication interactions: We carefully evaluate how different substances you are taking might interact with each other, ensuring your safety and the effectiveness of your treatments.
  • Assess for unnecessary medication therapies: We can help identify if any medications may no longer be necessary or if there are more streamlined approaches to your treatment plan.
  • Recognize health conditions that may require treatment: During our review, we may identify potential health concerns that could benefit from medication therapy or adjustments to your current regimen.
    
    
• Device Counseling: Mastering Your Medical Devices: Proper use of medical devices is critical for managing certain health conditions. Our pharmacists provide clear and practical education on the correct operation and maintenance of devices such as:
  
  
  • Inhalers for asthma and COPD
  • Insulin pens and glucometers for diabetes management
  • Epi-pens for severe allergic reactions
  • And other essential medical devices
    
    
• Prescription Medication Counseling: Understanding Your Treatments: We believe you should have a complete understanding of the medications you are taking. Our pharmacists offer detailed counseling on:
  
  
  • How to properly take your medications, including dosage, timing, and administration techniques.
  • Common and potential adverse effects to watch out for.
  • Important monitoring parameters and what they mean for your health.
    
    
• Medication Interactions: Ensuring Safe and Effective Combinations: Understanding and avoiding harmful medication interactions is paramount. Our pharmacy team provides:
  
  
  • Evaluation for potential interactions between your medications.
  • Clear guidance on how to take your medications to minimize the risk of interactions.
  • Specific instructions regarding medications and foods to avoid while taking certain prescriptions and over-the-counter drugs.
    
    
• General Medication and Health Inquiries: Your Trusted Resource: Our pharmacists are available to answer your questions and provide expert advice on a wide range of topics, including:
  
  
  • On-site or over-the-phone consultations regarding your new and existing medications.
  • Suggestions for new or alternative medication therapies based on the latest evidence.
  • Evaluation of potential adverse effects you may be experiencing.
  • General inquiries related to medications and your overall health and wellness.
    
    

Connect with Our Pharmacy Experts

If you have any questions or require assistance with your medications, please don't hesitate to reach out. Talk with your primary care provider and/or your medical home team, or call our office at 716-332-4476 to learn more about our Pharmacy Consultation services.

You can also contact our dedicated Pharmacy Department directly at extensions 329 and 341. We are here to support you in managing your medications safely and effectively, contributing to your overall health and well-being.