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Maximizing drug compliance in the elderly

Tips for staying on top of your patients' medication use

Kevin J. Ennis Dr Ennis and Dr Reichard were formerly assistant professors of medicine, section of general internal medicine, Temple University School of Medicine, Philadelphia. In addition, Dr Ennis was medical director, and Dr Reichard was associate medical director of the Geriatric Skilled Care Unit, Temple University Hospital. Dr Ennis is currently medical director of Geriatric Services at the Reading Rehabilitation Hospital in Reading, Pennsylvania. Dr Reichard is currently a geriatric fellow at the Philadelphia Geriatric Center in Philadelphia.
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Rita A. Reichard Dr Ennis and Dr Reichard were formerly assistant professors of medicine, section of general internal medicine, Temple University School of Medicine, Philadelphia. In addition, Dr Ennis was medical director, and Dr Reichard was associate medical director of the Geriatric Skilled Care Unit, Temple University Hospital. Dr Ennis is currently medical director of Geriatric Services at the Reading Rehabilitation Hospital in Reading, Pennsylvania. Dr Reichard is currently a geriatric fellow at the Philadelphia Geriatric Center in Philadelphia.
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Pages 211-224 | Published online: 30 Jun 2015

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