title: Improving adherence--sharing experiences.
abstract: Nonadherence is a significant concern for practitioners. Adherence rates have been estimated at 50%, demonstrating the need for information regarding interventions to improve adherence. Patient education through creative analogies or stories may help overcome barriers related to patient misconceptions. There is a need for individual clinicians to have a forum for sharing successful strategies used in patient adherence on an individual level. An electronic column for clinicians to share innovative approaches may fill this need.
authors.forename: Jill S
authors.initials: JS
authors.lastname: Burkiewicz
authors.forename: Kathy E
authors.initials: KE
authors.lastname: Fit
mesh_terms: D003299:Cooperative Behavior; D004358:Drug Therapy; D006801:Humans; D010349:Patient Compliance; D010353:Patient Education as Topic; D010595:Pharmacists