title: Pharmacists role in cholesterol management: addressing challenges and barriers.
abstract: Cholesterol management is an important factor in the modification of primary and secondary cardiovascular events. Guidelines emphasize incorporation of appropriate medication therapy and lifestyle adjustments to reduce low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C) for cardiovascular disease (CVD) risk reduction. Of note, studies and nation-wide statistics indicate many patients do not achieve their LDL-C goals. Eliminating barriers and challenges associated with cholesterol management will allow patients to reach prespecified goals for CVD risk reduction. As the nation transitions to covering more individuals, the need for additional health care providers is evident. Pharmacists are accessible and knowledgeable health care contributors who can assist in optimizing patient outcomes. This article discusses the pharmacist's role in addressing challenges and barriers in cholesterol management.
authors.affiliation: Mercer University, Kaiser Permanente, Atlanta, GA, USA manigault_kr@mercer.edu.
authors.forename: Kendra R
authors.initials: KR
authors.lastname: Manigault
authors.affiliation: Kaiser Permanente, Atlanta, GA, USA.
authors.forename: Kendra A
authors.initials: KA
authors.lastname: Lewis
mesh_terms: D050197:Atherosclerosis / Q000517:prevention & control; D002784:Cholesterol / Q000097:blood; D003157:Community Pharmacy Services; D004305:Dose-Response Relationship, Drug; D004347:Drug Interactions; D050171:Dyslipidemias / Q000188:drug therapy*; D017408:Guidelines as Topic; D006801:Humans; D000960:Hypolipidemic Agents / Q000008:administration & dosage / Q000009:adverse effects / Q000627:therapeutic use*; D008019:Life Style; D055118:Medication Adherence; D010595:Pharmacists; D024382:Professional Role; D012307:Risk Factors
chemical_list: D000960:Hypolipidemic Agents; D002784:Cholesterol
keywords: barriers; challenges; cholesterol; pharmacists; statins