A COLLABORATION between Macquarie University and industry partner, Bestmed, is set to enhance medication management in aged care with the launch of its Bestmed Connect module.
The digital tool aims to improve medication safety while alleviating administrative burdens for aged care providers.
For the first time, aged care residents, their families, and carers will have real-time access to a live medication list through this system, developed by the Australian Institute of Health Innovation in partnership with Bestmed, a large electronic medication management provider.
The project, funded by the National Health and Medical Research Council Medical Research Future Fund, is spearheaded by Prof Johanna Westbrook and A/Prof Magda Raban, who emphasised the importance of translating research into practical solutions for the aged care sector.
Bestmed Connect will provide immediate notifications for any changes in medications prescribed, adjusted, or discontinued.
Additionally, the project is focusing on developing clinical decision support systems to improve antibiotic prescribing for urinary tract infections, a common issue in aged care, where less than 10% of prescriptions align with standard guidelines.
These advancements aim to ensure higher-quality care for aged care residents and help providers meet the standards set by the Aged Care Quality and Safety Commission. JG
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