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Embrace Medication Telehealth IIAdvancing medication adherence through pharmacist expertise, education, and digital health innovation

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Taking medications as prescribed is one of the most important steps you can take to maintain your health. The Embrace Medication Telehealth II Study is evaluating how a digital health app combined with medication education can help older adults manage their medications more effectively.

Join our research study at The University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB) to learn how technology and pharmacist support can improve medication adherence and help you take control of your health.

Creaque Charles Tyler, PharmD, BCGP, Associate Professor of Pharmacy Practice, Texas Southern University, and UTMB Pepper Center REC Scholar is the Principal Investigator of this study.  

Contact Us

Interested in Participating?

Abigail Cristocea
Research Coordinator
Sealy Center on Aging
Phone: (409) 266-7008
Email: alcristo@utmb.edu

Thanks for your interest in our study.

Why Medication Adherence Matters 

Many adults age 55 and older take five or more medications to manage multiple health conditions.

Taking medications on time helps ensure you receive the correct and consistent dose needed for treatment. Missing doses or taking medications at the wrong time can lead to:

  • Unwanted side effects
  • Worsening health conditions
  • Emergency room visits
  • Hospitalization
  • Increased healthcare costs
  • Preventable health complications

 

The Impact of Medication Non-Adherence

Medication non-adherence is a significant public health concern among older adults and is associated with poor health outcomes and avoidable healthcare utilization.

Nearly 50% of patients do not take their medications as prescribed.
Approximately 200,000 preventable deaths and hospitalizations occur annually due to medication non-adherence.
Up to $300 Billion is spent each year on healthcare costs associated with medication non-adherence, including additional medical appointments, emergency room visits, and hospitalizations.

About the Study

Supported by the National Institutes of Health (NIH), this study aims to evaluate how Pill Reminder All in One® combined with pharmacist-led medication education can improve medication adherence among older adults.

Participants will learn how to use the app and receive ongoing medication education and support throughout the study.

Medication Reminder App Features

The app is designed to help you stay organized and manage your medications with confidence.

Key Features:

  • Medication reminders and alerts
  • Customized notifications
  • Medication tracking
  • Refill reminders
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Medication quantity monitoring
  • Taken or missed dose tracking

The app can help you and your healthcare providers maintain an accurate medication record and support better medication management.

How Older Adults Can Help

Do you take multiple medications each day?

Researchers are studying how a digital medication reminder app and pharmacist-led education may help older adults stay on track with their medications and improve medication management.

Why Participate?

You may:

  • Learn strategies to better manage your medications
  • Receive medication education from a pharmacist
  • Use a convenient digital medication reminder app
  • Help researchers improve healthcare for older adults
  • Receive complimentary gifts if selected for participation

You may be interested if you

  • Are an adult, aged 55 or older 
  • Take medications regularly
  • Want to improve medication management
  • Have access to a smartphone or tablet
  • Are interested in learning more about your medications

Your decision to participate is completely voluntary.

What Participants Will Do

  • Complete a Baseline Assessment: Fill out a self-assessment focused on medication adherence.
  • Use the App Daily: Download and use the medication reminder app every day for six months.
  • Attend Educational Sessions: Participate in four interactive medication education sessions, over six months.
  • Participate in a Community Event: Attend one community medication disposal event during the study period.
  • Complete Follow-Up Assessments: Provide feedback on medication adherence and your experience using the app.

Participation

Participants may:

  • Learn strategies to improve medication management
  • Receive support and education from a pharmacist
  • Gain experience using digital health technology
  • Contribute to research that may benefit other older adults
  • Receive complimentary gifts if selected for participation

Participation is voluntary.

Take Control of Your Health

Manage your medications with confidence through personalized education, pharmacist support, and easy-to-use digital tools.

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How Pharmacists Can Help

Researchers are seeking pharmacists to participate in a research study evaluating how a digital medication management app combined with pharmacist-led education can improve medication adherence among older adults.

Why Participate?

As a pharmacist participant, you will:

  • Contribute to important research focused on older adult health
  • Help address medication non-adherence, a major public health concern
  • Provide medication education and support to study participants
  • Promote safe medication use and disposal practices
  • Help evaluate innovative digital health tools designed to support medication management

By participating in this study, you could help improve medication outcomes and support healthier aging in our communities.

Pharmacist Responsibilities

Participating pharmacists will:

  1. Complete Study Orientation: Receive information about study procedures and expectations.
  2. Participate in Medication Education Sessions: Assist with six interactive medication education sessions conducted over a six-month period.
  3. Support Participant Engagement: Provide guidance related to medication management and adherence strategies.
  4. Participate in Community Outreach: Support one community medication disposal event during the study period.
  5. Complete Study Evaluations: Provide feedback regarding study activities and participant engagement.

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