Evidence Made Simple (EMS) Summaries
EMS summaries are tools we find useful in our practice to discuss treatment options for a variety of health conditions encountered in primary care with our patients. Topics are selected in response to requests from our team. In addition to summarizing the evidence (benefits and potential harms), the tool also includes the costs, coverage status with the provincial insurance plan. The evidence, costs and coverage are periodically reviewed and updated. We are based in Alberta Canada and all costs reflect this and are only approximations.
EMS Summaries
Medications Used to manage Insomnia
At best, we are looking at falling asleep 16 minutes faster, staying asleep for an additional 28 minutes and waking up 22 minutes less.
Medications Used for Osteoporosis
An overview of medication used to manage osteoporosis and includes practical pearls for screening as well
Migraine Prevention Medications
This table includes both prescription and non prescription medications for the prevention of migraines.
HRT Medications
This table reviews the available evidence (efficacy and safety) of the variety of HRT products available in Canada. There are many helpful pearls at the end of the document as well!
Inhaler Comparison Chart
This chart was adapted from the Cascade project to help provide environmentally responsible health care. We have updated coverage information to reflect AB information and availability
Cannabinoids in Primary Care (2018)
Summary of the available evidence for Cannabinoids in primary care (2018)
DM and Mortality (2020)
Great review of the evidence by one of our stellar students (Dr. Emily Yu) regarding the importance of controlling risk factors in DM patients
Medications and Weight Gain (2020)
Summary document based on great review by Sean Wharton, Lilian Raiber, et al in 2018
RAAS in DM: Are ACEIs and ARBs equal?
Another great review from Dr. Yu regarding the RAAS system and kidney protection in DM (circa 2020)
SGLT2i and Dose effects
Great review from one of our learners in 2021 - not all doses are created equal... some are associated with more ADR and diminishing benefits...
Pharmacist role in the Patient Medical Home
What type of activities can a clinical pharmacist help with in the patient medical home? Here are a few ideas... the possibilities are endless!
Atypical Fractures risk with medication used to treat osteoporosis
Another great summary document from one of our students from 2021. Nice review of the available evidence around atypical fractures
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