Are We Overprescribing Statins?

CEimpact Podcast

We delve into the implications of the recent study published in JAMA Internal Medicine, exposing how older risk models overestimate cardiovascular risk by about 50%. This overestimation has profound implications for primary statin use, insurer policies, and regulatory practices. Our discussion highlights the need for updated guidelines that reflect the most current evidence, ensuring better patient care and aligning clinical practice with the latest scientific findings.
The GameChanger
Adopting the PREVENT equations could significantly refine statin prescriptions, ensuring millions of adults receive appropriate cardiovascular risk management.
Guests
Geoff Wall, PharmD, BCPS, FCCP, BCGP
Professor of Pharmacy Practice, Drake University
Internal Medicine/Critical Care, UnityPoint Health

Jake Galdo, PharmD, MBA, BCPS, BCGP
CEO
Seguridad

Reference
Atherosclerotic Cardiovascular Disease Risk Estimates Using the Predicting Risk of Cardiovascular Disease Events Equations

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CPE Information

Learning Objectives
Upon successful completion of this knowledge-based activity, participants should be able to:
1. Discuss the impact of the PREVENT equations on statin prescription recommendations for cardiovascular disease prevention.
2. Explain clinical implications and practice changes from integrating the PREVENT equations into cardiovascular risk guidelines.

0.05 CEU/0.5 Hr
UAN: 0107-0000-24-245-H01-P
Initial release date: 08/12/2024
Expiration date: 08/12/2025
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Kapitel

1. Are We Overprescribing Statins? (00:00:00)

2. Assessing Cardiovascular Risk With PREVENT Study (00:00:02)

3. Primary Prevention Guidelines and PREVENT Study (00:07:55)

4. Challenges in Clinical Practice Decision-Making (00:18:15)

5. Navigating Population Health Conversations (00:28:09)

6. Continuing Education and Practice Improvement (00:31:47)