The Evolving Landscape of Multiple Sclerosis Treatment and Care Management Strategies

The Evolving Landscape of Multiple Sclerosis Treatment and Care Management Strategies is organized by Pharmacy Times Continuing Education (PTCE).,Release date: June 22, 2022,Expiration date: June 22, 2023,Description:,Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a demyelinating disease of the central nervous system that can cause formation of lesions that damage cells. The treatment of MS presents many challenges, and there are no medications yet that can fully prevent or reverse symptoms. As research into disease-modifying therapies continues to progress, pharmacists will be essential in navigating the adverse effects, costs, and utilization of resources associated with emerging therapies. The pharmacist’s role in establishing MS treatment pathways to limit delays and decrease risk of disease progression using disease-modifying therapies will be discussed. Opportunities for managed care pharmacists to intervene in the care of patients with MS in selecting and managing treatment will also be outlined. Experts will also share a patient perspective interview, in which a patient with MS will highlight the burden of MS and its effect on their quality of life.,Educational Objectives:,At the completion of this activity, participants will be able to:,• Explore the clinical presentation, classification, and diagnostic challenges of multiple sclerosis (MS),• Analyze the latest data on the efficacy and safety of new and emerging therapies for MS,• Examine the role of managed care professionals in the management of MS