Presbyterian Senior Care (HMO) and Presbyterian MediCare PPO | Fall 2019 | Your Story

www.phs.org/Medicare 5 Changes to Presbyterian Medical Group locations and services To better meet the growing needs of our community and provide an enhanced experience for our patients and members, we’re expanding and improving many of our Presbyterian services. You can see current hours and schedule your appointment online at www.phs.org/urgentcare or by calling the clinic of your choice. Walk-in patients are accepted when we have availability. For your convenience, we recommend that you schedule your visit to secure your appointment. Presbyterian Medical Group on Isleta All Presbyterian Medical Group services at 3436 Isleta Blvd. SW have moved to our new clinic, located at 3630 Las Estancias Drive SW. For more information, call (505) 462-7777 . Presbyterian Medical Group Neurology at Presbyterian Kaseman Hospital The neurology services at the Presbyterian Kaseman Hospital Physician Office Building have moved. Neurology services are now available at our new location at 6100 Pan American Freeway NE, Suite 340. For more information, call (505) 823-8777 . Pain and Spine at Presbyterian Kaseman Hospital The pain and spine services at Presbyterian Kaseman Hospital have moved. Pain and spine services are now available at our new location in the Presbyterian Kaseman Hospital Physician Office Building next to Presbyterian Kaseman Hospital, located at 8300 Constitution Ave. NE, Suite 1106. For more information, call (505) 291-2770 . To see a complete listing of all Presbyterian Medical Group services and locations, visit www.phs.org . The older we get, the more crowded our medicine cabinets tend to get. Taking multiple medicines, as many older adults do, can increase the risk for harmful drug interactions or other problems. Here are five tips for taking medicines that can help you stay safe at any age: 1. Do tell. Make sure all of your doctors know about everything you’re taking. This includes any over-the-counter drugs, vitamins, minerals or herbal supplements. If you're thinking of trying a new drug or supplement, let your doctors know that too. Combining some medicines could cause side effects. 2. Understand your meds. Read the label and any other information that comes with your medicines. Find out what each one is for. If anything about your medicine isn’t clear—for instance, how often and how much to take—tell your doctor or pharmacist. 3. Report problems promptly. If you have any problems with your medicine, tell your doctor right away. He or she may be able to suggest a different medicine. But don’t stop taking a medicine without first getting your doctor’s OK. 4. Take your meds on time. Do you sometimes forget to take your medicines? Consider using a calendar, chart or pillbox to keep track. You could also ask your pharmacist to put your medicines in blister packs. Or if possible, take your medicines at the same time as another daily routine, like brushing your teeth. 5. Use one pharmacy. Having all of your prescription records in one place can help your pharmacist ensure that you don’t receive two drugs that can interact. Sources: National Council on Patient Information and Education; National Institute on Aging If anything about your medicine isn’t clear— for instance, how often and howmuch to take—tell your doctor or pharmacist. Medication safety tips for seniors