December 2023

OPHTHALMOLOGY

DRUG WASTE AND HOW PHYSICIANS CAN MOVE THE NEEDLE

Featuring: David Palmer, MD

Drug waste is a major issue in health care. In ophthalmology, the use of perioperative eye drops is a crucial issue. Physicians can make a significant impact in reducing waste by recognizing the issue and driving tailored solutions for ophthalmic care. In an article published in EyeWorld, authors David J. Palmer, MD, and Jake Grodsky, MD, emphasize the importance of persistence, open dialogue, interaction with state eye and medical societies, and a commitment to sustainability. These factors can help ophthalmologists reduce waste.

Five practical steps can help change perioperative eye drop multi-dosing protocols:
  1. Observation and analysis
  2. Engage in constructive dialogue
  3. Challenge the status quo
  4. Collaboration with administration
  5. Persistence and enactment
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By following these steps, physicians can reduce drug waste and improve the sustainability of ophthalmic care.

Learn more about making an impact on reducing drug waste. >
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David J. Palmer, MD, Clinical Associate Professor of Ophthalmology at Northwestern Medicine

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