Addresses the role of pharmacists in the management of gastrointestinal diseases and disorders. Covers constipation, diarrhea, inflammatory bowel disease, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), liver diseases, pancreatitis, portal hypertension and cirrhosis, upper gastrointestinal bleeding, and celiac disease.
Recognizing that the value of pharmacists extends beyond clinical interventions to include cost-effective healthcare solutions and compassionate patient-centered care, this new series of handbooks showcases the expanded roles and responsibilities of pharmacists. It is the first of its kind to provide comprehensive information about evidence-based pharmacist care across a wide range of healthcare issues, providing the latest research, guidelines, and up-to-date best practices.
Volume 3: Gastrointestinal Diseases and Disorders
underscores the indispensable role pharmacists play in healthcare, particularly in the management of gastrointestinal disorders, where their expertise can significantly influence patient outcomes. This book covers constipation, diarrhea, inflammatory bowel disease, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), liver diseases, pancreatitis, portal hypertension and cirrhosis, upper gastrointestinal bleeding, and celiac disease.
Volumes in Handbook of Evidence-Based Pharmacist Care
Volume 1: Cardiovascular Diseases
Volume 2: Endocrine, Respiratory, and Renal Diseases and Disorders
Volume 3: Gastrointestinal Diseases and Disorders
Volume 4: Arthritis and Psychiatric Diseases and Disorders
Volume 5: System-Specific Infections
Volume 6: Widespread and Transmissible Infections
Volume 7: Skin Diseases and Conditions
Volume 8: Neurological, Hematological, and Urological Diseases and Disorders
Volume 9: Oncological Diseases and Disorders
Volume 10: Diseases and Disorders of Special Populations
Volume 11: Pharmacist Care in Special Services
Volume 12: Advanced Practices in Pharmacist Care
Volume 13: Pharmacist Skills and Competencies
Volume 14: Clinical Pharmacy, Advanced Pharmacist Practice, and Pharmacy Clinics: Case Studies from Around the World
Chapters by Yaser Mohammed Al-Worafi except where indicated Preface
Introduction
1. Constipation
2. Diarrhea
3. Inflammatory Bowel Disease
4.
Liver Diseases
5. Pancreatitis
6. Portal Hypertension and Cirrhosis
7. Upper
Gastrointestinal Bleeding
8. Celiac Disease Index
Yaser Mohammed Al-Worafi, PhD, FRSPH (UK), is a Professor of Clinical Pharmacy at the College of Pharmacy, University of Science and Technology of Fujairah, United Arab Emirates (UAE (previously known as Ajman University). He graduated with a bachelor degree in pharmacy (BPharm) from Sana University, Yemen and obtained master and PhD degree in Clinical Pharmacy from the Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM), Malaysia. Prof. Yaser has many postgraduate programs certificates including: Training to Teach in Medicine 2023 from Harvard Medical School, Harvard University; and Contemporary Approaches to University Teaching from The Council of Australasian University Leaders in Learning and Teaching (CAULLT). Prof. Yaser is a fellow of the Royal Society of Public Health, UK. He has more than 20 years of experience in education, practice, and research in Yemen, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates, and Malaysia. He has held various academic and professional positions, including Deputy Dean for Medical Sciences College; PharmD Program Director, Head of Clinical Pharmacy/Pharmacy Practice Department; Head of Teaching & Learning Committee; Head of Training Committee; Head of Curriculum Committee, etc. He has authored over 100 peer-reviewed papers in international journals and book chapters and has edited more than 30 books and 1500 book chapters in books published by Springer, Elsevier, and Taylors & Francis, USA. Prof. Yaser has supervised/co-supervised PhD, master, PharmD, and BPharm students. He is a reviewer for eight recognized international peer-reviewed journals. Prof. Yaser taught, prepared, designed, and wrote many pharmacy programs for many universities including Master of Clinical Pharmacy/Pharmacy Practice program; PharmD program and BPharm program; internship/clerkships for Master, PharmD and BPharm programs; more than 30 courses related to clinical pharmacy, pharmacy practice, social pharmacy and patients care. Prof. Yaser has been recognized globally for his contributions to pharmacy practice, education, and medication and patient safety, being listed in the Top 2% Scientists list of the World by Stanford University. He is ranked among the best ten researchers globally in several key areas, highlighting his dedication and expertise in advancing medication safety and effectiveness: Dispensing errors: 1st; Medication errors: 2nd; Drug-related problems: 3rd; Herbal medications: 3rd; Self-Medications: 4th; Medication safety: 7th; Pharmacovigilance: 45th; Adverse Drug Reactions. These accolades reflect his profound impact on the field, significantly advancing pharmacy education, patient care and safety practices.
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