Create an inpatient reference test formulary

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Create an inpatient reference test formulary

CLICK HERE FOR VIDEO – How to make an inpatient reference test formulary

Inpatient pharmacies have formularies.  Why shouldn’t inpatient laboratories have reference test formularies?  These days there are endless laboratory tests available and they should be carefully vetted for clinical use and yet as laboratorians we are too often expected to send out expensive tests of questionable utility. In this video we explore how to get started on creating a laboratory formulary.

Andrew Fletcher

As the former medical director of ARUP Consultative Services, Dr. Andrew Fletcher is focused on laboratory stewardship, laboratory efficiency, and outreach growth. He has experience in leading quality initiatives that enhance organizations’ safety and value and has helped develop laboratory stewardship programs throughout the U.S. Dr. Fletcher has received numerous awards for quality and utilization, including research grants for blood utilization and is the recipient of the 2021 ASCP Choosing Wisely Award.

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