The Science and Art of Discontinuing Medications: Challenges and Controversies

Developed by the Polypharmacy Special Interest Group and the Pharmacists Section.
Moderator: Michael A. Steinman, MD
Learning Objectives: (1) describe evidence about medication discontinuation, and to identify gaps in the evidence base; (2) appreciate ethical and legal issues in medication discontinuation; (3) apply a thoughtful approach to discontinuing medications; and (4) develop strategies for safely and effectively discontinuing medications.

Concepts and Approaches to Medication Discontinuation
Holly M. Holmes, MD

The Evidence Base for Medication Discontinuation
Kevin T. Bain, PharmD, MPH, BCPS, CGP, FASCP

Practical Strategies for Discontinuing Medications
Michael A. Steinman, MD

Moderated Point-Counterpoint Discussion
Ronald I. Shorr, MD, MS; Thomas E. Finucane, MD; Janice L. Feinberg, PharmD, JD; Michael A. Steinman, MD