Clinical Review
Clinical Decision Making in Hypertension
Fed Pract. 2006 August;23(8):11
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Sharon A. Jung, PharmD, BCPS and William D. Linn, PharmD
Dr. Jung is the director of the Geriatric Specialty Residency Program and the residency coordinator and Dr. Linn is the director of the Primary Care Specialty Residency Program and the clinical coordinator, both at the South Texas Veterans Health Care System, San Antonio. In addition, Dr. Jung is a clinical assistant professor and Dr. Linn is a clinical associate professor, both at the University of Texas at Austin College of Pharmacy.
With the abundance of published data, numerous available pharmacologic agents, and multiple clinical practice guidelines, the task of individualizing hypertension treatment can be dauntingly complex. These authors present a clear cut approach to translating evidence into best practice.