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Lynn Harrelson is a pharmacist who specializes in medication management for seniors and others who are seeking support and direction with their prescriptions and other medications they use.

Since her graduation from the University of Kentucky College of Pharmacy, she has continued to develop specialized and innovative services. Lynn is specially trained in the use and management of medications in the senior population; she provides valuable and accessible health care services and information that helps individuals remain independent in their homes, retirement and assisted living facilities.

As a Senior Care Pharmacist, Lynn acts as a...Read More

Lynn Harrelson is a pharmacist who specializes in medication management for seniors and others who are seeking support and direction with their prescriptions and other medications they use.

Since her graduation from the University of Kentucky College of Pharmacy, she has continued to develop specialized and innovative services. Lynn is specially trained in the use and management of medications in the senior population; she provides valuable and accessible health care services and information that helps individuals remain independent in their homes, retirement and assisted living facilities.

As a Senior Care Pharmacist, Lynn acts as a family’s link between the patient, the physician, and other health care providers. The training, skill, and caring she can offer brings a more personal dimension to health care. Whether in the senior's home, a neighborhood senior center or a retirement or assisted living facility, Lynn can help today’s seniors make the most of their medications.

Her Senior Pharmacy Solutions Medication Therapy Management Services have been recognized for supporting patients, family, caregivers and other healthcare providers in supporting the continued independence of today’s seniors. With many years of serving those using multiple medications, Lynn is well versed in addressing the questions and concerns that often arise. She addresses issues with other healthcare providers and shares information with doctors and works with them to make sure that each patient gets maximum benefit from any medication are used. Her services include a plan for continuing well being.

Her knowledge about medication and pharmacy services often result in fewer medications, fewer or lower co-pays, simplified medication profiles, easier-to-use schedules, and a better understanding of all medications used. As a result, her patients stay healthier longer, in their home longer and receive maximum benefit from the medication they use. Her services add value and quality to her patient’s life. She is an educator, a comforter, and consummate health care professional caring for your loved one as she would a member of her own family.

Lynn is past president of her local pharmacist associations as well the Kentucky Pharmacists Association. She is a member of state and national Associations for Consultant Pharmacists who specialize in the care of patients in long-term care facilities. She provides in-services and presentations to senior groups throughout her state as well as authoring articles for senior focus papers. Ms Harrelson assists in the organizing of annual countywide expired drug disposal programs that result in the proper disposal of tons of unused medications. She is a member of the Louisville Metro Aging in Place Council, Louisville Healthcare Professionals, and Louisville Metro Triad. Lynn has been recognized for her extensive and continual community service at local, state and national levels.