Dr Andrew Corin has been a General Practitioner in Tauranga since 1997. Andrew also holds a Bachelor of Science degree with experience in postgraduate research. He has had medical experience in Ireland, Kenya and the Philippines, including work for emergency relief and mission organisations. He has been an owner and director of medical practices in New Zealand since 2000, and has extensive experience in governance roles for health and community organisations. Andrew is on the Pharmac Respiratory subcommittee for PTAC, is a medical advisor to Asthma and Respiratory Management Bay of Plenty, and is a founder of the clinical trials centre Clinical Horizons.
| Adherence to Asthma Preventer Medication
AstraZeneca Dinner Symposium |
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| Friday, 13 June 2014 | Start 7:30pm | Duration: 90mins | Blue Baths |
| The biggest challenge to the clinical team is to develop a communication and support strategy which identifies and works with the health beliefs of the patient. This requires the development of a trusting and collaborative patient-clinician relationship which can then identify adherence issues and assist in the development of realistic goals. Patients have variable attitudes to using inhalers, and tailoring treatment and education regarding asthma management to the individual is critical for achieving good health outcomes. Particular challenges include time constraints, poor continuity of care and the current funding model which discourages follow-up. | |||