Clinical Pharmacy

Our Clinical Pharmacy team works collaboratively with primary care providers to support safe, effective, and patient-centered medication management.

About Clinical Pharmacy

Our Clinical Pharmacy team works collaboratively with primary care providers to support safe, effective, and patient-centered medication management.

Our clinical pharmacists are Licensed Advanced Pharmacist Practitioners (APh) and also DSMES (Diabetes Self-Management Education & Support) certified to provide diabetic education and help patients better understand their disease process, medications, lifestyle modifications, and chronic disease management. The team assists with optimizing treatment plans to improve overall health outcomes.

Services

Medication therapy management (MTM)
Diabetes medication education and management
Hypertension medication management
Chronic kidney disease medication review
Medication reconciliation and safety review
Patient education on medications and disease processes
Preventive care support and health maintenance guidance
Medication adherence counseling
Collaborative chronic disease management with primary care providers
Diabetes Self-Management Education and Support (DSMES)
Diabetic lifestyle and nutrition education

Conditions

Diabetes mellitus
Heart disease and cardiovascular risk factors
Hypertension
Chronic kidney disease (CKD)
Hyperlipidemia
Asthma and COPD
Medication-related complications
Polypharmacy

Frequently Asked Questions

What does a clinical pharmacist do?

Clinical pharmacists work closely with your healthcare provider to help manage medications, improve treatment outcomes, and provide education about your health conditions.

Do I still see my primary care provider?

Yes. Clinical pharmacists work as part of your healthcare team in collaboration with your primary care provider.

Can clinical pharmacists adjust medications?

Clinical pharmacists may assist with medication management and recommendations in collaboration with your healthcare provider.

Who can benefit from clinical pharmacy services?

Patients with chronic medical conditions, multiple medications, or questions regarding medication use may benefit from these services.

What is DSMES?

DSME stands for Diabetes Self-Management Education and Support. It helps patients learn how to manage diabetes through education on medications, nutrition, glucose monitoring, lifestyle changes, and prevention of complications.

Program Objectives

At least 80% of interns complete program/degree requirements within 13.5 months (150% of planned program length).
Of graduates who seek employment, at least 100% are employed in nutrition and dietetics or related fields within 12 months of graduation.
At least 80% of program graduates take the CDR credentialing exam for dietitian nutritionists within 12 months of program completion.
The program’s one-year pass rate (graduates who pass the registration exam within one year of first attempt) on the CDR credentialing exam for dietitian nutritionists is at least 80%.
80% of employers, who return surveys, rate graduates as “satisfactory” or “excellent” for ability to work effectively with multicultural populations from diverse backgrounds.
90% of program graduates work as entry-level Registered Dietitian Nutritionists in community nutrition.
90% of graduates work in Central Valley community programs for at least two years after graduation.

Do I Qualify for WIC?

WIC is a program that helps families with food and nutrition. Call us at (661) 862-5422 or send a message, and we’ll help you see if you qualify.

Here are some ways you might qualify:

You are pregnant
You are breastfeeding a baby who is less than one year old
You had a baby in the last six months
You have a child who is under the age of five
You experienced a loss of pregnancy or had a termination

You also need to think about your family’s income. Here are the monthly income limits for family sizes:

1 Person: $2,413
2 Persons: $3,261
3 Persons: $4,109
4 Persons: $4,957
5 Persons: $5,805
More than 5 Persons: Add $848 for each additional member

This income limit is based on 185% of the Federal Poverty Level, and these amounts will be effective from April 1, 2025, to June 30, 2026.

Also, if you’re pregnant, the baby counts as part of your family size when figuring out if you qualify.

Get Care Right Away

Need care right away? Our health centers offer same-day appointments, and our walk-in clinics also offer extended hours. Whether you schedule ahead or stop by, we’re here to deliver fast, high-quality care when and where you need it.

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We make it easy to choose the clinic that works best for you. Keep in mind that your preferred location may mean seeing a different provider. Either way, you’ll receive compassionate, expert care from our trusted team, no matter which clinic you visit.

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See Your Preferred Provider

Our providers work across multiple clinics to make care accessible, so their location may vary based on availability. No matter where you’re seen, you can trust our dedicated team to deliver the high-quality care you deserve.

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