Michael R. Brodeur

Michael R. Brodeur, PharmD, BCGP, FASCP, is a Professor of Pharmacy Practice at Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences (ACPHS). He specializes in geriatric pharmacotherapy, focusing on frail older adults and issues such as anticholinergic burden, deprescribing, and adverse drug reactions. Dr. Brodeur holds clinical roles as a geriatric clinical pharmacist at The Eddy (St. Peter's Health Partners) and contributes to geriatric medicine fellowships at Albany Medical College and St. Peter’s Health Partners. He is licensed in New York and Maryland, and serves on the Disaster Medical Assistance Team (DMAT).

Education:

• Geriatric Pharmacotherapy Speciality Residency (PGY-2), University of Maryland
• Pharm.D., St. John's University
• B.S. in Pharmacy, St. John’s University

Research Interests: Dr. Brodeur’s work emphasizes optimizing medication regimens for older adults. This includes deprescribing strategies, reducing polypharmacy risks, and addressing anticholinergic drug effects. His studies often intersect with clinical practice, focusing on topics like falls prevention, dementia care, and guideline adherence. He actively collaborates with interprofessional teams to advance geriatric care standards.

Publications Trends: Recent work highlights deprescribing frameworks, anticoagulant management in aging populations, and case studies on drug-related complications. His articles emphasize practical clinical guidance for geriatric pharmacotherapy challenges, often aligning with initiatives like the Choosing Wisely campaign.

Awards:

• Fellow of the American Society of Consultant Pharmacists (FASCP)

Advising & Grants: While no formal advisees are listed, Dr. Brodeur mentors through his contributions to geriatric fellowships at Albany Medical College and SPHP. His presentations and publications reflect grant-supported research on medication optimization and deprescribing.

Labs/Teams: Participates in the Geriatric Medicine Fellowship programs at Albany Medical College/St. Peter's Health Partners and the Nurse Practitioner Fellowship at SPHP, fostering interdisciplinary education and clinical care innovation.