ANTICOAGULATION CLINIC:

Ambulatory Services Center

2020 Meridian St., Suite 120

PHONE: 

(765) 646-8247

 HOURS: 

Individuals who are taking Warfarin (Coumadin®) to prevent blood clots can now have their blood test monitored with a fingerstick in the convenience of the new AntiCoagulation Clinic.  The Clinic is offered by the Pharmacy Department and is located in the Ambulatory Services Center, 2020 Meridian St, Suite 120.  Patients must be referred by their physician.

The management of anticoagulation therapy requires diligent, regular laboratory monitoring of a blood test called an INR.  The test uses one drop of blood obtained from a fingerstick instead of having blood drawn from a vein.  Some drugs and foods can have adverse effects on the anticoagulants, which can result in inadequate treatment or possible bleeding. 

The AntiCoagulation Clinic utilizes the CoagCheck S® System which allows the patient's INR to be determined in less than five minutes.  The Pharmacist adjusts the dosage as needed and determines the optimal frequency of the INR.

Anticoagulants are drugs that are given to prevent blood clots or prevent existing clots from getting larger.  Clots that form in the heart, veins or arteries can block blood flow and cause a heart attack, stroke, or damage to a limb or other parts of the body.  

Scheduled patients report directly to the AntiCoagulation Clinic.  For more information, contact your physician or call 646-8247.