👉 A polypharmacist is a healthcare professional who specializes in treating patients with multiple health conditions, often due to their overlapping medical backgrounds. They are trained in the use of various medications and treatments for each condition while also ensuring that they are not taking medication for any other related or unrelated conditions. This approach allows them to provide comprehensive care to patients without having to treat all symptoms simultaneously, which is particularly important when dealing with complex health issues like multiple sclerosis or HIV. Polypharmacist practitioners are often