Geriatric Diseases

Specialization in the Department of Geriatric Diseases focuses on the healthcare needs of elderly individuals, addressing the unique medical, social, and psychological challenges associated with aging. Geriatric specialists, or geriatricians, are trained to manage multiple chronic conditions commonly seen in older adults, such as dementia, arthritis, heart disease, and osteoporosis.

They focus on improving quality of life, promoting independence, and providing comprehensive care that includes preventive measures, rehabilitation, and palliative care. The goal of geriatric medicine is to help elderly patients maintain their health and well-being, while also managing the complexities of aging and frailty.

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Branches

The Department of Geriatric Diseases includes several specialized branches, each focusing on different aspects of healthcare for older adults. These branches include:

  1. Geriatric Medicine: Focuses on the overall medical care of elderly patients, managing multiple chronic conditions, medication management, and providing preventive care to improve health outcomes.
  2. Geriatric Psychiatry: Deals with the mental health aspects of aging, including the diagnosis and treatment of conditions like dementia, depression, anxiety, and delirium in older adults.
  3. Geriatric Neurology: Specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of neurological disorders that commonly affect the elderly, such as Alzheimer’s disease, Parkinson’s disease, and strokes.
  4. Geriatric Cardiology: Focuses on heart-related issues in older adults, including managing heart disease, hypertension, and conditions like congestive heart failure and arrhythmias.
  5. Geriatric Rheumatology: Deals with musculoskeletal diseases affecting the elderly, such as osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, and osteoporosis.
  6. Geriatric Endocrinology: Specializes in the management of hormonal and metabolic issues that affect older adults, such as diabetes, thyroid disorders, and osteoporosis.
  7. Geriatric Rehabilitation: Focuses on improving mobility, function, and quality of life for elderly patients through physical therapy, occupational therapy, and speech therapy.
  8. Palliative Care: Provides care that focuses on the relief of symptoms, pain management, and improving the quality of life for elderly patients with serious illnesses or those at the end of life.
  9. Geriatric Nutrition: Focuses on the dietary needs and nutrition of elderly patients to maintain strength, prevent malnutrition, and address specific age-related conditions.

These branches work together to ensure comprehensive and holistic care for elderly individuals, addressing their physical, emotional, and social well-being.

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