The fastest growing segment of the population comprises individuals over age 85. The purpose of the 31st Clinical Update in Geriatric Medicine is to provide an evidence-based approach to help clinicians take exceptional care of these often complex and frail individuals.
TARGET AUDIENCE
This course is designed for family practitioners, internists, geriatricians, and other health care professionals who provide care to older adults. Previous attendees will also be interested because of the conference’s continually changing topics, speakers, and approach.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
At the end of this course, participants should be able to:• Describe how to approach and prioritize the clinical care of a complex older adult with multiple chronic illnesses• Provide evidence-based updates for common geriatric syndromes and disorders• Explore multidisciplinary-based models and system changes needed to improve the quality of care of the older patient• Have enhanced confidence in best practices and clinical decision-making for older adult patients• Obtain answers to specific clinical questions from their own practiceClick here to register