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The Difference Between Nurse Practitioners, Physician Assistants and Doctors
Physicians are in increasingly short supply, so patients often spend more time with physician assistants (PAs) and nurse practitioners (NPs) during appointments. How do these health care providers compare to each other?
17 CommentsGeriatric Psychiatrists: How Can We Help You?
What is a geriatric psychiatrist and how can they help caregivers and seniors? Caring for older adults requires a special understanding of their physical, social, and mental health needs.
57 CommentsA Geriatrician’s Take on Elders Who Refuse to Go to the Doctor
Fear, denial, thriftiness, distrust, and embarrassment are common reasons why seniors avoid doctor’s appointments. Fortunately, there are strategies caregivers can use to ensure aging loved ones receive the medical care they need.
7 CommentsGeriatricians: The Antidote to Ageism in Senior Healthcare
Ageism isn’t just hurtful—it is also harmful. When health care professionals perpetuate ageist attitudes, senior patients’ health care outcomes suffer.
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Geriatric Doctors Questions
Doctor being difficult with plan of care, advice please!
9 AnswersNeedHelpWithMom Replied 5 hours agoDad won't see a doctor, which is required for admission to the facility. Has anyone else found a way around this requirement?
6 AnswersAlvaDeer Answered May 10, 2024Can I assume this write up from my father's Geriatrician means he is not competent?
8 Answerslealonnie1 Answered Apr 18, 2024Who can do cognitive testing for someone who has dementia? Must satisfy both long-term care insurer and possibly Social Security disability.
3 AnswersJoAnn29 Answered Mar 28, 2024
Geriatric Doctors Discussions
Facing ageism with Alzheimer's/Dementia.
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12 Commentswaytomisery Commented Oct 15, 2023Suggestions on how to research the best knee replacement surgeon?
4 CommentsAnabanana Commented Jul 1, 2023Did you ever stop to think that maybe that aging parent or patient simply hates doctors because of past treatment?
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