Older adults with more than two geriatric syndromes, unique health conditions among elderly patients that are multifactorial ...

ABSTRACT: Purpose/Hypothesis: Parkinson’s disease (PD) is a progressive, neurodegenerative disorder characterized by both motor and non-motor symptoms. The motor symptoms comprise bradykinesia, ...

This companion article discusses implementing GA in resource-constrained settings and addresses some outstanding implementation questions and concerns. While this new guideline addresses the same ...

A nurse-led comprehensive geriatric assessment in the emergency department (ED) reduced hospital admissions by 11.6% for older adults, without extending ED stays or boosting return visits, a recent ...

FRIDAY, Aug. 29, 2025 (HealthDay News) -- A comprehensive assessment of older adults being seen in the emergency department can help reduce hospital admissions, according to a study published online ...

Dr. Cris Bergerot and Dr. Enrique Soto join the podcast to discuss the new global guideline on geriatric assessment. This guideline provides evidence-based, resource-stratified recommendations across ...

Introduction Late-life treatment-resistant depression (LL-TRD) is common and increases risk for accelerated ageing and cognitive decline. Impaired sleep is common in LL-TRD and is a risk factor for ...

Geriatric Assessment: Abdominal and Rectal Examination In another important addition to this series on geriatric assessment, Mark Williams leads us through an examination of the abdomen. Clinical Case ...

The authors do not work for, consult, own shares in or receive funding from any company or organization that would benefit from this article, and have disclosed no relevant affiliations beyond their ...

Early geriatric assessments in older adults with hip fractures are strongly associated with improved recovery, reduced hospital stays, and lower complication rates, according to a new systematic ...

Researchers found that the Geriatric Nutritional Risk Index (GNRI) was significantly lower in the overactive bladder (OAB) group versus the non-OAB group. HealthDay News — The Geriatric Nutritional ...

New York, NY (April 7, 2025)—The American Geriatrics Society (AGS) and the AGS Health in Aging Foundation announced the recipients of the Arti Hurria Award today — Brienne Miner, MD, MHS and Melisa ...