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[Geriatric medicine at European universities]
K Pils1, I Howanietz, T Frühwald
1Ludwig-Boltzmann-Institut für Interdisziplinäre Rehabilitation in der Geriatrie, Wien, Osterreich. pik@sop.magwien.gv.at
Wiener Klinische Wochenschrift
|June 13, 2000
Summary
As populations age, geriatric medicine faces growing challenges. This study surveys current geriatric activities across European universities to understand their diverse approaches and incentives in this vital medical field.
Area of Science:
- Geriatric Medicine
- Medical Gerontology
- Sociology
- Psychology
Context:
- Industrialized nations face demographic shifts with increasing elderly populations.
- Senescence presents multifaceted challenges across social, psychological, and medical domains.
- Geriatrics and medical gerontology offer holistic approaches to address aging-related issues.
Purpose:
- To assess and survey current geriatric activities in European universities.
- To evaluate the diverse incentives and approaches within European medical schools for geriatric medicine.
- To provide a summary of the investigation into geriatric medicine initiatives.
Summary:
- A survey of geriatric activities in European universities was conducted using questionnaires (41% response rate), direct communication, and literature review.
- The study investigated the varying incentives and current practices in geriatric medicine across different European nations and their medical institutions.
- Findings summarize the landscape of geriatric medicine education and research within European academic settings.
Impact:
- Highlights the diversity in geriatric medicine development across Europe.
- Informs future strategies for enhancing geriatric care and education.
- Provides a baseline for comparative analysis of geriatric medicine programs internationally.