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Israel Doron¹, Helen Meenan

¹Department of Gerontology, School of Social Work, University of Haifa, Haifa, Israel. idoron@univ.haifa.ac.il

|April 28, 2012

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This viewpoint proposes geriatric jurisprudence, an interdisciplinary field combining law and geriatrics. It aims to unite doctors and lawyers to develop a medico-legal theory of aging for better elder care.

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Area of Science:

Geriatrics
Law
Interdisciplinary Studies

Background:

The fields of geriatrics and law have historically operated independently.
Legal professions were not foundational to the development of geriatrics.

Purpose of the Study:

To introduce and advocate for a novel interdisciplinary research approach combining jurisprudence and geriatrics.
To foster collaboration between medical and legal professionals.

Main Methods:

Conceptual viewpoint and theoretical framework development.
Exploration of existing gaps between geriatric care and legal considerations.

Main Results:

Identification of geriatric jurisprudence as a timely and unique field of study.
Highlighting the potential for a unified medico-legal theory of aging.

Conclusions:

Geriatric jurisprudence offers a new platform for doctors and lawyers to collaborate.
This interdisciplinary approach can enhance the care and support for older and aging individuals.