Geriatric and team training for podiatric residents

Area of Science:

• Gerontology and Geriatric Medicine
• Interdisciplinary Healthcare Education

Background:

• The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) developed the Interdisciplinary Team Training in Geriatrics program.
• Effective geriatric care requires collaboration among diverse healthcare professionals.

Purpose of the Study:

• To describe the Interdisciplinary Team Training in Geriatrics program.
• To highlight its implementation at the James A. Haley Veterans Hospital.

Main Methods:

• The program provides funding for podiatric residents.
• Residents engage in team-based practice with other healthcare disciplines.
• Focus is on addressing comprehensive health needs of elderly patients.

Main Results:

• Podiatric residents gain experience in interdisciplinary geriatric care.
• The program facilitates a team approach to managing complex elderly patient needs.

Conclusions:

• Interdisciplinary team training is crucial for effective geriatric care.
• This VA program supports specialized training for healthcare professionals serving the elderly.