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A geriatrics curriculum for emergency medicine training programs.

J Jones, J Dougherty, L Cannon

    Annals of Emergency Medicine
    |November 1, 1986
    PubMed
    Summary

    Emergency medicine residency programs need geriatric training to address the needs of the aging population. This curriculum integrates geriatric care into emergency medicine education, improving care for elderly patients.

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    Area of Science:

    • Geriatric Medicine
    • Emergency Medicine Education

    Background:

    • The U.S. is experiencing a demographic shift with a growing elderly population.
    • Emergency medicine training lacks specific geriatric care components, despite increased demand.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To present an integrated geriatric curriculum for emergency medicine residency programs.
    • To outline educational objectives for geriatric emergency care.

    Main Methods:

    • Curriculum designed for a three-year emergency medicine residency.
    • Utilizes didactic presentations, journal clubs, case conferences, audits, rotations, and consultants.

    Main Results:

    • Identifies key learning objectives for geriatric emergency medicine.

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  • Focuses on age-related impairments, physiological changes, drug interactions, unique diseases, and psychosocial emergencies.

    • Conclusions:

    • The proposed curriculum provides essential geriatric training for emergency medicine residents.
    • This integrated approach aims to enhance the quality of care for elderly patients and foster positive attitudes toward geriatric medicine.