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The infant geriatrics.

B Gratton

    International Journal of Aging & Human Development
    |January 1, 1984
    PubMed
    Summary

    Early physicians labeled old age a disease, hindering geriatric care. Historical records show elite doctors prioritized self-advancement over elderly patient needs.

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    Area of Science:

    • Geriatrics
    • Medical History
    • Sociology of Health

    Background:

    • Historical perspectives suggest early geriatric medicine viewed aging as a disease.
    • This perspective limited interest and development of treatment plans for the elderly.

    Observation:

    • Analysis of Boston Almshouse Hospital records provides insight into physician motivations.
    • Physician assessments of elderly morbidity were examined.

    Findings:

    • Elite physicians' evaluations of elderly patients' health were influenced by personal career advancement.
    • The needs of the elderly were secondary to physicians' self-interest.

    Implications:

    • This historical context challenges the notion of purely altruistic medical practice in geriatrics.
    • Understanding past motivations can inform current ethical considerations in elder care.
    • Re-evaluating the historical trajectory of geriatrics is crucial for contemporary practice.