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Old people in hospitals.

J S Goodwin

    Journal of Chronic Diseases
    |January 1, 1983
    PubMed
    Summary

    This article details a geriatrician's challenges in providing quality care for hospitalized older adults within an academic medical setting. It highlights the difficulties in balancing patient needs with rigorous academic standards.

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    Area of Science:

    • Geriatric Medicine
    • Medical Education
    • Healthcare Systems

    Background:

    • Academic medical centers prioritize research and specialized training.
    • Geriatric care requires a holistic approach focusing on complex needs of older adults.
    • Integrating specialized geriatric care into traditional academic structures presents unique challenges.

    Observation:

    • A geriatrician faced difficulties reconciling patient-centered care with the demands of an academic medical environment.
    • Balancing the immediate needs of elderly patients with the long-term goals of medical research and education proved complex.
    • The personal narrative illustrates the systemic barriers to optimal geriatric care in highly specialized settings.

    Findings:

    • The integration of comprehensive geriatric care into academic medical centers is often hindered by existing structures and priorities.
    • Effective geriatric care necessitates a shift in perspective within academic medicine to value holistic patient well-being.
    • Personal experiences reveal the need for adaptive strategies to bridge the gap between clinical practice and academic rigor.

    Implications:

    • Academic medical centers should re-evaluate their structures to better support geriatric medicine.
    • There is a need for improved training and integration models for geriatric specialists within academic settings.
    • Addressing these integration challenges can lead to enhanced medical care for the aging population.

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