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What is geriatrics? The Swiss experience

J P Junod, P M Levy

    Journal of the American Geriatrics Society
    |October 1, 1981
    PubMed
    Summary

    Geriatrics is a specialized medical field addressing the complex needs of older adults. The Geneva model of "Integrated Medicine" offers a comprehensive approach to geriatric healthcare delivery.

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    Area of Science:

    • Geriatric Medicine
    • Integrated Healthcare Models

    Background:

    • Geriatrics is a specialized medical branch addressing the unique needs of the aging population.
    • The Geriatric Institutions of Geneva provide comprehensive care through a hospital, extended-care facility, and outpatient services.
    • Staff includes physicians, psychiatrists, multidisciplinary personnel, and social workers dedicated to geriatric care.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To address the complex medical, psychiatric, and social needs of older patients.
    • To educate healthcare staff on the specific challenges and management of elderly patients.
    • To raise community awareness regarding the complexities of geriatric patient care.

    Main Methods:

    • Implementation of the
    • Integrated Medicine
    • model for geriatric healthcare delivery.
    • Focus on a multidisciplinary approach tailored to the pathophysiologic, psychiatric, and social requirements of the elderly.
    • Application of the model to preventive medicine, diagnosis, therapeutics, and prognosis.

    Main Results:

    • The
    • Integrated Medicine
    • model provides a structured framework for geriatric care.
    • This approach addresses the multifaceted needs of older adults comprehensively.
    • The model represents a significant advancement in specialized geriatric healthcare delivery.

    Conclusions:

    • The
    • Integrated Medicine
    • model is a vital step towards optimizing healthcare for the geriatric population.
    • While not a panacea, it offers a tailored and effective system for managing the health of older adults.
    • The Geneva model demonstrates a successful integration of medical, social, and psychiatric care for the elderly.

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