Scientifically sound studies for geriatricians
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A bibliographic database of high-quality, readily accessible research findings in geriatrics is being developed, and for that database 757 articles published over the most recent 4 years and considered to be valid have been found. They are considered to have the potential to change practice. Categories and subcategories have been set up for the articles, based on topics covered.
Publication Name: Journal of the American Geriatrics Society
Subject: Seniors
ISSN: 0002-8614
Year: 2000
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That was the year that was: an evidence-based clinical geriatrics update 1998-1999
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An evidence-based clinical geriatrics update for the period 1998-1999 is presented with a critical appraisal of 16 very significant studies of 228 identified as of high quality and relevant to the practice of geriatricians. Each summary is followed by a list of clinical bottom lines.
Publication Name: Journal of the American Geriatrics Society
Subject: Seniors
ISSN: 0002-8614
Year: 2000
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An unfolding case with a linked objective structured clinical examination (OSCE): a curriculum in inpatient geriatric medicine
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A comprehensive evidence-based curriculum for internal medicine house staff in inpatient geriatric medicine is described. The principles in this model are those that may affect any hospitalized older adult and so would be important for all house staff taking care of inpatient geriatric patients, regardless of their future subspeciality choice.
Publication Name: Journal of the American Geriatrics Society
Subject: Seniors
ISSN: 0002-8614
Year: 2004
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