A user's guide to enhancing geriatrics in an undergraduate medical school curriculum: the ten-step model to winning the "geriatric game"

Article Abstract:

The successful implementation of geriatrics into an undergraduate medical curriculum, at the University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry is discussed. A ten-step approach that may serve as a model for other universities is illustrated in detail.

Curricula, Medical colleges, Medical schools, Geriatrics

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Mi casa o su casa? Assessing function and values in the home

Article Abstract:

A study on providing geriatrics, primary care, and palliative care by medical students to patients through visiting patient's home is presented. The results indicate that eighty-three percent of the students reported positive feedback about the experience.

Science & research, Research, Methods, Practice, Patients, Patient care

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Emergency medicine management of the geriatric patient: an educational program for medical students

Article Abstract:

The results of an educational program designed to train and assess the skills of medical students in providing emergency treatment to geriatric patients are presented.

Personnel administration, Care and treatment, Management, Training, Company business management, Aged patients, Elderly patients, Medical emergencies

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