Dedicates significant coverage to conditions like frailty, falls, delirium, and dementia.
Explores the biological, psychological, and social aspects of aging. Hazzard's Geriatric Medicine & Gerontology, 6th...
Added specialized chapters on emergency geriatrics, hospital-based care, and the cultural aspects of aging. Clinical Utility Paper in extenso | Request PDF - ResearchGate Clinical Utility Paper in extenso | Request PDF
Hazzard’s Geriatric Medicine and Gerontology, Sixth Edition, is a comprehensive clinical textbook that bridges the gap between the biological study of aging (gerontology) and the medical care of older adults (geriatrics). Published in 2009 by McGraw-Hill Education , this 1,760-page volume serves as a core reference for geriatricians, fellows, and other healthcare professionals. Focuses on the unique assessment methods and organizational
The textbook is organized into four primary sections that guide the reader from fundamental science to complex clinical practice:
Expanded the use of Clinical Practice Guidelines and systematic reviews to ensure all treatment recommendations are grounded in current science.
Focuses on the unique assessment methods and organizational strategies required for effective elderly care.