Geriatrics : diagnosis and treatment / Jack Wilson.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Introduction to geriatrics -- Aging and old age -- Elderly care --Gerontology -- Aging-associated diseases -- Alzheimer's disease -- Cancer in aging population -- Geriatric psychiatry -- Multiple sclerosis -- Grief -- Urinary and bowel control among old.

"Geriatrics, or geriatric medicine, is a medical specialty focused on providing care for the unique health needs of older adults. It aims to promote health by preventing, diagnosing and treating disease in older adults. There is no defined age at which patients may be under the care of a geriatrician, or geriatric physician, a physician who specializes in the care of elderly people. Rather, this decision is guided by individual patient need and the caregiving structures available to them. This care may benefit those who are managing multiple chronic conditions or experiencing significant age related complications that threaten quality of daily life. Geriatric care may be indicated if caregiving responsibilities become increasingly stressful or medically complex for family and caregivers to manage independently. The most up-to-date source of clinically focused information on the medical care of the increasing e population. This text features relevant diagnostic and treatment content needed by every adults. The audience includes medical students and residents, practicing clinicians (especially internal medicine and family practice other care providers such as physician assistants and nurse practitioners, It may be sightly less appropriate for geriatric medicine fellows who likely need more detailed discussions on many of the topics in order to prepare for a specialized career path. It is well written and appropriate for its intended audience. The authors have exceptional credentials and are considered top leaders in the field. It is a welcome addition to geriatrics texts"-- Back cover.