Geriatrics

What is Geriatrics?

Geriatrics is a branch of medicine that deals with the health and care needs of elderly individuals. Geriatric specialists evaluate the physical, mental and social health of elderly individuals, manage chronic diseases and aim to improve their quality of life. This field aims to prevent, diagnose and treat health problems that arise due to the aging process.

Geriatric Scope

• Management of Chronic Diseases: Management of chronic diseases such as diabetes, hypertension, heart disease, arthritis and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).
• Dementia and Alzheimer’s Disease: Management of symptoms such as memory loss, cognitive decline and loss of independence in daily life activities.
• Multimorbidity: Simultaneous management of more than one chronic disease.
• Polypharmacy Management: Management of side effects and drug interactions resulting from the use of more than one medication.
• Nutrition and Hydration: Meeting the nutritional needs of elderly individuals and ensuring adequate hydration.
• Falls and Balance Problems: Reducing the risk of falling and treating balance disorders.
• Osteoporosis and Bone Health: Protecting bone density and treating osteoporosis.
• Incontinence Management: Managing urinary and fecal incontinence problems.
• Depression and Anxiety: Protecting mental health and providing psychological support in elderly individuals.
• Geriatric Rehabilitation: Increasing muscle strength, improving mobility and providing independence.
• Palliative Care: End-of-life care and pain management.

Importance of Geriatrics

Geriatrics aims to protect the independence of elderly individuals and increase their quality of life by taking into account their health problems and special needs. Early diagnosis and treatment of health problems that occur during aging allows older individuals to live healthier and more active lives.

Diagnostic and Treatment Methods Used in Geriatrics

• Comprehensive Geriatric Assessment (CGA): Comprehensive assessment of physical, mental, social and functional status.
• Blood Tests: Assessment of anemia, diabetes, kidney function, liver function and vitamin deficiencies.
• Imaging Methods: Imaging methods such as X-ray, MRI, CT and ultrasound.
• Neuropsychological Tests: Assessment of cognitive functions.
• Balance and Walking Tests: Assessment of fall risk and balance disorders.
• Nutritional Assessment: Determination of nutritional status and needs.
• Medication Assessment: Review of medications used and management of side effects.
• Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation: Exercise programs to increase muscle strength, balance and mobility.
• Psychotherapy and Support: Protection of mental health and provision of psychological support.

Geriatric Treatment Methods

• Medical Treatment: Drug treatment for management of chronic diseases and control of symptoms.
• Nutritional Counseling: Creation of diet plans appropriate for the nutritional needs of elderly individuals.
• Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation: Exercise programs and rehabilitation services.
• Psychological Support: Management of depression, anxiety and other mental health problems.
• Palliative Care: End-of-life care, pain management and supportive treatments.
• Home Care Services: Home health services and care support.
• Social Support: Various social services and activities to support the social lives of elderly individuals.

Geriatrics with Asumed Health Care

Asumed Health Care provides the best service in the field of geriatrics by collaborating with Turkey’s leading health institutions. The main services we offer to our patients are as follows:

• Comprehensive Geriatric Assessment: We comprehensively evaluate the physical, mental, social and functional status of our patients.
• Chronic Disease Management: We provide management of diabetes, hypertension, heart disease, arthritis and other chronic diseases.
• Dementia and Alzheimer’s Management: We provide special care and treatment plans for our patients with dementia and Alzheimer’s disease.
• Polypharmacy Management: We provide medication management for our patients who are taking more than one medication.
• Nutrition and Hydration: We meet the nutritional and hydration needs of elderly individuals.
• Fall and Balance Education: We offer special programs to reduce the risk of falls and manage balance problems.
• Geriatric Rehabilitation: We provide physical therapy and rehabilitation services to increase muscle strength, improve mobility and ensure independence.
• Palliative Care and Support: We provide end-of-life care and support services.
• Psychological Support and Counseling: We provide psychological support and counseling services to protect and support mental health.
• Home Care Services: We provide home health services and care support.
• Social Services and Support: We provide various social services and activities to support the social lives of elderly individuals.
• International Patient Support: We offer services specifically designed for our patients coming from abroad. These services include guidance, accommodation and transportation arrangements, translation services and support for other needs.