The family doctor's role in the care of the elderly. Singapore medical journal. [Singapore Med J] Journal article

Title	The family doctor's role in the care of the elderly.
Author(s)	Koh KT
Institution	Department of Community, Occupational and Family Medicine, National University Hospital, Singapore.
Source	Singapore Med J 1994 Jun; 35(3):290-3.
MeSH	Aged Attitude of Health Personnel Chronic Disease Continuity of Patient Care Drug Utilization Family Health Family Practice Geriatric Assessment Geriatrics Health Education Humans Physician's Role Physician-Patient Relations Physicians, Family Sickness Impact Profile
Abstract	With the anticipated increase in the number of aged persons in our local population, there will be an increased workload for the family doctor caring for the elderly in the community. Diseases thought to be attributed to ageing may be non-degenerative and hence treatable. This paper highlights the role of the family physician in the care of the elderly as the doctor's recognition of these diseases and consequent early intervention may result in an improved outcome for the patient. Optimal care can be achieved with the family doctor's systematic planning of the individual's care, networking with hospitals and other health professionals and providing support for carers.
Language	eng
Pub Type(s)	Journal Article
PubMed ID	7997907

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