INTERNAL MEDICINE

GERIATRIC MEDICINE (Currently Not Available)

Location — Akron General Medical Center
Duration — 4 weeks
Number of Students — 1

Objectives:

• To provide the student with an understanding of normal aging and how to improve the health care of older adults to prevent potential health risks and problems.

Description:

• Work with healthcare providers in the treatment of the geriatric patient in the inpatient and outpatient setting.
• Participate in geriatric assessments, primary care geriatrics, and family follow-up conferences.
• Referrals and possible visits to community-based support services will provide the student with an understanding of the resources available to older adults in the area.
• Nursing home and home care visits may be possible depending on schedule and availability.