Synopsis

Medicine in Old Age- A Clinical Approach is a second edition under new publishing. This title should be of great benefit to medical students and doctors hoping to become specialists in geriatric and general medicine. In addition, the book should act as a useful summary of common age- related problems for those preparing for postgraduate examinations particularly the Membership Examsinations and Diploma in Medicine for the Elderly/Diploma in Geriatric Medicine. Finally, General Practicitioners, nursing staff and Allied Heatlh Professionals involved in the care of older patients should find this a valuable source of clincally relevant information. Contains 21 chapters dealing with common problems of older people. Each chapter uses case histories to highlight the clinical aspect of such problems. Best of 5 and data interpretation questions facilitate self- assessment. Extensive reading lists encourage futher exploration of specific topics.