Category Archives: Systems and Administration

New Geriatric ED Accreditation – and why you should care

Posted on May 23, 2017 by

The way we currently provide geriatric emergency care is not sustainable. With the growing aging population, the dwindling medicare dollars, and the recognition that we need to improve the quality of geriatric care, we have to find ways to transform … Continue reading →

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Preventing Falls in the Elderly: An EMS Story

Posted on March 13, 2017 by

The risk of falls increases as we age. Unfortunately, so does the risk of injury, morbidity, and mortality following a fall. Falls risk is considered a geriatric syndrome, with multi-factorial causes. Falls are a the #1 cause of trauma-related mortality … Continue reading →

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5 Ways to Geriatricize Your ED

Posted on June 29, 2016 by

Geriatric EDs, or Senior EDs, have been popping up around the country. The idea behind them is that having a separate space, a distinct staff, and specialized protocols, can help provide better care to older adults. However, for many EDs … Continue reading →

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Hip Fracture Management Pathways in Older Adults

Posted on March 1, 2016 by

Hip fractures are a common injury among older adults and have a staggering one-year mortality of 20-30%. In this episode we discuss a multi-disciplinary pathway to improve the acute care of patients with hip fractures. It can help standardize care, … Continue reading →

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