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Book SynopsisIntegrative geriatrics is a new field of medicine that advocates for a whole-person, patient-centered, primarily non-pharmacological approach to medical care of the elderly. Most current geriatric practices overprescribe medications and procedures and underutilize non-pharmacological, low-cost, high-touch methods. Patients, however, often show reluctance towards these standard practices, as the interventions they rely upon are often invasive. The practice of integrative geriatrics is rooted in lifestyle interventions, such as nutrition, movement therapies, and mind-body and spirituality approaches, that allow patients to have different path to their healthcare-one that utilizes pharmaceuticals and invasive procedures only when safer integrative approaches are not available or not effective.This first definitive textbook of this new field presents detailed, evidence-based information for all healthcare providers and advocates who work with the geriatric population. It is intended not only for providers in outpatient settings, but also for those who work in nursing homes, assisted and independent living facilities, and senior community centers. In addition, Integrative Geriatric Medicine will provide valuable information for leaders and politicians who are involved with implementing policies and procedures for care of elderly patients looking for safer, less costly, and more patient-centered approaches.
Trade ReviewIntegrative Geriatric Medicine provides a critical understanding of the current evidence base and application of integrative approaches to elder care. It is a fitting member of Dr. Weil's Integrative book series, and a valuable source of information to be referenced time and time again. * Erika Rogan, Journal of Applied Gerontology *
Table of Contents1: Mikhail Kogan and Kyle Meehan: Introduction 2: Julie Wendt, Anna Rotkiewicz, and Alice Berg: Geriatric Nutrition 3: Joseph P. Cleaver, Alice Schmidt Kehaya, and Mikhael Kogan: Exercise, Frailty and Functional Reserve: Concepts and Optimization 4: Ronak Mehta, Mariatu Koroma-Nelson, Elizabeth Mackenzie , and Birgit Rakel: Preventative Geriatrics 5: Angela Gabriel and Tiffany C. Hoyt: Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) 6: Maryclaire O'Neill, Eric J. Roseen, Mary Starich, Anne McDonald, Yael Flusberg, and Aaron A. Davis: Manual and Movement Therapies 7: Luann Jacobs, Mary Kendell, and Yael Flushberg: Energy Modalities and Aromatherapy 8: Deirdre Orceyre and Meredith Bull: Naturopathic Medicine 9: Christina M. Puchalski and Patricia A. Bloom: Spirituality and Mind-Body Medicine in Geriatrics 10: George Muñoz and Mikhail Kogan: Men's Health 11: Mary Kendell and Margie Wentzel: Women's Health 12: Marc Brodsky and Ann E. Hasen: Pain 13: Mara Caroline, Ryan Bradley, and Mimi Guarneri: Cardiovascular Disease 14: James Yang: Endocrine disorders: Integrative treatments of hypothyroidism, diabetes, and adrenal dysfunction 15: Angela J. Shepherd and Juliet M. McKee: Integrative Osteoporosis 16: Victor Sierpina, Karen Welch, Dimple Desai, and Anna Rotkiewicz: The Healthy Gut in Older Adults 17: Christina Prather, Mariatu Koroma-Nelson, and Mikhail Kogan: Common Geriatric Infections 18: Seema Rao: Integrated Approaches to Treating Lung Diseases in the Geriatric Population 19: Ronald Glick, Marie Anne Gebara, and Eric Lenze: Integrative Geriatric Psychiatry 20: Aviva Ellenstein, Christina Prather, and Mikhail Kogan: Neurodegenerative Diseases: Parkinson's and Alzheimer's Diseases 21: Amy Littlefield, Deirdre Orceyre, and Stephanie Cheng: Integrative Oncology 22: Nisha Manek and George Muñoz: Common Rheumatic Diseases in the Elderly 23: Anca Dinescu and Mikhail Kogan: Falls 24: Ilana Seidel and Justin Sevier: Skin, Vision, and Hearing 25: Deirdre Orceyre, Ronak Mehta, and Mikhail Kogan: Functional Laboratory Studies 26: Robert L. Jayes and Robert M. Kaiser: Primary Care for Homebound Patients 27: Elizabeth L. Cobbs, Amanda Hull, and Alyssa Adams: Person-Directed Health Care across the Life Span: The Veterans Affairs Health Care System 28: Tahira I. Lodhi and Tania Alchalabi: Long-Term Residential Care 29: Beverly Lundsford and Terry A. Mikovich: Inter-Disciplinary Team-based Care 30: Katalin Roth: Bioethical Issues in Integrative Geriatrics 31: Angela Lee, Stephanie Cheng, and Dale Lupu: Integrative Palliative Care 32: Michelle Sierpina and Beverly Lunsford: Positive Aging
