Principles of Geriatric Medicine and Gerontology

The definitive treatise of the specialty is here in a totally revised and updated new edition. Continues its tradition of presenting the latest in diagnosis and management of disorders affecting the elderly as it addresses the prevailing principles of gerontology. This orientation, which features experts from the fields of geriatric medicine and gerontology, provides for a uniquely holistic approach to elder care. Features expanded coverage of managing the nursing home patient, diagnosis and treatment of Alzheimer's disease, movement disorders, managing the multi-drug patient, menopause, healthcare issues in women, healthcare systems, coronary heart disease, and more.