Richard J. Ham MD (Author), Philip D. Sloane MD MPH (Author), Gregg A. Warshaw MD (Author), Jane F. Potter MD (Author), Ellen Flaherty PhD APRN AGSF (Author)

Are you a healthcare professional who is looking to enhance your knowledge and skills in geriatric care? If so, Ham’s Primary Care Geriatrics is the perfect resource for you. With a unique case-based approach and an interdisciplinary perspective, this comprehensive medical reference book provides you with the clinical solutions and guidance you need to effectively care for older adults.

Geriatric care is a specialized field that requires a deep understanding of the complex needs of older adults. This book is designed to empower healthcare professionals with team-oriented knowledge that enables them to provide the best diagnosis, treatment, and management strategies for their geriatric patients. By using engaging case studies, this book illustrates the principles and key clinical information that healthcare professionals need to know when caring for older adults.

One of the key features of Ham’s Primary Care Geriatrics is its evidence-based medicine guidelines. By following these guidelines, healthcare professionals can form definitive diagnoses and create the best treatment plans possible for their geriatric patients. This ensures that patients receive the most effective and up-to-date treatment options available.

The book is organized in a way that allows healthcare professionals to quickly find the information they need. With a 2-color layout and consistent format, navigating through the book is easy and efficient. Additionally, each chapter includes USMLE-style questions that allow healthcare professionals to test their knowledge and reinforce their learning.

Ham’s Primary Care Geriatrics is constantly updated to reflect the latest advancements in geriatric care. The most recent edition includes six new chapters addressing Principles of Primary Care of Older Adults, Interprofessional Team Care, Billing and Coding, Frailty, Pressure Ulcers, and Anemia. By incorporating these new topics, healthcare professionals can stay current and provide the best care possible to their geriatric patients.

In today’s digital age, having access to resources online is essential. When you purchase Ham’s Primary Care Geriatrics, you also gain access to the complete geriatric text online through Expert Consult. This allows you to access the book anytime, anywhere, making it convenient for busy professionals. Additionally, Expert Consult also provides additional resources such as an online Cognitive Status Assessment with four tests, patient teaching guides, a dermatology quiz, and informative videos on Gait and Balance and Dizziness.

The authors of Ham’s Primary Care Geriatrics are highly respected experts in the field of geriatric care. Richard J. Ham, MD, Philip D. Sloane, MD MPH, Gregg A. Warshaw, MD, Jane F. Potter, MD, and Ellen Flaherty, PhD APRN AGSF have combined their knowledge and experience to create a comprehensive and authoritative resource for healthcare professionals.

In conclusion, if you are a healthcare professional who is looking to enhance your knowledge and skills in geriatric care, Ham’s Primary Care Geriatrics is a must-have resource. With its unique case-based approach, evidence-based medicine guidelines, and access to online resources, this book provides you with the tools and knowledge you need to provide the highest level of care to older adults. Don’t miss out on this invaluable resource, order your copy today!

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