The Value of Gerontologists in Geriatric Care Teams
Author Information
Author(s): Boakye Alfred, Martin Diane
Primary Institution: University of Maryland Baltimore
Hypothesis
What can gerontologists contribute to a geriatric interprofessional care team?
Conclusion
Gerontologists play a valuable role in interprofessional geriatric healthcare teams by promoting person-centered care and bridging gaps between older adults and community resources.
Supporting Evidence
- Interprofessional healthcare teams effectively deliver safe and high-quality care to patients with complex healthcare needs.
- Team-based care is recognized as a national priority for optimizing health and social well-being of older adults.
- Gerontologists can promote person-centered care and bridge gaps between older adults and community resources.
Takeaway
Gerontologists can help doctors and nurses take better care of older people by understanding their unique needs.
Methodology
Sixteen gerontology students, faculty, and healthcare professionals completed semi-structured surveys, analyzed using a modified grounded theory.
Limitations
Additional research is needed to evaluate the impact of integrating gerontologists into care teams.
Participant Demographics
Participants included gerontology students, faculty, and healthcare professionals.
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