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Geriatric Orthopaedics: a New Paradigm for Management of Older Patients

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Purpose of Review

Fragility fractures have become a worldwide epidemic that has necessitated a paradigm shift in how we approach the care for elderly orthopaedic patients. There is a great need for subspecialty trained orthopaedic surgeons to help bridge the gap and help with transition of care in geriatric orthopaedic patients.

Recent Findings

Not only are the surgical needs of elderly patients different than younger patients but often the complexity of co-morbidities and bio-psychosocial needs are important considerations for patient care and outcomes.

Summary

Geriatric orthopaedic fellowship training is a crucial paradigm shift to provide the most efficient, safe, supportive, and cost-effective musculoskeletal healthcare for elderly patients.

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  1. Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Regions Hospital, 640 Jackson St., St. Paul, MN, 55101, USA

    Carmen E. Quatman & Julie A. Switzer

  2. Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, MN, USA

    Carmen E. Quatman & Julie A. Switzer

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Julie Switzer reports grants from Stryker, outside the submitted work. Carmen Quatman declares no conflict of interest.

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Quatman, C.E., Switzer, J.A. Geriatric Orthopaedics: a New Paradigm for Management of Older Patients. Curr Geri Rep 6, 15–19 (2017). https://doi.org/10.1007/s13670-017-0197-x

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