Article Document Academic Article Information Content Entity Continuant Continuant Journal Article Entity Entity Generically Dependent Continuant 2025-05-06T18:06:10 RDF description of Geriatric orthopaedics: a new paradigm for management of older patients - http://repository.healthpartners.com/individual/document-rn2050 1 document-rn2050 Surgery <p>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.<br>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.<p> 18880 12150 Orthopedics Geriatric orthopaedics: a new paradigm for management of older patients Education, Medical 2022-02-21T22:48:57.408-06:00 6 Aging and Geriatrics public