Author Description

"This 2nd edition of "Primary Care Geriatrics: A Case Based Approach" contains a practical approach to managing problems of the elderly presented through real cases, and textual review of the illness/syndrome identified in the case study. The case study format allows readers to involve themselves in clinical problems. The book is divided into five units. Unit I covers the principles and practice of geriatrics, Unit II discusses the major syndromes. The next three units cover common problems, Unit III in the office and home, Unit IV in the hospital, Unit V in the nursing home. The text features pre- and post- tests for active learning and a two-page colour plate of common malignant and non-malignant dermatalogic skin conditions in the elderly.