Resources
Brown University's Center for Gerontology and Healthcare Research has not reviewed and does not endorse any of these materials.
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Educational Resources in Aging
The site houses the complete inventory of aging-related curriculum products that have been created by the Reynolds project team, as well as toolkits, articles and websites relevant to aging and geriatrics care. We hope these resources will be useful as you care for increasing numbers of older patients. You may use your Brown email log-in information; if you do not have Brown email, please contact Renee Shield for access information, or you may click on the following link and select the "Log in as a guest" button. From the alphabetical Course List, click on Alpert Medical School-Educational Resources on Aging-Donald W. Reynolds Foundation.
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Geriatric Assessment Tool Kit
Produced by University of Missouri, Columbia School of Health Professions, Department of Physical Therapy. Links to useful tools to assess functional status, fall risk, and much more. PDF files for easy printing and use in offices.
Geriatric Assessment Tool Kit
Geriatric Depression Scale
Short form screen for depression.
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Education Resources
Geriatrics for the Practicing Physician
Column featured in Medicine and Health Rhode Island (MHRI), published monthly by the Rhode Island Medical Society (RIMS).
Visit MHRI archives
Hospice Talks and Resources
Compilation of educational resources including PowerPoint files on topics relevant to hospice and geriatric medicine shared by Joan M. Teno, MD, Professor of Medicine.
Hospice Talks and Resources"
Geriatrics at Your Fingertips
On-line version of the American Geriatric Society pocket textbook.
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Geriatric Educational Resources for Instructors and Elders
Long Island University site with resources for patients and instructors.
Geriatric Educational Resources for Instructors and Elders
GERI Pearls
These downloadable pocket cards are concise reviews of a geriatric topics developed by the University of Nebraska Medical Center, Department of Internal Medicine, Section of Geriatrics. Topics include: aging pharmacology, constipation, delirium, dementia, depression, falls, insomnia, hospital admission, pain management, palliative care, pre-operative assessment, pressure ulcers, syncope, urinary incontinence and weight loss.
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GeriatricWeb
Comprehensive library of expert reviewed articles and chapters on a complete index of geriatric topics and issues. Published by USC School of Medicine.
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Fast Facts on Palliative Care
Quick, one-page summary documents that answer common questions in palliative medicine. Produced by the American Academy of Hospice and Palliative Medicine.
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Portal of Geriatric Education Online
Online clearing house of geriatric educational materials and resources, provided at the level of student, resident, and faculty. Sponsored by the Donald W. Reynolds Foundation.
Go to Portal of Geriatric Education
Elder Web
Comprehensive website with historical perspective and expansive information on long-term care.
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Online Geriatric University
Education and training resources published by the Donald W. Reynolds Foundation site in conjunction with the University of Miami and the State of Florida.
Go to Geriatric University
Mesothelioma
An extensive database of information and resources for patients and their families to better understand the Symptoms of Mesothelioma and the various aspects of diagnosis, prognosis, treatment as well as mesothelioma life expectancy.
Go to Mesothelioma Symptoms
Also, information about treatment, diagnosis and related information for patients and families may be found here.
The Mesothelioma Center provides the most current information about peritoneal mesothelioma, top doctors and survival rate for patients diagnoses with mesothelioma. Free informational books, packets and a Patient Advocacy program may be found here.