Tremendous improvements in medical technology have led to Americans living longer. 85 year olds and above are becoming our fastest growing population in the country. As a result, never before thought about medical issues are arising. Training in New York City, one sees a vast array of illnesses. Interestingly though, over 55% of the inpatient admissions were patients older than 65. I found that most physicians were unfamiliar with medical issues pertaining to the elderly. Of note, complete geriatric assessments were rarely carried out and social issues unique to the elderly were largely ignored. I believe that everyone is in charge of his or her own health. A physicians role is that of a personal adviser. This philosophy empowers patients to take control of their health. The best health outcomes are achieved when patients work together with the health care team to come up with the best care plan that suits their own lifestyle. As a geriatrician, I find this approach especially appealing to the older adults. They often have good insight into what works for them. All I have to do is be patient, sit back and listen.
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Education Background
RESIDENCY
University Of Alabama Hospital
MEDICAL SCHOOL
University Of Lagos College Of Medicine - 1994
Languages Spoken
English
Location & Hours
Park Nicollet Clinic And Specialty Center Care Team
3850 Park Nicollet Blvd, St. Louis Park, MN 55416
Mon:8:00 am - 5:00 pm Tue:8:00 am - 5:00 pm Wed:8:00 am - 5:00 pm Thu:8:00 am - 5:00 pm Fri:8:00 am - 5:00 pm Sat:Closed Sun:Closed
Specialties Treated
Geriatric Medicine
Internal Medicine
Hospice & Palliative Medicine
Pain Medicine
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Conditions Addressed
Obesity
Poisoning by Drugs, Meds, or Biological Substances
Infectious Liver Disease
Atrial Fibrillation and Atrial Flutter
Acute Myocardial Infarction (AMI)
Chronic Bronchitis
Heart Failure
Alcohol Dependence
Cirrhosis
Bronchial Asthma
Venous Embolism and Thrombosis
Aortic Valvular Disease
Sciatica
Acute Renal Failure
Esophagitis
Hypothyroidism
Disorders of Lipoid Metabolism
Parkinson's Disease
Hypertension (HTN)
Dementia
Ischemic Heart Disease
Epilepsy
Obstructive Sleep Apnea
Bipolar Disorder
Emphysema
Pulmonary Embolism
Osteoarthritis
Alzheimer's Disease
Dehydration
Schizophrenia
Diabetes Mellitus (DM)
Anemia
Chronic Renal Disease
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Procedures Performed
Occupational Therapy Evaluation
Venipuncture
Physical Therapy
Venipuncture
Blood transfusion
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Insurance Accepted
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