Geriatric Medicine

The Geriatric Medicine service offers a comprehensive and compassionate assessment of problems affecting older people, particularly those affecting physical and mental function. 

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Referrals are welcome for:

• comprehensive Geriatric Assessment for Transcutaneous Aortic Valve Implantation.

• assessment of thinking and memory problems

• treatment and management of dementia and Mild Cognitive   Impairment

• assessment and management of causes of falls

• assessment of capacity to make wills (testamentary capacity)

• assessment of capacity to make out Enduring Power of Attorney

• assessment of capacity to undertake Voluntary Assisted Dying

• retrospective opinions on capacity

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Locations

• Inpatients: Melbourne Private Hospital, Epworth Richmond, Epworth Freemasons

• Outpatients: Parkville