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What Rural Hospitals Can Do to Improve Care for Older Adults

Stratis Health Podcast Series

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Transforming Geriatric Care in Rural Emergency Departments

This chapter delves into the impactful changes brought about by geriatric emergency department practices at a gold-accredited critical access hospital. It highlights the importance of patient-centered care for the elderly, addressing care gaps through follow-up support and social determinants of health screening tools. The discussion emphasizes the need for evolving care standards, collaboration, and community engagement to improve healthcare outcomes for older adults in rural settings.

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