Geriatric Medicine is a specialized branch of internal medicine focused on promoting health, managing complex multi-system co-morbidities, and preventing disability in senior citizens (adults aged 60 and above). Compassionate, comprehensive elderly care is provided by Dr. Sai Sekhar Pyla at Trinetra Medicals, Muralinagar, Visakhapatnam.
Core Geriatric Focus Areas
- Polypharmacy Optimization: Systematic review of all ongoing medications to eliminate unnecessary drugs, prevent adverse drug-drug interactions, and adjust dosages for renal clearance.
- Chronic Multi-Morbidities Management: Coordinated management for concurrent Diabetes, Hypertension, Heart Failure, Osteoarthritis, and Chronic Kidney Disease.
- Fall Prevention & Bone Density: Osteoporosis evaluation (DEXA scan), Vitamin D/Calcium optimization, joint stabilization, and mobility support.
- Cognitive & Memory Wellness: Early screening for vascular dementia, Alzheimer's disease, and depression.
- Preventative Senior Vaccination: Administering annual Flu shots, Pneumococcal vaccines, and Shingles protection.
