EXTRA CREDITS: Geriatric Syndromes 2.0: Identification, Clinical Management, and the Role of the Physical Therapist

Geriatric syndromes are clusters of symptoms commonly seen within the older adult population. While most clinicians are familiar with the basic concepts of polypharmacy, neglect/abuse, malnutrition, and failure to thrive, the extent to which these phenotypes affect our patient care are rarely considered, even by seasoned healthcare professionals. Furthermore, failure to identify, manage, and integrate interventions to address these problems within our patient populations can result in poor patient outcomes, limited sustainable progress, and unsuccessful carryover of intervention. This results in patients who are ineffectively managed and become frequent fliers within the system. This course will include a lecture component and case studies to promote understanding of geriatric syndromes and the role of the physical therapist in managing them to promote best patient care and overall outcomes. 

Heidi Moyer, PT, DPT, CEEAA; Sally Fisher, PT, DPT; and Mitchelle Calderon, PT, DPT share their insight and expertise on "Geriatric Syndromes 2.0: Identification, Clinical Management, and the Role of the Physical Therapist".

What to expect: 

Objectives: 
By the end of this lecture participants will be able to:

• Compare and contrast 4 common geriatric syndromes to effectively identify them within the older adult population.
• Appraise and apply how each syndrome commonly manifests within the context of patient case scenarios.
• Distinguish how each phenotype can impact patient outcomes, progress, and carryover of intervention.
• Design and prescribe appropriate interventions to manage the root causes of each syndrome.

About the Speakers

Heidi Moyer, PT, DPT Certified Exercise Expert for Aging Adults (CEEAA) Board-Certified Clinical Specialist in Geriatric Physical Therapy (GCS) is actively and thoroughly dedicated to promoting best care practices for older adults in all care settings. She is a Certified Exercise Expert for Aging Adults (CEEAA) as well as a Board-Certified Clinical Specialist in Geriatric Physical Therapy (GCS). As an active member of APTA Geriatrics, Heidi serves as the Secretary for the AGPT Balance and Falls Special Interest Group, as the APTA Geriatrics Illinois State Advocate. She is also the Secretary of the IPTA Geriatrics Special Interest Group. Dr. Moyer is an Adjunct Professor at Governors State University and works at RML Specialty Hospital in Hinsdale. She has experience teaching at both the national and state levels through IPTA Revitalize, #ThirdThursday, and Extra Credit as well as Combined Sections Meeting and National Student Conclave as well as various other online formats through APTA Geriatrics and Evidence in Motion. Heidi is excited to continue the conversation on geriatric syndromes, which she presented on last year as an Extra Credit program through IPTA.

Sally Fisher, PT, DPT United Kingdom, born and bred, Sally graduated from Leeds Metropolitan University in 1992, with a Masters in Medical Science in 2002. With 7 years of practice in England and 20+ years in the United States, she has worked in a variety of settings including acute, outpatient, home health, in-patient rehabilitation facilities and skilled nursing. After graduating in 2013 with her transitional Doctor of Physical Therapy Degree from Utica College, Sally served a term with the Specialized Academy of Content Experts (SACE). Board Certified Clinical Specialist in Geriatric Physical Therapy (GCS) in 2009 and renewed in 2019, obtained the Certified Exercise Expert in Aging Adults in 2015 and LSVT big certification in 2013. Sally has been an APTA member since 1996, with IPTA and Geriatric Section membership for the past 17 years. Sally now lives in Bloomington IL, where 2 children have already graduated from Illinois State University and works at a Continuing Care Retirement Facility (CCRF). Her goal for the next term as the GeriSIG vice chair is to strengthen membership and the physical therapy geriatric community that are committed to providing effective and efficient care. .

Mitchelle Calderon, PT, DPT Born and raised in the Philippines, Mitchelle graduated from Silliman University in 1998 with a Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy, and a Masters of Public Health in 2004. She migrated to the United States in 2005 and has worked at Marshall Browning Hospital in Southern Illinois up to the present. She obtained her Certified Exercise Expert in Aging Adults (CEEAA) in 2009 and Board Certified Clinical Specialist in Geriatric Physical Therapy (GCS) in 2011. She completed her t-DPT in 2016 from A.T. Still University. Mitchelle has been an APTA, IPTA, and Geriatric Section member since 2010. She lives in Du Quoin, Il with her husband, 12 y/o daughter, and 8 y/o son. Her goal as part of the Geri SIG executive committee is to work with the team to provide information and network with PTs, PTAs, and students whose passion is working with the older adults.

 

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This program was originally recorded August 12, 2021.

You can even earn 2 hours of CE:  

1. Purchase the recording by visiting IPTA's Virtual Library . (FREE FOR IPTA MEMBERS / CE Subscribers - log in to ipta.org so it knows who you are!) Non-member cost is $35. You can earn 1-2 hours of CE, depending on the length of program.
2. Once your transaction is completed, you will receive an email with a link to download a document containing a link to the online recording AND a link to a quiz to complete after you view the recording.
3. Watch the recording and complete the quiz. If you score 80% or better, you will receive an email notification of your CE award.  If you are an IPTA member/ CE Subscriber, your CE award will also post in your membership profile under Professional Development. If you are not yet a member, an CE certificate will be emailed to you within 7-10 business days.