Geriatrics Specialist
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Mark Akselrud, MD
Internal Medicine located in Tamarac, FL
If you’re 65 or older, geriatrics provides valuable insights into your health and well-being. Routine checkups and preventive screenings can alert you early on to potentially serious health problems, allowing you to age more gracefully. At his practice in Tamarac, Florida, board-certified internist Mark Akselrud, MD, provides a comprehensive suite of geriatrics services, including blood testing, executive physicals, and pulmonary disease treatment. To schedule an appointment, book one online, or call the office today to speak with a caring staff member.
Geriatrics Q & A
What is geriatrics?
Geriatrics focuses on diagnosing, treating, and preventing health problems in older adults.
As you approach retirement age, you’re more likely to experience chronic health problems like heart disease and diabetes. Regularly meeting with a qualified medical provider like Dr. Akselrud is a safe and effective way to address these and other issues promptly.
What conditions does geriatrics treat?
Dr. Akselrud provides a range of geriatric services, including diagnosing and treating:
- Dementia
- Osteoporosis
- Incontinence (inability to control your bladder and/or bowels)
- Pulmonary (lung) disease
- Endocrine disease (ailments of the hormone-producing glands)
- Cardiovascular disease (heart and blood vessel ailments)
- Insomnia (sleeplessness)
- Diabetes
- Frailty
- Balance issues
Dr. Akselrud also provides care for mental illnesses, including depression, anxiety, and bipolar disorder.
Why is geriatrics important?
Geriatrics encourages healthy aging. As you get older, you’re likely to experience physical, cognitive, and emotional problems. Regularly meeting with Dr. Akselrud is an easy and effective way to stay active, connected, and healthy.
Regular checkups can also lower your risk of negative side-effects and potentially serious complications. Research shows that when people have negative opinions about getting older, they’re also more likely to experience worse health outcomes.
Geriatrics also provides specialized care. Providers like Dr. Akselrud has years of specialized training in treating age-specific conditions. This knowledge and expertise ensure high-quality care, lowering your risk of uncomfortable or crippling side-effects.
What happens during a geriatrics appointment?
No two geriatrics appointments are exactly alike. Dr. Akselrud tailors your appointment to your health history, age, and individual symptoms.
During your consultation, Dr. Akselrud does a comprehensive physical exam. He makes recommendations that align with your health needs. The exam can include:
- Blood testing
- Immunizations
- Prescription refills
- Diagnostic imaging
- Preventive screening
If you require more customized care, Dr. Akselrud can refer you to a specialist.
How often should I schedule a geriatrics appointment?
Dr. Akselrud recommends that people 65 and older schedule a geriatrics appointment at least once a year. As you age, you’re more susceptible to serious health problems. Regular checkups provide a quick and effective way to diagnose issues early on when they’re most treatable.
To learn more about the benefits of geriatrics, schedule an appointment at the practice of Mark Akselrud, MD. Book an appointment online, or call the office today to speak with a caring staff member.
