Geriatric Care
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Paul D. Orr, MD
Family Practice located in Claremont, CA
If you’re over the age of 60 and have a complex medical history, you probably want a medical provider with expertise in geriatric care. Dr. Paul Orr brings his expertise with geriatric care to the Claremont, California, community. He looks after the specific health needs of seniors with attentiveness and compassion. Schedule an appointment at Paul D. Orr, M.D. using the online scheduling system or by calling the front desk.
Geriatric Care Q & A
What’s geriatric medicine?
Geriatric medicine involves medical care for men and women over the age of 60. Your health concerns change as you age, and you want a doctor who’s familiar with those changes.
Certain ailments become more pervasive later in life, and your health history becomes more extensive. Dr. Orr is trained to recognize your risk factors and help you manage multiple conditions at once.
Geriatric care includes:
- Preventive care to thwart disease
- Diagnostic and treatment services for your health conditions
- Chronic disease management
- Support to improve your quality of life
- Therapies to improve mobility and maintain independence
- Guidance to help you reach your health goals
What types of conditions increase as we age?
Over the years, your body experiences increasingly more wear and tear. Your bones and muscles start to break down, leaving you susceptible to injury and disease.
Some of the ailments that are more prevalent as we age include:
- Arthritis
- Heart disease
- Stroke
- Memory and cognitive impairment
- Balance and coordination difficulties
- Injury from falls
- Visual and hearing impairment
- High blood pressure
- Diabetes
- Osteoporosis
Dr. Orr helps you manage the conditions listed above and more.
What role does a family doctor play in geriatric medicine?
As a family doctor, Dr. Orr has training and expertise in geriatric care, so he can handle the majority of your medical care. He initiates care and provides ongoing treatment for chronic conditions.
Dr. Orr is just one critical member of your medical team, making necessary referrals and coordinating your care among various specialists. As your primary care physician, Dr. Orr helps you juggle all your appointments, prescriptions, and treatment plans.
Your geriatric provider also acts as an advocate and supporter for you. He not only addresses your medical needs, but he also ensures your home environment and caretakers contribute to your best interests.
Dr. Orr takes the time to really listen to your concerns and takes a watchful position over your health to ensure you’re able to live your best life.
If you’re looking for compassionate geriatric care in the Claremont, California, area, contact Dr. Orr online or over the phone for an appointment today.
