Association for Elderly Medicine Education

Dr Nichola Pugh teaches us the 'what', 'why', 'who' and 'how' of hypothermia. Learn about why the elderly are more susceptible to it and what we can do to prevent it rather than treat it. Thanks Ni...

Dr Carly Welch gives us a a clear and simple explanation as to why evidence based medicine (EBM) is as important in the field of geriatric medicine as it is in other medical specialties. Learn abou...

Dr Pete Brock talks to us about bone protection therapy. He focuses on diagnosing osteoporosis including risk factors, treatment options and what you need to tell patients! Enjoy!

In this transatlantic Mini-Gem, Dr Raman Srivastava and Dr Paul Blackburn of the University of British Columbia, Canada take us through late life depression. They focus on how to recognise it, when...

In the final part of this mini-gem series, Dr Honey Thomas takes us through how to investigate and manage heart failure with preserved ejection fraction including what to look for on an echocardiog...

In part 1 of two-part this mini-gem series, consultant cardiologist Dr Honey Thomas takes us through what is meant by heart failure with preserved ejection fraction. She talks about signs and sympt...

Dr Kate Howorth provides an overview of Parkinson’s Disease, and discusses the impact on the African population

Dr Kate Howorth discusses the issues surrounding dementia in an African population

An overview of issues relating to Geriatric Medicine and Ageing in Africa

Mr Michael Courtney gives us a surgical viewpoint on how to recognise and manage ileus and bowel obstruction on care of the elderly wards, including when to refer to the surgical team.

Dr Nick Saxton takes us through the decision-making process of choosing whether to recommend anticoagulation to patients in atrial fibrillation (AF), and the pros and cons of warfain and NOACs (dab...

Dr Laura Butler provides a practical guide to visual assessment, with a particular focus on common problems in older people, and advice about when to refer to ophthalmology

Vicky Gibson takes us on a journey through the world of low sodium, telling us why it happens, how to investigate and treat it, and when to worry. Everything you ever needed to know about hyponatra...

Ever found yourself wondering how to manage essential dopaminergic medications in patients with Parkinson’s Disease who can’t swallow? Wonder no more, as Dr James Fisher guides you through the basi...

Dr Sabiha Ali has your back! In this Mini-GEM she discusses the important points in the history and examination of older patients with back pain, and guides us through some principles of management

Dr Andrew McGregor provides a brief overview of myeloma and myeloproliferative disorders, including when to consider the diagnosis and how to investigate in older patients

Professor David Oliver discusses his top 'banned words and phrases' within Geriatric Medicine, and explains why we should try to think differently about the way we refer to older people and their p...

Dr Richard Thomson talks about how to diagnose, assess and manage surgical problems in older people, and how to communicate with the surgical team to achieve the best outcomes for your patients.

Dr Henry Woodford provides an overview of the causes of urinary incontinence in frail older people, and suggests how to investigate and manage this important problem

Dr James Fisher provides a recap of BPPV and describes how to treat it by performing the Epley Manoeuvre

Dr Helen Chamberlain presents this practical guide to fluid balance in older patients, and how junior medical staff should approach the request for ‘fluids please’

In this Mini-GEM, Dr Frances Tanner takes us through the decision-making process with respect to DNACPR decisions, including legal, ethical and practical aspects, and the latest guidance from the R...

Dr Selina Sangha discusses atypical clinical presentations in elderly patients, including why they happen and what to watch out for.

In this Mini-GEM, James Fisher gives an overview of the mechanisms behind BPPV, and the assessment of vertigo, including the Hallpike test

Dr Fionnuala Johnston takes you on a whistlestop tour of mental capacity, including how, why, and when to carry out an assessment, as well as an overview of the Mental Capacity Act and Deprivation ...

In this Mini-GEM, Dr Jonathan Pickard presents a practical approach to end of life care, and discusses the clinical priorities that are needed following the withdrawal of the Liverpool Care Pathway...

Dr Peter Brock presents a summary of what to expect from your job as a junior doctor on an Elderly Care ward, how to make the most out of it, and top tips for success

This Mini-GEM highlights the hidden truths behind the non-diagnosis of "acopia", encouraging deeper exploration of issues and and explaining why the term should never be used.

This Mini-GEM provides a concise overview of the recognition and management of constipation in older patients

This MiniGEM explains how and when to diagnose UTI in older patients, and common pitfalls to avoid!

This MiniGEM provides a case study to illustrate the important points to consider when looking after patients with dementia in hospital.

Got an elderly patient on lots of medications? This MiniGEM provides an introduction to polypharmacy, prescribing cascades, and rational prescribing in the elderly.

This MiniGEM outlines the important things to consider when you've been asked to assess a patient who has had a fall on the ward.

A concise guide to recognising, diagnosing, and managing delirium in hospital, with links to further useful resources.

A 6 minute summary for junior doctors and non-specialists, focusing on what to do if you suspect your patient might have Parkinson's disease.

A Mini-GEM about stroke thrombolysis. Aimed at (predominantly junior) non-specialist practitioners in the UK.