AAFP Geriatric Medicine Edition 13 (Videos + PDFs)

Comprehensive Geriatric Care Education for Family Physicians and Primary Care Clinicians

AAFP Geriatric Medicine Edition 13 is a comprehensive continuing medical education program developed to help healthcare professionals effectively manage the complex medical, functional, cognitive, and psychosocial issues encountered in older adults. As the aging population continues to grow, primary care clinicians play a critical role in delivering coordinated, evidence-based geriatric care that improves quality of life, preserves independence, and optimizes health outcomes.

This educational program provides practical guidance on diagnosing, treating, and managing common geriatric conditions while helping clinicians address the unique challenges associated with aging, chronic disease management, cognitive decline, polypharmacy, end-of-life care, and preventive medicine.

Format: Videos + PDFs

Course Overview

Older adults frequently present with multiple chronic diseases, functional limitations, cognitive disorders, and complex social needs that require a patient-centered and multidisciplinary approach to care. This course equips clinicians with the knowledge and tools necessary to navigate these challenges while maintaining a focus on evidence-based medicine and compassionate communication.

Through expert-led lectures, clinical reviews, and practical management strategies, participants learn how to improve diagnosis, treatment planning, patient education, and care coordination for elderly patients across a broad range of clinical settings.

Target Audience

This course is ideal for:

Physicians

• Family Medicine Physicians

• Internal Medicine Physicians

• Geriatricians

• Primary Care Physicians

• Hospitalists

• Hospice and Palliative Care Physicians

Advanced Practice Providers

• Nurse Practitioners

• Physician Assistants

Allied Health Professionals

• Nurses

• Care Coordinators

• Social Workers

• Pharmacists

• Healthcare Professionals involved in geriatric care

Who Will Benefit Most

Particularly valuable for clinicians seeking:

• Geriatric Medicine CME

• Healthy Aging Strategies

• Chronic Disease Management

• Dementia and Alzheimer’s Education

• Hospice and Palliative Care Training

• Primary Care Updates

• Preventive Geriatrics

• Patient-Centered Care Approaches

Learning Objectives

Upon completion of this activity, participants should be able to:

• Improve adherence to evidence-based clinical guidelines for geriatric conditions

• Develop effective diagnostic and treatment plans for common geriatric diseases

• Manage chronic medical conditions using evidence-based strategies

• Implement quality improvement and chronic care management tools

• Communicate effectively with elderly patients and their caregivers

• Identify appropriate situations for specialist referral

• Address barriers to treatment adherence and lifestyle modification

• Counsel patients regarding behavioral changes that improve health outcomes

• Enhance care coordination for complex elderly patients

Core Topics Covered

Heart Failure in Older Adults

Key Topics

• Diagnosis and Monitoring

• Guideline-Directed Medical Therapy

• Functional Assessment

• Managing Comorbidities

• Preventing Hospital Readmissions

Chronic Disease Management

Key Topics

• Hypertension

• Diabetes Mellitus

• Chronic Kidney Disease

• Coronary Artery Disease

• Multimorbidity Management

Stroke & Cerebrovascular Disease

Key Topics

• Stroke Prevention

• Secondary Prevention Strategies

• Rehabilitation

• Long-Term Functional Outcomes

Dementia & Alzheimer’s Disease

Key Topics

• Early Recognition

• Diagnostic Evaluation

• Alzheimer’s Disease Management

• Cognitive Assessment Tools

• Caregiver Support

Depression & Behavioral Health

Key Topics

• Late-Life Depression

• Anxiety Disorders

• Mental Health Screening

• Behavioral Interventions

• Pharmacologic Therapy

Hospice & Palliative Care

Key Topics

• Symptom Management

• End-of-Life Care

• Goals of Care Discussions

• Quality of Life Optimization

• Family Counseling

Advance Care Planning

Key Topics

• Advance Directives

• Shared Decision-Making

• Goals of Care Conversations

• Ethical Considerations

Elder Abuse & Neglect

Key Topics

• Recognition of Abuse

• Screening Strategies

• Reporting Requirements

• Patient Protection

Infectious Disease Prevention

Key Topics

• Antibiotic Stewardship

• Appropriate Antibiotic Use

• Vaccine Recommendations

• Preventive Health Strategies

Immunizations in Older Adults

Key Topics

• Influenza Vaccination

• Pneumococcal Vaccines

• Shingles Prevention

• RSV Vaccination

• Adult Immunization Guidelines

Patient Communication & Care Coordination

A major emphasis of this course is improving clinician-patient communication and helping patients navigate complex healthcare decisions.

Key Areas

• Health Literacy

• Cultural Competency

• Family Engagement

• Shared Decision-Making

• Caregiver Communication

• Transitional Care Planning

Chronic Care Management

Practical Strategies Include

• Disease Monitoring

• Medication Optimization

• Polypharmacy Reduction

• Functional Assessment

• Fall Prevention

• Lifestyle Counseling

• Quality Improvement Initiatives

Educational Highlights

Primary Care Focus

Designed specifically for family physicians and clinicians managing older adults in outpatient and inpatient settings.

Evidence-Based Practice

Integrates current guidelines and best practices in geriatric medicine.

Patient-Centered Care

Emphasizes communication, quality of life, and individualized treatment planning.

Comprehensive Scope

Addresses medical, cognitive, behavioral, functional, and social aspects of aging.

Why This Course Stands Out

✔ Comprehensive Geriatric Medicine Review

✔ Family Medicine-Oriented Education

✔ Chronic Disease Management Updates

✔ Dementia & Alzheimer’s Disease Training

✔ Hospice & Palliative Care Education

✔ Advance Care Planning Guidance

✔ Elder Abuse Recognition

✔ Immunization & Preventive Care Updates

✔ Behavioral Health Management

✔ Evidence-Based Clinical Practice

✔ Communication & Care Coordination Skills

✔ Practical Patient Management Strategies

Clinical & Educational Value

AAFP Geriatric Medicine Edition 13 provides healthcare professionals with a practical, evidence-based framework for managing the increasingly complex needs of aging patients. By integrating guideline-based care, chronic disease management, preventive medicine, behavioral health, and compassionate communication, this program helps clinicians deliver higher-quality care while improving patient outcomes and quality of life.