Geriatric Psychiatry

Services Offered:

1. Comprehensive Psychiatric Assessment:

• Thorough evaluation of mental health symptoms, cognitive function, medical
  history, medications, and psychosocial factors in elderly patients.
• Diagnostic assessments for mood disorders, anxiety disorders, psychotic
  disorders, cognitive disorders, and other mental health conditions commonly seen
  in older adults.

2. Medication Management:

• Prescription and management of psychotropic medications, including
  antidepressants, anxiolytics, mood stabilizers, antipsychotics, and cognitive
  enhancers.
• Monitoring for medication efficacy, side effects, drug interactions, and adherence
  to treatment regimens in elderly patients.

3. Psychotherapy and Counseling:

• Individual psychotherapy and counseling sessions to address emotional distress,
  adjustment difficulties, grief, loss, and interpersonal conflicts in elderly patients.
• Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), supportive therapy, problem-solving
  therapy, and other evidence-based psychotherapeutic interventions tailored to the
  needs of older adults.

4. Cognitive Assessment and Dementia Evaluation:

• Evaluation of cognitive function, memory, attention, and executive function to
  assess for cognitive impairment, dementia syndromes, and neurocognitive
  disorders.
• Differential diagnosis, staging, and management of Alzheimer's disease, vascular
  dementia, Lewy body dementia, and other types of dementia in elderly patients.

5. Geriatric Depression and Anxiety Management:

• Diagnosis and management of depression and anxiety disorders in elderly
  patients, including major depressive disorder, generalized anxiety disorder, and
  panic disorder.
• Implementation of pharmacotherapy, psychotherapy, lifestyle modifications, and
  behavioral interventions to alleviate symptoms and improve quality of life.

6. Psychosocial Support and Caregiver Education:

• Psychosocial support, counseling, and education for elderly patients and their
  caregivers to address emotional, social, and practical concerns associated with
  mental health disorders.
• Supportive interventions to enhance coping skills, resilience, social engagement, and community integration in older adults.

7. Suicide Risk Assessment and Prevention:

• Evaluation of suicide risk factors, suicidal ideation, and self-harm behaviors in
  elderly patients experiencing mental health crises or psychiatric emergencies.
• Implementation of suicide prevention strategies, safety planning, crisis
  intervention, and referral to appropriate mental health resources.

8. Memory Clinics and Cognitive Rehabilitation Programs:

• Specialized memory clinics and cognitive rehabilitation programs to provide
  comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, and management of memory and cognitive
  disorders in elderly patients.
• Cognitive training exercises, memory aids, and compensatory strategies to
  improve cognitive function and promote independence in daily activities.

9. Geriatric Psychiatry Consultation-Liaison Services:

• Consultation-liaison services to collaborate with medical and surgical teams in the
  assessment and management of psychiatric symptoms, delirium, and behavioral
  disturbances in elderly patients admitted to hospital settings.
• Integration of psychiatric care with medical care to optimize treatment outcomes,
  prevent complications, and enhance patient and caregiver satisfaction.

10. Community Outreach and Education:

• Outreach programs, educational workshops, and public awareness campaigns to
  promote mental health literacy, destigmatize mental illness, and increase access to
  mental health services for older adults and their families.

Geriatric Psychiatry Services at Vrudhya in Zymus Hospital are delivered by a compassionate
and experienced team of mental health professionals who are dedicated to providing
personalized, evidence-based care to address the complex needs of elderly patients with mental
health disorders. We strive to enhance the mental well-being, functional independence, and
overall quality of life for older adults through comprehensive psychiatric assessment, treatment,
and support services.