Geriatrics
Research and innovation from experts in geriatrics at Vanderbilt Health

Novel Respiratory Support Device on Path to Patients
Team led by lung transplant pioneer is developing a wearable device to replace ECMO and dependency on ICU care.
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Physicians Dial up Dementia Specialists for Enhanced Support
Dementia care model offering expert support to primary care physicians is ripe for replication.

Coma in Critically Ill Raises Risk of Mortality
Study characterizes mortality of patients who develop various forms of brain dysfunction while undergoing critical illness.

Highly Targeted DBS Yields Benefit in Advanced Parkinson’s
Findings on outcomes of early ‘sweet spot’ stimulation in long-term users of deep-brain stimulation.
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Anticipating Relapse in Late-life Depression
Study explores questions regarding the recurrence of depression following treatment.

Seeking Shorter Routes Between Research and Patient Care
A new center to expand the real-world impact of Veterans Affairs research.

Acute Services Lacking for Rural Veterans
VA-funded initiative seeks to improve the quality and accessibility of emergency care for rural veterans.

Is a Cure for Achalasia on the Horizon?
Phase 3 trial is underway to test whether a shingles medication brings relief to swallowing disorder patients.

Conversational Format Encourages End-of-Life Planning
A new style of advanced-care planning packet helped increase the number of patients with advance directives in the EMR.

90 Minutes to Tremor Relief with Focused Ultrasound
Improved visualization for higher accuracy is among the suite of advantages for patients seeking noninvasive treatment of tremor.