Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
How to set up a senior health care program for pets
By Fortney, William D·Published in The Veterinary clinics of North America. Small animal practice·2012·Department of Pathobiology and Diagnostic Medicine, United States·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: Implementing a successful senior/geriatric health care program for veterinarians, veterinary technicians, and office managers.
Plain-English summary
Veterinary care for older pets is becoming increasingly important, as more practices are starting to offer specialized programs for senior animals. These programs help veterinarians and their teams identify health issues early on, which can lead to better treatment options and outcomes for older pets. Currently, about half of small animal veterinary practices have some form of care specifically designed for senior pets, and this number is on the rise. By implementing these programs, veterinarians can provide better support and management for the unique health needs of aging pets. Overall, these initiatives are helping to improve the health and well-being of older animals.
Abstract
Geriatrics and gerontology have emerged as one of the fastest growing portions of a progressive small animal practice. A critical component of geriatric medicine is a senior/geriatric health care program with senior profiling. Fifty percent of small animal practices have some form of senior/geriatric health care program and the percentage is growing. Armed with the knowledge gleaned from a successful health care program, the progressive veterinarian is better positioned to prevent and/or manage problems in the earliest stages, increasing the options available plus improving the overall outcome.
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