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Acute geriatrics in Ehingen: Successful therapy for older patients!
Find out how the acute geriatrics department at the Alb-Donau-Klinikum Ehingen has been helping older patients become more independent since 2015.
Acute geriatrics in Ehingen: Successful therapy for older patients!
In Cologne, acute geriatrics is causing a stir because older patients benefit more than ever from timely and individual care. This specialized department has established itself as an essential part of medical care in recent years and offers a valuable point of contact for older people who want to get back on their feet quickly after a hospital stay.
The acute geriatric ward at the Alb-Donau-Klinikum Ehingen, which was launched as a pilot project a good ten years ago, relies on early rehabilitative care. swp.de reports that every year a remarkable proportion - more precisely 20 percent - of patients are able to live independently at home again after their treatment. Due to the close integration with geriatric rehabilitation, the treatment results are considered particularly successful, as patients receive intensive therapy with up to 20 therapy units for at least 14 days.
Growing needs and planned expansions
With the opening of a clinic for internal medicine and geriatrics in 2019, which has 25 beds, the ever-growing need for geriatric care was better met. Another new building with five additional beds is already planned to further increase the care capacity. As of today, it appears that around two thirds of geriatric patients suffer from multiple illnesses, while the remaining third have internal problems. This finding is also reflected in the multifunctional requirements placed on the treatment.
The department also stands out for its protected atmosphere, which is particularly suitable for people with cognitive disabilities. donkliniken.de adds that acute geriatrics offers a mixture of medical and nursing expertise that is tailored to the needs of older people.
Collaboration for holistic care
An interdisciplinary team ensures that patients receive the best possible care. From medicine and physiotherapy to occupational therapy and nursing, we work hand in hand to restore independence in everyday life. The Robert Bosch Hospital has established itself as a certified center for geriatric traumatology, which covers the entire range of geriatrics in close cooperation with orthopedics and trauma surgery. rbk.de emphasizes that research projects in this area are complemented by numerous national and international collaborations, which means that the latest research can quickly be incorporated into practical therapy.
Acute geriatrics not only aims to create individual treatment plans, but also to sustainably increase the quality of life of older people. In Cologne and beyond it is clear how important flexible and comprehensive geriatric care options are in our aging society. The demand for such facilities will undoubtedly continue to increase, which is why clinics are required to continually review their offerings and adapt them if necessary.