Geriatrics

As you get older, your medical needs change. At Southeastern Health and Wellness in Malone, Florida, Hannah Tolar, MSN, FNP-C, specializes in the unique challenges the elderly face in their health care. She offers comprehensive geriatric services to help you manage existing medical conditions and preserve your health. To learn more about available geriatric care services, schedule a consultation online or by phone today. Telehealth appointments may also be available.

Why should I consider geriatrics?

Geriatrics focuses on the unique physical and mental health needs people face as they get older. You should consider a geriatric care consultation if you’re 65 or older, whether you’re in good health or have existing medical issues.

Hannah has extensive experience in assisting older people with a variety of health and lifestyle issues. She focuses on protecting your existing health and reducing your risk for chronic diseases, falls, and mental health disorders relating to aging.

Hannah provides high-quality, continuous care that you can rely on as you age. She continues to track changes in your health and treat new symptoms proactively to prevent complications from heart disease, high blood pressure, and other age-related conditions.

What geriatric services are available?

Southeastern Health and Wellness offers comprehensive geriatric services in-office to assist you in many areas of your life. These services include:

• Routine physicals
• Preventive screenings
• Fall risk assessments
• Medication management
  

The practice also offers nutritional counseling to help you improve your diet and exercise suggestions to keep you physically active and strong.

What can I expect during a geriatric consultation?

When you meet with Hannah initially, you can expect her to spend time getting to know your medical history and current health needs. You receive a physical exam to identify areas of tenderness, pain, or swelling that may indicate an underlying health issue.

You may also need blood work or other diagnostic testing to evaluate your cholesterol levels, blood sugar levels, and other important details about your health during your initial appointment. You might also need testing if you’re currently taking medication to treat an existing health issue.

Hannah will also discuss your safety at home and may do a risk assessment for falls, neglect, and age-related mental health issues. She can recommend a timeline for follow-up visits where they continue to monitor your health.

If you or a loved one needs high-quality geriatrics, call Southeastern Health and Wellness to request an appointment or schedule one through the online booking feature today. You can also request a telehealth consultation.