Geriatric services at Barnes-Jewish Hospital provide a continuum of services for older adults. The Washington University physicians at Barnes-Jewish Hospital offer a wide range of medical and surgical programs, disease prevention and health promotion services to help older adults maintain health and quality of life.
In addition to outpatient services, the Barnes-Jewish Hospital physicians also care for patients through the following clinical services:
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In-patient hospital consultation service
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Physician services at Parc Provence and Sunrise of Chesterfield
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Outpatient Consultation Services at the Center for Advanced Medicine
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Alzheimer’s Treatment Unit in collaboration with the Department of Neurology at Washington University
Treatment
Common problems our specialists treat include:
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Memory loss and confusion
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Depression and anxiety
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Osteoporosis and falls
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Medication problems or side effects
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Poor appetite or weight loss
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Decreased ability to perform daily activities
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Concerns about current living situation