ArticleWhat can we offer patients with mild cognitive impairment?Author:Barbara J. Messinger-Rapport, MD, PhDPublish date: October 1, 2015Physicians can promote healthy nutrition, physical activity, socialization, and mental activity, but no drug is approved for it.Read More
ArticleIn reply: Risk of fallsAuthor:Barbara J. Messinger-Rapport, MD, PhDPublish date: August 1, 2015The few studies of helmet use vs no helmet use focused on sports and suggested that the benefit of current helmet design may be more limited than p...Read More
ArticleStand by me! Reducing the risk of injurious falls in older adultsAuthor:Barbara J. Messinger-Rapport, MD, PhDPublish date: May 1, 2015Practitioners can reduce falls by yearly screening and evidence-based interventions.Read More
ArticleWhen should I discuss driving with my older patients?Author:Barbara J. Messinger-Rapport, MD, PhDPublish date: January 1, 2015Discuss driving safety with any patient who is age 80 or older, or who has a high-risk medical condition.Read More
ArticleAdvance care planning: Beyond the living willAuthor:Barbara J. Messinger-Rapport, MD, PhDPublish date: May 1, 2009The living will may not be very useful in many situations—the durable power of attorney is a more versatile document. The authors advocate focusing...Read More
