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Dr Prem Naganath - Geriatrician

DR PREM NAGANATH

MBBS, MD(Geriatric Medicine)
Geriatrician
  • Fees: INR 1,600
  • Monday 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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Introduction

Dr. Prem Naganath is specially trained to evaluate and manage the unique healthcare needs and treatment preferences of older people. His major objective is to establish a strong framework for holistic elderly care through comprehensive multidisciplinary assessment and interdisciplinary interventions. He is passionate about teaching, academics and research to provide the best evidence-based care for the older person. He is extensively trained in providing a team-based intervention including a multidisciplinary approach through physiotherapist, dietician and medical social worker. Member of the American Geriatric Society ,British Geriatric Society and Indian Academy of Geriatrics.

Hospital Associations

Jaslok Hospital and Research Centre

Services/Interest

  • Geriatric Syndromes
  • Dementia
  • Urinary Incontinence
  • Orthogeriatrics
  • Perioperative Care of the elderly.

Experience

Dr. Prem Naganath is one of the best Geriatrician in Mumbai with an experience of 8 years in this field. Dr. Prem Naganath practiced Geriatric Medicine, Clinical Assistant Professor at All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi , 2017. Dr. Prem Naganath was a Geriatric Medicine, Senior Resident at All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi , 2014. Dr. Prem Naganath was also a Geriatric Medicine, Clinical Assistant Professor at Amrita Institute of Medical Sciences and Research Centre, Kochi , 2013.

Awards and Recognitions

Poster presentation-first prize and Gold medal. A rare case of pyrexia in elderly. Gericon 2012, Jodhpur. Platform Presentation - First Prize and Gold medal. Study of Clinical profile and Outcome of ICU admissions in Geriatric Population. Gericon 2013, Chennai

Education

MBBS - Mahatma Gandhi Missions Medical College, Mumbai, 2008, MD - Geriatric Medicine - Amrita Institute of Medical Sciences, Kochi, 2013. Assistant Professor - Department of Geriatric Medicine, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi

I Speak

English, Hindi

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Jaslok Hospital And Research Centre Timing

Monday - Friday
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Online Consultations

Monday
11:00 AM - 4:00 PM,4:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Tuesday
11:00 AM - 4:00 PM,4:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Wednesday
11:00 AM - 4:00 PM,5:00 PM - 8:00 PM,9:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Thursday
11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Friday
11:00 AM - 4:00 PM,5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Saturday
8:00 AM - 8:00 PM

Who is Geriatrician?

Geriatrics is a specialty that focuses on health care of old people   A geriatric physician, also called a geriatrician, is a physician who specializes in the diagnosis, prevention and treatment of disorder and disability in older adults. Geriatricians are primary care doctors specially trained in the aging process.

What does a geriatrician do?

As our body change over time, so do our health care needs. Simply put, a geriatrician is a physician with advanced training in geriatric medicine and specialized expertise in caring for senior citizens. They are trained to diagnose and treat diseases in the elderly and identifying and treating problems specific to older adults, such as dementia, falls, confusion, and incontinence. They can also determine which prescriptions are best since some over-the-counter and medicines can have different effects on the elderly.

At what age should I see a geriatrician?

A geriatrician is a specialist doctor who cares for people over the age of 65,  but most people do not need geriatrics expertise in their care until age 70 or 75.

What is the difference between a gerontologist and a geriatrician?

Geriatricians are fully trained doctors who specialize in treating the health problems of older adults, while gerontology is the scientific study of aging and its effect on individuals and their culture. Some gerontologists are researchers who interpret new findings in microbiology and biochemistry that might unlock the physiological secrets of the aging process. Others are caregivers, working directly with seniors and their families. The main difference between the two professions is that geriatricians are fully-trained doctors, and provide direct treatment for age-related diseases. Gerontologists play a more supportive and educational role.

What are the diseases treated by geriatrician?

Dementia, palliative care, arthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, osteoporosis, osteoarthritis, Parkinson's disease, atherosclerosis, heart disease, high blood pressure, and high cholesterol.