Based on the popular format of Ferri's CLINICAL ADVISOR, this text provides a comprehensive, quick reference for the examination and care of geriatric patients. Five separate sections - covering everything from diseases and disorders to prevention guidelines - focus on the special considerations presented by this growing segment of the patient population. Three appendices provide critical, at-your-fingertip information for evaluating and managing the geriatric patient. The book/website/PDA package includes customizable Patient Teaching Guides to further establish the important clinician - patient relationship. A formulary appendix - in both print and online - makes this a convenient and complete resource for geriatric point-of-care diagnosis and treatment.