Age-friendly care in the Veterans Health Administration: past, present, and future

Editorial Material Education, Scientific Disciplines

Academic Medical Centers and the US Department of Veterans Affairs: A 75-Year Partnership Influences Medical Education, Scientific Discovery, and Clinical Care

Ismene L. Petrakis et al.

Summary: The historic academic affiliation program between the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs and academic medical centers has reached its 75th anniversary, greatly influencing medical education, research, and clinical care in the United States. This article commemorates the anniversary by highlighting the areas in medicine that the partnership has impacted. The authors share examples of effective collaborations and reflect on limitations, while also discussing potential areas for future collaboration.

ACADEMIC MEDICINE (2022)

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Article Gerontology

Evidence for the 4Ms: Interactions and Outcomes across the Care Continuum

Kedar Mate et al.

Summary: The research reviewed evidence supporting the 4M framework for older adult care, including what matters, medication, mentation, and mobility. Asking about important matters at the outset of care planning was found to improve psychological and physiological health status in older adults, and specific strategies were proposed to address overprescription and prevent fall risks.

JOURNAL OF AGING AND HEALTH (2021)

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Article Health Care Sciences & Services