The Ryder Albania Association continues the training of family doctors and nurses in Shkodër for the provision of medical care for the elderly.
Some of the main topics being treated are: osteoporosis, falls, dementia, depression, urinary incontinence, nutrition and weight problems, rational prescription of drugs. Participants are also being introduced to elderly patient assessment instruments and treatment modalities.
These trainings aim to familiarize and train family doctors and nurses to implement the guidelines, medication protocols and clinical instruments contained in the manual “Medical care for the elderly in Primary Health Care”.
Trainings are accredited by ASCK and supported by Health For All Project.
