Aging comes with multiple health problems, and seeking care from different doctors and experts can become overwhelming at some point. Liaquat National Hospital understands this issue and has introduced comprehensive Elderly Healthcare Services. Under these services, we have a team of experts across multiple specialties, consisting of consultant, physiotherapist, nutritionist and psychologist who thoroughly assess and provide consultation in a single visit at the same location.
Elderly healthcare services are designed to help and provide medical assistance to our senior patients. Our goal is to meet our senior patients' needs under one roof, so that they can receive comprehensive care in one convenient location.
We aim to provide comprehensive care with convenience, accessibility, and efficiency.
Services
Doctor’s Assessment
Our experienced consultants perform comprehensive health assessments of geriatric patients. The initial health check is done to assess their physical, psychosocial, nutritional, and functional health status and customize their treatment plan accordingly.
In case of a referral or shared care is indicated, a multidisciplinary team of consultants gets involved to take timely and appropriate measures.
The problems and conditions that are commonly addressed include: Read more...
- Common old age problems like urinary incontinence, disturbed sleep, vision and hearing problems, feeding problem, and frailty
- Difficulty in walking/ fall risk assessment and prevention
- Impaired memory and cognition (dementia and delirium)
- Low mood, depression, and anxiety
- Chronic medical issues (diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, etc.)
- Advice regarding screening for cancers
- Polypharmacy (evaluating patients who are taking multiple medications)
- Vaccination record review and advice
Psychological Assessment
At Liaquat National Hospital, we understand that mental health issues are of significant concern for our elderly patients diagnosed with conditions like dementia, Parkinson’s disease, Neuropathy, and Myopathy or any other social reason. Our team of mental health professionals is dedicated to improve the overall well-being and quality of life of our elderly population through counselling services, social connections, and treatments. We provide a non-judgmental and impartial listening ear to address their concerns and offer practical and emotional assistance.
Nutritional Assessment
As we age, changes in energy requirements, lifestyle variations, and age-related illnesses, including dental health, depression, difficulty in chewing and swallowing, taste and smell issues, and lack of interest in meals indicates specific nutritional requirements to maintain overall health. Adopting a healthy lifestyle and maintaining a healthy eating schedule is important. We offer one-on-one consultations with our experienced nutritionist. A complete balanced diet plan is prepared according to the patient’s health condition, age, and weight. Our senior patients can have a chance to improve their health and enjoy delicious and nutritious meals by following a proper diet.
Physiotherapy Assessment
Our elderly patients, whether recovering from a physical injury, experiencing mobility issues, or finding daily tasks painful or difficult, can benefit from our physiotherapist consultation. Our physiotherapist help them to develop, maintain, and restore maximum movement and functional ability.
They assess your abilities to help improve mobility and physical comfort. Physiotherapist may analyse gait, strength, movement, balance and play a vital role in advising on fall prevention. Older individuals can also receive management therapy among other treatments, such as group exercise classes.
Frequently Asked Questions
You can get the information by calling us on 021-34413199 & 0300-0653213. One of our representative will answer your queries.
You can get yourself registered by calling us on 021-34413199 & 0300-0653213. Registration should be done at least a day prior to the appointment.
There is no restriction. You can avail this service as many times as you want.
Yes, an approval letter of the company will be required to avail Comprehensive Elderly Healthcare Services.
Yes, one get to see all four specialist every time they visit to avail elderly healthcare services. However, there will be brief consultations. For further follow-up consultation, one must consult a specialist in their respective outpatient clinic.
Contact Details
Please call us on 021-34413199 & 0300-0653213
Clinic Timings: Monday to Saturday, 11:00 am to 1:00 pm
Location: Senior Citizens Primary Care Unit
