As patients age, their medical needs become more complex, requiring specialized care from healthcare professionals who understand the unique challenges of aging. Dr. Lukner is a highly trained geriatric medicine specialist who works with a multidisciplinary team to provide comprehensive care tailored to the needs of older adults. From managing chronic conditions to providing emotional support, Dr. Lukner's approach to geriatric medicine is designed to help patients maintain their independence and quality of life. Learn more about his services and how he works with patients and their families to develop personalized care plans.
For older patients, Dr. Lukner provides care tailored toward the care of older adults and addresses the unique health needs of elderly patients. He works with a multidisciplinary team of healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive care to older adults. Dr. Lukner is trained to manage complex medical problems and care for patients with multiple chronic conditions, such as dementia, heart disease, and diabetes.
Dr. Lukner performs, coordinates, and orders health check-ups, nutritional counseling, physical therapy, social work services, personalized care plans, and medication management. These services are designed to help elderly patients maintain their independence and quality of life. Dr. Lukner recognizes that older adults have unique medical needs and require a different approach to care than younger patients. He works closely with patients and their families to develop a personalized care plan addressing their needs.
Dr. Lukner prevents and manages age-related conditions. He identifies risk factors for conditions such as falls, depression, and cognitive decline and develops strategies to prevent these conditions from occurring. Dr. Lukner also works closely with other healthcare professionals, such as physical therapists, occupational therapists, and social workers, to ensure that patients receive the best possible care.
In addition to providing medical care, Dr. Lukner emotionally supports his patients. He understands that aging can be challenging and that many older adults may experience isolation and loneliness. Dr. Lukner works to build strong relationships with their patients and provide emotional support to help them cope with the challenges of aging.
Overall, Dr. Lukner brings a unique set of skills and knowledge. He is trained to provide comprehensive care to older adults and to help them maintain their independence and quality of life. His work is essential for ensuring that elderly patients receive the best possible care and support.