A model for the shared care of elderly patients with cancer.
A model of care for elderly patients with cancer is suggested that incorporates the concept of shared care by various disciplines but in particular the oncologist and primary care provider or geriatrician. Degrees of participation will vary over time, depending upon the needs of the patient and family.
Cohen
Harvey Jay
HJ
Department of Medicine, Duke University Medical Center, Durham, North Carolina 27710, USA. cohen015@mc.duke.edu
D000368:Aged; D005853:Geriatrics / Q000458:organization & administration*; D006801:Humans; D008495:Medical Oncology / Q000458:organization & administration*; D017146:Models, Organizational; D009369:Neoplasms / Q000150:complications / Q000175:diagnosis* / Q000628:therapy*; D010348:Patient Care Team / Q000458:organization & administration*; D011320:Primary Health Care / Q000458:organization & administration*