Long Island University

Diagnosis and management of acute hyperkalaemia

Abstract Hyperkalaemia is a common and potentially life threatening electrolyte abnormality because of its association with malignant cardiac arrhythmias and sudden cardiac arrest. This condition is frequently encountered across acute and chronic care settings and disproportionat...

Why Do Residents Pursue Fellowship Training in Geriatric Medicine?

ABSTRACT Background Despite the important role of Geriatricians in our society, there is a shortage of Geriatric Medicine specialists. This study surveyed fellows enrolled in ACGME approved Geriatric Medicine fellowships in the United States for insight into why they joined a Ger...