Division of Geriatric Medicine
College of Medicine - Department of Internal Medicine

Patient Information

Geriatric Medicine Clinics are offered by physicians within the division of Geriatric Medicine, at the University of South Florida College of Medicine. Physicians in training and/or medical students may be present during part of the clinic assessment process. Other health professionals (SW, PT, OT, ARNP) may participate as needed. The program focuses on comprehensive care for older adults with multiple co-morbid medical problems, multiple medications, and other difficulties often found in older frail patients.

During the clinic the Physician will conduct a comprehensive history, and physical examination, including a functional and psycho-social review. This may include obtaining additional information from other medical assessments and family members if available. A typical clinic assessment will take between 40 minutes to 1 hour and will often require additional assessments including laboratory and radiographic tests.

Suncoast Gerontology Center

The Suncoast Gerontology Center has the ability to provide services such as neuropsychological testing, family caregiver training and support and access to clinical trials.

Johnnie B. Byrd Sr. Alzheimer's Center and Research Institute, and the Florida Alzheimer's Disease Research center

The Johnnie B. Byrd Center is useful for older adults experiencing problems such as depression or neuropsychiatric problems accompanying dementia.

Senior Adult Oncology Program (SAOP) at the H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center

The SAOP Program provides an innovative approach to the care of adults aged 70 and older, believing that older persons do benefit from cancer treatment.

James A. Haley VA Medical Center

The James A. Haley VA offers multiple interdisciplinary geriatric clinical services for older veterans including the Patient Safety Center.

CLINICS:

Dr. Alejandro Jaen-Vinuales, MD
(Clinic at 12901 Bruce B. Downs Blvd. Zone E)
For appointments, call (813) 974-4115
After hours or messages, call (813) 974-2201
Clinic days: Tues, Weds, Thurs. 8:30-11:00 A.M.
Cathy Young, ARNP-clinic day is Thursdays 8:30 - 11 a.m.
 
(Office at 4 Columbia Drive-Harbourside Medical Tower, Suite 725)
For Appointments, call (813) 974-4115   
After hours or messages, call (813) 974-2201
Clinic days:  Thursday 1-4:00 PM.
Valerie Morales, ARNP-Clinic day is Wednesday from 8:30-11:30 a.m.
Jean Venturino, ARNP-Clinic day is Wednesday from 8:30-11:30 a.m.
 
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