Older adult and perioperative medicine
Medical preparation and recovery support around musculoskeletal care.
Older adult and perioperative medicine considers the whole person before, during and after treatment, including medical conditions, medicines, frailty, cognition, falls, recovery needs and the goal of maintaining independence.
Medical optimisation
Review health conditions, medicines and risks that may affect treatment or recovery.
Frailty and function
Consider mobility, strength, falls risk and the support needed to recover safely.
Cognition and communication
Identify memory, delirium or decision-support needs that may influence planning and follow-up.
Connected recovery
Coordinate physician, orthopaedic, nursing and rehabilitation roles around the same goals.
When this service may help
Practical specialist medicine for more complex treatment journeys.
A current referral is generally required for a specialist physician appointment. The service may be relevant before surgery, after fracture or illness, or when medical complexity is affecting recovery.
Preparation for surgery
Review health, medicines, function and support needs before a planned musculoskeletal procedure.
Frailty and reduced reserve
Clarify how strength, mobility, nutrition and broader health may affect treatment and recovery.
Falls, cognition and medicines
Consider factors that may increase falls, confusion, medicine-related risk or difficulty following the plan.
Recovery and maintaining independence
Support coordinated recovery after fracture, surgery or illness with attention to practical home and function goals.
Connected roles
Medical care works alongside the relevant musculoskeletal pathway.
Older Adult and Perioperative Care
See how physician, orthopaedic, nursing and rehabilitation roles connect.
Explore pathway →Clinical supportNursing and Post-operative Care
Preparation, review and communication through treatment and recovery.
Explore service →Strength and balanceExercise Physiology
Support strength, balance, function and confidence before and after treatment.
Explore service →Recent injuryFractures and Injuries
Prompt assessment for suitable injuries, with escalation according to need.
Explore pathway →Your next step
Request a referred specialist appointment or ask Patient Services for guidance.
Bring the current referral and relevant medical information. Patient Services can explain the practical booking process.