COVID-19 vaccinations available for 12 years and older - More information here. CALL 551-996-1140 AboutLocationsTeamServicesPatient ResourcesAcademic ProgramsResearchAwards & Accreditations Home › Services › Internal Medicine › Internal Medicine Services › Geriatric Medicine The experienced geriatric medicine specialists at Hackensack University Medical Center help older adults manage the aging process — treating acute and chronic medical conditions while helping patients maximize their independence and quality of life. Our services range from wellness and prevention, to consultation and ongoing primary care, to specialized hospital, home and hospice care. We also focus on conditions commonly associated with aging, including falls, confusion and dementia, osteoporosis, issues with physical function, perioperative care and decisions regarding care. Our team of geriatric medicine specialists provides care in a variety of settings, including outpatient, inpatient, and in a long-term care or rehabilitation facility. We also enable seamless transitions between outpatient care settings, emergency care, inpatient hospital stays, and, if needed, rehabilitation and post-acute care, assisted living, and long-term care. Led by Manisha Parulekar, M.D., FACP, CMD — who is board-certified in internal medicine, geriatric medicine, and palliative and hospice medicine — our geriatric medicine specialists provide an exceptional patient experience, high-quality patient centered care, patient education and outreach. Providing Comprehensive Care We work closely with older adults and their caregivers to: Help individuals maintain an active and engaged lifestyle Manage the physical, emotional and social aspects of aging We provide comprehensive care for adults from later-middle age to over 100. Our goal is to help you address the aging process, while maximizing functionality as well as quality of life. Our services range from wellness, prevention, consultation, and primary care to specialized hospital care. We enable seamless transitions between outpatient care settings, emergency care, inpatient hospital stays, and, if needed, rehabilitation care. The geriatrics program at Hackensack and its staff have received national and regional recognition for providing comprehensive, patient-centered geriatric care. Join Our Team You may also be interested in Geriatric Medicine Hackensack University Medical Center's Geriatric team is committed to providing an exceptional geriatric patient experience through patient-centered care, education, research and community outreach. All levels of care Home Care Home health care is often appropriate for elderly patients with congestive heart failure (CHF), COPD, diabetes, orthopedic recovery, stroke, chronic kidney disease, wound care, dementia and behavioral health needs. Gain confidence and independence Neurosciences Hackensack University Medical Center’s Neuroscience Institute brings together clinical experts, advanced technology, innovative treatments, and patient-centered care to effectively manage and treat conditions of the brain, spine, and nervous system. An Interdisciplinary Approach Palliative Medicine One of New Jersey’s largest providers of dedicated comprehensive diagnostic and therapeutic pain management services. Personalized Pain Management © 2021 Hackensack Meridian Health About Us Careers Classes & Events Contact Us Donate Financial Practices Patients & Visitors Privacy Terms & Conditions