Geriatric Care
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Older adults and their families
Geriatric Care by telehealth
Older adults often juggle several conditions, many medications and a long list of specialists. Geriatric Care pulls that together, with family or caregivers welcome on the call.
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Practice provider: Charles Wade, FNP-BC. Information updated October 25, 2026.
Visit details
Visits cover chronic conditions, changes in memory, mood, sleep or mobility, and the practical side of staying independent. Caregivers can join with the patient’s permission.
After a hospital stay or ER visit, a follow-up visit reviews what changed, reconciles medications and plans next steps.
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Conditions we commonly evaluate and treat
Examples, not a complete list. If you do not see your concern, ask us.
High blood pressureType 2 diabetesHigh cholesterolArthritis and joint painOsteoporosis and bone healthChronic kidney disease monitoringHypothyroidismAcid reflux (GERD)ConstipationEnlarged prostate (BPH)Urinary frequency and incontinenceCOPD follow-upHeart condition follow-upAnemia and nutritional deficienciesMemory and cognitive changesDementia care coordinationCaregiver supportDepression, anxiety and griefLoneliness and isolationSleep problems and sleep apnea follow-upFall risk, weakness and mobility changesFrailty and unintended weight loss
Medication review and polypharmacy
- Full medication review and reconciliation
- Finding duplicate medications
- Reviewing side effects
- Dizziness or drowsiness that may come from medications
- Medications that raise fall risk
- Help staying on track with doses
- Over-the-counter medicines and supplements
- Coordinating medication questions with specialists
Aging, independence and coordination
- Fall prevention and home safety
- Nutrition and hydration
- Trouble managing medications
- Caregiver concerns
- Durable medical equipment
- Lab and imaging follow-up
- Specialist referrals
- Follow-up after hospital, ER or urgent care
- Transitions between care settings
More Than a Video Visit
How It Works Your care doesn’t end when the video visit ends.
Wade’s Care First is a full medical practice delivered through telehealth. When it is medically appropriate, we order, prescribe, refer and coordinate the services you would expect from a traditional outpatient practice.
- 1VisitSecure video from your phone or laptop
- 2TestingLabs and imaging ordered near you
- 3ResultsReviewed and explained with you
- 4TreatmentPrescriptions and a plan you helped build
- 5ReferralSpecialists and in-person care when needed
- 6Follow-upContinued care with the same provider
Laboratory testing
Blood work, urine tests, hormone and PSA testing, completed at a lab near you.
Diagnostic imaging
X-rays, ultrasounds, CT scans and MRIs ordered through local imaging centers.
Additional testing
Testing matched to your symptoms, history and plan, including sleep studies when indicated.
Equipment and supplies
Orders for durable medical equipment and supplies when medically necessary.
Specialist referrals
Referrals to cardiology, endocrinology, sleep medicine and more, with your care kept connected.
Prescription management
Prescribing and adjusting medications when clinically appropriate and allowed by law.
Results and follow-up
Every result reviewed with you, explained, and turned into a next step.
GeneSight® Testing
Pharmacogenomic information that may help inform mental-health medication decisions.
Care coordination
Orders and referrals sent to facilities near you, with Wade’s Care First staying involved.
Telehealth when appropriate. In-person services when needed. Coordinated care throughout.
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Geriatric Care in your state
You need to be physically in one of these states during the visit.
Patient Questions
All Patient Questions Questions about geriatric care.
Why is a complete medication list particularly important for older adults?
Multiple prescriptions, supplements and over-the-counter medicines can interact or increase side effects. A comprehensive review helps identify potential concerns.
Can dizziness or falls be discussed during a virtual visit?
Yes. We review the circumstances, medications and possible contributors. Injury, fainting or sudden neurological symptoms may require urgent in-person assessment.
How can home blood pressure readings help an older patient?
A series of readings, including symptoms such as dizziness, may help assess treatment safety. Some patients also need measurements taken while standing.
What should a caregiver prepare for an older adult's visit?
With the patient's permission, a caregiver can provide medication lists, recent readings, records and observations about changes in day-to-day function.
Can poor appetite or unintentional weight loss be evaluated by video?
An initial evaluation is possible, but unexplained weight loss can signal a serious condition and may require laboratory tests, examination or specialist care.
Are sudden memory changes the same as dementia?
No. Sudden confusion can be caused by acute illness, medication effects or other urgent problems. An abrupt change requires prompt medical attention.
Can you discuss safe living arrangements and home support?
Yes. We can review mobility, falls, medication management and caregiving needs and discuss referrals or local resources when appropriate.
What happens after an older adult leaves the hospital?
A follow-up may include reconciling discharge medications, reviewing instructions and coordinating any needed tests, supplies or specialist visits.
Can hearing or vision issues affect a telehealth visit?
Yes. We can plan for better lighting, accessible communication and caregiver assistance when authorized. New severe changes require an in-person evaluation.
When should an older adult bypass telehealth and seek emergency help?
Chest pain, stroke symptoms, severe breathing difficulty, sudden confusion or major injury require emergency care rather than a routine appointment.
Good to know
Services, screening recommendations, testing, treatment options, referrals and prescribing may vary with your age, medical history, symptoms, where you are physically located at the time of the visit, state and federal requirements, insurance requirements, and whether your condition can be safely managed by telehealth. Conditions and services listed here are examples. An appointment does not guarantee a particular diagnosis, a prescription, a controlled medication, hormone therapy, a lab order, an imaging study, a sleep study, a specialist referral, an accommodation letter or a particular treatment. Treatment decisions follow a clinical evaluation and the provider’s judgment.
Practice provider: Charles Wade, FNP-BC. Information updated October 25, 2026.
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