Dale P. Murphy, MD

February 01, 2006

An 83-year-old man presents to the emergency department after he fell down his basement stairs and was unable to walk.

September 01, 2005

An 82-year-old woman complains that for the past 6 months, she has "not felt like herself." Previously, she was very active and energetic; in fact, 9 months earlier, she had vacationed in Hawaii. It now takes all of her energy just to get out of bed.

May 01, 2005

A 65-year-old woman with well-controlled hypertension comes in for a routine checkup. During the past 10 years, she has gained 25 lb and lost 1.5 inches in height.

April 01, 2005

What steps can older patients take now to improve their health and quality of life and maintain their independence?