Dr. Olamide Advocates Structured Geriatric Care for Families

Dr. Akinlawon Olamide, the Medical Coordinator at Victoria Island Medical Centre, OneHealth by AXA, has urged families to implement structured healthcare plans for ageing parents. In an interview with The PUNCH, he highlighted the challenges faced by working adults who are responsible for their elderly parents while managing careers and raising children.

Olamide explained that geriatric care involves more than hospital visits; it includes managing medications, scheduling appointments, and monitoring health conditions. He stressed the importance of regular health assessments to identify changes and potential health concerns early.

Olamide advocated for a holistic approach to geriatric care, considering not only medical conditions but also mobility, nutrition, mental well-being, and available support. He warned against waiting for emergencies to address healthcare needs and emphasized that preventive care allows for better planning.

To assist families, OneHealth by AXA has introduced a Geriatric wellness package aimed at improving the care of elderly relatives.