University Medical Center of El Paso earns top geriatric care accreditations, enhancing elderly patient care.

The University Medical Center of El Paso has received two recognitions for its geriatric care: Level 3 Geriatric Emergency Department Accreditation from the American College of Emergency Physicians and a Level 2 Age-Friendly Recognition from the Institute of Healthcare Improvement. To achieve these, UMC introduced specialized training for staff and screenings for risks like cognitive impairment and falls. The center also focuses on the "4Ms" to enhance care for older adults: What Matters, Medication, Mentation, and Mobility.

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