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William Woolery DO PhD
Geriatrician | Geriatric Medicine
Dr. William Woolery DO PhD practices Geriatric Medicine in Panama City Beach, FL. Geriatricians prevent, manage, and develop care plans that address the special health problems of the elderly. Dr. Woolery DO PhD works as part of a team with other healthcare providers, to address the natural aging that goes on within the body and to manage multiple medical problems and ensure social support.
42 years
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William Woolery DO PhD
- Panama City Beach, FL
- COMOSU
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What does long term depression do to the brain?
Long term depression increases you risk for anxiety & may increase your risk for the development of Alzheimer's like dementia.
How long does it take to wake up after a heart transplant?
Post-operatively your clinician team will make every effort to wake you up & remove the heart lung machine. You need to talk to your PCP and see if there is any medications they READ MORE
Post-operatively your clinician team will make every effort to wake you up & remove the heart lung machine. You need to talk to your PCP and see if there is any medications they can prescribe for your anxiety.
Does forgetfulness in seniors mean dementia?
Being forgetful does not always equal dementia. However, if the symptoms of short term memory loss, misplacing items & then unable to find them coupled with increased difficulty READ MORE
Being forgetful does not always equal dementia. However, if the symptoms of short term memory loss, misplacing items & then unable to find them coupled with increased difficulty in managing affairs the patient should undergo screening evaluation for underlying dementia.
What is the most energizing antidepressant?
More appropriate would be what antidepressant's are less sedating in the elderly. Most SSRI's have a low side effect profile in the elderly. Understanding the source of the patients READ MORE
More appropriate would be what antidepressant's are less sedating in the elderly. Most SSRI's have a low side effect profile in the elderly.
Understanding the source of the patients depression is important (dementia, Parkinson's disease, hypothyroidism etc).
Understanding the source of the patients depression is important (dementia, Parkinson's disease, hypothyroidism etc).
Is Magnesium good for geriatric anxiety?
There is no scientific evidence that magnesium supplements are useful for treating anxiety.
How can I improve anxiety with medication?
There are several medications that are used specially for generalized anxiety disorder. There is a potential of medication dependency with some of the medications. I recommend READ MORE
There are several medications that are used specially for generalized anxiety disorder. There is a potential of medication dependency with some of the medications. I recommend you discuss this issue with your PCP.
How long can an anxiety attack last?
If you are referring to a "panic episode" these episodes can last seconds to hours even days under certain circumstances. If you are having frequent or prolonged panic episodes READ MORE
If you are referring to a "panic episode" these episodes can last seconds to hours even days under certain circumstances. If you are having frequent or prolonged panic episodes then I would recommend you make an appointment to see your PCP for further evaluation.
Does anxiety worsen with age?
Generalized anxiety disorder may increase with aging. This is particularly true if anxiety is from underlying dementia disorder.
What is prescribed for anxiety and depression?
There are many medications available for elderly males who are exhibiting signs of depression & anxiety. First, the source of the complaints should be identified (dementia? Loss READ MORE
There are many medications available for elderly males who are exhibiting signs of depression & anxiety. First, the source of the complaints should be identified (dementia? Loss of spouse? Etc.). I would suggest that you see his PCP for further treatment options.
My mother doesn't want to live after my father passed?
Situation depression after the loss of a spouse is very common. Your mother needs to see a primary care physician & be evaluated for the onset of depression. She may benefit from READ MORE
Situation depression after the loss of a spouse is very common. Your mother needs to see a primary care physician & be evaluated for the onset of depression. She may benefit from being placed on a antidepressant medication.
Does bipolar disorder occur in older seniors?
Bipolar disorder can occur in the elderly. However, this disorder is generally diagnosed in younger individuals.
Why does my anxiety make me shake?
General anxiety disorder may cause tremors of the hands, arms, and legs. There are multiple other causes for tremors. You should follow up with your PCP for an evaluation.
What is the best medication for an anxiety disorder?
Generally reassurance is the best medicine. Communicating with your mother about her fears may be very beneficial. I would delay the use of medications because of potential dependency READ MORE
Generally reassurance is the best medicine. Communicating with your mother about her fears may be very beneficial. I would delay the use of medications because of potential dependency issues and/or side effects.
How does alcohol affect your mental health?
Chronic alcohol abuse may cause Wernicke's encephalopathy. Mood swings, memory loss, depression are common.
How to treat generalized anxiety disorder in senior citizens?
There are many treatment options. Behavioral feedback exercises may be of benefit. Certain medications like SSRI's, benzodiazepines, SNRI's, tricyclics, can be utilized. Warning READ MORE
There are many treatment options. Behavioral feedback exercises may be of benefit. Certain medications like SSRI's, benzodiazepines, SNRI's, tricyclics, can be utilized. Warning that all these medications can have significant side effects so start at very low dose.
Is dementia inherited from the mother or father?
Either parent may pass on a gene (APOE) that increases the risk of developing late onset vascular dementia. Dementia is generally not considered inheritable.
Are hospice patients still being treated during covid-19?
Generally most home hospice companies are continuing care of their patients.
How do you know if an antidepressant is working for an elderly patient?
Generally the patients anxiety level is decreased. The degree of agitation is improved and their overall affect is improved. The frequency of mood swings & crying episodes is lessened. READ MORE
Generally the patients anxiety level is decreased. The degree of agitation is improved and their overall affect is improved. The frequency of mood swings & crying episodes is lessened.
How do I cope with not seeing my mother in the nursing home?
Hopefully your mother has computer access. If she does using Skype or other web based programs my be appropriate. If she only has e-mail access then e-mail frequently. If she has READ MORE
Hopefully your mother has computer access. If she does using Skype or other web based programs my be appropriate. If she only has e-mail access then e-mail frequently. If she has no computer access then establish a contact (s) in the nursing home with whom you can correspond with about her current condition.
How to explain what's going on to someone with dementia?
It may be impossible to explain current events to a patient with dementia. Sometimes visual aids may be of benefit. Don't try to convince the patient of certain things if they READ MORE
It may be impossible to explain current events to a patient with dementia. Sometimes visual aids may be of benefit. Don't try to convince the patient of certain things if they don't agree or are living in a different time period. The best you can do is accept that these patients have a neurodegenerative disease that impairs memory and recognition.
