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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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Can elderly people use antidepressants?
Absolutely. Many elderly patients are prescribed antidepressant medication(s).
What causes seniors to sun-down?
"Sundowning" or late day confusion is a symptom of Alzheimers like dementia & other dementias. It is thought to be due to a disruption in a persons circadian rhythms although READ MORE
"Sundowning" or late day confusion is a symptom of Alzheimers like dementia & other dementias. It is thought to be due to a disruption in a persons circadian rhythms although the exact mechanism is unknown.
Do Parkinson's patients experience high levels of depression?
There is a high association of depression with Parkinson's syndrome. There is also a high incidence of dementia associated with Parkinson's disease.
What are the symptoms of a manic depression?
Manic depressive disorder, more commonly Bipolar Disorder, is fairly uncommon in the elderly. Depending on the type of Bipolar disorder, symptoms may range from significant depression READ MORE
Manic depressive disorder, more commonly Bipolar Disorder, is fairly uncommon in the elderly. Depending on the type of Bipolar disorder, symptoms may range from significant depression to almost mania. Patients displaying this kind of behavior need to be evaluated for underlying dementia or possible stroke.
What therapy is most recommended for seniors?
Geriatric anxiety can develop from many different sources (dementia, depression, medications, no name a few). It would be important to know why your mother has developed anxiety. READ MORE
Geriatric anxiety can develop from many different sources (dementia, depression, medications, no name a few). It would be important to know why your mother has developed anxiety. I would recommend she see her PCP or a physician who specializes in geriatric medicine so she can be fully evaluated & treatment plan put in place.
What supplements help seniors with anxiety?
Generally speaking there are no supplements that really help with anxiety in an elderly patient. There may be sporadic reports of lavender, kava kava, green tea extract as helping READ MORE
Generally speaking there are no supplements that really help with anxiety in an elderly patient. There may be sporadic reports of lavender, kava kava, green tea extract as helping with someones anxiety but there is no standard data that supports these claims. Generalized anxiety disorder usually requires medication to effect a good outcome.
What is the best medicine for stress?
In order to adequately address the treatment of anxiety you need to know whats causing it. Is it anxiety associated with dementia, generalized anxiety disorder, or anxiety associated READ MORE
In order to adequately address the treatment of anxiety you need to know whats causing it. Is it anxiety associated with dementia, generalized anxiety disorder, or anxiety associated with depression? There are many other causes. I would recommend your father be evaluated by his PCP for further options.
Can excessive gas be a sign of something serious?
Certainly abdominal bloating & excessive flatulence may be from a diet high in vegetables, nuts & dairy products. It may also be associated with irritable bowel syndrome & other READ MORE
Certainly abdominal bloating & excessive flatulence may be from a diet high in vegetables, nuts & dairy products. It may also be associated with irritable bowel syndrome & other gastrointestinal malignancies. I would recommend your father see his PCP for further evaluation.
What does it mean when seniors "sundown"?
"Sundowning" relates to patients diagnosed with dementia who become increasingly confused, agitated or delirious as the sun goes down (becomes night).
When do you put someone with dementia in a home?
If you are unable to provide 24 hour care it would be appropriate to search for alternative housing. That might be an assisted living facility or skilled nursing facility.
Why is it so difficult to put your parent into hospice care?
If you have an acceptable diagnosis hospice care is available. Ask one of your local hospice organizations to do an evaluation on your mother to see if she qualifies.
Can elderly people take the flu shot?
Absolutely she should receive the geriatric flu vaccine unless she has a contraindication-- allergic to eggs, allergic to the flu vaccine, currently undergoing chemotherapy, immunocomprimised. READ MORE
Absolutely she should receive the geriatric flu vaccine unless she has a contraindication-- allergic to eggs, allergic to the flu vaccine, currently undergoing chemotherapy, immunocomprimised.
How serious is geriatric depression?
Depression in elderly individuals is common. However there is a strong association with Parkinson's disease & dementia. Every individual needs to be assessed for these conditions. READ MORE
Depression in elderly individuals is common. However there is a strong association with Parkinson's disease & dementia. Every individual needs to be assessed for these conditions.
How is a geriatric psychiatrist different from a normal psychiatrist?
A geriatric psychiatrist deals primarily with elder individuals & their mental health issues. They generally are able to deal with mental health problems associated with dementia. READ MORE
A geriatric psychiatrist deals primarily with elder individuals & their mental health issues. They generally are able to deal with mental health problems associated with dementia.
What is the difference between everyday and geriatric depression?
The primary difference may be the source of the depression. Elderly depression is frequently noticed as being associated with dementia.
How is dementia different from Alzheimer's?
Alzheimer's disease is a type of dementia, the most common form. There are other types of dementia: vascular, mixed, Lewy Body. All are progressive neurodegenerative diseases with READ MORE
Alzheimer's disease is a type of dementia, the most common form. There are other types of dementia: vascular, mixed, Lewy Body. All are progressive neurodegenerative diseases with no effective treatment.
Is Alzheimer's disease treatable?
Currently there is no effective treatment for dementia.
What are the first symptoms of dementia?
There are many signs/symptoms that we attribute to "early" dementia. Agitation, insomnia, getting lost while driving, difficulty finding words. Please refer to the Alzheimers Association READ MORE
There are many signs/symptoms that we attribute to "early" dementia. Agitation, insomnia, getting lost while driving, difficulty finding words. Please refer to the Alzheimers Association website for further information.
Hot flashes after menopause. Normal?
"Hot flashes" in an elderly female may be causes by hormone deficiency or by certain medications. Occasionally "hot flashes" may be secondary to underlying cardiovascular disease. READ MORE
"Hot flashes" in an elderly female may be causes by hormone deficiency or by certain medications. Occasionally "hot flashes" may be secondary to underlying cardiovascular disease. Discuss her complaints with her physician.
What can high blood pressure cause for elderly patients?
Controlling blood pressure in the elderly is very important in preventing stroke, chronic kidney disease & cardiovascular disease. Your grandfather needs to keep tract of his blood READ MORE
Controlling blood pressure in the elderly is very important in preventing stroke, chronic kidney disease & cardiovascular disease. Your grandfather needs to keep tract of his blood pressure daily.
