ER geriatric team may cut hospital stays for seniors
NCT ID NCT07558031
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study looked at whether having a dedicated geriatric team in the emergency department helps older patients (65+) get care faster and avoid being admitted to the hospital. Over 1,000 patients were included. The team included nurses, doctors, and therapists who worked together from the start. The goal was to see if this approach reduces time in the ER, hospital admissions, and overall hospital stays.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this could lead to faster, more coordinated emergency care for older adults, reducing hospital admissions and lengths of stay.
- What could go wrong
- This is an observational study, not a controlled trial, so results may not prove cause and effect. The findings may not apply to all hospitals or patient groups.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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St. Mary's Hospital Center
Montreal, Quebec, H3T 1M5, Canada
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