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Dr. Namrata Singh
Rheumatologist focused on geriatric rheumatology
Geriatric rheumatology • frailty • deprescribing • multimorbidity • patient-centered care frameworks
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Focus: Geriatric rheumatology and the 5M framework in older patient care
Rheumatologist specializing in care for older adults with rheumatologic conditions. Advocates for the 5M framework (Mind, Mobility, Medications, Multi-complexity, Matters Most) to provide holistic, patient-centered care that transcends simple disease management. Focuses on identifying frailty and multimorbidity, prioritizing deprescribing and lifestyle interventions to maintain patient independence. Calls for greater representation of older adults in clinical trials.
Expert discussions with Dr. Namrata Singh
Singh on the 5M framework for caring for older adults with rheumatologic disease
Caring for older adults with rheumatologic conditions like rheumatoid arthritis (RA) and osteoarthritis (OA) requires more than treating the disease alone. The 5M framework — Mind (cognition, mood), Mobility (function, falls), Medications (deprescribing), Multi-complexity (multimorbidity), and Matters Most (patient goals) — helps clinicians provide patient-centered care that considers the whole person. Identifying frailty, reducing polypharmacy, and aligning treatments with personal goals may improve outcomes more than aggressive disease management alone.