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Physician ReviewerMBBS, MD (Geriatric Medicine)

Dr. Prasun Chatterjee, MBBS, MD (Geriatrics)

Professor & Head, Department of Geriatric Medicine, AIIMS New Delhi

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Delhi Medical Council (DMC) & Medical Council of India (MCI)

Professional Background & Bio

Dr. Prasun Chatterjee is Professor in the Department of Geriatric Medicine at the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi. A leading authority on healthy longevity, memory clinics, dementia care, and geriatric polypharmacy, he oversees clinical guidance on senior health and longevity.

Medical Specialization

Geriatric Medicine, Healthy Aging, Dementia & Alzheimer's Care, Polypharmacy & Fall Prevention

Clinical Experience

18+ Years Academic Geriatrics & Clinical Research

Hospital / Clinical Affiliation

Professor, Department of Geriatric Medicine, AIIMS, Ansari Nagar, New Delhi

Education & Medical Training
  • MD in Geriatric Medicine - All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi
  • MBBS - Calcutta National Medical College (CNMC), Kolkata

Academic Thesis & Medical Research

95+ Peer-Reviewed Geriatric Studies & National Guidelines
Postgraduate Thesis / Dissertation Title:

“Comprehensive Geriatric Assessment (CGA) and Frailty Biomarkers in Predicting Functional Decline and Hospital Readmission in Community-Dwelling Elderly”

Institution: All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi

Landmark MD dissertation validating multi-domain frailty scoring, clinical sarcopenia indices (Grip strength, gait speed, DEXA), and systematic polypharmacy deprescribing protocols in outpatient memory clinics.

Key Investigative & Clinical Research Domains:
• Differentiation of Normal Aging vs Mild Cognitive Impairment (MCI)• Alzheimer's Disease Biomarkers & Memory Clinic Protocols• Geriatric Polypharmacy & AGS Beers Criteria Application• Sarcopenia Reversal Through Targeted Nutrition & Resistance Training

Clinical Areas Reviewed for mediguide4u:

Geriatric Polypharmacy & AGS Beers Criteria DeprescribingFall Prevention, Balance Training & Gait Stability in SeniorsCognitive Vitality, Mild Cognitive Impairment & Dementia ScreeningNutritional Requirements & Sarcopenia Prevention in Older Adults
Conflict-of-Interest & Editorial Independence Disclosure

Dr. Chatterjee reports zero commercial conflicts of interest or pharmaceutical relationships.

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Osteoporosis and Bone Mineral Density: DEXA Scans, Calcium, and Fall PreventionSenior Healthcare
2026-08-089 min read

Osteoporosis and Bone Mineral Density: DEXA Scans, Calcium, and Fall Prevention

Osteoporosis is a systemic skeletal disorder characterized by low bone mineral density (BMD) and microarchitectural deterioration of bone tissue, leading to bone fragility and heightened fracture risk. Explore the cellular biology of osteoclast/osteoblast remodeling, dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry (DEXA) T-score interpretation, FRAX fracture risk algorithms, anti-resorptive vs. anabolic bone medications, and progressive resistance loading.

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Early Signs of Dementia and Alzheimer's vs. Normal Age-Related Memory ChangesSenior Healthcare
2026-08-0810 min read

Early Signs of Dementia and Alzheimer's vs. Normal Age-Related Memory Changes

Dementia is an umbrella clinical syndrome characterized by progressive cognitive decline severe enough to interfere with independent daily functioning. Explore the neuropathological hallmarks of Alzheimer's Disease (extracellular amyloid-beta plaques and intracellular hyperphosphorylated tau neurofibrillary tangles), cognitive screening instruments (MoCA, Mini-Cog), reversible pseudo-dementias, and disease-modifying monoclonal antibody therapies.

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Osteoarthritis: Joint Cartilage Wear, Mobility Preservation, and Pain ManagementSenior Healthcare
2026-08-089 min read

Osteoarthritis: Joint Cartilage Wear, Mobility Preservation, and Pain Management

Osteoarthritis (OA) is the most common chronic joint disease globally, characterized by the progressive degradation of hyaline articular cartilage, subchondral bone sclerosis, osteophyte formation, and low-grade synovial inflammation. Explore the biomechanical and enzymatic pathophysiology of cartilage wear, Kellgren-Lawrence radiographic grading, evidence-based non-pharmacological exercise therapy, and surgical joint arthroplasty.

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Sarcopenia in Older Adults: Muscle Loss, Protein Distribution, and Resistance TrainingSenior Healthcare
2026-09-1110 min read

Sarcopenia in Older Adults: Muscle Loss, Protein Distribution, and Resistance Training

Sarcopenia is the age-related loss of skeletal muscle mass, strength, and neuromuscular function that drives frailty, fall risks, and loss of functional independence in seniors. Review EWGSOP2 diagnostic criteria (handgrip dynamometry, chair rise test, DEXA appendicular lean mass), optimal per-meal protein distribution (30–40g), and progressive resistance training protocols.

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Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH): IPSS Score, PSA Testing, and Urinary ManagementSenior Healthcare
2026-09-129 min read

Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH): IPSS Score, PSA Testing, and Urinary Management

Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) is the non-malignant adenomatous proliferation of the prostate transition zone, affecting over 70% of men over age 60. Review obstructive vs. irritative urinary symptoms, the International Prostate Symptom Score (IPSS), PSA evaluation, alpha-1 blockers, 5-alpha reductase inhibitors, and minimally invasive surgical therapies.

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Polypharmacy in Older Adults: Drug Interactions, the Beers Criteria, and DeprescribingSenior Healthcare
2026-09-139 min read

Polypharmacy in Older Adults: Drug Interactions, the Beers Criteria, and Deprescribing

Polypharmacy—the concurrent use of 5 or more prescription medications—affects over 40% of older adults, significantly increasing the risk of adverse drug reactions, cognitive decline, falls, and prescribing cascades. Review the AGS Beers Criteria for potentially inappropriate medications, anticholinergic burden, and structured deprescribing protocols.

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