Using poetry to inspire reflection on interactions with older folk

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Using poetry to inspire reflection on interactions with older folk

Ngaire Kerse

Ngaire Kerse

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Most GPs value their older patients, learn from them and enjoy supporting them [Image: Claudia Love on Unsplash]

Specialist GP Ngaire Kerse searches for some inspiration from poems on ageing and is reminded that poetry can be an important form of reflection

Key points, There are negative feelings in society about older people, which are not necessarily echoed in primary care. Poetry can help you reflect on how you , Pract Green w Pale Yellow
References

Miskelly P, Kerse N, Wiles J. Joining-the-dots: caring for patients in advanced age. Qual Ageing Older Adults 2020;21(1):15–27.