Clear and compact, this textbook provides you with a complete overview of all exam-relevant content in the interdisciplinary field of medicine for aging and the elderly. It guides you through the entire foundational knowledge in an easily understandable and general knowledge-oriented manner, from the basics to the most important disease patterns. The symptom-oriented presentation of the content allows for efficient exploration of the topic, not only for students, but also facilitates the connection between theory and clinical practice. Benefit from the extensive experience of the instructors, who have carefully selected and prepared the essentials for you.