Dr. Alistair Sterling is a GMC-registered Consultant Geriatrician with over 20 years of clinical experience in acute and community settings. He holds a Fellowship from the Royal College of Physicians and specialises in polypharmacy reviews and comprehensive geriatric assessments. Currently, he leads a multidisciplinary frailty unit at a major London teaching hospital.
Dr. Alistair Sterling graduated with distinction from Imperial College London before completing his specialist training in Geriatric and General Internal Medicine across the Oxford Deanery. With over two decades of service within the National Health Service (NHS), he has developed a robust expertise in managing multi-morbidities, specifically focusing on cardiovascular health, osteoporosis management, and the optimization of medication regimes to reduce adverse drug reactions. Dr. Sterling has spearheaded several initiatives to improve the interface between secondary care and community services, ensuring seamless transitions for elderly patients discharged from hospital. His clinical approach is deeply rooted in the principles of Comprehensive Geriatric Assessment (CGA), prioritizing functional independence alongside medical treatment. He is a passionate advocate for proactive health screening, regularly lecturing on the importance of early detection in conditions such as abdominal aortic aneurysms and hypertension. Through his writing, Dr. Sterling aims to demystify complex medical jargon for seniors and their families, empowering them to navigate the healthcare system with confidence and knowledge. His guidance is grounded in the latest NICE guidelines and real-world clinical practice.