Dr. Swarnalatha Meyyazhagan , MD
Physician
Internal Medicine
Specialty
Geriatric Medicine
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Swarnalatha Meyyazhagan, MD is a board-certified clinician providing care to patients in the Dept of Geriatric Medicine at the Cleveland Clinic.
Her clinical focus in on successful aging, Dementia, geriatric syndromes, Frailty, Gait impairment, falls and mood disorders in older adults.
She also enjoys teaching fellow medical professionals.
Procedures & Services
Patient Education Resources
Do I need surgery for my ACL injury?
The decision to have surgery for an ACL injury typically depends on the severity of the injury and the individual's activity level and goals. In general, if you are an athlete or have an active li...
The decision to have surgery for an ACL injury typically depends on the severity of the injury and the individual's activity level and goals. In general, if you are an athlete or have an active li...
I have atrial fibrillation. Why did my doctor prescribe anticoagulants?
Atrial fibrillation (AFib) is a type of arrhythmia, or irregular heart rhythm, that can increase the risk of blood clots forming in the heart. These clots can then travel to other parts of the body, s...
Atrial fibrillation (AFib) is a type of arrhythmia, or irregular heart rhythm, that can increase the risk of blood clots forming in the heart. These clots can then travel to other parts of the body, s...
I have COPD. What can help me breathe better?
Treatment for COPD can help improve breathing and slow the progression of the disease. Some treatments include:bronchodilators, which are medications that relax the muscles around the airways to help ...
Treatment for COPD can help improve breathing and slow the progression of the disease. Some treatments include:bronchodilators, which are medications that relax the muscles around the airways to help ...
Is Long Covid similar to chronic fatigue syndrome?
Long Covid, also known as post-acute sequelae of SARS-CoV-2 infection (PASC), is a term used to describe the persistence of symptoms for weeks or months following a COVID-19 infection. Long-term sympt...
Long Covid, also known as post-acute sequelae of SARS-CoV-2 infection (PASC), is a term used to describe the persistence of symptoms for weeks or months following a COVID-19 infection. Long-term sympt...
What is the difference between osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis?
Osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis are two different types of arthritis, which have different causes, symptoms, and treatments.Osteoarthritis is the most common type of arthritis, and is caused b...
Osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis are two different types of arthritis, which have different causes, symptoms, and treatments.Osteoarthritis is the most common type of arthritis, and is caused b...