Comprehensive Geriatric Assessment By Richard G Stefanacci, DO, MGH, MBA, Thomas Jefferson University, Jefferson College of Population Health Reviewed / Revised May 2022 | Modified Sep 2022 View Patient Education Assessment Domains More Information Topic Resources Geriatric Depression Scale A Geriatric Assessment Instrument Geriatric Depression Scale... Comprehensive geriatric assessment is a multidimensional process designed to assess the functional ability, health (physical, cognitive, and mental), and socioenvironmental situation of older people.