Slow Medicine: conference topic

The topic of Slow Medicine really captures the essence of my care manangement practice. Dr. Dennis McCullough one of our keynote speakers the significance of the latter part of the lifespan through the mind body and spirit and the benefit of 'slow medicine'. Aggressive medicine dominates our healthcare system but is it really a good thing to 'capture' an older person and put them through the paces of the USA agressive medical system?