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Geriatrics is the medical specialty dedicated exclusively to providing high-quality, patient-centered care for older adults.

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Older adults have a unique set of issues and concerns which geriatric clinicians are trained to focus upon.

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Illnesses, diseases, and medications may affect older people differently than younger adults, and older patients may have overlapping health problems that require multiple medications.

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Why should I see a geriatrician?

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Just as a pediatrician specializes in the care of children, a geriatrician specializes in the care of older adults. As we age, our bodies’ physiology changes. We react differently to medications, and often experience chronic illnesses or impairments that threaten our independence.

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Just as a pediatrician specializes in the care of children, a geriatrician specializes in the care of older adults. As we age, our bodies’ physiology changes. We react differently to medications, and often experience chronic illnesses or impairments that threaten our independence.

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What are the most common medical problems you see in older adults?

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Dementia, delirium, falls, polypharmacy (using multiple drugs to treat a single condition or illness), coordination, confusion and agitation, and coronary heart disease.

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When to See a Geriatrician?

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Consider seeing a geriatrician when:

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An older adult has health conditions that cause disability or frailty (where someone is weak and has difficulty with daily activities).

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Family caregivers, which may include close friends, have a lot of stress.

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An older adult has trouble following complex treatments or managing treatments involving many healthcare providers.