Geriatricians are physicians with extra training in caring for the special needs of the older adult.
Geriatricians help patients manage common disorders, including hypertension, diabetes and arthritis and are trained in treating specialized problems such as stroke and memory loss. Further, they understand how physical health problems affect other aspects of seniors’ lives – their mobility, social interaction and ability to live as independently as before. Geriatricians look beyond the medical problems to see their impact on a patient’s overall well-being.
