You may have a primary care physician (PCP) you trust and rely on to keep you healthy and refer you to specialists as your medical needs change. But as you get older you may also wonder whether it’s ...

Geriatricians are regular doctors who have additional training in treating older adults, especially those ages 65 years and up, who often have complex medical issues. They focus on keeping you ...

It wasn't just one or two people who asked me if I knew Dr. Parsons, an old school physician and geriatrician who has practiced medicine for almost 40 years, caring not only for older patients, but in ...

Dear Doctors: What is a geriatrician, and how do you know if you need one? My mom is 78 and is starting to be frail. She feels like her regular doctor doesn’t listen to her and rushes through her ...

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A geriatrician is an internal medicine physician who has received additional training specifically in treating older adults. Geriatricians diagnose and treat age-related health conditions, and offer ...

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At what age should you see a geriatrician? The easy answer is, there’s no easy answer. Merriam-Webster defines a geriatrician as a specialist in geriatrics, which in turn is defined as a branch of ...

Q. I am concerned about my father who is 83 years old. He is sometimes forgetful and confused, unsteady on his feet, sleeps a lot and periodically is withdrawn. Add to that he doesn’t like doctors.

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A geriatrician is a primary care doctor who specializes in treating older adults. They may provide integrative care, diagnose a variety of conditions, and help you maintain a high quality of life.

Q. I am concerned about my father who is 83 years old. He is sometimes forgetful and confused, unsteady on his feet, sleeps a lot and periodically is withdrawn. Add to that he doesn’t like doctors.