Geriatric care focuses on the unique healthcare needs of older adults, typically those aged 65 and older. Geriatric care aims to promote health, prevent disease, and manage the complex medical and social issues that often accompany aging. Here are some of the key services provided by geriatric care:

Comprehensive Geriatric Assessments: Geriatricians conduct thorough evaluations of older adults to assess their overall health, functional status, cognitive abilities, mental health, social support, and medication management. These assessments help identify potential health issues and develop personalized care plans.

Management of Chronic Conditions: Geriatric care providers specialize in managing chronic medical conditions commonly found in older adults, such as hypertension, diabetes, heart disease, arthritis, osteoporosis, and dementia. They focus on optimizing treatment plans, reducing polypharmacy (multiple medications), and minimizing potential drug interactions.

Preventive Care and Health Promotion: Geriatric care emphasizes preventive measures to maintain health and well-being in older adults. This includes vaccinations, screenings for conditions such as cancer, osteoporosis, and cognitive impairment, as well as counseling on healthy lifestyle habits, fall prevention, and nutrition.

Medication Management: Geriatricians carefully review and manage medications to ensure appropriate prescribing, minimize adverse drug reactions, and reduce the risk of medication-related problems such as falls, cognitive impairment, and drug interactions.

Memory Assessment and Dementia Care: Geriatric care providers evaluate cognitive function and memory concerns in older adults, offering diagnostic assessments for dementia and providing ongoing management and support for patients and their families.

Functional Assessment and Rehabilitation: Geriatric care teams assess older adults' functional abilities, including mobility, balance, and activities of daily living (ADLs). They may recommend physical therapy, occupational therapy, or other rehabilitation services to help maintain or improve functional independence.

Pain Management:  Geriatric care providers address pain management issues common in older adults, including chronic pain conditions such as arthritis and neuropathy. They develop individualized treatment plans that may include medication management, physical therapy, and other interventions to improve quality of life.

End-of-Life Care and Palliative Care: Geriatric care encompasses discussions about advance care planning, goals of care, and palliative care options for older adults with serious illness or nearing the end of life. Providers offer support and guidance to patients and their families in making informed decisions about medical interventions and end-of-life care preferences.

Caregiver Support and Education: Geriatric care teams provide support and education to family caregivers, offering resources, respite care options, and guidance on managing the physical, emotional, and logistical challenges of caregiving for older adults.

Coordination of Care: Geriatricians collaborate with other healthcare professionals, including specialists, home health providers, social workers, and community resources, to coordinate comprehensive care and address the multifaceted needs of older adults.

These services reflect the comprehensive and patient-centered approach of geriatric care, which aims to optimize health and well-being and enhance the quality of life for older adults as they age.