Age Is Just A Number..!

Geriatrics is the branch of healthcare that focuses on our unique needs as we age. Just as pediatricians specialize in the health needs of children, geriatricians and fellow geriatric health professionals specialize in the health needs of older people.

Many of us will experience unique health conditions and concerns as we grow older. Geriatrics healthcare professionals are specially trained to help us manage our well-being so we can continue to maintain health and independence for as long as possible. For example, after age 65, more than half of us are likely to live with three or more medical problems, such as heart disease, diabetes, arthritis, Alzheimer’s disease, or high blood pressure. In addition, some older adults may live with additional health considerations, such as problems with mobility and difficulty performing daily activities. These factors create medical challenges that geriatrics healthcare professionals can help address.

Geriatrics practitioners focus on 5 key areas when it comes to older adults in their care, known as the Geriatrics 5Ms.