---
url: 'https://stagehia.healthinaging.org/a-z-topic/geriatrics'
title: Geriatrics
author:
  name: 'lauren kopchik'
  url: 'https://stagehia.healthinaging.org/user/97'
date: '2018-11-28T14:38:51+00:00'
updated: '2023-06-16T14:32:09+00:00'
type: topic
summary: 'Geriatrics is a branch of health care that specializes in the particular medical needs of older adults.'
tags:
  - Health
published: true
---
 Geriatrics is the branch of healthcare that focuses on the older adults’ needs and abilities. Geriatricians, who are medical doctors, often work with a team of health professionals who specialize in geriatrics. These professionals can include nurses, physician assistants, pharmacists, social workers, and others.

[Basic Facts](/a-z-topic/geriatrics/basic-facts)