7 Results forGeriatric Medicine Doctors near Waldorf, MD
Learn more about Geriatric Medicine Doctors and how to choose the right one for you
Learn more about Geriatric Medicine Doctors
A geriatrician specializes in the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of health conditions in older seniors and the elderly. Geriatric specialists typically treat adults older than 65 who have multiple chronic conditions, such as diabetes and thyroid disease, or serious injuries, such as hip fracture. They also provide regular, routine primary care for older adults. Geriatricians work in hospitals, private medical clinics, community health clinics, long-term care facilities, and assisted living facilities.
A geriatric doctor typically:
- Evaluates a patient’s medical history and teaches the patient about wellness and disease prevention
- Diagnoses and treats acute diseases and conditions including infections and injuries
- Screens, treats and monitors a range of chronic physical conditions, such as high blood pressure, diabetes, thyroid disease, and heart disease
- Screens, treats and monitors a range of mental and emotional conditions, such as dementia, depression, anxiety, and substance abuse
- Assesses a person’s ability to perform everyday living activities, such as eating, dressing and driving
- Orders and interprets laboratory and imaging tests and prescribes medications
- Consults with other members of a patient’s medical and surgical team
- Provides cancer screenings, such as skin, breast, prostate and thyroid exams
A geriatrician may also be known as senior care doctor.
There are 7 specialists practicing Geriatric Medicine in Waldorf, MD with an overall average rating of 2.1 stars. There are 12 hospitals near Waldorf, MD with affiliated Geriatric Medicine specialists, including Medstar Southern Maryland Hospital Center, Anne Arundel Medical Center and Inova Alexandria Hospital.
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Dr. Ivan Sabio, MD
Specialty: Geriatric Medicine11350 Pembrooke Sq Ste 312Waldorf, MD 206030.8 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Offers Telehealth
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Dr. Josjin Vazhappilly, MD
Specialty: Geriatric Medicine4140 Old Washington RdWaldorf, MD 206022.1 miles awayNeed a Telehealth Visit?Healthgrades Can Help.
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Specialty: Geriatric Medicine4140 Old Washington RdWaldorf, MD 206022.1 miles awayDr. Boris Frolov, MD
Specialty: Geriatric Medicine12021 Livingston RdFort Washington, MD 207448.7 miles awayDr. Evelyn Mwangi, MD
Specialty: Geriatric Medicine7503 Surratts RdClinton, MD 207359.3 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
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Dr. Linda Varghese, MD
Specialty: Geriatric Medicine7503 Surratts RdClinton, MD 207359.3 miles awayChristina Craft
Specialty: Geriatric Medicine7520 Surratts RdClinton, MD 207359.4 miles away