76 Results forGeriatric Medicine Doctors near Fort Worth, TX
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 76 specialists practicing Geriatric Medicine in Fort Worth, TX with an overall average rating of 3.8 stars. There are 41 hospitals near Fort Worth, TX with affiliated Geriatric Medicine specialists, including Jps Health Network, Texas Health Specialty Hospital and Texas Health Arlington Memorial Hospital.
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- 5450 Clearfork Main St Ste 300Fort Worth, TX 761094.5 miles awayPatients Tell Us:
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Care Philosophy: Dr. Walden loves that medicine gives her the opportunity to build meaningful relationships with patients, while helping people lead healthy and full lives. With a focus on quality of life, maintaining functionality and overall well-being, she chose to specialize in geriatric medicine to help meet the complex needs of older adults. She has a passion for prevention and wellness, along with the management of chronic conditions. Dr. Walden’s approach to patient care is getting to know her patients and their caregivers on a personal level. Her goal is to meet the diverse needs of older adults by delivering personalized care that reflects individual needs, values and choices. As a native of North Texas, Dr. Walden is excited to be living and working in Fort Worth. In her free time, she loves spending time with her husband and family, enjoying nature and trying out new recipes and local restaurants.
- 4300 City Point Dr Ste 201North Richland Hills, TX 761808.6 miles awayPatients Tell Us:
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Care Philosophy: Dr. Ballard knew from an early age that she wanted to become a physician. She has a passion for caring for older adults and a special interest in the evaluation of memory loss in the field of geriatric medicine. A native of North Richland Hills, Dr. Ballard spent more than 11 years working as an internal medicine physician at clinics through the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex before returning to school to complete her fellowship in geriatric medicine. She lives in Keller with her husband, Will, and their two daughters. Dr. Ballard enjoys spending free time with family and friends and watching her daughters grow and learn.
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Specialty: Geriatric Medicine1307 8th AveFort Worth, TX 761041.5 miles awayDr. Darrell Tuck, DNP
Specialty: Geriatric Medicine1950 Ephriham AveFort Worth, TX 761643.9 miles awayCare Philosophy: Darrell D. Tuck is a Geriatric Doctor at our North Side primary care doctor’s office. Darrell D. is excited to get to know you and provide the personalized care you deserve. Our primary care providers, and supporting care team, develop preventive care plans to help you achieve your physical and mental health goals. Get the care you deserve. Schedule an in-person, phone, or video visit today.
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Specialty: Geriatric Medicine855 Montgomery StFort Worth, TX 761072.4 miles awayOfear Moore-Norris, NP
Specialty: Geriatric Medicine4115 E Lancaster AveFort Worth, TX 761033.9 miles awayKristti Tan, NP
Specialty: Geriatric Medicine4115 E Lancaster AveFort Worth, TX 761033.9 miles awayDeysi Solares, NP
Specialty: Geriatric Medicine1950 Ephriham AveFort Worth, TX 761643.9 miles awayLori Matthews, OT
Specialty: Geriatric Medicine5100 Randol Mill RdFort Worth, TX 761125.1 miles awayDr. Sharif Eusufzai, MD
Specialty: Geriatric Medicine2201 SE Loop 820Fort Worth, TX 761195.7 miles awayDr. Brittney Boggs, DPT
Specialty: Geriatric Medicine5301 Bryant Irvin RdFort Worth, TX 761327.6 miles awayEster Bernardino, PT
Specialty: Geriatric Medicine305 NE Loop 820 Ste 200Hurst, TX 760538.3 miles awayDr. James Russell, DO
Specialty: Geriatric Medicine6300 Troon RdFort Worth, TX 761328.6 miles awayJennifer Zoll, MSPT
Specialty: Geriatric Medicine5417 Altamesa BlvdFort Worth, TX 761238.6 miles awayDr. Michael Todd, MD
Specialty: Geriatric Medicine9108 Camp Bowie West BlvdFort Worth, TX 761168.8 miles awayDemishe Fontenot, NP
Specialty: Geriatric Medicine8840 Benbrook Blvd # 101Benbrook, TX 761269.5 miles away