7 Results forGeriatric Medicine Doctors near Hot Springs, AR
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 Hot Springs, AR with an overall average rating of 4.0 stars. There are 6 hospitals near Hot Springs, AR with affiliated Geriatric Medicine specialists, including CHI St. Vincent Hot Springs, CHI St. Vincent Infirmary and Baptist Health Medical Center - Arkadelphia.
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Lisa Harvey, ANP
Specialty: Geriatric Medicine2825 Albert Pike RdHot Springs, AR 719134.1 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
- Explains conditions well
On staff atCHI St. Vincent Infirmary.Dr. Meaghan Masini, MD
Specialty: Geriatric Medicine300 Werner StHot Springs, AR 719133.0 miles awayNeed a Telehealth Visit?Healthgrades Can Help.
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Specialty: Geriatric Medicine1662 Higdon Ferry Rd Ste 200Hot Springs National Park, AR 719133.4 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
- Explains conditions well
Dr. Naveen Trehan, MD
Specialty: Geriatric Medicine115 Wrights St # CHot Springs, AR 719132.6 miles awayDr. Alexander Navarro, MD
Specialty: Geriatric Medicine300 Werner StHot Springs National Park, AR 719133.0 miles awayRobert Jordan, PT
Specialty: Geriatric Medicine1880 Airport Rd Ste CHot Springs National Park, AR 719136.7 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
- Low wait times
Dr. Mohamed Attia, MD
Specialty: Geriatric Medicine1 Mercy Ln Ste 404Hot Springs, AR 719133.0 miles away