12 Results forGeriatric Medicine Doctors near Essex Junction, VT
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 12 specialists practicing Geriatric Medicine in Essex Junction, VT with an overall average rating of 4.6 stars. There are 12 hospitals near Essex Junction, VT with affiliated Geriatric Medicine specialists, including University Of Vermont Medical Center, Central Vermont Medical Center and Boca Raton Regional Hospital.
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Dr. Alexandra Messerli, MD
Specialty: Geriatric Medicine353 BLAIR PARK RDWilliston, VT 054952.4 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Employs friendly staff
- Explains conditions well
- Patients found trustworthy
Dr. Elizabeth Hill, MD
Specialty: Geriatric Medicine353 BLAIR PARK RDWilliston, VT 054952.4 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
- Explains conditions well
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Specialty: Geriatric Medicine792 College PkwyColchester, VT 054462.3 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
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Dr. Amelia Gennari, MD
Specialty: Geriatric Medicine353 BLAIR PARK RDWilliston, VT 054952.4 miles awayDr. Marvin Klikunas, MD
Specialty: Geriatric Medicine353 BLAIR PARK RDWilliston, VT 054952.4 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
- Explains conditions well
Dr. Evan Musman, DO
Specialty: Age Management Medicine1 Kennedy Dr Ste U1South Burlington, VT 054034.2 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
- Explains conditions well
Dr. Agnes Hibbs, DDS
Specialty: Age Management Medicine1362 Williston RdSouth Burlington, VT 054033.3 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
- Explains conditions well
Dr. John King, MD
Specialty: Geriatric Medicine790 College PkwyColchester, VT 054462.4 miles awayDr. Isaura Menzies, MD
Specialty: Geriatric Medicine353 BLAIR PARK RDWilliston, VT 054952.4 miles awayDr. Alison Mercier, MD
Specialty: Geriatric Medicine111 Colchester AveBurlington, VT 054014.1 miles awayDr. Martha Stitelman, MD
Specialty: Geriatric Medicine600 Blair Park Rd Ste 190Williston, VT 054952.6 miles awayDr. Lauren Wedam, DPT
Specialty: Geriatric Medicine54 W Twin Oaks Ter Ste 15South Burlington, VT 054034.1 miles away