Geriatric medicine is a sub-specialty of internal and family medicine that focuses on the health care needs of the elderly. The providers at WNY Medical, PC who specialize in Geriatric medicine aim to promote better health for the elderly by preventing and treating diseases and disabilities common in older adults.
There is no set age at which patients may be under the care of a physician who specializes in geriatric medicine. The choice is determined by the individual patient’s needs.