Department of Geriatrics Medicine

Geriatrics or geriatric medicine is a specialty that focuses on health care of elderlypeople. It aims to promote health by preventing and treating diseases and disabilities in older adults.This Department offers a team approach to the comprehensive evaluation and treatment of older adults.Team members include nurses, pharmacists, physicians, and social workers who specialize in geriatric care with a focus on health promotion along with prevention and treatment of disease as well as disability in later life.