Description
A geriatrician is a doctor with specialist training in caring for the health of older people (geriatric medicine). They diagnose and treat age-related medical conditions.
Geriatricians often work as part of a team of specialists providing geriatric care to older patients who have more than one age-related condition, such as memory loss and dementia, heart disease, incontinence and stroke.
Services provided
- Geriatric assessment
- Continence management
- Balance and reducing the risk of falls
- Management and treatment of delirium
- Healthy ageing
Eligibility
You need a referral from a doctor to see a geriatrician.
How to access
Ask your doctor about how to make an appointment with your geriatrician.
Costs
The cost of geriatric services varies depending on the provider. Contact the service before you attend if you would like more information about cost.
Profile
Sector
Conventional healthcareRegulation
Regulated by the Australian Health Practitioner Agency (AHPRA).Registration
Geriatricians must be registered through the Royal Australasian College of Physicians.Minimum qualifications
The minimum education requirement for a geriatrician is Fellowship of the Royal Australasian College of Physicians.Tip
- Write down a list of questions to ask while you’re there.
Complaints
- Health Complaints , Complaints and Information, call 1300 582 113
- Australian Health Practitioner Regulation (AHPRA) in your state, call 1300 419 495
- Better Health Channel - Complaints about health services