How do I become a geriatric specialist?

How do I become a geriatric specialist?

How do I become a geriatric specialist? Geriatricians must complete a four-year undergraduate degree, followed by medical school and a three-year residency, usually in internal or family medicine. Following residency, the physician may practice for a while or apply directly to a geriatric medicine fellowship program.

Why to see a geriatrician?

You should consider going to one if you:Become frail or impairedHave multiple conditions that require complex care and medication routinesCan no longer get adequate support from your caregivers

What is a geriatric care management certificate?

The Certified Geriatric Care Manager™(CGCM ™) credential is dedicated to the credentialing of rehabilitation and health and human services professionals who provide case/ care management services to elderly individuals with health and/or disability issues. This credential assesses one’s knowledge of care planning and care management principles and practices for public persons who are defined by the U.S. government standards as meeting elderly criteria, as well as those elderly persons …

How do I become a Certified Geriatric Care Manager?

This might include:Developing strategies to manage chronic health conditionsWorking with patients to set personal health goalsHelping patients and their families understand the treatment plan for their diagnosisLocating resources available in patients’ communitiesAssisting patients with home care and home nursing