Learn more about Geriatric Medicine Doctors and how to choose the right one for you
Learn more about Geriatric Medicine Doctors
Ageriatricianspecializes 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 18 specialists practicing Geriatric Medicine in Ellenwood, GA with an overall average rating of 4.1 stars. There are 10 hospitals near Ellenwood, GA with affiliated Geriatric Medicine specialists, including Emory Decatur Hospital, Emory Hillandale Hospital and Piedmont Henry Hospital.
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Kristen Shea, NP
Specialty: Geriatric Medicine
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1263 Moreland Ave SEAtlanta, GA 303168.2 mi miles away
Care Philosophy: Kristen Shea is a Adult-Gerontology Nurse Practitioner at our Moreland primary care doctor’s office. Kristen is excited to get to know you and provide the personalized care you deserve. Our primary care providers, and supporting care team, develop preventive care plans to help you achieve your physical and mental health goals. Get the care you deserve. Schedule an in-person, phone, or video visit today.
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1263 Moreland Ave SEAtlanta, GA 303168.2 mi miles away
On staff atOak Street Health Moreland.Call: (404) 689-6770
Dr. Carlos Tellechea, MD
Specialty: Geriatric Medicine
5.0Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, with (1 rating)
1000 Corporate Center Dr Ste 200Morrow, GA 302603.8 mi miles away
Patients Tell Us:
- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
- Explains conditions well
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1000 Corporate Center Dr Ste 200Morrow, GA 302603.8 mi miles away
Dr. Saurabh Gulati, MD
Specialty: Geriatric Medicine
5.0Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, with (1 rating)
4477 W Village PkwyEllenwood, GA 302941.9 mi miles away
Patients Tell Us:
- Offers Telehealth
- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
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4477 W Village PkwyEllenwood, GA 302941.9 mi miles away
Dr. Lynn Flowers, MD
Specialty: Age Management Medicine
4.1Rated 4.1 out of 5 stars, with (30 ratings)
2400 Mount Zion PkwyJonesboro, GA 302364.0 mi miles away
Patients Tell Us:
- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
- Explains conditions well
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2400 Mount Zion PkwyJonesboro, GA 302364.0 mi miles away
Dr. Adrienne Mims, MD
Specialty: Geriatric Medicine
5.0Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, with (1 rating)
1331 MOUNT ZION RDMorrow, GA 302604.3 mi miles away
Patients Tell Us:
- Easy scheduling
- Low wait times
- Explains conditions well
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1331 MOUNT ZION RDMorrow, GA 302604.3 mi miles away
Dr. Lynnae Edwards, MD
Specialty: Geriatric Medicine
5.0Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, with (1 rating)
1331 MOUNT ZION RDMorrow, GA 302604.3 mi miles away
Patients Tell Us:
- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
- Explains conditions well
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1331 MOUNT ZION RDMorrow, GA 302604.3 mi miles away
Dr. Jonathan Flacker, MD
Specialty: Geriatric Medicine
5.0Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, with (3 ratings)
1331 MOUNT ZION RDMorrow, GA 302604.3 mi miles away
Patients Tell Us:
- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
- Explains conditions well
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1331 MOUNT ZION RDMorrow, GA 302604.3 mi miles away
Ferrina Sheth, PA-C
Specialty: Age Management Medicine
5.0Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, with (6 ratings)
5404 HILLANDALE PARK CTLithonia, GA 300589.5 mi miles away
Patients Tell Us:
- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
- Explains conditions well
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5404 HILLANDALE PARK CTLithonia, GA 300589.5 mi miles away
Dr. Emily Mason, MD
Specialty: Geriatric Medicine
1.0Rated 1.0 out of 5 stars, with (1 rating)
1133 Eagles Landing PkwyStockbridge, GA 302817.9 mi miles away
Patients Tell Us:
- Offers Telehealth
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1133 Eagles Landing PkwyStockbridge, GA 302817.9 mi miles away
Dr. Emem Udo, MD
Specialty: Geriatric Medicine
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2124 Candler RdDecatur, GA 300328.0 mi miles away
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2124 Candler RdDecatur, GA 300328.0 mi miles away
Dr. Shazia Naib, MD
Specialty: Geriatric Medicine
5.0Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, with (1 rating)
2124 Candler RdDecatur, GA 300328.0 mi miles away
Patients Tell Us:
- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
- Explains conditions well
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2124 Candler RdDecatur, GA 300328.0 mi miles away
Dr. Jaza Marina, MD
Specialty: Geriatric Medicine
1.0Rated 1.0 out of 5 stars, with (1 rating)
2400 Mount Zion PkwyJonesboro, GA 302364.0 mi miles away
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2400 Mount Zion PkwyJonesboro, GA 302364.0 mi miles away
Dr. Shabir Dard, MD
Specialty: Geriatric Medicine
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1000 Corporate Center Dr Ste 200Morrow, GA 302603.8 mi miles away
Patients Tell Us:
- Offers Telehealth
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1000 Corporate Center Dr Ste 200Morrow, GA 302603.8 mi miles away
Dr. Carole Gardner, MD
Specialty: Geriatric Medicine
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2400 Mount Zion PkwyJonesboro, GA 302364.0 mi miles away
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2400 Mount Zion PkwyJonesboro, GA 302364.0 mi miles away
Sharon Henderson, NP
Specialty: Geriatric Medicine
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2470 MOUNT ZION PKWYJonesboro, GA 302364.0 mi miles away
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2470 MOUNT ZION PKWYJonesboro, GA 302364.0 mi miles away
Dr. Isioma Okwumabua, MD
Specialty: Geriatric Medicine
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1513 Cleveland Ave Bldg 500Atlanta, GA 303449.7 mi miles away
Patients Tell Us:
- Offers Telehealth
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1513 Cleveland Ave Bldg 500Atlanta, GA 303449.7 mi miles away
Kristen Shea, NP
Specialty: Geriatric Medicine
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1263 Moreland Ave SEAtlanta, GA 303168.2 mi miles away
Care Philosophy: Kristen Shea is a Adult-Gerontology Nurse Practitioner at our Moreland primary care doctor’s office. Kristen is excited to get to know you and provide the personalized care you deserve. Our primary care providers, and supporting care team, develop preventive care plans to help you achieve your physical and mental health goals. Get the care you deserve. Schedule an in-person, phone, or video visit today.
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1263 Moreland Ave SEAtlanta, GA 303168.2 mi miles away
On staff atOak Street Health Moreland.
Willie Beavers III, PT
Specialty: Geriatric Medicine
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549 Country Club DrStockbridge, GA 302817.5 mi miles away
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549 Country Club DrStockbridge, GA 302817.5 mi miles away
Dr. Ingrid Da Costa, MD
Specialty: Geriatric Medicine
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2124 Candler RdDecatur, GA 300328.0 mi miles away
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2124 Candler RdDecatur, GA 300328.0 mi miles away
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