The number of Americans over 65 grew faster than ever from 2010 to 2020, but the declining number of geriatricians poses a significant healthcare challenge.
Currently, there is one geriatrician for every 10,000 older Americans, and the number of board-certified geriatricians has decreased from 10,000 in 2000 to around 7,400 in 2022.
Medical schools largely neglect the geriatric rotation, which affects the healthcare quality for the elderly and deprives future doctors of a fulfilling specialty.
Geriatric care encourages patient-led decisions and addresses the complex needs of older patients through a model focused on medication, mentation, mobility, and what matters most.
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