A physician with special training in geriatric medicine. In previous times, this training was self-taught through the special attention physicians gave their older patients. Presently, 1-3 years training programs that follow the regular medical curriculum are established in many of the teaching medical centers.
A doctor who specialises in the treatment or study of diseases of old people.
A physician specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of problems and diseases of the elderly.
A clinician who specializes in the care of older people.