Geriatrist
Pronunciation: /ˈdʒɛˌɹiˈætˈɹɪst/
Geriatrist (noun)
- A doctor who treats health problems in older adults, focusing on changes that happen with age.
- A medical specialist trained to manage many conditions common in later life and coordinate long-term care.
Examples
- A geriatrist checks older people for health problems.
- The geriatrist listens carefully to older patients.