Dr. Lyon did her fellowship in Geriatrics and Nutritional science. What is "Geatrics"?
A)Taking care of people with diabetes
B)taking care of people with cancer
C)taking care of people with obesity
D)taking care of elderly people
D) taking care of elderly people
The correct answer is D) taking care of elderly people.
Geriatrics is a medical specialty that focuses on the care and treatment of elderly individuals. It involves assessing and managing the unique healthcare needs of older adults, including prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of diseases and conditions commonly seen in this population. Geriatricians are specially trained to deal with the complex physical, emotional, and social issues that can arise in older adults.