Dear Doctors: What is a geriatrician, and how do you know if you need one? My mom is 78 and is starting to be frail. She feels like her regular doctor doesn't listen to her and rushes through her appointments. I wonder if switching to a specialist might be better for her.
Dear Reader: A geriatrician is a physician who has undergone specialized training in the field of geriatric medicine.
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