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Geriatrics careers
Geriatrics covers healthcare for older adults and frailty. Teams typically work in elderly care wards, care homes and combine physician, occupational therapist roles. Compensation ranges from roughly $15,000 to $320,000 a year worldwide.
Quick answer
Geriatrics focuses on healthcare for older adults and frailty. Teams work in elderly care wards, care homes and pay ranges from $15,000 to $320,000 a year worldwide.
Snapshot
| Field | Detail |
|---|---|
| Category | Medical |
| Focus | healthcare for older adults and frailty |
| Settings | Elderly care wards, Care homes |
| Certifications | MRCP |
| Salary range (USD) | $15,000 – $320,000 |
Roles in this specialty
- Physician
- Occupational Therapist
Core procedures and activities
- Comprehensive geriatric assessment
- Falls prevention
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