Geriatrics, a speciality which deals with comprehensive health issues of the elderly has been prevailing in our country since long back, but it is getting its limelight over the past few years.
The postgraduates seats in the field has been increased gradually across the country. Students who are compassionate and kind enough to handle the older citizens can opt for the branch, because the love you get back treating them is so rewarding.
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This could open more opportunities for the future healthcare sector. Such fields should be given more importance.
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Geriatrics is finally gaining its deserved recognition. It’s a truly rewarding field for compassionate individuals, offering unique challenges and the immense satisfaction of caring for and receiving love from our elderly.
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Many of the students like me aren’t yet aware of it. Could you explsin in more detail and which all colleges are offering pg in geriatric medicine
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Geriatric medicine in India is becoming more important with our growing elderly population. I feel there’s still a gap in specialized care for the elderly, especially for managing multiple chronic conditions, mental health, and mobility issues. It’s important because elderly patients have unique needs and proper geriatric care can improve their quality of life, reduce hospitalizations, and promote healthy, dignified aging.
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There’s growing awareness among healthcare professionals and the public about the importance of geriatric care and the need for specialized attention to the health and well-being of older adults.
This is great for senior citizens as this helps with their well being and with the help of a professional guidance it helps them in so many ways possible.
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- With an increase in elderly citizens → specialized care tailored to age-related conditions and complexities.
- Overall well-being, managing multiple chronic illnesses, mental health, mobility, and quality of life.
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Increase the opportunities for health care field in upcoming years
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What are the comparison if we compare both generic and branded in terms of side affect?
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Hi Shreya, thanks for showing interest in the field, Kindly check the link attached to know about the colleges providing Geriatric Pg residency Geriatric course | Indian Academy of Geriatrics
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Thank you 
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limits: no clinical trails are allow for geriatric patients
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Totally agree! Geriatrics is gaining the spotlight it deserves. It’s a rewarding field that lets us truly make a difference in the lives of the elderly.
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India needs this branch desperately because of its increasing elder population
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We have one branch for pedriatics so why can’t we have one for old aged ones 
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Geriatric medicine is a booming field in India due to the aging population.
The country faces challenges in providing specialized care for the elderly.
Geriatric care addresses medical, social, and economic needs of older adults.
There’s a growing demand for geriatric services, especially in rural areas.
MD in Geriatrics is a postgraduate program equipping doctors with specialized skills.
Top colleges offering this course include AIIMS, CMC Vellore, and others.
Geriatricians can find employment in hospitals, clinics, and home healthcare services.
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Geriatric medicine in India is growing due to the increasing elderly population.
This field focuses on addressing age-related health issues and chronic conditions.
Geriatric care improves quality of life and health outcomes for seniors.
It’s a specialized field requiring expertise in managing elderly health.
Geriatric medicine is essential for India’s demographic shift.
It offers a fulfilling career path for healthcare professionals.
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True! Neonatology and Geriatrics are two specialties devoted to extreme age groups. Both have immense need in a densely populated country like India.
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In India more youngster, they become older, so huge number of people are living above 80 years. The geriatric medicine professional need in future.
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Geriatrics is truly a meaningful field, and it’s great to see it gaining more attention and opportunities.