7 Geriatricians Found in Gettysburg, PA

We found 7 Geriatricians available in Gettysburg, PA with an average 5 stars across 13 reviews. Find the best one for your needs by years of experience, distance, reviews on Vitals, and more through the filters provided below. Currently, 3 Geriatricians listed are accepting new patients and 1 accepts Medicare.

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Dr. Neil Naginbhai Patel, MD

Family Medicine
Accepting New Patients
Bala Cynwyd, PA
"DOCTOR PATEL IS THE BEST DOCTOR I HAVE EVER ENCOUNTER IN MY WAY.VERY PROFECIONAL,LIKE TO TAKE SPECIAL CARE AND TAKE THE TIME TO MET HIS PATIENCE" View Profile

Dr. James Newton Hammett, DO

Family Medicine
49 years exp
Gettysburg, PA1.0 mi
Dr. James Newton Hammett, DO is a health care provider primarily located in Gettysburg, PA. He has 49 years of experience. View Profile

Jamie M. Sikora, FNP

Geriatric Medicine
Accepting New Patients
Bala Cynwyd, PA
"Th?t hi?m khi g?p du?c m?t bác si th?c s? quan tâm d?n b?n. Bác si Lashgari dã n? l?c h?t mình d? giúp tôi di?u tr? b?nh. Cô ?y dã g?i di?n cho các bác si khác d? giúp tôi, m?" View Profile

Dr. John Richard Kalloz, MD

Internal Medicine
48 years exp
Gettysburg, PA2.3 mi
Dr. John Richard Kalloz, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Gettysburg, PA. He has 48 years of experience. View Profile

Christina Cohee

Nurse Practitioner
Gettysburg, PA1.0 mi
Christina Cohee is a health care provider primarily located in Gettysburg, PA. Their specialties include Geriatric Medicine, Nurse Practitioner, Internal Medicine. View Profile

Dr. Alexandra Marie Ristow, MD

Family Medicine
13 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Bala Cynwyd, PA
Dr. Alexandra Marie Ristow, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Bala Cynwyd, PA, with other offices in Charlotte, NC and Rock Hill, SC. View Profile

Jill Gerber Madigan

Nurse Practitioner
Gettysburg, PA1.0 mi
Jill Gerber Madigan is a health care provider primarily located in Gettysburg, PA, with another office in Gettysburg, PA. View Profile

What is a Geriatrician and How Can They Help You?

A geriatrician specializes in healthcare for older adults, addressing age-related medical complexity and functional status. These physicians focus on maintaining independence, managing multiple conditions, and optimizing quality of life in elderly patients.

Geriatricians complete medical school, a residency in internal medicine or family medicine, and a one-year geriatric medicine fellowship emphasizing age-related syndromes, medication optimization, and comprehensive geriatric evaluation.

A Geriatrician's practice involves:

  • Emphasizes the aging process and geriatric syndrome management
  • Performs holistic geriatric evaluations, coordinates multiple chronic conditions, manages care transitions
  • Addresses cognitive decline, balance disorders, frailty syndromes, bone fragility, medication complexity, and age-related functional limitations
  • Uses pharmaceutical optimization, injury prevention protocols, cognitive screening, and interdisciplinary care planning
  • Alternative names: elder medicine physician, gerontology specialist, MD, DO

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the best way to search for a Geriatrician in Gettysburg who accepts my health insurance?
Navigate to the insurance filter located at the top of the search page and select your health plan. This will display only Geriatricians in Gettysburg who are in-network with your carrier. For additional confirmation, visit each doctor's profile or reach out to their office by phone.
Where can I find Geriatricians in Gettysburg who offer virtual appointments?
Select the "Virtual Visit" filter at the top of the search page to see Geriatricians providing telehealth services in Gettysburg. Check each doctor's profile for video visit options and online scheduling availability. You may also call their office to set up a remote consultation.
What's the easiest way to locate highly-rated Geriatricians in Gettysburg?
Use the "Ratings" filter at the top of the search page to filter results by the average star rating. Browse individual profiles to see patient reviews and ratings in detail. When comparing Geriatricians, look at both the average star rating and how many patients have submitted reviews.
Is it possible to schedule a same-day visit with a Geriatrician in Gettysburg?
Visit individual doctor profiles to see their current scheduling availability in Gettysburg. If you don't see same-day openings listed online, try calling their office—walk-in times may be available that don't appear on the website.
Which Geriatricians in Gettysburg have the shortest wait times?
Review the Ratings & Reviews card on each provider's profile to see their average wait time in Gettysburg. This helps you find a Geriatrician that doesn’t make their patients wait too long.
Can I schedule appointments with Geriatricians in Gettysburg without calling?
Search for Geriatricians who have "Book Online" or "Request Now" options on their profiles. Click these buttons to access online appointment scheduling. If a provider doesn't offer web-based booking, their phone number will be available for traditional scheduling.
How do I locate a Geriatrician in Gettysburg with evening or weekend hours?
Check the Locations card on each profile to view office hours for Geriatricians in Gettysburg. This helps you find providers with non-traditional availability. For the most accurate information about extended availability, call the office directly.
How do I leave feedback about my appointment with a Geriatrician in Gettysburg?
Go to your doctor's profile page and click the "Leave a Review" button or link. You can share your rating and write about your experience. Patient reviews like yours help others in the community choose the right Geriatrician.
How can I locate a Geriatrician in Gettysburg who is fluent in my preferred language?
Review the language information displayed on individual profiles for Geriatricians. If this information isn't available online, contact the office directly to ask about the doctor's language capabilities or whether interpreters are available.
How do I search for a Geriatrician in Gettysburg who works at a particular hospital or medical center?
Check the "Hospital Affiliation" and "Locations" sections on each provider's profile to see where Geriatricians practice. You can also enter a specific hospital or medical group name into the search tool to find Geriatricians who work there.

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