23 Geriatricians Found in Woonsocket, RI

We found 23 Geriatricians available in Woonsocket, RI with an average 3 stars across 93 reviews. Find the best one for your needs by years of experience, distance, reviews on Vitals, and more through the filters provided below. Currently, 15 Geriatricians listed are accepting new patients and 13 accept Medicare.

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Dr. Avanish Mehta, MD

Geriatric Medicine
51 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Woonsocket, RI0.4 mi
"so far so good!" View Profile

Dr. David Kwami

Behavioral Health & Social Services
Accepting New Patients
Providence, RI
Dr. David Kwami is a health care provider primarily located in Providence, RI. Their specialties include Geriatric Medicine, Behavioral Health & Social Services, Family Medicine. View Profile

Dr. Uma Rao, MD

Internal Medicine
63 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Woonsocket, RI0.3 mi
Dr. Uma Rao, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Woonsocket, RI, with other offices in Norton, MA and Providence, RI(and 5 other locations). View Profile

Alexander Orlando Richard Urzua

Addiction Medicine
67 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Woonsocket, RI0.4 mi
Alexander Orlando Richard Urzua is a health care provider primarily located in Woonsocket, RI, with other offices in COLUMBUS, OH and Greenville, NC(and 2052 other locations).

Ashley Olivia Martin

Nurse Practitioner
Accepting New Patients
Woonsocket, RI0.4 mi
Ashley Olivia Martin is a health care provider primarily located in Woonsocket, RI, with other offices in Woonsocket, RI and Lincoln, RI. View Profile

Dr. Altaf Ahmed Girach, MD

Geriatric Medicine
31 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Cumberland, RI4.6 mi
"Super understanding" View Profile

Dr. Samuel Maghuyop, MD

Geriatric Medicine
North Smithfield, RI1.6 mi
Dr. Samuel Maghuyop, MD is a health care provider primarily located in North Smithfield, RI, with another office in Brighton, MA. View Profile

Dr. Eugene Charles Jagella, MD

Geriatric Medicine
40 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Milford, MA9.3 mi
"After moving my elderly parents to live with me I had no idea where to find a doctor for them." View Profile

Dr. Usha Panneerselvam, MD

Geriatric Medicine
41 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Cumberland, RI4.6 mi
"Very thorough, great bedside manner, always follows up with her patients and makes them feel cared for." View Profile

Dr. Chi-Kuang Lai, MD

Geriatric Medicine
57 years exp
North Smithfield, RI1.6 mi
Dr. Chi-Kuang Lai, MD is a health care provider primarily located in North Smithfield, RI. He has 57 years of experience. View Profile

Dr. Salaheldin Mostafa Elhamamsy, MD

Internal Medicine
20 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Milford, MA9.2 mi
"Best doctor I've ever had. Gives great care and good advice." View Profile

Dr. Alan Michael Jackson, MD

Internal Medicine
45 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Milford, MA9.2 mi
Dr. Alan Michael Jackson, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Milford, MA, with other offices in Milford, MA and Marlborough, MA. He has 45 years of experience. View Profile

Herine Owuor Omer

Nurse Practitioner
Cumberland, RI1.9 mi
Herine Owuor Omer is a health care provider primarily located in Cumberland, RI, with another office in Cumberland, RI. View Profile

Dr. Mehmet Karaca

Geriatric Medicine
28 years exp
Cumberland, RI5.0 mi
Dr. Mehmet Karaca is a health care provider primarily located in Cumberland, RI, with other offices in Vero Beach, FL and Vero Beach, FL. He has 28 years of experience. View Profile

Jason C Heath

Nurse Practitioner
Accepting New Patients
Lincoln, RI5.1 mi
Jason C Heath is a health care provider primarily located in Lincoln, RI, with other offices in Providence, RI and Lincoln, RI. View Profile

Dr. Sue M Motz

Geriatric Medicine
37 years exp
North Smithfield, RI5.3 mi
Dr. Sue M Motz is a health care provider primarily located in North Smithfield, RI. She has 37 years of experience. Her specialties include Geriatric Medicine. View Profile

Ellery Suzanne Murray

Nurse Practitioner
Accepting New Patients
Franklin, MA7.0 mi
Ellery Suzanne Murray is a health care provider primarily located in Franklin, MA, with other offices in Attleboro, MA and Franklin, MA(and 2 other locations). View Profile

Carolyn M Obrien

Nurse Practitioner
Franklin, MA7.8 mi
Carolyn M Obrien is a health care provider primarily located in Franklin, MA. Her specialties include Geriatric Medicine, Nurse Practitioner. View Profile

Dr. James David Burrill

Geriatric Medicine
42 years exp
Lincoln, RI8.6 mi
Dr. James David Burrill is a health care provider primarily located in Lincoln, RI. He has 42 years of experience. His specialties include Geriatric Medicine, Internal Medicine. View Profile

Jennifer Lynn Kendall

Nurse Practitioner
WRENTHAM, MA9.0 mi
Jennifer Lynn Kendall is a health care provider primarily located in WRENTHAM, MA. Her specialties include Geriatric Medicine, Nurse Practitioner. View Profile

Laura Lynn Herr

Nurse Practitioner
Accepting New Patients
ATTLEBORO, MA9.2 mi
Laura Lynn Herr is a health care provider primarily located in ATTLEBORO, MA, with another office in ATTLEBORO, MA. View Profile

Saina Cadet

Nurse Practitioner
Accepting New Patients
Pawtucket, RI9.5 mi
Saina Cadet is a health care provider primarily located in Pawtucket, RI, with another office in Pawtucket, RI. Her specialties include Geriatric Medicine, Nurse Practitioner. View Profile

Kimberley A Brinkman

Nurse Practitioner
Accepting New Patients
Milford, MA9.8 mi
Kimberley A Brinkman is a health care provider primarily located in Milford, MA. Her specialties include Geriatric Medicine, Nurse Practitioner. 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 Woonsocket 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 Woonsocket 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 Woonsocket who offer virtual appointments?
Select the "Virtual Visit" filter at the top of the search page to see Geriatricians providing telehealth services in Woonsocket. 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 Woonsocket?
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 Woonsocket?
Visit individual doctor profiles to see their current scheduling availability in Woonsocket. 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 Woonsocket have the shortest wait times?
Review the Ratings & Reviews card on each provider's profile to see their average wait time in Woonsocket. This helps you find a Geriatrician that doesn’t make their patients wait too long.
Can I schedule appointments with Geriatricians in Woonsocket 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 Woonsocket with evening or weekend hours?
Check the Locations card on each profile to view office hours for Geriatricians in Woonsocket. 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 Woonsocket?
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 Woonsocket 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 Woonsocket 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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