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Taxonomy: 207RG0300X - Geriatric Medicine (Internal Medicine) Physicians

An internist who has special knowledge of the aging process and special skills in the diagnostic, therapeutic, preventive and rehabilitative aspects of illness in the elderly. This specialist cares for geriatric patients in the patient's home, the office, long-term care settings such as nursing homes and the hospital.

Full Name:	Geriatric Medicine (Internal Medicine) Physician
Taxonomy Code:	207RG0300X
Level I, Provider Grouping:	Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Level II, Classification:	Internal Medicine
Additional Info:	Source: American Board of Medical Specialties, 2007. www.abms.org [7/1/2007: added definition, added source; 7/1/2011: modified source] Additional Resources: American Board of Internal Medicine, 2007. http://www.abim.org/. American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine, 2007. http://www.osteopathic.org/certification Board certification for Medical Doctors (MDs) is provided by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Board certification for Doctors of Osteopathy (DOs) is provided by the American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine.