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geriatric
01
concerning the physical, mental, or social aspects of aging
Formal
Examples
The nursing home provides specialized care for geriatric patients.
Geriatric health issues often require careful monitoring of medication.
1.1
pertaining to the medical care or study of the elderly
Examples
The geriatric ward specializes in treating age-related illnesses like osteoporosis and dementia.
She completed a geriatric rotation during her residency to gain experience with elderly patients.
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