FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is Geriatrics? Geriatrics is the branch of medicine focusing on health promotion and the prevention and treatment of disease and disability in later life.
What is a Geriatrician? A Geriatrician is a medical doctor who is specially trained to prevent and manage the unique and multiple health concerns of older adults. They are board-certified in either Family Practice or Internal Medicine and have acquired additional training to obtain the Certificate of Added Qualifications in Geriatric Medicine. A team of health care professionals will work together in the medical evaluation of an older patient.
Who should see a Geriatrician? Regardless of an older person's age, a geriatrician should be consulted when:
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An older person's condition causes considerable impairment and frailty.
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Family members and friends are feeling considerable stress and strain as caregivers.
Where are you located?
University of Utah, Clinic I is located at 50 N Mario Capecchi Drive.
Veterans Administration Medical Center (VAMC), Blue Clinic is located in the Veteran's Main Hospital, Bldg 14, 500 Foothill Blvd., ground level.
Where do I park?
University of Utah, Clinic I parking is available in the main parking terrace for the University Hospital
VAMC Blue Clinic parking is located just outside the main hospital.
How do I make an appointment?
University of Utah Clinic I, please call (801) 581-2628.
VAMC Blue Clinic, please call (801) 582-1565 Ext 1883
What are your office hours?
University of Utah, Clinic I 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
VAMC Blue Clinic 8:00 am to 4:30 pm
My Husband/wife wants to donate his/her body to the Medical School. What should I do?
Contact the University of Utah, Neurobiology and Anatomy Department, (801) 581-6728
