Mainstream or Extinction: Can Defining Who We Are Save Geriatrics?—10 Years Later

Key Points

• The analysis aims to explore how defining geriatrics can contribute to its future sustainability in healthcare.
• Literature review of geriatric care frameworks and models
• Analysis of demographic trends in aging populations
• Evaluation of current healthcare interventions for older adults
• Poor definition of geriatrics contributes to its marginalization in healthcare
• Strengthening geriatrics could enhance patient care and healthcare efficiency
• Future sustainability relies on effective policy and intervention strategies

Abstract