Frailty
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Frailty is a state, common in older people, in which the body loses its reserves and ability to recover, becoming more vulnerable to illness, falls, or changes in health. It is not a single disease but a condition reflecting an overall decline.
How it is usually recognized: Loss of strength and unintended weight loss, slow walking, easy fatigue, and reduced usual activity.
When should it be assessed? When an older person noticeably loses independence, strength, or energy, a comprehensive evaluation is advisable.
Which specialist handles it? The geriatrician is the right professional to assess frailty and propose a care plan tailored to each person. Seeking help in time makes it easier to better support the health and independence of older adults.
Data on 331 doctors who treat frailty
Which specialist treats frailty?
Frailty in older adults should be evaluated by a Geriatrician, who assesses physical and functional status to help prevent complications. See this specialist if you notice loss of strength, weight, or energy in an older person. You can book an appointment for a comprehensive evaluation.
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Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in frailty
Dr. Rodrigo Armando Vigueras Santiago
Dr. Jetro Osorio
Dr. Nayeli Solis Argüelles
Dr. María de Lourdes Verde hoyos
Dr. Evelin Flores
Dr. Vicente de Jesus Flores Lopez
Dr. Juan David García Romero
Dr. Daniel García Sánchez Mejorada
Dr. Jacqueline Montero Schwarz
Dr. Frida Larrache Campos
Dr. Venus Xochiquetzal Villalobos Hernández
Dr. Elizabeth Bautista López
Dr. Maria Fernanda Frausto Mendoza
Dr. Emmanuel Hernández Sánchez
Dr. Karla Escobedo Vázquez
Dr. Brisa Vega Castellanos
Dr. Nitza Pérez Martínez
Dr. Gimena Soledad Liberman Estévez
Dr. Miriam Nava Castillo
Dr. Daniel Ivan Aquino
Frequently asked questions
What is frailty?
Frailty is a state, common in older people, in which the body loses its reserves and ability to recover, becoming more vulnerable to illness, falls, or changes in health. It is not a single disease but a condition reflecting an overall decline.
Which doctor treats frailty?
Frailty in older adults should be evaluated by a Geriatrician, who assesses physical and functional status to help prevent complications. See this specialist if you notice loss of strength, weight, or energy in an older person. You can book an appointment for a comprehensive evaluation.