25 of the Best Geriatricians Near Me in Boston, MA

Looking for the best geriatrician or geriatric doctor near Boston, MA? Find a top geriatrician near you in Boston, MA who is an expert in your specific condition. A geriatrician is a doctor who specializes in conditions that affect older adults, particularly those over the age of 65.

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MediFind found 172 specialists near Boston, MA

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    Dana-Farber Cancer Institute

    450 Brookline Ave, 
    Boston, MA 
     (2.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Tammy Hshieh is a primary care provider, practicing in Geriatrics in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Hshieh is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Delirium, Acute Myeloblastic Leukemia with Maturation, Acute Myeloblastic Leukemia without Maturation, and Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML).

    Expertise in
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    Expertise in
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    Massachusetts General Hospital

    55 Fruit St, 
    Boston, MA 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Christine Ritchie is a Geriatrics provider in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Ritchie is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Dementia, Chronic Pain, Alzheimer's Disease, Chronic Spontaneous Urticaria (CSU), and Gastrostomy.

    Shoshana T. Streiter
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    Brigham And Womens Physicians Organization Inc

    75 Francis St, 
    Boston, MA 
     (2.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. Shoshana Streiter joined the division in 2019.  She is board certified in geriatrics and internal medicine. She leads the HOPE (Hospitalized Older Person Experience) pathway, a co-management service between Geriatrics and Internal Medicine, which she initiated in 2019.The HOPE pathway serves hospitalized older adults at high risk for geriatric syndromes such as delirium, cognitive impairment, falls, or polypharmacy. HOPE provides an extra layer of support for vulnerable older adults in the inpatient setting and offers education about managing older adults in an organic and integrated way to the Internal Medicine trainees. She is committed to the improvement of care received by older patients and to further developing co-management models of care for these patients.Dr. Streiter is also a dedicated educator. As a geriatrics fellow at BIDMC she was on the Clinician Educator Track and during her advanced Geriatric fellowship at the VA Boston Healthcare System (VABHS) she focused on geriatric medical education, with a concentration on curriculum design and implementation. She participated in the 2018 Harvard Macy Institute Program for Post-Graduate Trainees: Future Academic Clinician-Educators and is currently participating in the 2021-22 Harvard Macy Institute Program for Educators in Health Professions. Her top area of expertise is Delirium.

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    Healthy Life Physicians Group P.C.

    179 Lincoln St Ste 404, 
    Boston, MA 
     (0.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Sarita Golikeri is a primary care provider, practicing in Geriatrics in Boston, Massachusetts. Her top areas of expertise are High Cholesterol, Obesity in Children, Subacute Thyroiditis, and Hypothyroidism.

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    Boston University Medical Center

    88 East Newton St, 
    Boston, MA 
     (1.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ilona Kopits is a primary care provider, practicing in Geriatrics in Boston, Massachusetts. Her top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Pachydermoperiostosis, Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), and Heart Failure.

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    Cha Broadway Care Center

    300 Broadway, 
    Somerville, MA 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Matthew Corey is a Geriatrics provider in Somerville, Massachusetts. His top areas of expertise are Alcoholic Neuropathy, Necrosis, Alzheimer's Disease, and Schizoaffective Disorder.

    Samir R. Tulebaev
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    Brigham And Women's Hospital, Heart And Vascular Center

    70 Francis Street, Carl J. And Ruth Shapiro Cardiovascular Center, 
    Boston, MA 
     (3.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Tulebaev joined the division in September 2013. He has developed a geriatric co-management service with the Trauma, Burn, and Surgical Critical Care Service and has been seeing patients since October 2013.The geriatric co-management program has resulted in a clinically meaningful reduction in ICU readmissions, in-hospital mortality, and 30-day mortality among geriatric trauma patients. The program has been greeted with great enthusiasm. Dr. Tulebaev won a Partners Innovation and Leadership Award in 2015. This program was developed and further formalized into the Frailty Identification and Care Pathway collaboration with the Division of Trauma, Burn, and Surgical Critical Care as well as the Department of Nursing. This pilot program was successfully implemented on general surgery units and the Surgical ICU.The frailty pathway is unique in terms of active geriatric co-management in ICU setting. Dr. Tulebaev is actively collaborating on research projects with the Department of Neurosurgery to introduce continuous monitoring of sleep and psychomotor agitation in frail older adults and with the Department of Anesthesiology to introduce AI assisted voice technology to monitor postoperative pain in older adults.Dr. Tulebaev was recently appointed as a member of the Ethics Committee at BWH. He is committed to advancing the field of geriatric medicine by teaching residents and medical students, and developing curricula to reach current and potential geriatricians around the world.He is interested in the application of technology and ambient intelligence in geriatric medicine. By encouraging the collaboration of clinicians and engineers, he hopes to bring tools of continuous, ubiquitous, and non-invasive monitoring to the practice of geriatric medicine.

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    Melrosewakefield Healthcare Inc.

    170 Governors Ave, 
    Medford, MA 
     (5.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Saeid Elmi is a primary care provider, practicing in Geriatrics in Medford, Massachusetts. Dr. Elmi is highly rated in 18 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Dementia, Alzheimer's Disease, Schizoaffective Disorder, and Dysgraphia.

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    Tufts Medical Center Primary Care-Quincy

    1690 Crown Colony Dr, 
    Quincy, MA 
     (8.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Daniel Driscoll is a primary care provider, practicing in Geriatrics in Quincy, Massachusetts. Dr. Driscoll is highly rated in 8 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Familial Chronic Mucocutaneous Candidiasis, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Esophagitis, and Barrett Esophagus.

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    Expertise in
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    Mt Auburn Hospital Dept Of Psychiatry

    330 Mount Auburn St, 
    Cambridge, MA 
     (4.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Diane Mcmullin is a primary care provider, practicing in Geriatrics in Cambridge, Massachusetts. Dr. Mcmullin is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), Childhood Iron Deficiency Anemia, Postmenopausal Osteoporosis, Osteoporosis, and Endoscopy.

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    Expertise in
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    Office

    83 Littlefield Rd, 
    Newton Center, MA 
     (7.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Murali Ramadurai is a primary care provider, practicing in Geriatrics in Newton Center, Massachusetts. Dr. Ramadurai is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Dementia, Decorticate Posture, Decerebrate Posture, and Anemia.

    Expertise in
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    22 Liberty Dr Unit 6F, 
    Boston, MA 
     (1.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Hooshang Poor is a Geriatrics provider in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Poor is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Decerebrate Posture, Decorticate Posture, Swallowing Difficulty, and Painful Swallowing.

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    The Quimby Center For Geriatric Care

    300 Mount Auburn St Ste 517, 
    Cambridge, MA 
     (4.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Asma Tahir is a Geriatrics provider in Cambridge, Massachusetts. Dr. Tahir is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Alzheimer's Disease, Low Blood Pressure, and Protein Deficiency.

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    Expertise in
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    Office

    625 Mount Auburn St Ste 106, 
    Cambridge, MA 
     (4.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Azadeh Assarpour is a primary care provider, practicing in Geriatrics in Cambridge, Massachusetts. Dr. Assarpour is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Decerebrate Posture, Decorticate Posture, Painful Swallowing, Swallowing Difficulty, and Hip Replacement.

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    Expertise in
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    The Quimby Center For Geriatric Care

    300 Mount Auburn St Ste 517, 
    Cambridge, MA 
     (4.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Amanda Berling is a primary care provider, practicing in Geriatrics in Cambridge, Massachusetts. Dr. Berling is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are High Potassium Level, Postmenopausal Osteoporosis, Osteoporosis, and Melorheostosis with Osteopoikilosis.

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    Tufts Medical Center Inc.

    750 Washington St, 
    Boston, MA 
     (0.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Cinthya Marturano is a Geriatrics provider in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Marturano is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, Osteoporosis, and Postmenopausal Osteoporosis.

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    Geriatrics | Internal Medicine

    Brigham And Womens Physicians Organization Inc

    75 Francis St, 
    Boston, MA 
     (2.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Laura Frain is a primary care provider, practicing in Geriatrics and Internal Medicine in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Frain is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Cerebellar Degeneration, Vascular Dementia, Dementia, and Alzheimer's Disease. Dr. Frain is currently accepting new patients.

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    Cambridge Health Alliance

    26 Central St, 
    Somerville, MA 
     (3.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Rebecca Warner is a Geriatrics provider in Somerville, Massachusetts. Dr. Warner is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Major Depression, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Bipolar Disorder (BPD), and Schizophrenia.

    Expertise in
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    Tufts Medical Center

    800 Washington St, 
    Boston, MA 
     (0.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Fadi Ramadan is a primary care provider, practicing in Geriatrics in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Ramadan is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Alkaptonuria, Chronic Cough, Vertigo, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), and Hip Replacement.

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    Office

    55 Fruit St Ste 2C, 
    Boston, MA 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Masaya Higuchi is a primary care provider, practicing in Geriatrics in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Higuchi is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Adult T-Cell Leukemia, Lewy Body Dementia (LBD), Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), and Hypertension.

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    Office

    55 Fruit St Ste Yawkey, 
    Boston, MA 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Esteban Franco is a primary care provider, practicing in Geriatrics in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Franco is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Delirium, Malnutrition, Vitamin D Deficiency, and Cellulitis.

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    Boston Medical Center

    1 Boston Medical Ctr Pl, 
    Boston, MA 
     (1.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Thomas Perls is a primary care provider, practicing in Geriatrics in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Perls is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Dementia, Alzheimer's Disease, Developmental Dysphasia Familial, Rhabdomyosarcoma, and Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT).

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    Cha

    119 Windsor St, 
    Cambridge, MA 
     (2.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Michelle Johnson is a primary care provider, practicing in Geriatrics in Cambridge, Massachusetts. Dr. Johnson is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Vascular Dementia, Dementia, Painful Swallowing, and Swallowing Difficulty.

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    Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center

    330 Brookline Ave, 
    Boston, MA 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Matthew Growdon is a primary care provider, practicing in Geriatrics in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Growdon is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Dementia, Subcutaneous Emphysema, Delirium, and Alzheimer's Disease.

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    Expertise in
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    151 Everett Ave, 
    Chelsea, MA 
     (2.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Sanja Percac is a primary care provider, practicing in Geriatrics in Chelsea, Massachusetts. Dr. Percac is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Colorectal Cancer, Angiodysplasia of the Colon, Meige Syndrome, Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy.

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    What is a geriatrician? 

    A geriatrician, also known as a geriatric doctor, is a physician who specializes in the healthcare needs of older adults. Geriatricians focus on managing the complex physical, mental, and social changes that often come with aging, such as managing multiple health conditions or chronic diseases. While a primary care doctor provides general medical care for people of all ages, a geriatric doctor is specifically trained to recognize and treat issues specific to older adults. Geriatricians consider how treatments interact with aging bodies and how they can support overall health and wellness for their patients. 

    At what age should someone start seeing a geriatric doctor?    

    Typically, people start seeing a geriatric doctor around age 65, especially if they have multiple health conditions, mobility challenges, memory issues, or other age-related concerns. However, there isn’t a strict age limit – any adult with complex health needs or concerns about aging may benefit from seeing a geriatrician. By working with a geriatrician, older adults receive care tailored to their needs, which can help prevent complications and improve daily functioning. 

    What tests are performed by a geriatrician? 

    A geriatrician performs various assessments to evaluate an older adult’s overall health. Common tests include memory tests to check for cognitive changes, mobility assessments to identify any risk of falls, and mental health screenings for depression or anxiety. They may also review medications to avoid drug interactions and conduct routine health tests like blood pressure and blood work to monitor chronic conditions. These tests are important for creating a personalized care plan that supports each patient’s health and independence. 

    How do I find a Geriatrician near Boston, MA?

    A Geriatrician is a type of primary care provider, and is responsible for your ongoing healthcare monitoring and maintenance, and is your first line of treatment. You should see your Geriatrician near Boston, MA at least once a year. If new symptoms arise, they will also help you get properly diagnosed, although for many situations you will need to see a specialist near Boston, MA to get diagnosed and treated.

    You can find a Geriatrician in any of the 10 largest U.S. cities by clicking below:
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    What are the different kinds of primary care providers, including Geriatricians,  near Boston, MA?

    • A pediatrician is an expert in childhood growth and development and they are frequently the primary care provider for children under 18.
    • Adults near Boston, MA generally see an Internist, a General Practitioner, or a Family Practitioner (often informally called a Family Doctor) for their primary care.
    • Older adults near Boston, MA may see a Geriatrician, which is a provider that specializes in the care of older people.
    • Some women near Boston, MA choose to receive their primary care from their OB/GYN (obstetrician/gynecologist), though if you have multiple medical issues, it may be in your best interest to find a primary care physician.

    How do I get a referral near Boston, MA from my Geriatrician?

    Typically, your Boston Geriatrician will refer you to a specialist if they believe it to be necessary. You can also explore your symptoms or research your diagnosis to see what kinds of providers commonly treat your health condition near Boston, MA.

    Should I get a second opinion from another Geriatrician near Boston, MA for my health condition?

    When you’re making important health decisions, it’s always recommended to get medical opinions from more than one provider, whether that be another Geriatrician or a specialist near Boston, MA. If you just received a diagnosis from you Geriatrician, but something in your gut tells you to seek more guidance, it’s OK to consult with another doctor near Boston, MA to get additional insight into your condition and care. Second opinions are highly valuable because they can either confirm or disprove your original diagnosis or provide different perspectives from different Geriatrician. Most doctors, including Geriatricians, will not get offended and welcome second opinions, especially if you were diagnosed with a serious or rare condition. You can even use MediFind to search for another Geriatrician or specialist near Boston, MA who can provide a second opinion.

    How do I find a specialist near Boston, MA, in addition to my Geriatrician, for my specific condition?

    There are over 7,000 conditions that providers, including Geriatricians and specialists need to treat. With so many conditions, it is nearly impossible for any provider to be an expert in every unique condition, even in just one geographic area like Boston. However, plenty of research has shown that experience is the best predictor of expertise, and it is important to find a Boston doctor who has a lot of experience with your particular condition. MediFind can help you find a doctor or a second opinion for your condition. 
    When talking with your Geriatrician, be honest and don’t hold anything back, since your doctor can only help you with the information you give them. Understanding the full picture will give your Geriatrician more to work with and help them provide you with the best care.

    How can I learn about the latest research and medical advances my Geriatrician in Boston may know about?

    Geriatricians know there is new scientific research happening all the time, and in fact, it’s estimated that the total body of medical knowledge now doubles every 73 days. That’s a lot of information to keep up with, even for an excellent Geriatrician. MediFind can help you explore the latest medical advances, research, and breakthroughs for your health condition, giving you access to the same cutting-edge information as your Boston Geriatrician.

    How can I research clinical trials my Geriatrician might tell me about, especially ones that are located near Boston, MA?

    How can I research clinical trials my Geriatrician might tell me about, especially ones that are located near Boston, MA?
    Depending on your specific health condition, your Geriatrician may bring up clinical trials near Boston, MA during one of your appointments. The purpose of clinical trials is to find improvements or discoveries for diseases and treatments, and your Geriatrician may be working to stay on top of these developments, or refer you to a specialist who focuses on your condition. MediFind can help you easily search and filter clinical trials for your health condition, including those near Boston, MA, that your Geriatrician might bring up. You can also learn more about what to consider when exploring clinical trials that you may wish to discuss with your Geriatrician.

    What should I bring with me to an appointment with my Geriatrician near Boston, MA?

    Bring your list of concerns (or reasons for your visit) with you on a piece of paper or your phone, so you can easily recall them when speaking to your Geriatrician in Boston. You may want to consider bringing a friend or loved one for support, and to help you recall the information after your Geriatrician visit. Bring a notebook so you can take notes, copies of your medical records (dating back at least one year), a list of current medications, supplements and allergies to medications, your family history of disease, and a list of symptoms (and details about how long they last and how often they occur) to discuss with your Boston Geriatrician.

    When talking with your Geriatrician, be honest and don’t hold anything back, since your doctor can only help you with the information you give them. Understanding the full picture will give your Geriatrician more to work with and help them provide you with the best care.

    How can I get the most out of my Geriatrician appointment near Boston, MA?

    Being a “good patient” isn’t just about listening to your Geriatrician. It’s about engaging in your health together to ensure you receive a high quality of care, which is called practicing patient autonomy. It’s important to be honest with your Boston Geriatrician, and hide nothing, even if it’s embarrassing. You should also speak up and voice your concerns, and listen and ask questions of your Geriatrician. You may also consider doing your own research on your condition and talking to other patients before or after speaking with your Geriatrician.

    What questions should I ask my Boston Geriatrician?

    A few topics you may wish to ask your Geriatrician about include: diagnosis details, symptom management, medical care, second opinions from other Geriatricians, whether you should see a specialist near Boston, MA other than your Geriatrician, treatment plans, side effects, and expectations for follow-up appointments with your Geriatrician.

    Can a Geriatrician near Boston, MA help me check symptoms?

    Depending on your symptoms,  a Geriatrician near Boston, MA may be able to provide a different point of view on your health. You can also explore your symptoms and bring the results with you to your Geriatrician visit for discussion.

    What types of insurance are accepted by Geriatricians near Boston, MA?

    You should always contact your Geriatrician’s office to make sure they take your health insurance. Every Geriatrician has different arrangements with insurance providers. The most commonly accepted insurance near Boston, MA may not be the same as elsewhere, but some of the largest insurance providers are: Anthem/Blue Cross Blue Shield, Centene, UnitedHealthcare, Humana, HCSC (Health Care Service Corporation), CVS Health/Aetna, Kaiser Permanente, Molina Healthcare, and Cigna.

    How far should I travel to find the best Geriatrician near Boston, MA?

    Despite our increasingly connected world, there are times when you need to see your Geriatrician in person in Boston. For Geriatricians, this study concluded that people typically only travel about 18 minutes. So, a good rule of thumb is to select a primary care physician that is located near you in Boston, somewhere between 15-30 minutes away. For more specialized care, you may need to travel considerably further, but look for specialists within 45 minutes of your home near Boston, MA if possible.

    In recent years, many Geriatricians  have also adopted telehealth, also commonly called telemedicine, which is the use of digital technology to provide or supplement patient care. Telehealth can help reduce the burden of physical travel to your Geriatrician near Boston, MA. You might wish to consider contacting your Geriatrician’s office to learn about the telehealth options they offer for Boston, as well as your insurance provider.