Geriatrics as a subspecialty has been somewhat unpopular in part because of poor reimbursements. As we know, procedure-based subspecialties are best remunerated. Having said that, as the elderly population grows and the government offers some loan forgiveness programs, the field is having a bit of a resurgence. Most Geriatric Medicine fellowship programs are available to candidates from both Internal Medicine and Family Medicine backgrounds and use ERAS. Click here for a list of ERAS-participating specialties and programs, including Geriatrics. There was a short piece on NPR that is now posted on their site about Geriatrics that is worth a listen.
For one-on-one help from me with your fellowship application please see the Insider Fellowship Page for a detailed list of my admission services.
