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Geriatrician
In Canada, pursuing a career as a geriatrician is both rewarding and essential, especially as the population ages. Geriatricians are vital in managing the health of older adults, focusing on their unique medical needs and improving their quality of life. With a growing demand for specialists in this field, you will find ample opportunities to make a meaningful impact in your community.
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Curious about being a geriatrician? Here's the honest picture - what you'd really do, what you'd earn, and every way in. No need to decide anything yet.
What you'd actually do
As a geriatrician in Canada, you will focus on the healthcare needs of older adults, addressing complex medical issues and coordinating care across various services. Your role will include performing comprehensive assessments, creating tailored treatment plans, and collaborating with a range of healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient outcomes. You will also play a key role in educating patients and their families about managing chronic conditions and navigating the healthcare system.
1Conducting detailed health assessments of elderly patients.
2Developing and implementing individualised care plans.
3Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive care.
Career progression & pay
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Getting in
Junior Geriatrician
$70,000 CAD
MD or DO
As a junior geriatrician, you will gain valuable experience under the guidance of seasoned professionals, focusing on patient care.
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Building up
Mid-Level Geriatrician
$120,000 CAD
3-5 years of experience
In this role, you will manage a larger patient base, handle more complex cases, and begin to specialise in specific areas of geriatric care.
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At the top
Senior Geriatrician
$180,000 CAD
Extensive experience and board certification
As a senior geriatrician, you will lead teams, mentor junior staff, and influence policies in geriatric care.
Degrees that lead here via Medicine and Dentistry
Applied Medical Sciences
University College London
Bachelor of Dental Hygiene
University of Bristol
Bachelor of Dental Therapy
University of Bristol
Bachelor of Medicine / Bachelor of Surgery
University of Sunderland
Bachelor of Medicine Bachelor of Surgery
Brighton and Sussex Medical School
Bachelor of Medicine Bachelor of Surgery
The University of Kent
Apprenticeships that lead here
No apprenticeship standard maps directly yet - the university or college route is the main way in.
Organisations in this field
NHS
The National Health Service is the publicly funded healthcare system in the UK, offering a range of services including geriatric care.
Barts Health NHS Trust
One of the largest NHS trusts in the UK, providing comprehensive geriatric services.
Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust
A leading NHS trust known for its innovative approaches to geriatric medicine.
How to get in - your routes
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