When compared to the overall population, older persons consume a disproportionately large percentage of healthcare resources. Despite more than three decades of advocacy and efforts, the number of clinicians with specialized training in geriatrics is still insufficient to address the growing population of the elderly. This article examines the current condition of geriatric education, including how geriatric coverage is valued, how geriatric competence is defined, and how students' geriatric abilities are tested. For more details please contact us! 9999878397