Geriatrics is the field of medicine dedicated to the health care of the aging population. It encompasses the study and management of age-related physical and mental declines, chronic diseases, and functional impairments. Care within this discipline focuses not only on treating individual symptoms but also on maintaining overall functional independence and optimizing quality of life in the face of cumulative physical changes. Management principles include addressing polypharmacy, managing the complex interplay of co-morbidities, and assessing physical capabilities across multiple systems. The goal of geriatric care is to promote wellness and maximize autonomy by developing comprehensive care plans that account for the unique physiological shifts associated with advanced age.