“…A geriatrician with a strong gerontological background needs not only to provide treatment for the age-related disorders, but also to play a supportive and educational role in the prevention of new diseases and likely complications of the ageing-related diseases [4]. This would include educational support for diet, exercise, and cognitive therapies, in an integrated and coordinated work with nurses, social workers, psychologists, physiotherapists, and caregivers to allow a continuity of care for the older patient.…”