Geriatricians play an important role in health care as they have high-level expertise in dealing with the medical complexities of older patients who often are juggling multiple chronic and/or acute conditions. Seniors face unique health challenges that children and younger adults do not, and consulting with a specialist who is well familiar with these issues plays a huge role in preventative and ongoing care.   Geriatricians are trained to consider the needs of the person as a whole, focussing on maintaining and/or bolstering their quality of life through various means. This includes communicating with family members and caregivers, making recommendations regarding home safety and accessibility, as well as coordinating care with other specialists to ensure the highest level of care is received.