Geriatric Medicine | Northwell Health
Geriatrics • Waterbury, CT
About
Nuvance Health's Geriatric Medicine program in Waterbury, Connecticut provides coordinated care for adults 65 and older focused on aging-related health challenges. Services include geriatric assessments, memory and cognitive disorder testing, depression and anxiety care, chronic illness management for conditions like diabetes and arthritis, rehabilitation therapy, medication management, and supportive services including caregiver support and balance clinics. The team-based approach combines geriatric specialists with primary care providers to help patients stay healthy and independent.
Clinic Type
Geriatrics
Address
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Phone
%28203%29749-5700
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Opening Hours
Not published — contact the clinic to confirm hours.
Services Offered
Insurance & Payment
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Languages Spoken
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Current Offers
New patient offer
FAQs
What is Geriatric Medicine at Nuvance Health?
Care for adults 65 and older with a focus on aging-related health challenges to keep them healthy and independent.
What services are included in the Geriatric Care program?
Coordinated, team-based care at convenient locations; personalized treatment plans; focus on aging-related needs.
What services are included in Geriatric Medicine at Nuvance Health?
The page describes a range of geriatric services including healthy aging assessments, treatment options for memory and cognitive disorders, depression and anxiety care, chronic illness management (diabetes, arthritis, osteoporosis), rehabilitation therapy, routine wellness screenings, medication management, and supportive services for seniors (caregiver and bereavement support, balance clinics, palliative care guidance, primary care support).
Who is the geriatric care team and how do I access care?
The care teams are described as dedicated geriatric specialists who work with patients and their primary care team to maximize wellness at every stage of life. Your PCP partners with specialists to support you.
What is an annual wellness visit and is it covered?
An annual wellness visit is a preventive service described as a one-on-one discussion with your provider. It is covered by Medicare and includes medical and family history, health and preventive care focus, medication discussion, routine measurements, environmental safety, depression and dementia screening, and advanced care planning.
What support services are available for caregivers and families?
Caregiver support groups, bereavement support, adjusting to aging support groups, balance clinics, referrals to community programs and service, palliative care guidance, and primary care support.
Are there memory and cognitive disorder services available?
Yes, advanced testing and treatment for memory and cognitive disorders are listed as part of treatment options.
What other conditions are addressed in geriatric care?
Care includes management of acute and chronic illnesses like diabetes, arthritis, osteoporosis, as part of comprehensive geriatric care.
Is there involvement of rehabilitation or mobility services?
Rehabilitation therapy is listed among treatment options.
How can patients find a primary care doctor within Nuvance Health?
The page references finding a Nuvance Health primary care doctor, indicating PCPs partner with geriatric specialists for coordinated care.
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What Patients Say
Overall sentiment across review platforms: mixed
- Vitals: 5.0/5.0 (2)
Patients praise
- Patients have highly rated individual geriatricians in the Waterbury area, such as Dr. Yuliya Riat, who maintains a 5.0-star rating.
- Geriatric medicine services in Waterbury are well-established through Waterbury Hospital and local specialized providers.
Common complaints
- No specific aggregate reviews or complaints are available for Northwell Health geriatric services in the Waterbury area, as this is a newly established presence following the integration of Nuvance Health.
"Patients consistently recognize her dedication, giving her an average rating of 5.0 stars."
— Vitals profile for Dr. Yuliya RiatSynthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 11, 2026 — sources: [1][2][3][4].
In the News
- Northwell Phelps Hospital's geriatrics program turns 30 | Northwell Health — Aug 18, 2025
- Geriatric psychiatry: Meeting an aging America's behavioral health needs | Northwell Health — Feb 10, 2026
- Northwell and The John A. Hartford Foundation launch age-friendly training program | Northwell Health — Apr 14, 2026
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