A physician specializing in the diseases, disabilities, and care of older adults is a(n)
A) oncologist.
B) ageologist.
C) gerontologist.
D) geriatrician.

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A physician specializing in the diseases, disabilities, and care of older adults is called a geriatrician. Option A is incorrect as an oncologist specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer. Option B is not a recognized medical specialty. Option C is related to the study of aging, but does not necessarily involve medical care.

A Physician Specializing in the Diseases, Disabilities, and Care of Older