Only 4% of social workers have formal certification in geriatric social work.Less than 1% of registered nurses, physician assistants and pharmacists identify themselves as specializing in geriatrics.Only 12% of nurse practitioners have special expertise in gerontological care.Few care professionals specialize in geriatrics:.will have to nearly triple the number of geriatricians to effectively care for the number of people projected to have Alzheimer's in 2050. Half of PCPs reported that they do not feel adequately prepared to care for individuals with Alzheimer’s and other dementias, and more than 25% reported being “only sometimes” or “never” comfortable answering patient questions about dementia.Even though the vast majority of initial diagnoses are made by primary care physicians (PCPs), nearly 40% reported that they were "never" or "only sometimes" comfortable making a diagnosis of Alzheimer's or another dementia.As the prevalence of Alzheimer’s disease increases, so does the need for additional members of the paid workforce who are involved in diagnosing, treating and caring for those living with the disease.
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