Perspectives of Indonesian Dermatologists on the Competence Evaluation of Geriatric Doctors

Background:. Geriatric doctors may face limitations in managing patients due to their own aging. However, age restrictions can also be seen as discriminatory or as diminishing the valuable contributions of experienced professionals.Objective:. To examine dermatologists’ opinions on geriatric doctors engaging in professional activities.Method:. An online survey of Indonesian dermatologists was conducted in 2023 to explore their views regarding the matter. Respondents considered “old” or “geriatric” were those age 60 or older.Results:. The majority of both younger and older respondents do not support age restrictions, though the younger group showed a slightly greater tendency to favor them compared to the older group. The survey also revealed that 87.5% of respondents believe there should be no age limit for doctors; however, they emphasized the importance of assessing mental and physical well-being, particularly for doctors involved in surgical procedures.Conclusion:. Various evaluations should be tailored for aging physicians, depending on whether they engage in interventional or non-interventional practices.