As we age, being proactive with one’s health is important to living well. The team at Cottage Primary Care – Goleta provides comprehensive medical care, emphasizing preventive care, chronic disease management and overall well-being.
Each physician at the clinic is trained to provide high-quality primary care for adult patients. For those ages 65 and older with aging-related health concerns, Dr. Jayson Wright offers specialized expertise in geriatric medicine.
Dr. Jayson Wright is a Goleta native who has returned to his hometown to serve the community. Board-certified in internal medicine and geriatrics, Dr. Wright earned his Doctor of Medicine from the University of California Irvine School of Medicine.
He completed his primary care residency at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, followed by a geriatrics fellowship at UCLA Medical Center.
Dr. Wright’s clinical interests include preventative health, dementia assessment and management, geriatric assessment and weight management. He is strongly committed to community health and alleviating healthcare disparities as well as caring for the aging community.
With his expertise in geriatrics, Dr. Wright applies this holistic approach to ensure older adults receive individualized care that supports long-term health and independence.
Geriatric medicine addresses the unique medical needs of older adults by addressing chronic conditions, cognitive health, and mobility issues while considering the physical, emotional and social factors that impact overall well-being.
Integrating geriatric expertise into primary care ensures patients receive personalized treatment plans that prioritize quality of life and preventive strategies for healthy aging.
Early intervention and specialized geriatric care have been shown to improve health outcomes and help older adults maintain independence.
Individuals should consider seeing a geriatrician if they:
- Are 65 or older and experiencing age-related health concerns.
- Have multiple chronic conditions such as heart disease, diabetes, arthritis, or osteoporosis.
- Take multiple medications and need help managing potential side effects or drug interactions.
- Have memory loss or cognitive decline.
- Experience frequent falls or mobility issues.
Cottage Primary Care – Goleta is conveniently located at 334 S Patterson Ave, Suite 120, serving patients Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. The clinic is currently welcoming new patients.
For more information or to schedule an appointment, visit cottagehealth.org/gpc or call (805) 681-6424.
