When I was an intern, I probably learned more about medicine from nurses than anyone else. When I was a geriatric fellow, I know I learned from the nurse practitioners in our program. Over the last thirty years I’ve worked, hired, and supervised a multitude of nurse practitioners. Let me start by saying that when it comes to taking care of vulnerable older adults, I’d trust many of the nurse practitioners that I’ve worked with more than many doctors. I know that’s a pretty strong statement, and it definitely deserves some additional explanation and qualifications.