Congratulations to Dr. @annachodos.bsky.social for being named inaugural Site Chief of Geriatrics at ZSFG, providing leadership and vision for patient care, education, and research for older adults! geriatrics.ucsf.edu/news/anna-ch...

Drs. @mararosenberg.bsky.social, Kathryn Sellman, and @pchenmd.bsky.social published a JGIM clinical reasoning case on how to approach driving cessation among older adults with dementia. link.springer.com/article/10.1...

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Dr. @ashwinkotwalmd.bsky.social was quoted in the @sfchronicle.com on new research suggesting a flu vaccine recommended for older adults may help lower Alzheimer’s risk. www.sfchronicle.com/health/artic...

The Whole Patient — Toward Holistic, High-Value Care | NEJM This Double Take video explores how a comprehensive patient-centered approach can provide high-value care for older patients.

Daniel Pound, MD is featured in @NEJM “Double Takes” discussing “The Whole Patient — Toward Holistic, High-Value Care,” highlighting the importance of treating patients beyond symptoms. www.nejm.org/doi/full/10....

Rural Palliative Care isn't urban care in a smaller town. It's "MacGyver medicine" — champions cobbling care together with what exists. We dig into equity, telehealth, AI, and dying close to home. #medsky

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Frequent in dementia, deadliest without it: delirium and mortality in hospitalised older adults AbstractBackground. Delirium is common in hospitalised older adults and is associated with mortality. Whether this prognostic association varies by baselin

Study by Avelino-Silva (@geritjas.bsky.social), @seijlee.bsky.social, @alexsmithmd.bsky.social et al. finds delirium is most lethal in hospitalized older adults without dementia academic.oup.com/ageing/artic...

AGS Honors Dr. G. Michael Harper with Dennis W. Jahnigen Memorial Award at #AGS26 for Lasting Impact on Geriatrics Education Congratulations to Dr. G. Michael Harper on being awarded the 2026 Dennis W. Jahnigen Memorial Award for his work advancing geriatrics education through leadership, mentorship, and innovative program…

Congrats Dr. G. Michael Harper for receiving the 2026 AGS Jahnigen Memorial Award, honoring his leadership, mentorship, and innovation in geriatrics education. He’ll be recognized at the AGS meeting in April. www.americangeriatrics.org/media-center...

A new AFED Consult Note Template is now live in APEX! Developed by Anna Hines, NP, Christy Sedore, RN, and the AC3 team, it aligns with CMS Age-Friendly Care measures for patients 65+.

Mitchel Erickson Explores Innovative Geriatric Care Model in the UK | Geriatrics Mitchel Erickson, DNP, recently visited the Older Person’s Assessment and Liaison (OPAL) Unit in Harlow, Essex, UK (April 2–3, 2026) to learn about their innovative model for caring for older adults.…

Mitchel Erickson, DNP (@mitchgeridnp.bsky.social), visited the UK’s OPAL Unit to explore innovative, team-based care for older adults—highlighting integrated models that could help improve geriatric care in the U.S. geriatrics.ucsf.edu/news/mitchel...

🌍 Happy World Health Day! 🌟 Prioritizing our well-being means having important talks about medical preferences with loved ones. Discover step-by-step planning at prepareforyourcare.org. Let's make informed decisions together! 🏥💙 #WorldHealthDay

Primary Care's Untapped Role in Elder Mistreatment Identification and Response Click on the article title to read more.

Dr. @mararosenberg.bsky.social, and Lena Makaroun, MD, MS publish in JAGS on how primary care can better identify and respond to elder mistreatment—highlighting a critical role for clinicians in protecting vulnerable older adults. agsjournals.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/...

Researchers from UCLA and UCSF join GeriPal to discuss a Pragmatic Trial using EHR nudges and navigators to increase #AdvanceCarePlanning. Guest Anne Walling, Neil Wenger, & Rebecca Sudore. #medsky
 
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Julene K. Johnson, PhD, presented “Rhythm & Recall: Music and Movement to Enrich Dementia Care” at Vi at Palo Alto, sharing insights on how music can support and enhance dementia care.

Czarina Hornilla, Data Analyst with SFVA GPEC, is the Winter 2026 Whole Health Award winner! 🎉 Her leadership in wellness, community-building, and healthy habits inspires colleagues across SFVA. Congrats, Czarina!

Celebrating our incredible Geriatrics physicians this National Doctor’s Day (March 30)! Thank you for improving the lives of older adults and their care partners. Join UCSF events March 30–April 3! geriatrics.ucsf.edu/news/thank-y...

What is Social Prescribing? | …and Why Does it Matter to Older Adults? | Allison Cook | A growing model connects older adults to community—and it may be as important as the medicine they take.  When George was diagnosed …

Dr. @ashwinkotwalmd.bsky.social was featured in a recent article on social prescribing, highlighting how connecting patients to community resources can address social needs and improve health & well-being. aginginamerica.news/2026/03/25/w...

CMS is rolling out a new Age-Friendly Hospital Measure to improve care for older adults. We discuss the 4Ms and how this aims to move hospitals from disease-centric care to person-centered care. #medsky

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Dr. @ashwinkotwalmd.bsky.social
co-hosted a national conference in DC on person-centered social connection measures, bringing together patients, advocates, researchers & funders to shape the future of social connection & health.

We discuss guest Athanase Benetos's study that found no difference in mortality between deprescribing antihypertensives and usual care in frail nursing home residents. We also interview Mike Steinman. #medsky

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Dr. @annachodos.bsky.social spoke at the 2026 NIA Dementia Care & Caregiver Research Summit, sharing insights on progress in early detection of dementia across care settings for older adults. www.nia.nih.gov/2026-dementi...

Drs. @mararosenberg.bsky.social, @alexsmithmd.bsky.social,
@ashwinkotwalmd.bsky.social & colleagues report a nationally representative study linking end-of-life loneliness and social isolation with greater symptom burden among older adults @agsjournal.bsky.social doi.org/10.1111/jgs....

Bedside cognitive screening to detect dementia and predict poor outcomes in hospitals INTRODUCTION Cognitive impairment in hospitalized older adults without delirium is often undiagnosed. We evaluated the diagnostic accuracy and prognostic value of two brief bedside screening…

Drs. @maliberti.bsky.social, @geritjas.bsky.social, @kencovinsky.bsky.social & colleagues show 2 brief bedside cognitive screeners identify likely dementia in hospitalized older adults and predict delirium, disability & 90-day mortality. alz-journals.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/...

Shoutout to Thiago Avelino da Silva, MD, PhD (@geritjas.bsky.social), for presenting at the NIDUS Mentoring Session! His research on delirium neuropathology is helping shape future aging & brain health studies. 👏

Get ready for National Healthcare Decisions Day on April 16!

Advance care planning is for all adults at every life stage. PREPARE can help you clarify your medical wishes and start meaningful conversations with your family, friends, and care team.

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Jasmine Santoyo-Olsson, DrPH, MSc, has been selected as a Scholar in the DEM-PCCT program, advancing training in dementia palliative care clinical trials under the leadership of Dr. Christine Ritchie. #geriatrics #hpm

Drs. Theresa Allison and @alexleephd.bsky.social will perform at the National Flute Association’s Annual Convention in Portland with Bel Canto—and you can also hear them at two free concerts next month! geriatrics.ucsf.edu/news/theresa...

Is Alzheimer's a clinical symptom or just a biomarker? We’re diving into the "A-words"— #amyloid, antibodies, and #Alzheimers — with three top experts - Halima Amjad, Barak Gaster, & Heather Whitson. #medsky

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Dr. Stephanie Rogers is reshaping the conversation on aging, including a spotlight on our PREPARE program.

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Dementia Care Aware | Vumedi Dementia Care Aware

Dementia Care Aware, led by Dr. @annachodos.bsky.social, is now on @VuMedi! Their most popular webinars are available to help clinicians worldwide deliver optimal dementia care. Explore: www.vumedi.com/channel/deme...

Dr. @annachodos.bsky.social, is featured in @Healio discussing why primary care has a “primary responsibility” for brain health — and the importance of personalized care for every patient. geriatrics.ucsf.edu/news/anna-ch...