Hospice is almost always called too late.

The turning point is a family meeting where the physician confirms the prognosis clearly to everyone, at once.

Without it, families can't let go of intensive intervention, even when the patient already has.

#PalliativeMedicine #Hospice #MedEd

Genuinely so excited to see our paper exploring “ #PalliativeMedicine in 2050: How will people live the last part of life” 📖

Thank you @drkathrynmannix.bsky.social for the invitation to contribute to this special themed edition of @rcphysicians.bsky.social @futurehealthj.bsky.social 📚

So many great people in that picture!

#HAPC #PalliativeMedicine

Can't vote for the popularity contest because #PalliativeMedicine is not a specialty recognized by the US News & World Report Best Hospital Rankings.

Representation matters.

#HPM is the 5th largest US subspecialty (more fellows yearly in HPM >>> Rheum, Endo, and Geri)

#SadHorns not #SadHands

Michael Steinman, MD Quoted in Washington Post on Antipsychotic Overuse | Geriatrics Michael Steinman, MD, was quoted in a Washington Post article about the overuse of antipsychotics in nursing home residents.  Read more here.

Michael Steinman, MD, was quoted in The Washington Post on the overuse of antipsychotics among nursing home residents, highlighting important issues in medication safety and elder care.
#geriatrics #HPM #palliativemedicine #ucsf

@mikesteinman.bsky.social
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UCSF–Mt. Sinai P01 Dementia Research Grant Renewed for Five Years | Geriatrics A large P01 program project grant collaboration between UCSF and Mt. Sinai, led by Ken Covinsky, MD, MPH, was successfully renewed for another 5 years. This program supports a range of research on…

The UCSF–Mt. Sinai P01 Dementia Research Grant, led by Ken Covinsky, MD, MPH, has been renewed for another 5 years! #geriatrics #HPM #palliativemedicine #ucsf

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🎉 Congratulations to Anna Chang, MD, on her appointment as Associate Dean for Curriculum at the UCSF School of Medicine, effective March 1, 2026! We look forward to her leadership in advancing medical education. #geriatrics #HPM #palliativemedicine #ucsf

@annachangucsf.bsky.social

NEW PAPER: Our decision-modelling study showed specialist palliative care in England (home and hospital) saved £817M, freed 1.5M hospital bed days, helped 20,000+ people die outside hospital and improved quality of life. #palliativecare #palliativemedicine

In concurrent session on malpractice in #hospice and #PalliativeMedicine by Anthony Fredericks, MD, MS. Statistics are lacking about malpractice risk in #HAPC.

Despite that, 75% of physicians in low-risk specialties will face a claim by age 65.

#HAPC26

Dr. Stephanie Rogers Quoted in U.S. News on Choosing Post-Acute Care | Geriatrics Dr. Stephanie Rogers was quoted in a USNews article "The Cost and Trust Factors Driving Patient Choice in Post-Acute Care" about how ways families can help choose post-acute care facilities.

Dr. Stephanie Rogers was quoted in U.S. News on “The Cost and Trust Factors Driving Patient Choice in Post-Acute Care,” sharing insights on how families can navigate decisions when choosing post-acute care facilities. #geriatrics #HPM #palliativemedicine #ucsf

Read more: tiny.ucsf.edu/PhjRRB

Cultivating Community: A Conversation with ASA RISE Fellows on Leadership in the Field of Aging EDGES: Engaging Dialogues Generating Emancipatory Sciences · Episode

🎙️ New EDGES Podcast Episode!

Dr. Nandini Singh, MPH, BS joins the EDGES Podcast as an ASA RISE Fellow to discuss leadership, equity, and community impact in aging. #geriatrics #HPM #palliativemedicine #ucsf

Listen and learn how emerging leaders are advancing equity in aging: bit.ly/4u5KmVU

Education and Learning: DCA & CAP-CT - Practical Tools and Strategies for Quality Dementia Care: A Focus on D-SNP Members Webinar Please download one of these browsers:

Join Dementia Care Aware on March 12 (12–1 p.m. PT) for a live webinar on D-SNPs and practical strategies for quality dementia care. 1 CE/CME credit available.
#geriatrics #HPM #palliativemedicine #ucsf

Register here: bit.ly/3Mdzqos

Jasmine Santoyo-Olsson, DrPH, MSc, presented at the San Mateo County Latino/a/x Collaborative on “Community Conversations: End-of-Life Care and Dementia.” #geriatrics #HPM #palliativemedicine #ucsf

When a colleague dies: exploring academia's ‘death-denying’ culture How good is the sector at giving bereaved staff time and space to grieve?

Krista Harrison, PhD, was featured on the Nature Careers podcast discussing “When a Colleague Dies: Exploring Academia’s ‘Death-Denying’ Culture.” #geriatrics #HPM #palliativemedicine #ucsf
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Listen to it here: www.nature.com/articles/d41...

Krista Harrison, PhD, spoke at California’s Inaugural Medicare Convening (Feb 26, 2026, Sacramento) on “Innovative Models to Serve Older Adults with Dementia in California.”
#geriatrics #HPM #palliativemedicine #ucsf

@kristalynharrison.bsky.social

Congratulations to Evie Kalmar, MD, MS, Adi Shafir, MD, and Lynn Flint, MD on their recent publication, “Do geripal jobs exist for geripal graduates?” in the Journal of Pain and Symptom Management! #geriatrics #HPM #palliativemedicine #ucsf

Read more here: www.sciencedirect.com/science/arti...

Enhancing palliative care in intensive care units: protocol of EPIC, a controlled, cluster-randomised, non-blinded stepped-wedge design trial with crossover phase Introduction Patients in intensive care units (ICUs) and their families face existential physical, psychosocial and spiritual distress. Integrating palliative care (PC) into ICU care may benefit patie...

We’re excited to share a major milestone for the EPIC project — our study protocol has now been published in BMJ Open! Read the full publication here: bmjopen.bmj.com/content/16/2...

#intensivecare #ICU #palliativecare #palliativemedicine #HorizonEurope

Is It an Early Sign of Dementia? Three Tips / Alzheimer’s & Other D We’re sharing insights about practical guidance for managing through those early signs of dementia from Dr. Anna Chodos, executive director of Dementia Care Aware, and Dr. Barry Jacobs, clinical p

Dr. Anna Chodos, MD, MPH, (@annachodos.bsky.social ) shares practical tips on spotting the early signs of dementia on the latest episode of The Caregivers Journey podcast: “Is It an Early Sign of Dementia? Three Essential Tips.” #geriatrics #HPM #palliativemedicine #ucsf

Listen here: bit.ly/3MDISkV

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Dr. Anna Chodos, MD, MPH, presents the final video in the GERI Brain Health Series: “New Diagnostics and Therapies.” Learn about the latest approaches to Alzheimer’s-related dementia care and treatments. #geriatrics #HPM #palliativemedicine #ucsf
@annachodos.bsky.social
Watch here: bit.ly/40fQoWp

Congrats to Mara Rosenberg, MD, selected as a 2026–2028 NSHAP Fellow! 🎉 This fellowship recognizes her impactful research using NSHAP data and sets the stage for future collaborations with NSHAP investigators and NORC researchers. #geriatrics #HPM #palliativemedicine #ucsf
@mararosenberg.bsky.social

Congrats to Dr. Sandra Moody! 🎉 She’s the 2025 recipient of the Henry F. (Chip) Chambers, MD, Medicine Subspecialist Consultant of the Year Award for her outstanding leadership in palliative care at ZSFG. #geriatrics #HPM #palliativemedicine #ucsf

Our 2026 Valentine’s Day Rose Delivery was a success! 🌹💛 98 roses handed out to ACE, UCGC, and Care at Home patients thanks to our incredible volunteers. Thank you for spreading smiles and kindness! #geriatrics #HPM #palliativemedicine #ucsf

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New in the GERI Brain Health Video Series!
@annachodos.bsky.social, MD, MPH, explores how everyday lifestyle choices can support cognitive function in “Lifestyle for Brain Health.” #geriatrics #HPM #palliativemedicine #ucsf

Watch here: bit.ly/46AiteD

New JAMA Internal Medicine Editorial by Eric Widera, MD | Geriatrics Eric Widera, MD published an editorial in JAMA Internal Medicine highlighting why the push to adopt blood biomarkers for Alzheimer’s disease should not replace the essential role of primary care. He…

@ewidera.bsky.social, MD just published in JAMA Internal Medicine: "Importance of Function for Alzheimer Diagnosis and Management—More Than Memory". #geriatrics #HPM #palliativemedicine #ucsf

Read more here: tiny.ucsf.edu/B6anHu

Mike Steinman, MD Hosts Deprescribing Symposium for U.S. Deprescribing Research Network | Geriatrics Mike Steinman, MD, recently hosted the “Advancing Deprescribing in Clinical Practice Guidelines” symposium for the U.S. Deprescribing Research Network in Washington, DC on January 14–15, 2026.

Dr. Mike Steinman recently hosted the 'Advancing Deprescribing in Clinical Practice Guidelines' symposium for the U.S. Deprescribing Research Network in DC, uniting experts to promote safer, more effective deprescribing. #geriatrics #palliativemedicine #ucsf

Read more here: tiny.ucsf.edu/pzNnXU

New video out - How to Treat and Prevent Constipation and Opioid-Induced Constipation. Please consider sharing with friends & family to whom this information may be relevant. Thank you!

#palliativecare
#palliativemedicine
#opioidinducedconstipation

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Join us March 27, 2026 (3–4 PM) at Vi Palo Alto for a special geriatrics talk with Dr. Julene Johnson, PhD: “Rhythm & Recall: Music and Movement to Enrich Dementia Care.”
#geriatrics #HPM #palliativemedicine #ucsf

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New in the GERI Brain Health Video Series! @annachodos.bsky.social, MD, MPH, shares insights on how alcohol impacts memory, cognition, and dementia risk in “Alcohol and Brain Health.” Watch the latest video and explore the full series here: bit.ly/4qTVRhb
#geriatrics #HPM #palliativemedicine #ucsf

Geriatrics clinical fellows got creative! 🎨 This month’s cookies & crafts featured their own linoleum block prints. #geriatrics #HPM #palliativemedicine #ucsf

Jamine Santoyo-Olsson’s Article Named 2025 Editor’s Choice in Innovation in Aging | Geriatrics Jamine Santoyo-Olsson's article, "Aging in Rural Areas: Balancing Land, Care, and Connection of Family Caregivers of Persons with Dementia: A Qualitative Analysis,” was selected as a 2025 Editor’s…

Jamine Santoyo-Olsson’s article, “Aging in Rural Areas: Balancing Land, Care, and Connection of Family Caregivers of Persons with Dementia,” was named a 2025 Editor’s Choice in Innovation in Aging!
Read more: tiny.ucsf.edu/2Dg43J
#geriatrics #HPM #palliativemedicine #ucsf