2020
GM Tuesday Rounds Notice - CAT Presentations
October 07, 2020
Great topics and discussions today!Welcome, Dr. Shara Nauth, Geriatric Medicine Subspecialty Resident to Western
October 05, 2020GM Grand Rounds Presented by Dr. Jaspreet Bhangu
September 22, 2020
TITLE: Digital end-points in neurodegenerative disease OBJECTIVES: 1)Describe the influence of technological advancements in medicine 2) Identify digital end-points in neurodegenerative diseases 3) Discuss future directions for digital medicineCanadian Geriatric Society - Impact of Covid-19 in Nursing Homes Webinar
September 18, 2020
Western's Dr. Montero-Odasso, moderates a free webinar about the impact of COVID-19 in nursing homes, organized by the Canadian Geriatric Society.THINK GERIATRICS! THINK WESTERN!
August 24, 2020Program Administrator, Jennifer Whytock, Has your Back
August 18, 2020
Jennifer Whytock, Program Administrator for our Geriatric Medicine Residency Program is a great support for our Subspecialty Residents. Reach out to her with any questions about the program or anything educational related.Chair of the Division of Geriatric Medicine, Dr. Jennie Wells, Highlights Mentorship Within the Division
August 14, 2020Dr. Montero-Odasso is a Leader in Gait and Cognition Research
August 13, 2020
Dr. Montero-Odasso is an internist, geriatrician and a clinical scientist with a research focus on gait and mobility problems as early markers of frailty and cognitive decline. He is one of the many research experts you are able to work with on your own project.NIDUS Delirium Network Reaches out To Our Expert Researchers on Delirium
August 12, 2020
Drs. Monidipa Dasgupta and Chris Brymer co-authoring a study that has peaked the interest of the NIDUS. In this large prospective study of delirious medically ill seniors, a tool was developed and validated to predict risk for adverse outcomes after delirium.Learn More About Research Opportunities with Dr. Monidipa Dasgupta
August 12, 2020
Dr. Dasgupta is one our our geriatrician researchers. There are many research opportunities with any of our Geriatricians during your residency training.Dr. Sheri-Lynn Kane speaks about the Value of Education
August 12, 2020
Having held many leadership roles in education including being the former Program Director for both Internal Medicine and Geriatric Medicine, Dr. Kane speaks to how much Geriatric Medicine at Schulich School of Medicine and Dentistry values education for our subspecialty trainees.Dr. Rachel Kyle is our PGY5 Subspecialty Resident who Loves London's Small Town Feel
August 11, 2020
Dr. Rachel Kyle shares the advantages of training with Geriatric Medicine at Western including raising her family in London.Dr. Margaret Taabazuing Shares some Exciting News
August 10, 2020
Dr. Margaret Taabazuing, former PD of the Geriatric Medicine Residency Program, is the current Quality Improvement Lead for the Division and Program. We are all excited about the New QI Centre at Western!Hear Why The Division's Newest Geriatrician, Dr. Jaspreet Bhangu, Chose Western
August 07, 2020
Dr. Jaspreet Bhangu highlights the advantages of training and working in a small(er) bike friendly city. He is the the Geriatric Medicine Program's research mentor and helps residents find combined research together and carry on the strong mentorship tradition at the Schulich School of Medicine and Dentistry.Dr. Jenny Thain, Program Director of the Geriatric Medicine Residency Program, explains why you should THINK GERIATRICS THINK WESTERN
August 05, 2020
So many reasons to come to Western for your 2 year residency program in Geriatric Medicine. Dr. Thain is our new PD and her energy and enthusiasm is contagious. All faculty have open door policies, we cater to your learning needs and London is a vibrant community with much to offer. Think Geriatrics Think WesternGM Tuesday Rounds - Resident Presentations
August 04, 2020
Some great topics and discussions today!Rob MacKenzie, NP, Is Our Go To Person on the Geriatric Rehabilitation Unit (GRU)
August 01, 2020
Geriatric Nurse Practitioner, Rob Mackenzie, works closely with the Geriatricians, trainees and a large interdisciplinary team to care for frail older adults. The GRU is a great place to learn about rehab medicine!Renowned researcher, Dr, Michael Borrie, talks about what he loves about London
July 30, 2020
Dr. Michael Borrie is a renowned researcher but also an incredible resource for career planning as our Geriatric Medicine Residents enter the workforce. He is a lover of the arts and devoted husband, father and mentor.Dr. Alishya Burrell talks about why she choose Western Geriatrics
July 29, 2020
Dr. Alishya Burrell, is one of our newest Geriatricians recruited after completing her 2 year residency, she talks about why she decided to stay in London with the Division of Geriatric Medicine at Western. She is also the division aficionado when it comes to good food and drinks in the area! Think Geriatrics Think WesternGeriatric Medicine Grand Rounds presentation by Dr. Alishya Burrell
July 28, 2020
Our GM grand rounds are aimed at the level of the Geriatric Fellow or attending. These can be a review of geriatric topic or an attempt to answer a clinical question. GM Tuesday Rounds begin at 3:00pm and are located at Parkwood Institute, Parkwood Boardroom, Room C2-108.Dr. Chris Brymer talks about innovative geriatric Care
July 28, 2020
Another great member of the Geriatric Medicine team, Dr. Chris Brymer, talks about innovative geriatric care. Think Geriatrics Think WesternChief Geriatric Medicine Subspecialty Resident, Dr. Luxey Sirisegaram, Explains Why She Choose Western
July 27, 2020
Geriatric Medicine Resident and Chair of the Resident Geriatric Interest Group describes how she chose Schulich School of Medicine and Dentistry to further her education.Dr. Laura Diachun highlights the Geriatric Residency Program
July 27, 2020
A leader in geriatric education, Dr. Diachun, highlights the advantages to doing your residency at Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry and living in London. Think Geriatrics Think WesternDr. Jenny Thain Presents her Thesis - Unmasking a Hidden Challenge: Exploring Residents’ Perceptions of Complexity in Clinical Medical Practice
July 14, 2020Townhall Meeting - Friday July 24th @5pm (CLICK HERE FOR DETAILS)
July 10, 2020
CaRMS Candidates!!! Join us for a 1 hour virtual townhall meeting via zoom with a presentation about our 2 Year Residency Program followed by a Q&A session with our faculty and current Geriatric Medicine Subspecialty Residents. ÂGeriatric Medicine Ground Rounds with Dr. Chris Brymer
July 07, 2020
A CPR is a clinical practice review aimed at the level of the Geriatric Fellow or attending. These can be a review of geriatric topic or an attempt to answer a clinical question. GM Tuesday Rounds begin at 3:00pm and are located at Parkwood Institute, Parkwood Boardroom Room C2-108Western Geriatric Medicine Research Paper Published in the Journal of Age and Ageing
June 25, 2020
RESEARCH PAPER Dual decline in gait speed and cognition is associated with future dementia: evidence for a phenotypeWelcome to our incoming Geriatric Subspecialty Resident, Dr. Luxey Sirisegaram
June 22, 2020
Dr. Sirisegaram, PGY4, will start her 2 Year Geriatric Medicine Residency on July 2, 2020.Elizabeth McCarthy, Director of Specialized Geriatric Services, Announces Retirement
June 04, 2020
Formal Announcement from Roy Butler, Vice-President of Patient Care SJHC, regarding Beth's RetirementGeriatric Medicine Grand Rounds with Dr. Jaspreet Bhangu
June 02, 2020
A CPR is a clinical practice review aimed at the level of the Geriatric Fellow or attending. These can be a review of geriatric topic or an attempt to answer a clinical question. GM Tuesday Rounds begin at 3:00pm and are located at Parkwood Institute, Parkwood Boardroom Room C2-108Congratulations to Dr. Manuel Montero-Odasso
May 14, 2020
AGS 2020 Best Abstract Award
