Partnerships to Enhance Research Related to the Care of Older Adults

Developed by the Research Committee and the Junior Faculty Research Special Interest Group.
Moderator: S. Nicole Hastings, MD, MHS, Assistant Professor of Medicine, Duke University Medical Center
This symposium will bring together nationally-renowned experts with experience building effective partnerships between researchers and community groups, health systems, non-profits, or other governmental agencies that enhance research related to the care of older adults.

What Is a Research Partner and Why Do You Need One?
Aanand D. Naik, MD, Investigator, Houston Health Services Research and Development Center of Excellence, Michael E. DeBakey VAMC

Partnering with the City of Los Angeles Department of Aging
Catherine A. Sarkisian, MD, MSPH, Associate Professor, UCLA School of Medicine, Staff Physician, VA Greater Los Angeles Healthcare System              

Partnerships to Advance Implementation
Malaz A. Boustani, MD, MPH, Indiana University School of Medicine

Translating Science to Help Older Adults Maintain their Health and Independence in the Community—Research and Community Partnerships
Michelle Washko, PhD, Aging Policy Specialist with the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Administration on Aging, Office of Policy Analysis and Development