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July 23- July 28, 2001
Sponsored by Boston
University School of Medicine and the American Geriatrics
Society
Description:
This weeklong conference will
provide medical students, who are entering their third or fourth
year of medical school in 2001, an opportunity to gain exposure
to academia and research in geriatric medicine. Activities include
lectures, seminars, and case discussions as well as site visits
to research and clinical programs. Faculty members will include
nationally recognized academic geriatricians and other individuals
pursuing research in geriatrics and gerontology.
Purpose:
The major goal of the Summer Institute
is to stimulate interest in pursuing careers in academic geriatric
medicine and geriatric research.
Eligibility:
Applications will be accepted
from students who are entering their third or fourth year of medical
school in 2001. Applicants must have U.S. citizenship or permanent
resident status.
Selection Criteria:
Twenty students will be selected
based on:
1) demonstrated strong interest
in geriatric medicine, as reflected by curricular and extracurricular
involvements;
2) evidence of prior interest
and involvement in clinical or basic science research;
3) a letter of recommendation
from a faculty member; and
4) the content of a short
essay.
Students who have a department
of geriatrics at their medical school are encouraged to arrange
a research elective with the department for the month of July. Attendance
at the Summer Institute in Geriatrics would then comprise the final
full week of this elective.
Financial Support: Full financial
support is anticipated.
Deadline:
Applications must be postmarked
by April 20, 2001. Successful applicants will be notified by May
18, 2001. Please send all application materials to:
Spencer Van B. Wilking, MD, MPH,
FACP
Course Coordinator
Boston University Medical Center
Geriatrics Section
88 E. Newton Street, F4
Boston, MA 02118
Sponsored by Boston University
School of Medicine and the American Geriatrics Society
SUMMER INSTITUTE IN GERIATRICS at BOSTON UNIVERSITY
MEDICAL CENTER
July 23 - July 28, 2001
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PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE IN GERIATRICS
1. Course(s):
2. Rotations:
3. Volunteer work:
PREVIOUS RESEARCH EXPERIENCE (IF
APPLICABLE)
1. Research (title, site preceptor,
and date)
2. Publications (limit to 3)
3. Presentations (limit to 5)
4. Abstracts
ENCLOSE
1. A short essay of 200 WORDS
OR LESS explaining your interest in geriatrics and reasons for
applying to the Summer Institute.
2. Please indicate the name
of the faculty member who will be providing a letter of recommendation.
The letter may be included or sent under separate cover.
APPLICATION DEADLINE IS APRIL
20, 2001
Please send all application materials
to:
Spencer Van B. Wilking, MD, MPH,
FACP, Course Coordinator
Boston University Medical Center, Geriatrics Section, 88 E. Newton
Street, F4, Boston, MA 02118
Phone (617) 638-8383; Fax (617) 638-8387
About The American Geriatrics Society
Founded in 1942, the American Geriatrics Society
(AGS) is the leading clinical society devoted to the care of older
adults. The AGS promotes high quality, comprehensive and accessible
care for America’s older population, including those who are chronically
ill and disabled. The organization provides leadership to health
care professionals, policy makers and the public by developing,
implementing and advocating programs in patient care, research,
professional and public education and public policy.
Its members include primary care physicians, geriatricians,
geropsychiatrists, nurse practitioners, social workers, physician
assistants, physical therapists, pharmacists, and others from the
US and around the world who are dedicated to improving the health,
independence, and quality of life of all older people.
Current major programs and publications of the
AGS include:
AGS Newsletter and AGS Website (www.americangeriatrics.org)
—Excellent sources of information on Society activities and programs,
noteworthy news, public policy issues, career opportunities in geriatrics,
and much more.
The Journal of the American Geriatrics
Society—Rated #1 in the ISI Science Citation Index for geriatrics
and gerontology publications.
Annals of Long-Term Care: Clinical Care and
Aging (ALTC)—This peer-reviewed journal presents the highest
quality clinical reviews, analysis, and opinions that impact the
present and future of long-term care, and is the premier source
of information for professionals in the long-term care market.
The Geriatrics Review Syllabus: A Core Curriculum
in Geriatric Medicine—The groundbreaking self-assessment, continuing
education program for primary care providers and premier source
of clinically relevant information in geriatric medicine, now in
its 4th edition.
Geriatrics at Your Fingertips—A
comprehensive pocket-sized reference to clinical geriatrics that
provides up-to-date, practical information on the evaluation and
management of diseases and disorders most common to elderly people.
Now in its 3rd edition.
Position Statements and Clinical Practice Guidelines—The
Society has published position statements, papers, and guidelines
to bring important issues in geriatric education, research, clinical
practice, and public policy to the attention of those working in
the field, including policy makers, legislators, people in the health
care industry, clinicians, and others. For example, The Management
of Chronic Pain in Older Persons is a clinical practice guideline
that provides an overview of general principles of pain management
in older adults and helps clinicians rapidly update their pain management
skills.
The AGS Annual Scientific Meeting—The premier
forum for the latest information on clinical geriatrics, research
on aging and health problems of older adults, and innovative models
in health care delivery as well as teaching in geriatrics.
Summer Institute
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