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Fellowship in the AGS

AGS Fellow Status (AGSF) is awarded to AGS members who have demonstrated a professional commitment to geriatrics, contributed to the progress of geriatrics care, and are active participants in the Society's activities. AGS Fellows join a specially recognized group of healthcare providers who are dedicated to geriatrics education, clinical care, and research, as well as to their own continuing professional development. Fellows have distinguished themselves among their colleagues, as well as in their communities and in the Society by their service.

Recognized

Membership for health care professionals who have returned to school to further their education in geriatrics or gerontology while continuing to work. This membership category is limited to a one-year term.

Fellow-in-Training

Membership for those currently enrolled in a full-time fellowship program.

As an AGS Fellow-in-Training you will enjoy a range of benefits to keep you at the head of clinical care and innovations in geriatrics. Select the benefit categories below to learn more.

Student, Resident, or Post-Graduate Trainee E-Member

E-membership offers residents, post-graduate trainees and students with a way to stay connected via member communications and special announcements for trainees interested in geriatrics. E-membership does not include member journals or the  Geriatrics at Your Fingertips subscription. Membership is valid through the length of your program and will expire at the end of your graduation/residency end month.

Apply for a Committee

AGS volunteer leaders are vital to the American Geriatrics Society’s efforts to insure that older adults have access to high-quality, person-centered care. Your contributions of time and expertise to committee, section, or SIG membership are one of our most important and valued resources.

Committees

AGS Committee members are offered a wide range of opportunities to lead and serve on subcommittee and committee projects which help advance the field of geriatrics and provide better care for our ever growing older adult population. 

Join Our Mentoring Program

The AGS offers opportunities for trainees and junior faculty to connect with active members of the AGS who serve as mentors. AGS mentors offer invaluable advice concerning educational and career choices. Mentoring relationships can be particularly important for healthcare trainees, who are presented with a wide array of options that help determine the focus of their careers. 

Who We Are

Founded in 1942, the American Geriatrics Society (AGS) is a nationwide, not-for-profit society of geriatrics healthcare professionals dedicated to improving the health, independence, and quality of life of older people. Our 6,000+ members include geriatricians, geriatrics nurse practitioners, social workers, family practitioners, physician assistants, pharmacists, and internists who are pioneers in advanced-illness care for older individuals, with a focus on championing interprofessional teams, eliciting personal care goals, and treating older people as whole persons.

History

Founded in 1942, the American Geriatrics Society (AGS) is a nationwide, nonprofit organization comprised of nearly 6,000 geriatrics healthcare professionals. For more than seven decades, the AGS has been leading efforts in patient care, research, professional and public education, and public policy—all aimed at improving the health, independence, and quality of life of all older people.

Committees

Committee service is an opportunity to strengthen and grow your national network, work on projects that you are passionate about, learn new leadership skills, and so much more.

Working in Coalition

Our vision for a world where all older adults receive high-quality, person-centered care relies on a diverse array of stakeholders, partners, and friends who share our passion for clinical care, research, professional and public education, and public policy. We’re proud to work with the following organizations and coalitions to improve the health, independence, and quality of life of older people.

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