Masters of Science in Clinical Epidemiology (MSCE)
Opportunity for fellowship training in geriatrics and a masters of science in clinical epidemiology
The Division of Geriatric Medicine is dedicated to enhancing the health of older adults by:
- establishing models of interdisciplinary clinical care for the older adults spanning the array of sites in which elderly receive care,
- training physicians to provide excellent clinical care of older adults with an emphasis on enhancing functional status, quality of life and survival,
- conducting and facilitating research on issues of premier importance to the elderly, and
- sponsoring community-based education and demonstration projects.
The targets of its educational programs are generalists internists and family practitioners, but also surgeons and internal medicine subspecialists. Its research focuses on the interactions among biologic, clinical, and social (age, culture, economic status, and organization) factors important to decision-making and management of the underserved and vulnerable elderly. Community outreach programs support the public health goals of the Schoool of Medicine by working with community based organizations that serve the elderly. To accomplish its misson, the Division collaborates with all Departments of the School of Medicine, as well as other clinical and basic science departments and diverse Schools of the University.
