Susan Zieman, Medical Officer, Division of Geriatrics and Clinical Gerontology (DGCG)Most older adults have chronic medical conditions, which mean myriad doctor appointments across a broad range of specialties, occasionally interrupted by urgent care or ER visits or hospitalizations. But how well equipped are specialists to optimally care for older patients and navigate their unique challenges?
NIA’s Clinician-Scientists Transdisciplinary Aging Research Coordinating Center (Clin-STAR CC) supports the development of clinician-researchers across many disciplines, such as physicians, pharmacists, physical and occupational therapists, social workers, nurses, dentists and others, at all career levels. The overall goal is to expand and synergize transdisciplinary aging research to improve the health, independence and well-being of older adults. Clin-STAR offers opportunities through networking, collaboration, education, mentoring and career development. Read the full blog post. |
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