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At the University of California San Diego, we have the best of both worlds — fantastic physicians trained to provide comprehensive care to older adults and researchers developing a greater understanding of the aging process and how we can optimize our late
Faculty, Staff and Fellows came together for the 3rd Annual UC San Diego Geriatric Medicine Fellowship Retreat, covering the critical topic of providing feedback followed by a thoughtful reflection and discussion of didactic content enhancement ideas. #UCSDGeriatrics
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New research from our Division’s Aladdin Shadyab 📣
In a new study in Aging Cell, epigenetic clocks of biological aging were linked to incident MCI and dementia in older women—offering new insight into predicting cognitive decline. 🧠
Read more: onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/...
New in Maturitas Journal Updates: Dr. Aladdin Shadyab examines how hormone therapy may influence Alzheimer’s pathology using blood-based biomarkers in women—advancing understanding of long-term brain health.
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#WomensHealth #AlzheimersResearch #UCSDGeriatrics
Dr. Aladdin Shadyab was featured in @nytimes.com discussing new research on coffee, tea, and dementia risk. His insights highlight how everyday habits may shape brain health as we age.
🔗 Read more: www.nytimes.com/2026/02/09/h...
#DementiaResearch #UCSDGeriatrics
📄 New research by Dr. Ben Han in Journal of General Internal Medicine explores PrEP eligibility and awareness among older adults with opioid use disorder—highlighting important gaps and opportunities to improve HIV prevention in aging populations.
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Congrats to Dr. Kyle Edmonds and Dr. Gary Buckholz on their election to the 2026-2027 Board of Directors of AAHPM!
Dr. Buckholz will serve as Treasurer, & Dr. Edmonds as Director-at-Large. Excited to see their leadership advance hospice and palliative care!
#PalliativeCareUCSD
We’re excited to see Division members featured at the Longevity Innovation Forum in San Diego this March!
Drs. Anthony Molina, Alison Moore, and Aladdin Shadyab will join global leaders shaping the future of longevity science.
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Dr. Kyle P. Edmonds wrote an article in the San Diego Physicians Magazine, “Report from the AMA Meeting: Change and Challenges.” His insights highlight the evolving landscape of medicine and physician leadership. #GeriatricsUCSD UC San Diego
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Great night out with the Division of Geriatrics, Gerontology and Palliative Care cheering on UCSD at the UCSD vs. UCI basketball game! 🏀💙 Always nice to connect outside the clinic and classroom.
26.01.2026 21:26 — 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0Congratulations to Dr. Tala Alrousan, named a 2025 Inclusive Excellence Awards Honoree for Health Sciences at UC San Diego Health! 🎉 This award recognizes her outstanding contributions to advancing inclusion and equity across our health system. 👏 blink.ucsd.edu/HR/policies/...
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🎉 We’re honored that the Division of Geriatrics, Gerontology and Palliative Care is featured in this month’s Department of Medicine Newsletter, highlighting the outstanding work of our faculty and staff.
See it here: emma-assets.s3.amazonaws.com/dhqfb/f84483...
We’re proud to celebrate Dr. Annie Nguyen, newly elected Fellow of the American Academy of Health Behavior! This prestigious honor reflects her exceptional scholarship, research impact, and commitment to improving public health. 👏 #UCSDGeriatrics
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Thrilled to see Dr. Ian Neel on @kpbssandiego.bsky.social talking about the expanded Medi-Medi plan in Imperial County — better coordinated care means better support and outcomes for older adults. #UCSDGeriatrics
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Big news in palliative care 🎉 Dr. Toluwalasé "Lasé" A. Ajayi, and Allison Kestenbaum have been selected for the expert panel shaping the 5th Edition of the National Consensus Project (NCP) Clinical Practice Guidelines for Quality Palliative Care.
🔗 www.nationalcoalitionhpc.org/announcing-t...
📄 New publication! Aladdin Shadyab is senior author on a newly published paper in Alzheimer’s & Dementia examining the relationship between epigenetic clocks and plasma biomarkers of Alzheimer’s pathology.
🔗 alz-journals.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/...
Celebrating with partners at a Glenner event — Scott Tarde, CEO of the George G. Glenner Alzheimer's Family Centers, alongside our Division Chief Dr. Alison Moore, and members, Drs. Ian Neel, Annie Nguyen, and Khai Nguyen, MD,MHS.
16.12.2025 21:39 — 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
Big news! UCSD at Home won the 2025 CAPH/SNI Quality Leaders Award 🏆 for “Telehealth ED-TOC,” which is transforming how Medicare patients transition from the ED to home. Safe, effective, patient-centered care in action.
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🎉 We’re thrilled to welcome our incoming fellows for 2026–27! 2 new physicians will join our Geriatric Medicine Fellowship, and 8 will join the UCSD/ScrippsHealth Hospice & Palliative Medicine Fellowship. Excited for the year ahead!
05.12.2025 20:19 — 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
This #GivingTuesday, support compassionate care, groundbreaking research, and train the next generation of aging specialists at @UCSD. Your gift helps improve the lives of older adults in our community and beyond. Give here: gerigeropal.ucsd.edu/give/index.h...
02.12.2025 16:02 — 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
🚨 Recruitment open for 2026-27 AD-RCMAR Scientists!
Early-career researchers can get pilot funding, mentorship, and career support in cognitive aging & dementia prevention. UCSD + SDSU partnership. Apply & share!
www.sdadrcmar.org/apply
Dr. Alison Moore presented her work at #GSA2025: “Preparing Geriatrics-Trained Physicians to Discuss Cannabis With Their Older Adult Patients.” Proud to see her leading essential conversations in healthy aging and clinical education! #UCSDGeriatrics
18.11.2025 20:20 — 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
New review from Biren Kamdar and colleagues explores the evolution of enteral nutrition—from ancient enemas to modern tube feeding—and compares commercial vs. food-based formulas in critical illness, highlighting key research gaps.
🔗 pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/41173633/
#ICU #UCSDGeriatrics
New study from Dr. Ben Han shows VA records missed 4 out of 5 overdose deaths among Veterans—especially accidental ones. Most had accessed VA care, highlighting key prevention opportunities. #VeteransHealth #OverdosePrevention #UCSDGeriatrics
Read it now: www.sciencedirect.com/science/arti...
When #CalFresh benefits are delayed, seniors suffer. Dr. Ian Neel of UC San Diego Health talks with KPBS about the urgent need to protect older adults from food insecurity. #UCSDGeriatrics
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So proud of Dr. Alison Moore, honored with the @ASCPharm Plein Memorial Lecture Award for her outstanding contributions to geriatrics, mentorship, and advancing the science of healthy aging! 🌟 #UCSDGeriatrics
03.11.2025 16:04 — 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
With flu season underway, UC San Diego’s own Dr. Toluwalaṣé (Laṣé) A. Ajayi, MD FAAP shares expert tips on how to stay healthy and protect your loved ones. Watch her interview on FOX 5 San Diego →
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#FluSeason #UCSDMed #UCSDGeriatrics #UCSDPalliativeCare #UCSDGGPC
Proud of Dr. Tessa Antalan, who helped organize and presented at the American College of Physicians Region 3 Meeting! A wonderful example of UC San Diego faculty leadership in action. 🌟 #UCSDGeriatrics #ACP #AcademicMedicine
30.10.2025 15:02 — 👍 2 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
👏 UC San Diego’s own Dr. Toluwalaṣé (Laṣé) A. Ajayi, AMA Board Chair-Elect, joined #CMAHOD to discuss key federal issues and the power of advocacy in shaping the future of medicine. #UCSDGGPC #PalliativeCare
29.10.2025 16:14 — 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
Honoring October Health Literacy Month 2025, Dr. Khai Nguyen shared key insights on “Communication About Medications” — helping patients and providers connect for better, safer care. 💊✨ #HealthLiteracyMonth2025 #UCSDGeriatrics
28.10.2025 16:33 — 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
Dr. Alison Moore had a wonderful time catching up with colleagues and mentors in geriatrics — including Dr. Laura Hart (former UCSD Skaggs faculty, now at UW’s Plein Center) and her former UCLA Geriatrics teachers Dr. Dan Osterweil and Dr. Joe Ouslander. 💛 #UCSDGeriatrics
28.10.2025 16:09 — 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0