Department of Geriatrics Mission Statement
To educate culturally diverse students, residents, and fellows who become excellent physicians and who incorporate the principles of geriatric medicine into their practices by focusing on generalist training that is integrated, supported, and strengthened by specialists and researchers, all of whom value patient-focused care, community service, and research, and have passion for improving health in their communities. |
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Geriatric Medicine Fellowship
Steven Swedlund, M.D., Director
The Wright State University Boonshoft School of Medicine Geriatric Medicine Fellowship established in 2008 is structured to train physicians to be leaders in caring for the elderly.
The fellowship curriculum includes one-month rotations in Hospice and Palliative Care, Long Term Care, Rehabilitation, Geriatric Psychiatry, Neurology, Women’s Health and Medical Direction. Longitudinal experience in geriatric assessment, continuity home care and continuity nursing home care are also structured into the curriculum. There also is opportunity for scholarly activity.
There are currently two fellows in training, and they are expected to complete training in June 2009.
Applications for the fellowship for the 2009-2010 academic year are due by April 1, 2009. Please contact us by phone or e-mail to get directions for submitting your application.
For more information, contact:
Steven Swedlund, M.D., Director
Geriatric Medicine Fellowship
Department of Geriatrics
Wright State University Boonshoft School of Medicine
One Elizabeth Place, Suite 110
Dayton, OH 45408-1461
Phone: (937) 331-9167
Fax: (937) 331-9169
E-mail: geriflwp@wright.edu
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