The Cornell Initiative for Research on Climate and Aging (CIRCA) is working to protect—and recruit—older adults in the face of climate-related challenges by leveraging interdisciplinary research, fostering collaborations, and translating findings into practical interventions.
The Division of Geriatrics and Palliative Medicine gathered to honor the retirements of five esteemed colleagues: Dr. Veronica LoFaso, Dr. Eugenia Siegler, Cory Henkel, Pamela Ansell, and Sandy Regenbogen-Weiss.
The issue of social isolation and loneliness is a significant public health concern, particularly among older adults. These feelings of isolation can stem from various sources, such as reduced mobility, health challenges, financial changes, or the loss of close companions.
The American Academy of Hospice and Palliative Medicine recognized Drs. Milagros Silva and Daniel Shalev as Emerging Leaders in Hospice and Palliative Care. This distinction spotlights the outstanding contributions of rising stars in the field of hospice and palliative medicine.
Weill Cornell Medicine is deeply saddened by the loss of our friend and colleague Dr. Marc Weksler. A pioneer in the then-burgeoning field of aging research, Dr. Weksler played a pivotal role in the development of Weill Cornell’s geriatric division and, as its division chief from 1978 to 1998, was one of the first chiefs of geriatric medicine in the country.
Weill Cornell Medicine is thrilled to announce the appointment of Walter R. "Wally" Boot, Ph.D., as Professor of Psychology in Medicine within the Division of Geriatrics and Palliative Medicine.
Weill Cornell Medicine is now offering specialized mental health services embedded within the interdisciplinary outpatient palliative care program under Dr. Daniel Shalev, a board-certified consultation-liaison psychiatrist and palliative medicine physician.
The Baker Louvre, held on the evening of June 8th, 2023, was a night of artistic expression with the express purpose of inviting caregivers in palliative care and geriatrics to explore and share who they are through their artwork.
Geriatrics and Palliative Medicine co-chiefs Dr. Ronald Adelman and Dr. Mark Lachs are pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Sonal Mehta as the new Clinical Director of Palliative Services.
Dr. Sara Czaja, Director of the Center on Aging and Behavioral Research at Weill Cornell Medicine, has been named a member of the Stakeholder Advisory Committee for New York State’s Master Plan on Aging by Governor Kathy Hochul.
This year we celebrate the 20th anniversary of the EGL House Call Program, and with it a tradition of delivering high-quality clinical care to some of the most vulnerable elderly members of our community. In addition to bringing the medical team to the patient’s doorstep, the EGL House Call Program also conducts follow-up consultations and connects patients with much-needed social support services.
Elder abuse, neglect and exploitation affects one in ten older Americans which causes untold suffering for victims and costs billions of dollars. The costs are borne by individuals, families, public programs and communities.
