Cedars-Sinai Experts to Present Research at AGS

Cedars-Sinai physicians and scientists will present advances in care for older adults at the American Geriatrics Society (AGS) Virtual Annual Scientific Meeting , taking place April 30-May 2. The meeting brings together leading experts to share research and clinical innovations aimed at improving the health, independence and quality of life of these patients.

Cedars-Sinai experts will present research on age-friendly health systems, dementia and patient-centered outcomes-such as time spent at home. They will also lead sessions on age-friendly healthcare and advances in dementia diagnosis and treatment.

"As our population ages, it is increasingly important that we deliver care that is evidence based and aligned with what matters most to older adults," said Sonja Rosen, MD , chief of Geriatric Medicine at Cedars-Sinai. "Meetings like AGS provide an important opportunity to share knowledge and accelerate progress in this field."

Rosen recently earned her credential as a certified professional in age-friendly health care, affirming her commitment to safer, more responsive care for older adults.

Cedars-Sinai experts attending the meeting and available for interviews include:

Sara Espinoza, MD , director of the Center for Translational Geroscience, can discuss building a career in aging research and navigating professional challenges and opportunities in the field.

Zaldy Tan, MD, MPH , medical director of the Jona Goldrich Center for Alzheimer's and Memory Disorders , and director of the Memory and Healthy Aging Program , can discuss dementia diagnostics and treatment, including key updates about caring for patients with cognitive impairment.

Hiroshi Gotanda, MD, PhD ,geriatrician and associate professor of Medicine, can discuss patient outcomes associated with age-friendly health systems. These include time spent at home for patients with dementia, and recovery following hip fracture surgery. He can also discuss the impact of physician geriatric specialty training on outcomes for patients with dementia.

Allison Mays, MD, MAS , geriatrician and assistant professor of Medicine, and Rosen will discuss strategies to improve follow-up care after fall risk screening during Medicare Annual Wellness Visits in primary care at the presidential poster session.

To schedule an interview, contact Kelsie Sandoval at [email protected] or 562-631-1169.