UCSD Geriatrics, Gerontology & Palliative Care

Now on @uctelevision: Slowing the Clock: Longevity Science Meets Alzheimer’s Prevention. Dr. Aladdin H. Shadyab explores biological aging, blood-based biomarkers, and what they may reveal about Alzheimer’s risk. Watch now: uctv.tv/shows/41073

Congratulations to Dr. @RoopaliGuptaMD on being named an @AmerGeriatrics (AGS) Fellow! This honor recognizes her commitment to advancing high-quality, person-centered care for older adults. #UCSDGeriatrics americangeriatrics.org/membership/fel…

Dr. Benjamin Han hosted a podcast & developed an @AMERSA_tweets toolkit to improve opioid use disorder care for older adults—applying the Geriatric 5Ms to promote safe, coordinated, person-centered care. #UCSDGeriatrics youtube.com/watch?v=SeTmgp…

Triton Giving Day is this month! Support UCSD Geriatrics as we deliver compassionate, person-centered care & train the next generation of clinicians for our aging society. Give to Geriatrics today: tritongivingday.ucsd.edu/campaigns/geri… #TritonGivingDay #UCSDHealthyAging

Triton Giving Day is almost here! Support UCSD Palliative Care and help patients & families live with comfort, dignity, and compassion. Give to Palliative Care today: tritongivingday.ucsd.edu/campaigns/the-… #TritonGivingDay #UCSDPalliativeCare

Dr. Lindsey Yourman is a panelist on March 25 hosted by the @UCStudentPolicy & @CHBRP_at_UC, discussing California’s Master Plan for Aging and the opportunities and challenges ahead as the population continues to age. eventbrite.com/e/californias-… #UCSDGeriatrics

Lindsey Yourman is a keynote speaker for the @_MealsOnWheels California Statewide Conference tomorrow, March 24. She’ll highlight Age-Friendly Health Systems and introduce a “5th M” for malnutrition—a key component of healthy aging. #UCSDGeriatrics mowca.org/events/2026-co…

New research led by Dr. Aladdin Shadyab suggests a blood test may detect dementia risk in women up to 25 years before symptoms appear. The study is gaining national and international media attention. Watch the KTLA feature: archive.tveyes.com/18120/3483772-… #UCSDGeriatrics #WomensHealth

New research by Dr. Aladdin Shadyab published in @JAMANetwork shows a blood test may help predict dementia in women up to 25 years before symptoms begin. 🧠 Learn more in the UCSD news release: today.ucsd.edu/story/blood-te…

Congrats to division member Kevin Yang for joining the UCLA National Clinical Scholars Program Cohort 2026-2028! #UCSDGeriatrics

Dr. Khai Nguyen was featured in the Office of Experience Transformation Newsletter, highlighting why seeing the importance of rest matters—especially for older adults’ healing, cognitive function, and age-friendly care. 🛌✨ Read more: t.e2ma.net/message/he9mkj…

Very proud of Kiana Aran, who has been named to the Nominations and Leadership Development Committee of the American Association for the Advancement of Science! Congratulations! #UCSDGeriatrics aaas.org/membership/mem…

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

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/ac…

📄 New in @maturitas_j: 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. sciencedirect.com/science/articl… #WomensHealth #AlzheimersResearch #UCSDGeriatrics

Dr. Aladdin Shadyab was featured in @nytimes discussing new research on coffee, tea, and dementia risk. His insights highlight how everyday habits may shape brain health as we age. 🔗 Read more: nytimes.com/2026/02/09/hea… #DementiaResearch #UCSDGeriatrics

📄 New research by Dr. Ben Han in @JournalGIM explores PrEP eligibility and awareness among older adults with opioid use disorder—highlighting important gaps and opportunities to improve HIV prevention in aging populations. link.springer.com/article/10.100… #UCSDGeriatrics

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. Aladdin Shadyab, Alison Moore, and Anthony Molina will join global leaders shaping the future of longevity science. longevitygl.org/longevity-sd-s… #UCSDGeriatrics

Dr. Kyle Edmonds wrote an article in San Diego Physicians Magazine, “Report from the AMA Meeting: Change and Challenges.” His insights highlight the evolving landscape of medicine and physician leadership. #GeriatricsUCSD @SDCMS @UCSDHealth issuu.com/mamsden/docs/j…