Living Will and Healthcare Power of Attorney
Pittsburgh, PA 15212 Phone: 412-321-5030 FAX: 412-321-5323 |
Recipient of the American Geriatrics Society |
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The American Geriatrics Society (AGS) awarded the Pennsylvania/West Virginia Geriatrics Society its 2003 State Affiliate Achievement Award at the AGS National Conference in Las Vegas in May. This prestigious award is given to an AGS state affiliate with achievements in membership recruitment/retention, continuing education for members and public outreach, as well as most improved affiliate.
The Society has achieved great success in continuing education with its annual spring Clinical Update in Geriatrics Medicine. The conference is the region's first and largest CME course for geriatricians with the primary goal of training practitioners who care for older adults. In addition, the course generates funds for other society goals, such as enhancing medical student training and stimulating research. In the past four years, the Clinical Update has grown steadily, reaching more than 400 individuals in 2003 and providing $25,000 of funding to medical students interested in specializing in the field of geriatrics. In addition, the society sponsors an innovative fall business program that provides members with up-to-date clinical information on common problems that affect the elderly. |