TY - GEN ID - cogprints3192 UR - http://cogprints.org/3192/ A1 - Mallery , M.D, FRCPC,, Laurie A1 - Gordon , M.D., FRCPC, Janet A1 - Freter , M.D., FRCPC, Susan TI - A 3 Week Geriatric Education Program for 4th Year Medical Students at Dalhousie University Y1 - 2003/09// N2 - Purpose -Population demographics are shifting towards an increased average age. Yet, many medical schools still do not have mandatory comprehensive education in Geriatric Medicine. In 2001, the Division of Geriatric Medicine at Dalhousie University developed a required three-week geriatric course for fourth year medical students. This paper describes the details of the curriculum so that it can be reproduced in other settings. Results - The curriculum was successfully implemented. An examination, held at the end of each 3-week rotation, documented extensive learning of important concepts in Geriatric Medicine. The students gave positive feedback about the benefits of this training program. Conclusion -A well developed formal education program teaches students specific skills in Geriatric Medicine, which may improve the care of the growing elderly population AV - public KW - geriatric KW - geriatrics KW - elderly KW - curriculum KW - medical school education ER -