Geriatrics

As people age, their medical care can become more and more complex. At BMC, the Geriatrics Department is devoted to the unique healthcare needs of those 70 and older, whether they are mobile, homebound, or in a nursing home. We work in a coordinated, team approach to help our patients keep the greatest degree of independence possible.

U.S. News & World Report

BMC’s Geriatric Care program has been ranked as one of the top 50 in the country by U.S. News & World Report, in recognition of our excellence in treating complex, high-risk cases and rare conditions measured by excellent clinical outcomes, expert patient care, and high opinions from peer physicians.

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Leading Expertise

Oldest geriatric home care program

continuously operating in the United States

An age-friendly health system

from the Institute for Healthcare Improvement

Location and Contact

Geriatrics Department

725 Albany Street, Boston, MA 02118
7th Floor, Suite 7A
Shapiro Center

617.414.4639

Monday – Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

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Programs and Clinics

Geriatrics Ambulatory Practice

This unique program provides office-based primary care for adults aged 70+. Our geriatrics experts focus on everyday care, as well as coordinating all your healthcare needs.

Geriatrics Assessment Center

The Geriatrics Assessment Center provides older adults with a comprehensive evaluation for medical, psychological, social, and functional issues.

Geriatrics Home Care Program

BMC’s Geriatrics Home Care Program is the oldest continuously operating in-home medical service in the United States, delivering care to those who cannot leave their homes.

Geriatrics Inpatient Service

The Geriatrics Inpatient Service, staffed by specialized providers and services, oversees BMC Geriatrics patients admitted to the hospital.

Memory Disorders Clinic

Our Memory Disorders Clinic team is here to help you and your family from the first signs of memory loss through late-stage dementia.

Nursing Home Program

BMC providers deliver primary care to people 65 and over at several skilled nursing facilities across Boston, including both short-term rehabilitation and long-term care settings.

Education and Training

Geriatrics Fellowship

Boston Medical Center offers two geriatrics fellowships: a one-year fellowship in geriatric medicine and a four-year fellowship in geriatric oncology. The geriatric medicine fellowship provides fellows with comprehensive geriatric care experience, including in all of our sites of care. Our geriatric oncology fellowship is one of only 10 in the country and leads fellows to become triple board-certified in geriatric medicine, oncology, and hematology.

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Research

Geriatrics Research Overview

Our faculty lead the New England Centenarian study, an international study of exceptional human longevity. We also lead the BU Alzheimer’s Disease Center, one of 29 in the U.S. funded by the NIH, as well as numerous quality improvement projects and studies related to innovation in geriatric practice.

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