Category: Geriatric Medicine
UNC Research Features Dr. Laura Hanson
Laura Hanson has worked for UNC-Chapel Hill for 31 years in a variety of roles, most recently as a professor of geriatric medicine and the medical director of the Department of Medicine’s Palliative Care and Hospice Program. Read about her research journey.
Dr. Adrian Austin Recognized by ATS Critical Care Assembly
Adrian Austin, MD was recently highlighted by the American Thoracic Society (ATS) Assemblies as the June 2023 Critical Care Assembly Early Career Professional. The program showcases early career professionals by promoting and disseminating their work and encouraging collaboration and networking. Dr. Austin is a Intensivist, Pulmonologist, and Geriatrician with a strong interest i … Read more
Department Welcomes Two New Associate Chiefs of Administration
The Department is honored to welcome two vibrant leaders to the administrative team, Taylor Herndon and Brandon Grant. Brandon Grant, MPH, joins the Division of Hematology as the new Associate Chief of Administration. Previously serving as the Strategic Support Manager in the Office of the CEO at Penn Medicine, he comes to us with a strong background in healthcare administratio … Read more
Dr. Shakira Grant Receives Healio Innovators NextGen Disruptor Award
At this month’s American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) Annual Meeting in Chicago, Healio honored nine Disruptive Innovators who are changing the face of hematology/oncology. At this second annual award ceremony, Dr. Shakira Grant received the 2023 Healio NextGen Disruptor award. This award goes to an up-and-coming physician who is disrupting the status quo in the field, whe … Read more
Physician Spotlight: Emily Cetrone, MD
Dr. Emily Cetrone is an Assistant Professor of Geriatric Medicine. Her areas of interest include geriatric primary care, medical education, dementia, and caregiver stress. After completing her undergraduate studies at Davidson College, Dr. Cetrone attended the University of Virginia School of Medicine. Following that, she completed her Residency at Brigham and Women’s Hospital. B … Read more
Dr. Christine Kistler receives JPCA Best Investigator Award
The Japan Primary Care Association recently selected Dr. Christine Kistler as the recipient of the Best Investigator Award in the International Session (Oral) from their 14th Annual Conference. The official decision was announced at the JPCA board meeting on May 28. Dr. Kistler will be honored at the 2023 award ceremony on Sunday, June 11, 2023. Dr. Kistler is an Associate Profes … Read more
Physician Spotlight: Claire K. Larson, MD
From a young age, Dr. Claire Larson loved nature and science. At one point, she wanted to be a veterinarian. Eventually, medicine attracted her attention. In it, she was able to merge her love for science and her passion for helping people. When asked how she chose her specialty, Dr. Larson says, “I was always close with my grandparents growing up. As they grew older, I saw the c … Read more
Department of Medicine Grants & Funding: April 1 – April 30, 2023
Division of Nephrology and Hypertension Keia Sanderson, MD, MSCR, has received an NIH K23 award, supported by the NIDDK, to identify maternal and neonatal risk factors to help predict childhood kidney disease earlier. Division of Geriatric Medicine John A. Batsis, MD, was awarded a five-year, $3.5-million R01 grant by the National Institute on Aging to investigate weight loss str … Read more
Dr. Dale Receives Geriatrics Academic Career Award
Dr. Maureen Dale recently received a Geriatrics Academic Career Award from the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA). This program supports junior faculty career development. HRSA designed the program to help geriatricians develop knowledge and skills to lead health care transformation in various, be age-friendly, and provide training in clinical geriatrics. Dr. Mau … Read more
Buse, Lynch honored with AOA Induction
The UNC-Chapel Hill Alpha Omega Alpha (AOA) medical honor society recently announced its spring 2023 inductees. Included in this honored group are medical student Caroline Buse and Division of Geriatrics faculty Dr. David Lynch. Their induction to AOA is an honor and a testament to their work. Read the full list of 2023 inductees. Founded in 1902, AOA is “dedicated to a belief in … Read more
Gillings School honors Dr. Anna Kahkoska
Last month, UNC Gillings School of Global Public Health students voted for the School’s most innovative classroom teachers. These Teaching Innovation Awards “honor faculty members who students feel improve the learning environment at the Gillings School by integrating new technologies, engaging students in interactive activities, employing creative assessment methods, and introdu … Read more
Batsis to Lead 52-week Clinical Trial on Weight Loss in Older Adults
John Batsis, MD, associate professor of medicine in the Division of Geriatric Medicine, will lead a team of researchers at the UNC School of Medicine and the UNC Gillings School of Global Public Health in conducting a clinical study to determine best interventions to help older individuals lose weight and improve health.