• Mashup Score: 1

    In this Viewpoint, author Jerry Gurwitz discusses the attrition of geriatric medicine as a profession, attributing it in part to societal attitudes about aging and compounded by the negative effects of lower compensation and lack of career prestige.

    Tweet Tweets with this article
    • In this Viewpoint, author Jerry Gurwitz discusses the attrition of #geriatricmedicine as a profession, attributing it in part to societal attitudes about #aging and compounded by the negative effects of lower compensation and lack of career prestige. https://t.co/8Cq5KTsRBk… https://t.co/v2BoQyCYZh

  • Mashup Score: 2

    We understand that you may not be able to tune-in to a live-streamed event or webinar as a result of clinical pressures. Therefore, if you view an archived version of a Federation-approved live-streamed event or live webinar within four weeks of it being broadcast you can still claim it as an approved external CPD course. BGS won’t send certificates if you watch post event   The live CPD codes…

    Tweet Tweets with this article
    • Register today for our 2023 Improving Continence in Older People Meeting 15 Sept. Up to date key learnings and practical tips from leading experts in the field, relevant to anyone following the #GeriatricMedicine curriculum https://t.co/ZlXAVwF8rV Early bird discount 10% #BGSconf

  • Mashup Score: 0

    This annual 2 day meeting is organised for those in geriatric medicine training roles, or in complementary specialities working extensively with older people. The meeting aims to identify and address key training and learning points within the speciality.We plan to deliver this meeting as a hybrid event  – possible to attend and network in person, or to attend virtually on the day.  As well as…

    Tweet Tweets with this article
    • Calling all in #GeriatricMedicine training roles / complimentary specialties working with older people. BGS 2023 Trainees Meeting, 6-7 July, Manchester and online inc. plenaries, SCE exam prep, QI, curriculum update, careers workshop. Register today https://t.co/FvXuiakOLa

  • Mashup Score: 0

    AbstractIntroduction. Health Education England (HEE) and the Joint Royal Colleges of Physicians Training Boards recognise the importance of simulation-based tra

    Tweet Tweets with this article
    • Jo Jennings discusses 'Simulation' and explains that it is a technique, not a technology. Read the related @Age_and_Ageing paper 'Can Simulation-Based Training be Used to Teach #GeriatricMedicine?' here https://t.co/AA3OyVvIxA #BGSconf https://t.co/VDWBgqti0M

  • Mashup Score: 0

    Live in Edinburgh and online 17-19 May. Click here to register, view the programme and access the live stream.

    Tweet Tweets with this article
    • A warm welcome to day 3 of our Spring Meeting @eicc in Edinburgh! We have excellent speakers lined up for today discussing topics including #Dementia, the new #GeriatricMedicine curriculum and a guest lecture by @mancunianmedic. Follow the tweets #BGSconf https://t.co/dC1zRp7KSW https://t.co/QzcCrfyCw2

  • Mashup Score: 6

    Are you retiring from active practice, or have you retired? There is no need to end your relationship with the British Geriatrics Society. There are favourable membership rates for retired members and annual activities for retired BGS members and their partners

    Tweet Tweets with this article
    • BGS Past President @Burns61Jenny says 'don't be a dinosaur' in your longer working life and retirement. Embrace change, keep up to date with the latest developments and stay engaged with the #geriatricmedicine community. The BGS is here to help! https://t.co/MXJUcsVWRl #BGSconf https://t.co/TmppyHecWj

    • Dr Rosemary Kelly discusses retirement planning, her experience and how she is now supporting the #geriatricmedicine specialty in Northern Ireland. The BGS has an active Retired Members' Group and a 50% membership fee reduction. Find out more here https://t.co/MXJUcsVWRl #BGSconf https://t.co/Q5n6u1eUii

  • Mashup Score: 1

    The Diploma in Geriatric Medicine (DGM), awarded by the Royal College of Physicians (RCP), is an examination developed collaboratively by the RCP and the British Geriatrics Society. It is designed for individuals who want to demonstrate their knowledge and expertise in the healthcare of older people.

    Tweet Tweets with this article
    • Applications to sit the Diploma in #GeriatricMedicine (DGM) part 1 written exam are open now. Find out more about the DGM and how to apply at https://t.co/ZbGHMpZnf3 https://t.co/nSYUNxvTrh

  • Mashup Score: 2

    Peter Langhorne, Emeritus Professor of the University of Glasgow, has been awarded the British Geriatrics Society’s prestigious Marjory Warren Lifetime Achievement Award for his research which has led to important changes in stroke and geriatric medicine internationally.

    Tweet Tweets with this article
    • "I am delighted to announce that Professor Peter Langhorne has been selected for this prestigious BGS award. He is a worthy winner as he is universally respected for his lifetime of work in the speciality" via BGS President @Burns61Jenny https://t.co/pRV3og8Q4j

    • "#GeriatricMedicine has been my cultural home for many years, so it is a great honour to receive the BGS’s Marjory Warren Lifetime Achievement Award. I am convinced that Geriatric and #StrokeMedicine will continue to enjoy close development.” https://t.co/pRV3og8Q4j

    • Peter Langhorne, Emeritus Professor of the @UofGlasgow has been awarded the BGS’s prestigious Marjory Warren Lifetime Achievement Award for his research which has led to important changes in stroke and geriatric medicine internationally. https://t.co/pRV3ogqZir