Current Research

Below is a listing of research topics currently being conducted by the Section of Geriatrics and Program on Aging.

Functional outcomes among older patients with critical illness
Health care decision making for patients with dementia
Treatment of cardiovascular disorders in patients with multiple chronic conditions, including dementia
Sleep disturbances in older adults with physical and cognitive impairment
Evaluating health care disparities in older adults
Appropriate use of psychotropic medications in older adults with psychiatric disorders
Psychological, behavioral, and social factors influencing health status and function.
Cognitive outcomes in patients living with chronic HIV infection
The role of social relationships (e.g., caregiving networks, social isolation) in preventing and delaying disability and cognitive decline in older adults.
Long-term functional and symptom sequelae of COVID-19 infection in older adults
Risk and benefits of multiple medication use among older persons with chronic illnesses