Tag: UNC Geriatrics Specialty Clinic

UNC Geriatrics is the largest older adult-focused primary care practice in the Triangle. Also, the past two years have been eventful for the clinic.

Due to Covid-19, UNC Health outpatient clinics are “seeing” fewer patients physically. Though most facilities remain open to patients needing an in-person visit, the coronavirus crisis rapidly accelerates the use of telehealth via virtual visits between providers and patients. In this Q&A UNC Geriatrics Specialty Clinic's Assistant Medical Director, Dr....

UNC Geriatrics Specialty Clinic's Social Worker Bryan Godfrey speaks with WRAL's Liisa Ogburn on why older adults seek primary care providers with geriatrics expertise. "Our providers are physicians with certifications in internal or family medicine, but they also have specialized training in geriatrics. This means they are especially attuned to...