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A Message From the Interim Chief<\/h1>\n\n<\/div>\n\"\"<\/p>\n

\"Dr.<\/p>\n

Welcome to the UNC Division of Geriatric Medicine!<\/strong><\/div>\n

On this site, you will learn about our geriatrics clinical, research, and education programs. You\u2019ll also find general information about our faculty and our division. Without a doubt, we are proud of the work that we do with older adults and thank you for your interest in UNC Geriatrics.<\/p>\n

Geriatricians view patients holistically and provide primary, comprehensive care that is tailored to each patient’s needs. As a result, we focus care on functional activities of daily life. What\u2019s more, geriatricians are general sub-specialists. Instead of focusing on one organ system, we see the integrated systems with the understanding that the brain\u2019s workings interact with the body\u2019s workings. Yet we are also specialists who address issues related to all the organ systems. In addition to all those things, we consider patients\u2019 functional capabilities in their lives outside the clinic.<\/p>\n

The Division of Geriatric Medicine trains future leaders in geriatric medicine to meet the various healthcare needs of older adults. Specifically, we provide complex comprehensive care to older patients while also shaping the next generation of geriatricians – UNC medical students, residents, and fellows<\/a>. Our Geriatric Medicine Faculty are outstanding clinician-educators who serve in different capacities – program directors, clinical directors, course leaders, and research grant investigators. In addition to our work in Chapel Hill<\/a> and the surrounding areas, UNC\u2019s Center for Aging and Health<\/a> leads the way in expanding geriatrics expertise throughout North Carolina\u2019s health workforce and clinician network.<\/p>\n

\u201cWe keep an eye on the big picture. We\u2019re the big picture doctors.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n

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Thank you for visiting our website. We look forward to seeing you in person in Chapel Hill! <\/strong><\/p>\n

\"Sincerely\"<\/p>\n

Dr. Cristin Colford<\/strong>
\nInterim Chief, Division of Geriatric Medicine<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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