Brookdale Department of Geriatrics and Palliative Medicine at Mount Sinai

09/22/2025

We are proud to announce the addition of two prominent scientists, Dr. Tessa Jones and Dr. Alina Kung, to our team of esteemed researchers. Both will continue to develop studies that address inequities in care among aging and seriously ill patients.

“Anyone should be able to walk into a hospital and receive the same treatment,” Dr. Kung says. “But in reality, personal characteristics and insurance determine both hospital access and treatment received.” Learn more.

Read how Mount Sinai is building on its commitment to researching inequities in palliative care access and delivery

09/20/2025

"Diabetes and other underlying diseases can harm the immune system and increase the risk for UTIs. That's because the diversity of our immune cells decreases as we get older.

'As we age, our innate immunity is slower to react to infection, giving infections time to spread,' says Dr. Mikail Kamal. Learn more about a common condition for older adults.

UTIs are a common issue for elderly and can manifest as symptoms similar to dementia. Here's what you need to know about the symptoms, causes, risk factors and treatments for UTIs in older adults.

09/19/2025

Dr. Mary Sano joined UsAgainstAlzheimer's in Washington D.C. to present at an event hosted by Senator Amy Klobuchar and Senator Shelley Moore Capito about the critical importance of Alzheimer's research. She is pictured here, on the left, with Dr. Reisa Sperling, Senator Klobuchar, Dr. Sandra Bond Chapman and Mr. George Vradenburg.

09/18/2025

Changing demographics in the U.S. population point to a growing need for physicians trained in geriatrics and palliative medicine. Therefore, we have created flexible programs for doctors to pursue training in their chosen specialties, while also providing opportunities for professional development in geriatrics and palliative medicine. Learn more...

Read more about how the Brookdale Department of Geriatrics and Palliative Medicine is at the forefront of innovative fellowship programs

09/15/2025

LAST CHANCE! Register today and don't miss the 24th Annual Intensive Update with Board Review in Geriatric and Palliative Medicine beginning tomorrow. https://geripalboardreview.org/

09/10/2025

ONE Week Left to Register! Registration ends on September 16th.
https://geripalboardreview.org/

09/09/2025

For the seventh year, we are proud to participate in the CaringKind - The Heart of Alzheimer's Caregiving Alzheimer’s Walk. Join us on Saturday, October 18th in Central Park. Family, friends, and pets are welcome. Raising awareness for dementia care has become a tradition for our team. Join us for the walk or show your support by making a donation today! https://give.caringkindnyc.org/team/769969

09/08/2025

“As a grandparent, you may report feeling better and happier,” says Dr. William Hung. Research shows that grandparents tend to have better self-reported health, happiness, and less loneliness than their peers who don’t have grandkids. Hung isn’t surprised: some of his patients beam with pride when speaking about their close relationship with their grandchild.

Here's how to get more out of this special relationship, according to experts.

09/04/2025

Congratulations to Allison J. Applebaum, PhD, FAPOS, who will be appointed the Gerald J. and Dorothy R. Friedman Chair in Palliative Care, and Robert M. Arnold, MD, who will be appointed the Catherine Gaisman Chair of Medical Ethics.

09/03/2025

Dr. Lauren Kelley and colleagues published a new article "Improving Access To Substance Use Disorder Care In Nursing Facilities" in the Heath Affairs September 2025 issue dedicated to the opioid crisis. You can read it here along with related articles, events, and podcasts:

The opioid crisis has evolved dramatically since it was first declared a national public health emergency, moving from prescription drug misuse to an epidemic now largely driven by illicit fentanyl. The emergence of xylazine and deaths involving stimulants like methamphetamine add to the complexity...

09/02/2025

Don't miss your chance to learn from leaders in Geriatrics and Palliative Medicine. Space is limited - register today! https://geripalboardreview.org/

09/02/2025

Melissa Aldridge, PhD, discusses the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai's role in a newly established palliative care research consortium, fueled by a $64 million five-year award from the National Institutes of Health (NIH).

A new palliative care research consortium has been established, fueled by a $64 million five-year award from the National Institutes of Health