Overview

Patient Care

The divisions’ clinical services span the continuum of geriatric and palliative care from inpatient services to home visits.

Education

The aim of the Division of Geriatric and Palliative Medicine is to foster geriatric education in the health care field as well as the community.

Research

The division is focused on clinical research and improving care for the vulnerable elderly in our society.

Faculty

The division is composed of fellowship-trained geriatricians, palliative medicine physicians, advanced practice providers and researchers that all have the common goal of improving today’s growing elderly population.

TEAM Institute

The Texas Elder Abuse and Mistreatment Institute (TEAM) has provided care for over 2000 mistreated elders giving the members the largest clinical experience in the US – since 1995. Its mission is to improve the lives of mistreated elders through clinical care, education and research.

Institute on Aging

UTHealth Houston Institute on Aging is a university-wide initiative that leverages the strengths and expertise of all UTHealth Houston schools, to advance interdisciplinary care, education, research, and community outreach related to aging. With a vision to be the national leader in innovations, education, and training for healthcare serving older adults, the Institute is dedicated to fostering collaboration across schools and centers. Its mission is to develop a comprehensive workforce, conduct impactful research, and disseminate innovations that empower older adults to achieve what matters most in their health care, health, and lives.