ADGAP Status of Geriatrics Workforce Study

Since the aging of the U.S. population will have a major impact on the practice of medicine and future health care costs, efforts to document the status of past and current geriatrics training for physicians is critical. Since July 2000, the Institute for the Study of Health has been conducting a longitudinal study of training and practice in geriatric medicine for the Association of Directors of Geriatric Academic Programs (ADGAP). The ADGAP Status of Geriatric Workforce Study tracks progress in faculty development, growth of medical school based academic programs, and teaching programs for medical students, residents, and fellows, as well as the practice of geriatrics.
Data from our study can be used to determine whether recently implemented programs have strengthened physicians' geriatrics training and practice across the United States; to help guide future national policy; and to increase recognition of the importance of geriatric research and training programs.
ADGAP Status of Geriatrics Workforce Study