British Geriatrics Society
@GeriSoc
The BGS is a multidisciplinary professional membership association promoting better health and care for older people. X is monitored weekdays 9:30am - 5:00pm.
Announcing: the BGS Comprehensive Geriatric Assessment (CGA) Hub! A clear, concise, evidence-based set of resources, freely available to all who need them on our website. Dive in today! buff.ly/yZ0Cxzg
POPS SIG Committee member, Dr Stephanie Wells, writes the latest BGS blog about what to expect at this year's POPS conference on 11 September. Our Cardiovascular SIG Meeting also takes place the next day making it easier to attend both. Find out more ⬇️ buff.ly/W2ykmlr
“Legacy is not leaving something for people, it's leaving something in people.” Today we remember Dr Kate Granger who died on this day in 2016. Kate’s powerful #HelloMyNameIs campaign inspired thousands across the NHS having a huge impact on patients and staff.
📢EOIs invited - 3 roles in NHS England’s Frailty Improvement Collaborative, all 12mth fixed term via MOU: 💠Director (VSM) 💠2x Deputy Directors (Band 9) Drive change in frailty care! JD & more info✉️[email protected] Apply with CV✉️[email protected] Closes: midnight 28/7
We welcome the recognition of the wide-ranging effects of pensioner poverty on the health of older people in the @CommonsWorkPen report, "Pensioner Poverty: challenges and mitigations", published today. buff.ly/1aeonYG
Our newly appointed Frailty Lead, @jaa_adams, writes the latest BGS blog about his career so far, what the role entails and his motivations. Read the blog ⬇️ buff.ly/Abswz4D
We've launched a new award recognising individuals with a demonstrable positive impact in leadership and patient care. The Taylor Medal is named after Professor Jackie Taylor, the first female President in our College’s history. Apply until 29 August: rcpsg.ac.uk/awards-and-sch…
@RCPhysicians Harveian Oration 2024, by Prof Avan Aihie Sayer From bench to bedside and beyond – new horizons for translational ageing research Available to read in ClinMed ⬇️ #openaccess @GeriSoc sciencedirect.com/science/articl…
We are the UK’s only membership organisation for multidisciplinary professionals united by the goal of improving healthcare for older people. From free online courses to discounts for great events, there are so many great reasons to join. buff.ly/MaU7ca7
We're heading to London this year for our annual POPS Meeting which is focused on improving outcomes for older surgical patients. Find out more and register: buff.ly/6XTroj3 #BGSConf
Great advance in identification of risk of adverse events such as hospital admission with a fall or fracture, needing residential or home care - allowing targeted prevention. Proactive Care just moved up a gear! Game changing work from @drandyclegg @GERED_DOC and colleagues
When the BGS's journal Age and Ageing published the Electronic Frailty Index (eFI) in 2016, it was very influential and is used across the NHS to identify frailty within a population. This has now been made even better with the new and improved eFI2! buff.ly/p0j55fi
Have you had the chance to read our latest blog? Dr Claire Copeland, BGS VP Workforce, shares her reflections on the 10 Year Health Plan from a workforce perspective. buff.ly/0h1bQnG
Visual Impairment in a Clinic Setting, our next microlearning CPD course, is now available. It's completely free for BGS members, and available at a small cost for non-members. buff.ly/i29gTOu
Did you know our Falls Conference takes place during Falls Awareness Week this year? Find out more about the event and register to attend: buff.ly/0F3sJs5 #BGSConf
When the BGS's journal Age and Ageing published the Electronic Frailty Index (eFI) in 2016, it was very influential and is used across the NHS to identify frailty within a population. This has now been made even better with the new and improved eFI2! buff.ly/p0j55fi
Great to see BGS President, @JKDhesi, as one of the keynote speakers at the 23rd IAGG World Congress next year. buff.ly/P1NXBDT
Missed the Autumn Meeting abstract deadline? Submissions for our Scotland Autumn Meeting are still open until 5pm (BST) tomorrow - 18 July! #BGSConf bgs.org.uk/25ScotlandA
Abstract submissions for the BGS Autumn Meeting close on 11 July at 5pm (BST). Remember to submit your work before then! buff.ly/miMA72v #BGSConf
The BGS responds to the Leng Review, which looks at the role of physician associates and anaesthesia associates within the NHS. buff.ly/Ch6MDmL
Visual Impairment in a Clinic Setting, the new microlearning course launched today by @GeriSoc for anyone who sees older people in a clinic setting. This short and low-cost CPD course follows the patient journey at a routine outpatient appointment. bgs.org.uk/visual-impairm…