Advancing Healthy Aging

At the Division of Geriatrics and Gerontology, we help older adults live their healthiest lives.

We lead comprehensive education, research and clinical programs—in partnership with our world-class university, remarkable health system and regional Veterans hospital.

We are innovative, collaborative and compassionate. We strive for excellence and equity. And we make an impact in Wisconsin and beyond.

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Our Exceptional Programs

Our specialized fellowships educate tomorrow’s leaders. We’re home to internationally recognized research on Alzheimer's disease, health services, and health disparities. Our top-ranked clinical programs include a unique inpatient consult service and home-based primary care.

Join us, and let’s transform the world of medicine together.

"Our division is home to world-renowned aging research, a long-standing geriatrics fellowship, and leadership across the full spectrum of care. I am deeply proud of our work and invite you to learn more about us.”
Dr. Sanjay Asthana, MD
Sanjay Asthana, MD
Chief of the Division of Geriatrics and Gerontology
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Help Us Transform Medicine

You can make a gift to support geriatrics and gerontology medical education and research.