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British Geriatrics Society Educational Events
The British Geriatrics Society (BGS) is a professional association of doctors practising geriatric medicine, old age psychiatrists, general practitioners, nurses, therapists, scientists and others with a particular interest in the medical care of older people and in promoting better health in old age. It has over 2,500 members worldwide and is the only society in the UK offering specialist medical expertise in the wide range of health care needs of older people.
As part of the Society's commitment to fostering research and to contribute to professionals' ongoing professional development, it runs two large scientific conferences each year, alongside several specialty meetings around more focused topics. The events are multi-disciplinary and the Society encourages abstracts from researchers around the world.
Sarcopenia and Frailty - 9 July
A must for geriatricians, healthcare professionals working with older people and researchers interested in sarcopenia and frailty.
Join our one-day conference: " Sarcopenia 2013: Where are we now? An update on aetiology, diagnosis and management"
Meet our leading lineup of speakers who will present the latest research in their respective fields of expertise.
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Geriatrics for Juniors Conference
Welcome to this conference for Foundation Year (FY) and Core Medical Training (CMT) doctors. Come discover the challenging and satisfying specialty of geriatric medicine - the last bastion of general medicine practice in the hospital.
The conference will be held at the Centre for Life Conference and Banqueting Suite in Newcastle upon Tyne on Saturday, 21st September 2013. Topics covered include: