Department of Medicine

Welcome

Introduction

The Office of Geriatric Medicine/Gerontology functions administratively within the Division of General Internal Medicine, Department of Medicine. The Office consists of two full-time faculty engaged in primary care and consultative geriatrics as well as geriatric/gerontologic education and research.

The faculty members come from various disciplines, and therefore, their expertise provides the office with the uniqueness of a multidisciplinary team approach to service, education, and research.

Mission Statement

The Office of Geriatric Medicine/Gerontology faculty and clinicians provide leadership in geriatric education, research, and community service and are viewed as a valuable resource for geriatric health care issues in the Northwest Ohio area.

The Office is committed to the continuation of excellence in interdisciplinary education and serves as a resource for geriatric education. In addition to active leadership in the annual statewide geriatric conference, faculty are called upon to present a variety of geriatric topics to colleagues, health professionals, health service providers, and the community.

Clinical Services

The Geriatric Center of the Medical College provides comprehensive health care for the older adult and support services for their families.

Specific services include:

  • Comprehensive evaluation and management of health problems in the older adults
  • Primary care with personal physician services
  • Consultations and second opinions
  • Continuity of care with 24 hour coverage
  • Health promotion and education
  • Supportive services in the areas of patient/family coping and adjustment issues

Contact

Michelle McKenzie
Division Secretary
3000 Arlington Ave.
Mail Stop 1186
Toledo, OH 43614
Phone: (419) 383-4909
Fax: (419) 383-6252
michelle.mckenzie@utoledo.edu

Last Updated: 6/27/22