Training & Education Programs
Fellowships for training on geriatric neurology were established.
The Veterans Affair Geriatric Neurology Fellowship Program provides two years of post-residency research, education, and clinical learning opportunities to eligible physician neurologists. Graduates are expected to be role models in leading, developing, conducting, and evaluating innovative research, education, and clinical care in the field of geriatric neurology.
The American Academy of Neurology (AAN) Foundation and the Alzheimer's Association established a two-year Clinical Research Training Fellowship in Alzheimer's disease research. The fellowship is supported by the AAN Foundation and the Alzheimer's Association.
The American Academy of Neurology offers a prize for Research in Pick's, Alzheimer's, and Related Diseases. The American Academy of Neurology offers an award for research in Geriatric Neurology.
Clinical courses and books on geriatric neurology are available.
A journal dedicated to geriatric neurology & psychiatry was issued.
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