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Why Geriatrics?

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British Geriatrics Society
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Education, Training and Careers
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Wellbeing

In these videos, BGS members and their colleagues share their journeys into geriatrics, and explain why it is such a compelling and rewarding specialty to work in.

Why consider specialising in geriatric medicine?

In this video, BGS member and former Chair of the Trainees' Council, Dr Sangam Malani, explains why she finds geriatrics such a great specialty to work in.

Considering Geriatric Medicine?

This short video, originally shared on TikTok by BGS member and former Trainee's Council Chair, Dr Stephem Lim, highlights some of the reasons to consider specialising in geriatrics.

My journey into Geriatric Medicine

A presentation by Dr Sangam Malani exploring her journey into geriatric medicine, and some of the lessons and pitfalls along the way.

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#ChooseGeriatrics

#ChooseGeriatrics is a campaign led by the BGS to celebrate the variety, interest and rewards of a career in older people’s healthcare. The campaign aims to strengthen recruitment, retention and development of the workforce so that it is equipped to respond to the needs of an ageing population.
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Medical Students

The British Geriatrics Society welcomes medical students as members. Meet geriatricians of international renown. Network with researchers and explore collaborations. Membership of the BGS is absolutely free to medical students.
Medical Students welcome