
Areas of Investigation
The Division of Geriatric Medicine offers nationally recognized research programs with a commitment to advancing the care of older adults.
The Division’s research goal is to conduct cutting-edge research that improves the health and health care of seniors. Our Division utilizes a multisystem, multidisciplinary, and translational perspective that integrates biology, physiology, clinical medicine, behavior, social support, community, and health systems.
Areas of Investigation include:
- Biology of longevity and successful aging
- Gait, mobility, and falls
- Chronic pain
- Incontinence and nocturia
- Osteoporosis and fractures
- Cardiovascular disease
- Sarcopenia
- Infectious disease
- Pharmacotherapy
- Sleep disorders
- Telemedicine
- Antibiotic stewardship
- Long-term care
Contact Us

Division of Geriatric Medicine
Academic Administrative Office
Kaufmann Medical Building, Suite 500
3471 Fifth Ave
Pittsburgh, PA 15213
Benedum Geriatric Center
412-692-4200
Senior Care Institute
412-623-2700