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American Geriatrics Society

Contact Information

The Empire State Building
350 5th Avenue
Suite 801

New York, NY 10118

212-308-1414 (Voice)
212-832-8646 (FAX)

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Abstract

The American Geriatrics Society (AGS) is the premier professional organization of health care providers dedicated to improving the health and well-being of all older adults. With an active membership of over 6,000 health care professionals, the AGS has a long history of effecting change in the provision of health care for older adults. Anyone with an interest in geriatric health care is welcome to join the American Geriatrics Society. Our current membership is comprised primarily of geriatrics health care professionals, including physicians, nurses, researchers, medical educators, pharmacists, physician assistants, social workers, physica therapists, health care administrators, and others. As the primary organization representing geriatric health care today, the Society provides leadership for health care professionals, policymakers, and the public. To ensure the provision of quality health care to older persons, the AGS develops, implements and supports programs in patient care, research, professional education, public policy and public education.

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Date Entered: 11/1/1997
Date Edited: 6/7/2004
Date Revised: 7/22/2003
Health Referral Number: HR2662
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