GERAS Centre

GERAS Centre Solutions for today, innovation for tomorrow. Enabling people to age with dignity and independence. Our Strategic Goals
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The GERAS Centre for Aging Research is part of Hamilton Health sciences and affiliated with McMaster University. Our mission is to make life better for older adults by bringing the best research to the frontlines of care as quickly as possible. Our primary research focus is to lead in research and innovation in the Geriatric 5Ms: mind, mobility, medications, multi-complexity by building a framewor

k of what matters most for older adults. We are leaders in research, innovation and learning for the benefit of our community and the world. We are at the forefront of several innovative research initiatives focused on maximizing the resilience of vulnerable older adults. With our rapidly aging population, and with more people living with chronic disease, our work has never been more important. We have been working hard towards our goal to enable people to age with dignity and independence. Lead in geriatric research, innovation and learning for the benefit of the community and beyond;

2. Create therapeutic programs tailored to meet the needs of our older adults;

3. Empower older adults and their families through information and solutions for everyday living.

As part of Seniors Month, we’re highlighting impactful resources that the Geras Centre has to offer, including our GeriE...
06/03/2026

As part of Seniors Month, we’re highlighting impactful resources that the Geras Centre has to offer, including our GeriEvidence podcast! 🎤

This podcast series bridges the gap between impactful research and the frontlines of care, delivering evidence-based conversations that inspire better care and informed decision-making.

In the theme of “Let’s get Moving” this Seniors Month, we’re highlighting the episode “Keeping Life in Motion: Physio & Bone Health” with physiotherapist Bonny O’Hare. This episode explores how physiotherapy and safe, targeted exercise support bone health, reduce fracture risk, and help people with osteoporosis stay active and independent.

Check it out here: https://www.gerascentre.ca/our-research/keeping-life-in-motion/

🎧 As always, listen for free on Spotify, Apple, Amazon Music or iHeart.

GeriEvidence is brought to you by the Geras Centre for Aging Research, at Hamilton Health Sciences and affiliated with McMaster University, and proudly supported by the CIHR Institute of Aging Betty Havens Prize for Knowledge Mobilization in Aging awarded to Dr. Alexandra Papaioannou.

Congratulations Noorain Mamdani on the successful defense of her thesis, "Augmented Reality for Falls Prevention in Olde...
06/02/2026

Congratulations Noorain Mamdani on the successful defense of her thesis, "Augmented Reality for Falls Prevention in Older Adults: A Mixed-Methods Evaluation" for her MSc in Health and Research Methodology! Our whole team is proud of you and the research you've worked so hard on! Congrats! 👏👏

🎉June is Seniors Month! 🎉This month, we're celebrating older adults, and the theme this year is “Let’s Get Moving!” Foll...
06/01/2026

🎉June is Seniors Month! 🎉

This month, we're celebrating older adults, and the theme this year is “Let’s Get Moving!”

Follow us along all month long as we highlight ways to support healthy aging and empower older adults in our communities.

Over the month, you can expect posts about:
- Research facts about physical activity and aging.
- Helpful resources for seniors and their families.
- Opportunities to get involved in programs, events, and research initiatives with Geras and beyond.

Visit our website to learn more: www.gerascentre.ca

Another highlight from the 🇵🇱 was seeing Dr. Paul O'Byrne recognized with the Polish Society of Internal Medicine Award...
05/11/2026

Another highlight from the 🇵🇱 was seeing Dr. Paul O'Byrne recognized with the Polish Society of Internal Medicine Award Statuette. A well-deserved honour celebrating his outstanding contributions to internal medicine, research, and medical education on the global stage 👏

Back from Kraków 🇵🇱 after attending the McMaster International Review Conference of Internal Medicine (MIRCIM 2026). Con...
05/11/2026

Back from Kraków 🇵🇱 after attending the McMaster International Review Conference of Internal Medicine (MIRCIM 2026). Congratulations to Dr. Alexandra Papaioannou on an excellent session, “Why Elderly are at Higher Risk for Disrupted Homeostasis,” highlighting important insights into aging and vulnerability in older adults

Congratulations to Dr. Wayne Lok, geriatrician and research fellow at the Geras Centre for Aging Research at Hamilton He...
05/09/2026

Congratulations to Dr. Wayne Lok, geriatrician and research fellow at the Geras Centre for Aging Research at Hamilton Health Sciences, presenting at the Canadian Geriatrics Society conference in Montreal. Great connecting with Dr. Gustavo Duque while sharing research advancing healthy aging and geriatric care. 🇨🇦🧠👏

Congratulations to Dr. Patricia Hewston & team on winning 1st Place – People’s Choice Award Rapid Podium Presentation...
05/01/2026

Congratulations to Dr. Patricia Hewston & team on winning 1st Place – People’s Choice Award Rapid Podium Presentation at the 2026 GTA Rehab Network Best Practices Day! 🎉

Back from Prague 🇨🇿 after an inspiring few days at the International Osteoporosis Foundation World Congress on Osteoporo...
04/30/2026

Back from Prague 🇨🇿 after an inspiring few days at the International Osteoporosis Foundation World Congress on Osteoporosis, Osteoarthritis and Musculoskeletal Diseases. Congratulations to Dr. Alexandra Papaioannou & Bonny O’Hare on leading a fabulous symposium on exercise and bone health! 🦴✨

Are you a , new grad, or early-career healthcare professional looking to strengthen your knowledge in geriatrics? for ...
04/29/2026

Are you a , new grad, or early-career healthcare professional looking to strengthen your knowledge in geriatrics?
for the 16th Annual Update in Geriatrics! Hosted by McMaster University Continuing Education, Regional Geriatric Program Central, McMaster Dept. Geriatric Medicine & Geras Centre for Aging Research, this annual event brings together 750+ healthcare professionals worldwide for practical, evidence-based learning that helps improve care for older adults.

🗓 November 18, 2026
🗺️ Hybird In-Person (Burlington, ON) or Virtually Online
🔗 https://lnkd.in/edgvXBES

for the 16th Annual Update in Geriatrics! Hosted by McMaster University Continuing Education, Regional Geriatric Progr...
04/28/2026

for the 16th Annual Update in Geriatrics! Hosted by McMaster University Continuing Education, Regional Geriatric Program Central, McMaster Dept. Geriatric Medicine, and Geras Centre for Aging Research, this exciting annual event brings together 750+ healthcare professionals worldwide for practical, evidence-based learning that helps improve care for older adults.

🗓 November 18, 2026
🗺️ Hybird In-Person (Burlington, ON) or Virtually Online
🔗 cpd.healthsci.mcmaster.ca/geriatrics

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