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2009 Curriculum
The Biology of Aging and Age Related Diseases
Gerald D. Abrams, M.D., Professor Emeritus of Pathology is the director of the Mini Med School program.
He promises attendees the opportunity to gain valuable insights into these
important subjects and to learn from some of the outstanding faculty members
of the University of Michigan.
Session I –April 7
The Biology of Aging: Extending the lifespan
Genetics of Aging
Richard A. Miller, Ph.D., M.D.
Professor of Pathology
Research Professor, Institute of Gerontology, Medical School
Session II – April 14
Aging and Age-Related Diseases of the Cardiovascular System
Kim A. Eagle, M.D.
Albion Walter Hewlett Professor of Internal Medicine
Professor of Internal Medicine,
Director of Clinical Services, Patient Facilitated Services, Medical School
Age- Related Changes in the Nervous System
Rachael D. Seidler, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor of Kinesiology,
Research Assistant Professor of Kinesiology, Division of Kinesiology
Assistant Professor of Psychology, Literature, Science and Arts
Session III – April 21
The Epidemiology of Aging
Mary N. Haan, M.P.H., DR.P.H
Professor of Epidemiology, School of Public Health
Dementia
Douglas J. Gelb, Ph.D., M.D.
Professor of Neurology, Medical School
Session IV – April 28
The Aging Eye
Mark W. Johnson, M.D.
Professor of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences, Medical School
Age-Related Changes in the Skin
Dana L. Sachs, M.D.
Associate Professor of Dermatology, Medical School
Session V – May 5
The Biology of Aging Muscle
Aging and Exercise
John A. Faulkner, Ph.D.
Professor of Molecular and Integrative Physiology, Medical School
Professor of Biomedical Engineering, College of Engineering
Gait and Balance Problems in Older Adults
Neil B. Alexander, M.D.
Professor of Internal Medicine
Research Professor, Institute of Gerontology, Medical School
Session VI – May 12
Perspectives in Gerontological Research
Richard A. Miller, Ph.D., M.D. Professor of Pathology
Research Professor, Institute of Gerontology, Medical School
Maximizing Wellness in Aging
Geriatric Medicine
Jeffrey B. Halter, M.D.
Professor of Internal Medicine
Chief, Division of Geriatric Medicine
Director, Geriatrics Center
Research Professor and Director, Institute of Gerontology, Medical School |