Nihon Ronen Igakkai zasshi. Japanese journal of geriatrics
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Nihon Ronen Igakkai Zasshi · May 1992
Comparative StudyInternational comparison in gerontological education--Canada.
The undergraduate programs of geriatric education in medical schools across Canada are variable, and there has not been definition of core content or core clinical experience, although these processes are underway. At UBC in June 1990, the first Canadian Summer Institute took place in Vancouver and medical students representing 16 medical schools in Canada attended the week-long program. Students left the program keen to start student interest groups in their schools. ⋯ The College of Family Practice has elected not to have a program for certification in geriatrics for family physicians. Gerontology and geriatrics are being incorporated into undergraduate and graduate curriculae, driven by the demographic imperative. There remains much to be done.(ABSTRACT TRUNCATED AT 250 WORDS)