The AGS/ADGAP Outstanding Geriatric Medicine Education Coordinator of the Year Award honors coordinators who advance geriatrics education and training through leadership and innovation.
Funder: American Geriatrics Society
Due Dates: December 7, 2026 (annual nomination deadline)
Funding Amounts: $500 one-time award; recognition at AGS Annual Scientific Meeting
Summary: Recognizes exceptional Geriatric Medicine Fellowship Coordinators for advancing geriatrics education and training.
Key Information: Nominee must be the primary coordinator for an ACGME-accredited Geriatric Medicine Fellowship at an ADGAP member institution.
The AGS/ADGAP Outstanding Geriatric Medicine Education Coordinator of the Year Award, presented by the American Geriatrics Society in partnership with the Association of Directors of Geriatric Academic Programs (ADGAP), honors Geriatric Medicine Fellowship Coordinators who have made significant contributions to geriatrics education and training at their institutions. This award aims to spotlight the vital, often under-recognized, role these coordinators play in shaping the future of elder care through excellence in program coordination, leadership, and educational innovation.