Department of Internal Medicine

Clinical Activities

doctor with geriatric patientAll of our clinical sites serve as demonstration and educational sites for students, house staff, and fellows during their rotations.  Inpatient, outpatient, home care, and long term care with an emphasis in acute post-hospitalization care and extended care are included in this educational experience.  Linked research in aging is also conducted.

University Health Care

The Geriatrics Clinic at the University Hospital is currently accepting referrals.  If you would like to make an appointment, please call (801) 581-2628, or go to University Health Care Find a Doctor.

The Geriatrics Clinic specializes in the care and treatment of the elderly population.  Our clinic offers outpatient care, treatment, and consultation services by nationally known Geriatric providers.  Clinic staff are available to answer questions, schedule referrals, and provide personalized support to you or your loved one regarding treatment and care.  Our medical assistants are highly experienced in the care of elderly patients, and will work closely with you to make sure you receive excellent care during your visit.

doctor measuring patient's heightVA Salt Lake City Health Care System (Blue Clinic)

The Salt Lake VAMC Blue Clinic consists of Internal Medicine resident continuity clinics, faculty clinics, geriatric clinics, urgent care, and mental health clinics. We provide Primary Care for a diverse group of veterans of all ages, men and women. We also provide consultation regarding cognitive decline/function, hypertension, hyperlipidemia, management of atrial fibrillation, and preoperative assessment.  The Blue Clinic provides the major portion of Internal Medicine resident education on an out patient basis and it's attendings have received multiple awards in recognition of this teaching effort.  If you would like to make an appointment, please call (801) 582-1565 x1883.