Keynote Speaker

2023 Keynote Speaker

Dr. Maulik Patel

Physician for Internal Medicine at Memorial Hospital

Meet the 2023 Social Gerontology Community Conference keynote speaker, Dr. Maulik A. Patel. Dr. Patel is a devoted expert in geriatric medicine in Savannah, Georgia. A graduate of Mercer University School of Medicine, he deliberately chose geriatrics as his specialization due to its distinctive challenges.

“In my experience with adult patients, I’ve often found suitable medications to address their health issues,” he explains. “However, when it comes to older adults, sometimes the solution lies in discontinuing unnecessary medications. This approach allows me to explore non-pharmacological methods to assist patients while limiting medication use to those that offer clear benefits.”

Dr. Patel’s primary objective is to empower his patients to take charge of their own health. “I believe in equipping patients with knowledge about their conditions, prevention strategies, and effective disease treatment,” he says. “Above all, I ensure they are well informed about the medications they are taking and potential side effects.”

In the medical field, Dr. Maulik A. Patel is a versatile professional who takes on multiple roles. Since 2021, Dr. Patel has served as the medical director for Gentiva Hospice in both Savannah and Statesboro, he is a faculty physician for the internal medicine residency training program at Memorial Hospital and provides care to patients both in the clinic and at the hospital, and he also serves as the medical director for The Marshes of Skidaway Island, a senior living community, overseeing the well-being of older adults in independent living, assisted living, and skilled nursing.

Beyond his clinical practice, Dr. Patel, a compassionate and accomplished geriatric medicine specialist, has contributed to publications for the American Geriatric Society, with a focus on navigating cultural care for older Americans. His dedication to enhancing geriatric care as a physician, director, and educator extends beyond his practice and has a positive impact on the broader field of medicine.

Keynote Presentation – Meaningful Life: Age-Friendly Care

In his Keynote, Dr. Maulik Patel will discuss the benefits of hospice and symptom management.

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Past Keynotes

• 2022: Mary Fridley “The Joy of Dementia: Creating a New Performance of Dementia”
• 2020: Pat King – “Abuse of Older Adults and Adults with Disabilities: Hiding in Plain Sight.”
• 2019: Dr. Adam Harris – “Your Mind Matters”
• 2018: Jennifer Zorotovich – “Aging Simulation”
• 2017: Jill Johns – “Laughter Yoga”

Fall 2024 | Social Gerontology Conference

Last updated: 11/9/2023