Transforming undergraduate education in geriatric medicine: an innovative curriculum at Bristol Medical School

Key summary points Aim Research and innovation in undergraduate education in geriatric medicine is essential to effectively equip tomorrow’s doctors with the skills and knowledge required to care for older adults with complex health and social care needs. Findings Transitioning between two undergraduate medical curricula meant that Bristol Medical School was uniquely positioned to innovate and evaluate undergraduate education in geriatric medicine. The product of this was a new innovative 18-week programme titled ‘Complex Medicine in Older People’, outlined in this article. Message This marked shift in mode and duration of teaching affords the opportunity to innovate and evaluate undergraduate education in geriatrics, providing an evidence-based model for future teaching on aging.