When Maria Fiatarone became the first geriatric fellow to work with me she told me she would only do research if it involved exercise. We showed exercise increased NK activity secondary to increased endorphins. Subsequently she made major impacts on exercise and aging
“Nearly 80% of what influences a persons health is related to non medical issues (food, housing, transportation, financial means) yet the healthcare system does not have a way to capture those needs and incorporate them into a personalized health plan” #ags21#icd10codes