Amy Westcott

Amy Westcott, MD, MHPE is a Professor in the Department of Medicine Division of Geriatric Medicine, specializing in palliative care, geriatric medicine, and healthcare education. Her work focuses on interprofessional collaboration, palliative therapy, and improving care for older adults with life-limiting conditions.

Research Interests:

• Palliative care and symptom management in elderly populations
• Medical education innovations for interprofessional teams
• Cancer screening and nutritional strategies for older adults

Recent publications emphasize academic practice transitions, interprofessional simulation training, and palliative care communication. Her work contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals related to health equity and quality of life.