Joseph G. Ouslander

Joseph G. Ouslander, M.D., is a Professor of Geriatric Medicine at the Charles E. Schmidt College of Medicine, Florida Atlantic University (FAU), with additional appointments as a Courtesy Professor at the Christine E. Lynn College of Nursing, FAU, and a Voluntary Professor at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine. He has held leadership roles including Chair of FAU's Department of Integrated Medicine and Senior Associate Dean for Geriatric Programs at FAU. He is a Past-President of the American Geriatrics Society and Executive Editor of its journal.

• Education:
  • BA, John Hopkins University (1973)
  • MD, Case Western Reserve University (1977)

Research Focus: Dr. Ouslander's work centers on reducing avoidable hospitalizations among nursing home residents through initiatives like the INTERACT Quality Improvement Program, Safe Transitions for At Risk Patients (STAR), and Healthy Aging Research Initiative (HARI). His studies address healthcare quality, resource allocation, and policy frameworks for aging populations.

Notable Publications: His recent articles analyze acute care transfer protocols, triple aim healthcare models, and emergency department utilization in long-term care settings, with keywords spanning geriatric medicine, aging research, and clinical interventions.

• Scientific Awards:
  • Phi Beta Kappa (John Hopkins)
  • NIH MERIT Award
  • American Journal of Nursing Book of the Year Award
  • National Association for Continence Champion Award

Grants: Dr. Ouslander has secured substantial NIH, CMS, and VA grants for projects like INTERACT implementation and Chair Yoga for Older Adults, totaling over $13 million in funding.