Integrating Geriatric Teams in Primary Care: Transforming Aging Care Through Collaborative Models in Ontario
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Primary Care Integrated Geriatric Teams (PCIGTs) improve access to specialised geriatric care, support ageing in place and reduce pressure on acute services.
Seven Ontario PCIGT models were showcased in spring 2025 webinars with nearly 200 participants, identifying promising design features and key learnings.
Evidence-based PCIGTs are relevant to primary care transformation, health system redesign and policy to strengthen primary care attachment for older adults.
Care models integrating geriatrics into primary care are emerging across Ontario. Referred to as Primary Care Integrated Geriatric Teams (PCIGTs), their evidence-based approaches improve access to specialized care and support for older adults. Seven Ontario models were highlighted through webinars held in spring 2025, attended by nearly 200 participants. Presenters and participants identified promising design features, key learnings and supports needed to advance goal-aligned care for older adults. Relevant to primary care transformation, health system redesign and policy efforts in Ontario and beyond, PCIGTs can support primary care attachment, reduce pressure on acute services and promote aging in place.
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