
Amy M Westcott MD MHPE CMD FAAHPM AGSF
Hospice and Palliative Medicine
Professor of Medicine, Division of Geriatric Medicine, Penn State College of Medicine
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500 University DrHershey, PA 17033
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Summary
- I am deeply passionate about improving the care of older adults. Throughout my career, I have dedicated myself to enhancing clinical programs with a focus on quality improvement, ensuring that older adults receive the highest standard of care possible. In my current role, I co-chair the IHI Age-Friendly Steering Committee, where I help facilitate quality improvement initiatives across the four key domains of Age-Friendly Care: Mind, Medication, Mobility, and What Matters.
A strong advocate for the future of healthcare, I am also committed to training the next generation of healthcare professionals, equipping them with the skills and knowledge to provide excellent care to older adults. I have integrated geriatric principles and health system science education across medical school curricula. I have also had the privilege of mentoring numerous clinicians who have gone on to assume leadership roles across the country.
People often describe me as approachable, energetic, and a natural motivator. I pride myself on being solution-oriented and thrive in creating collaborative, team-driven environments where everyone can learn, grow, and achieve together.
Education & Training
- Western Governers UniversityMBA, Heathcare Management, 2022 - 2024
- University of Illinois at ChicagoMHPE, 2011 - 2016
- University of Pennsylvania Health SystemFellowship, Geriatric Medicine (Internal Medicine), 2006 - 2007
- University of ConnecticutResidency, Internal Medicine, 2003 - 2006
- American University of the Caribbean School of MedicineClass of 2003
Certifications & Licensure
- DE State Medical License 2018 - 2027
- PA State Medical License 2006 - 2026
- American Board of Internal Medicine Internal Medicine
- American Board of Internal Medicine Geriatric Medicine
- American Board of Internal Medicine Hospice and Palliative Medicine
Publications & Presentations
PubMed
- 1 citationsPilot Qualitative Study of Informal Teachers in Interprofessional Collaboration and Practice.Amy M. Westcott, Daniel R. Wolpaw, Janet Riddle
Journal of Pain and Symptom Management. 2019-01-01 - 13 citationsAn Interprofessional Education Simulation Workshop: Health Professions Learning Palliative Care Communication.Christine Bradway, Valerie T. Cotter, Neha J. Darrah, Varleisha Gibbs, Diane E. Hadley
The Journal of Nursing Education. 2018-08-01 - 11 citationsThe Role of Intravenous Fluids and Enteral or Parenteral Nutrition in Patients with Life-limiting Illness.Meghan E. Lembeck, Colette R. Pameijer, Amy M. Westcott
The Medical Clinics of North America. 2016-09-01
Press Mentions
- Residents Under Strain Can Benefit from a Coach in Their CornerMarch 12th, 2018
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