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Welcome to the CGS Resident Site

We connect trainees from across Canada to facilitate networking and mentoring, while initiating and supporting advocacy projects for older adults at local and national levels.

  • Mentorship and networking opportunities for trainees (fellows and residents) interested in geriatrics.

  • Resources for resident-driven, geriatric-themed projects in advocacy, research, education, and clinical activities.

  • Promotion of the RGIG principles and field of geriatrics through word of mouth, networking, and social media.

About RGIG

The Canadian Resident Geriatrics Interest Group is a group of passionate residents from across Canada in various specialties (family medicine, internal medicine, psychiatry, Care of the Elderly, Geriatric Medicine, and Geriatric Psychiatry) who are interested in Geriatrics! We aim to support education and networking for learners interested in Geriatrics across Canada! If you'd like to get involved, feel free to email our co-chairs to learn how to get involved.

Meet our group below and send us an email for more information or if you are looking to connect!

    • Manan Ahuja

      Manan Ahuja is a PGY4 Geriatric Medicine fellow at McMaster University and the Co-Chair of the National RGIG. He has a continued interest in geriatric-related advocacy and research and has been part of the Delirium Research Group for the last eight years at GERAS in Hamilton, ON.

    • Shannon Gui

      Shannon is a PGY4 Geriatric Medicine resident at the University of Toronto. She has been part of the Geriatrics Interest Groups since medical school and is thrilled to continue in this amazing group. Her interests lie in medical education.

    • Vincent Hou

      Vincent is a second-year Internal Medicine resident at Dalhousie University. He is interested in learning about various aspects of Geriatrics, including dementia and frailty. Outside of medicine, Vincent enjoys playing chess and watching soccer.

    • Dorothy Qian

    • Vincent Hou

      Vincent is a second-year Internal Medicine resident at Dalhousie University. He is interested in learning about various aspects of Geriatrics, including dementia and frailty. Outside of medicine, Vincent enjoys playing chess and watching soccer.

    • Dorothy Qian

    • Farah Jafri

      Farah Jafri is a PGY-4 in Geriatric Medicine at the University of Alberta. Her interests include chronic pain in the elderly population, perioperative geriatrics, dementia diagnosis and management, and culturally sensitive care for immigrant seniors.

    • Sophie Hu

      Sophie Hu is a PGY3 resident in Internal Medicine at the University of Manitoba. At the University of Calgary, she completed her MSc Epidemiology examining Mild Behavioral Impairment as a prodrome of cognitive decline. She is especially interested in the intersection and applications of artificial intelligence and technology in geriatrics.

    • Brian Serapio

      Brian Serapio is a PGY3 in Psychiatry at the University of Toronto. He has a longstanding interest in working with the older adult population as evidenced by extensive involvement in geriatrics interest groups, volunteer work, and research. As a psychiatry resident, Brian continues to hone this interest. His clinical interests include BPSD and dementia, psychotherapy, and late life mood disorders.

    • Ana Kovacevic

      Ana Kovacevic is a PGY4 resident in psychiatry at McMaster University. She is interested in comprehensive psychiatric care of older adults and the intersect between mental and physical health.

    • Rebecca Button-Sibley

      Hi everyone! My name is Rebecca and I'm a first year Family Medicine resident at Dalhousie. I am from, and am doing my residency on the beautiful Cape Breton Island, NS. I have a special interest in COE and Palliative Medicine. Outside of medicine, I love spending time with my 2 goldendoodles, Jax and Beau, and at my cottage!

    • Ariel Foo

      Hi, I’m Ariel! Originally from the GTA, I am now a PGY1 Internal Medicine resident in Ottawa. I’m passionate about medical education and mentorship—helping others grow is something I truly enjoy. Outside the hospital, I love exploring parks, caring for my guinea pig, and catching up on my favorite shows. You might also find me curled up with my Nintendo or a great book! 😊 Always happy to chat about anything and everything!

    • Taylor Carmichael

    • Rafique Van Uum

      Rafique is a PGY1 Internal Medicine resident at McMaster University. He is interested in providing comprehensive care to older adults, frailty, and cognition. Outside of medicine he enjoys cooking, crocheting, and exploring Hamilton!

    Connect with your local RGIGs to get involved!

    • Allan Cheng

    • Allen is a PGY-5 in Geriatric Medicine at Dalhousie University. His interest in geriatrics includes the care of older adults who are immigrants, and the incorporation of technology in older adult care. Previously, Allen has been involved in RGIG as the co-chair, VP Local RGIG, and VP conference. When Allen isn't working, you will find him playing with the Dalhousie Symphony, or planning his next trip to a new country.

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