SRM Medical College Announces National Geriatric Summit 2026 in Chennai
The Department of Community Medicine at SRM Medical College Hospital and Research Centre, Chennai, has announced the upcoming National Geriatric Summit 2026, titled Age Well India. The summit aims to bring together medical professionals, healthcare experts, and researchers to explore emerging approaches to elderly healthcare and improve the quality of life of India's ageing population.
The summit will focus on key areas of geriatric healthcare, including advanced elderly care, health economics, and community-based support systems. By bringing together experts from leading medical institutions, the event seeks to encourage knowledge-sharing and discussions on the evolving healthcare and social support needs of senior citizens.
Focus on Sustainable Geriatric Care
A key highlight of the summit is its emphasis on developing sustainable approaches to elderly healthcare. As India's senior population continues to grow, the demand for specialised medical services, trained caregivers, and accessible long-term care facilities is becoming increasingly important.
The event will also feature workshops, including a specialised pre-conference track on Applied Health Economics, focusing on the economic considerations involved in developing sustainable eldercare systems and infrastructure.
Strengthening Elderly Care in India
The summit comes at a time when India's healthcare sector is increasingly recognising the importance of specialised geriatric services. Older adults often require coordinated support for chronic illnesses, mobility challenges, mental well-being, rehabilitation, and long-term care.
Discussions at Age Well India are expected to contribute to broader conversations around improving geriatric healthcare delivery, strengthening community-level support, and developing care systems that respond to the changing needs of older adults and their families.
For South India, where the ageing population presents growing healthcare and social care requirements, such initiatives offer an important platform for collaboration among medical institutions, policymakers, healthcare providers, and senior care organisations.
The National Geriatric Summit 2026 highlights the growing importance of specialised elderly healthcare and sustainable care infrastructure in preparing India for its ageing future.
📌 Event Information: For the official announcement and updates on the summit schedule and registration, visit the SRM Medical College Hospital and Research Centre LinkedIn announcement.
