Thomas Buford, Ph.D.
Marnix E. Heersink School of Medicine Division of Gerontology, Geriatrics and Palliative Care
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Thomas Buford, Ph.D.
Marnix E. Heersink School of Medicine Division of Gerontology, Geriatrics and Palliative CareBuford is an expert on preserving the health and independence of older adults. He believes staying active as you age is one of the best ways to remain independent and have a better quality of life.
Buford's research has examined the effect of physical activity on frailty, how mobility affects outcomes in hospitalized older adults and the role nutrition plays in healthy aging.
Areas of Expertise:
- Preserving the health and independence of older adults
- Healthy aging
- Physical activity and fitness and how it impacts aging and quality of life
- Exercise and interventions to increase mobility in older adults
Media Appearances:
- How To Maintain Strength As You Age, Forbes
- The Best Exercises for Your 50s, 60s, 70s—and Beyond, The Wall Street Journal
- Could decreasing inflammation be the cure for everything, AARP
- Wearable tech may enhance benefits of structured exercise, Lower Extremity Review