Instructor of Gerontology in Emergency Medicine
Dr. David W. Hancock is a passionate researcher specializing in geriatrics, focusing on elder mistreatment. Dr. Hancock has significantly contributed to understanding and addressing the complexities of elder mistreatment and its impact on health outcomes. Dr. Hancock's research spans various aspects of elder mistreatment, including the psychometric properties of measures of elder mistreatment, the relationship between elder mistreatment and healthcare costs, and the development of specialized programs to address elder mistreatment.
Dr. Hancock's work highlights the pressing issues of elder mistreatment and provides a foundation for developing effective interventions and policies to protect vulnerable older adults. Dr. Hancock continues positively impacting geriatrics and elder care by collaborating with interdisciplinary teams and contributing to national and international discourse.