Helen Chen, MD
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Helen Chen, MD, served as Hebrew SeniorLife's chief medical officer from 2013-2022. As a geriatrician, Dr. Chen has a passion for improving care for older adults both at the individual and healthcare system levels. Prior to joining Hebrew SeniorLife, Dr. Chen was the chief medical officer for the Center for Elders’ Independence, a Program of All-Inclusive Care for Elders, and the director of Geriatrics and Extended Care at the San Francisco VA Medical Center, where she directed clinical geriatrics services across the continuum of care for Veterans residing in northern California.
Blog Posts
When Should You See a Geriatrician?
Sometimes, older adults need specialized medical care for complex conditions. Learn when a geriatrician might be right for you or your parent.
Understanding Fatigue in Older Adults
Why it's important to recognize when fatigue is more than just feeling tired.
Nervous About Getting the COVID-19 Vaccine?
To end this pandemic, as many people as possible will need to be vaccinated. Read the myth vs. fact about COVID-19 vaccines.