Maria Vejar, DNP, NP, RN

Assistant Professor, Medicine-Geriatrics

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Graduate Schools
  • MSN, Pacific Lutheran University (1997)
  • DNP, University of Colorado Health Sciences Center (2012)
Undergraduate School
  • BSN, Pacific Lutheran University (WA) (1990)
Languages
English
Department
Medicine-Geriatrics

Professional Titles

  • Assistant Professor

Publications

  • Fixen DR, Farro SA, Shanbhag P, Parnes BL, Vejar MV. Multidisciplinary Approach to Deprescribing Sedative-Hypnotic Medications in Geriatric Primary Care. J Prim Care Community Health. 2022 Jan-Dec;13:21501319221103416. PubMed PMID: 35678247
  • Schifeling CH, Shanbhag P, Johnson A, Atwater RC, Koljack C, Parnes BL, Vejar MM, Farro SA, Phimphasone-Brady P, Lum HD. Disparities in Video and Telephone Visits Among Older Adults During the COVID-19 Pandemic: Cross-Sectional Analysis. JMIR Aging. 2020 Nov 10;3(2):e23176. PubMed PMID: 33048821
  • Kant RE, Vejar M, Parnes B, Mulder J, Daddato A, Matlock DD, Lum HD. Outcomes and provider perspectives on geriatric care by a nurse practitioner-led community paramedicine program. Geriatr Nurs. 2018 Sep - Oct;39(5):574-579. PubMed PMID: 29731391
  • Fixen DR, Linnebur SA, Parnes BL, Vejar MV, Vande Griend JP. Development and economic evaluation of a pharmacist-provided chronic care management service in an ambulatory care geriatrics clinic. Am J Health Syst Pharm. 2018 Nov 15;75(22):1805-1811. PubMed PMID: 30104259
  • Tandon A, Linnebur SA, Vejar MV. Identifying Cognitive Impairment in an Older Adult Using Two Different Screening Tools. Consult Pharm. 2018 Dec 1;33(12):702-705. PubMed PMID: 30545433
  • Huntsberry AM, Linnebur SA, Vejar M. Hyponatremia after initiation and rechallenge with trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole in an older adult. Clin Interv Aging. 2015;10:1091-6. PubMed PMID: 26170649
  • Vejar MV, Makic MB, Kotthoff-Burrell E. Medication management for elderly patients in an academic primary care setting: a quality improvement project. J Am Assoc Nurse Pract. 2015 Feb;27(2):72-8. PubMed PMID: 24838763
  • Medication Management in a Geriatric Primary Care Setting: A Quality Improvement Project. JAANP
  • Vejar MV, Makic MB, Kotthoff-Burrell E. Medication management for elderly patients in an academic primary care setting: A quality improvement project. J Am Assoc Nurse Pract. 2014 May 16. [Epub ahead of print] PubMed PMID: 24838763
  • On 2/8/13 I submitted a manuscript to the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners titled Medication Management of Elderly Patients in an Academic Primary Care Practice: A Quality Improvement Project. I am the primary author. We are still awaiting feedback from the editor as to whether or not the manuscript is approved for publication.
  • Pharmacotherapy, in press, accepted.I am third author
  • I was an author on a Poster presented at a Pharmacy conference in Summer of 2007. The Poster was regarding adverse reactions related to OTC, Glucosamine product, "Move free", and the occurrence of dramatic elevated liver enzymes in 2 patients taking the same product. We are in the process of submitting it as a Manuscript as well.
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Practice Locations

UCHealth University of Colorado Hospital (UCH)
12605 E. 16th Ave
Aurora, CO 80045
720-848-0000

UCHealth Seniors Clinic - Anschutz Medical Campus
1635 Aurora Ct
5th Floor
Aurora, CO 80045
720-848-3400

CU Medicine Geriatric Medicine - Cherry Creek
11 South Adams Street
Floor HW
Denver, CO 80209
720-382-7800

Hospital Affiliation
  • University of Colorado Hospital

Specialty Information

Specialties
  • Geriatric Medicine, Board Certification (2001)
  • Certified Nurse Practitioner, License (2001)
Conditions & Treatments
  • Seniors' Health
  • Primary Care
  • Wellness and Prevention
Clinical Interests
I have a specific interest in participating in quality improvement in an effort to improve the care and experience we provide our patients and families. I am interested in all aspects of primary care as it relates to geriatrics and their families/caregivers. In addition, I have special interest in topics of depression, anxiety, grief/loss, end of life care and helping my patients experience a sense of peace and improved quality of life.

Care Philosophy
Practicing as a Geriatric Nurse Practitioner is one of my greatest joys and honors. I feel very fortunate and privileged to be a part of the care of my patients and a support to their families and caregivers. I believe in a holistic, patient centered and collaborative approach to care, and I strive for that everyday. I consider myself a life long learner, and some of my greatest teachers are my patients. Additionally, I value the role as a preceptor and Senior Instructor for the many students I am able to spend time with, as well as share my love of geriatrics along the way. I feel incredibly fortunate to work in the Seniors Clinic and within the Division of Geriatric Medicine with so many phenomenal providers and educators.

School of Medicine

CU Anschutz

Fitzsimons Building

13001 East 17th Place

Campus Box C290

Aurora, CO 80045


303.724.5375