Jacob Walker, MD
Assistant Professor, Medicine-Geriatrics
Medical School
- MD, Boston University School of Medicine (2016)
Undergraduate School
- BS, Indiana University–Bloomington (IN) (2012)
Residency
- University of Colorado, Internal Medicine (2019)
Fellowships
- University of Chicago Program, Geriatric Medicine (2020)
Languages
EnglishDepartment
Medicine-GeriatricsProfessional Titles
- Assistant Professor
Research Interests
I have a unique background and training in both geriatric team-based care and HIV specialty care and currently practice both disciplines across multiple clinical settings. My research interests are focused on the integration of geriatric principles and tools into more traditional HIV care settings through an implementation science lens. Particular areas of research interest within HIV and aging include polypharmacy, dementia/HIV-associated neurocognitive disorder, and frailty.Publications
- Walker JA, Staab EM, Ridgway JP, Schmitt J, Franco MI, Hunter S, Motley D, Laiteerapong N. Patient Perspectives on Portal-Based Anxiety and Depression Screening in HIV Care: A Qualitative Study Using the Consolidated Framework for Implementation Research. Int J Environ Res Public Health. 2024 May 28;21(6). PubMed PMID: 38928937
- DuBose LE, Babcock MC, Kohrt WM, Stauffer BL, Hildreth KL, Walker J, Armstrong MK, Moreau KL. Gonadal status modulates large elastic artery stiffness in healthy middle-aged and older men. Geroscience. 2024 Aug 7. [Epub ahead of print] PubMed PMID: 39110324
- Davis AJ, Greene M, Walker J, Erlandson KM. Perspectives of people living with HIV age 50 and over regarding barriers and resources for care. AIDS Care. 2023 Apr;35(4):581-590. PubMed PMID: 36736330
- Beiting KJ, Huisingh-Scheetz M, Walker J, Graupner J, Martinchek M, Thompson K, Levine S, Gleason LJ. Management and outcomes of a COVID-19 outbreak in a nursing home with predominantly Black residents. J Am Geriatr Soc. 2021 May;69(5):1155-1165. PubMed PMID: 33739444
- Martinchek M, Beiting KJ, Walker J, Graupner J, Huisingh-Scheetz M, Thompson K, Gleason LJ, Levine S. Weight Loss in COVID-19-Positive Nursing Home Residents. J Am Med Dir Assoc. 2021 Feb;22(2):257-258. PubMed PMID: 33352194
- Collison M, Beiting KJ, Walker J, Huisingh-Scheetz M, Pisano J, Chia S, Marrs R, Landon E, Levine S, Gleason LJ. Three-Tiered COVID-19 Cohorting Strategy and Implications for Memory-Care. J Am Med Dir Assoc. 2020 Nov;21(11):1560-1562. PubMed PMID: 33138937
- Gleason LJ, Beiting KJ, Walker J, Shervani S, Graupner J, Mittal K, Lee KK, Schrantz S, Johnson D, Levine S, Thompson K. Using Telementoring to Share Best Practices on COVID-19 in Post-Acute and Long-Term Care Facilities. J Am Geriatr Soc. 2020 Nov;68(11):E58-E60. PubMed PMID: 32930390
- Liang JJ, Gardner IH, Walker JA, Safer JD. OBSERVED DEFICIENCIES IN MEDICAL STUDENT KNOWLEDGE OF TRANSGENDER AND INTERSEX HEALTH. Endocr Pract. 2017 Aug;23(8):897-906. PubMed PMID: 28534684
- Reddy D, Walker J, White LF, Brandeis GH, Russell ML, Horsburgh CR Jr, Hochberg NS. Latent Tuberculosis Infection Testing Practices in Long-Term Care Facilities, Boston, Massachusetts. J Am Geriatr Soc. 2017 Jun;65(6):1145-1151. PubMed PMID: 28467605
- Davis A, J Walker, M Greene, and K Erlandson. Perspectives of People Living with HIV Age 50 and Over Regarding Barriers and Resources for Care. In-Press. AIDS Care (CAIC). doi: 10.1080/09540121.2022.2162840
Practice Locations
UCHealth Seniors Clinic - Anschutz Medical Campus1635 Aurora Ct
5th Floor
Aurora, CO 80045
720-848-3400
UCHealth Infectious Disease Clinic - Anschutz Medical Campus
1635 Aurora Ct
7th Floor
Aurora, CO 80045
720-848-0191
UCHealth Lone Tree Medical Center
9548 Park Meadows Drive
Lone Tree, CO 80124
720-848-2200
Hospital Affiliation
- University of Colorado Hospital
Center Affiliations
Specialty Information
Specialties- Geriatric Medicine, Board Certification (2020)
- Internal Medicine, Board Certification (2019)
- HIV Specialist, Certificate (2020)
- Seniors' Health
- Primary Care
- Transgender Health for Adults
Clinical Interests
Dr. Walker is a geriatrician and HIV specialist with special focus on the care of older adults living with HIV. Other interests include care for transgender older adults, polypharmacy, multimorbidity, and dementia.
Care Philosophy
I seek to help my patients preserve and enhance physical and cognitive function across their lifespan through a combination of preventive care, non-medical interventions, and care coordination. I know that your time outside of the doctor's office is what matters most and strive to ensure that your medical care doesn't interfere with what's most important in your life.
Dr. Walker is a geriatrician and HIV specialist with special focus on the care of older adults living with HIV. Other interests include care for transgender older adults, polypharmacy, multimorbidity, and dementia.
Care Philosophy
I seek to help my patients preserve and enhance physical and cognitive function across their lifespan through a combination of preventive care, non-medical interventions, and care coordination. I know that your time outside of the doctor's office is what matters most and strive to ensure that your medical care doesn't interfere with what's most important in your life.