Dr. Arielle Berger

Services

How I Can Help

Dr. Berger's work spans clinical medicine, medical education, group counseling, and community consulting — each rooted in the conviction that aging deserves to be met with depth, dignity, and care.

Clinical Medicine

Geriatric Medicine

Dr. Berger provides geriatric medicine consultation services to inpatients at Toronto Grace Health Centre as well as comprehensive outpatient geriatric assessments in clinic. The Outpatient Geriatric Medicine Clinic is located on the main floor at Toronto Grace, 650 Church Street (at Bloor and Church, steps from Bloor/Yonge subway).

  • Comprehensive geriatric assessment
  • Evaluation of cognitive impairment and memory concerns
  • Assessment of falls, frailty, and functional decline
  • Polypharmacy review and multi-morbidity management
  • In-person and virtual appointments available
  • No catchment area restrictions — accepting referrals across Toronto

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Education

Medical Education & Training

As an assistant professor in the Department of Medicine at the University of Toronto, Dr. Berger teaches communication and professionalism skills to doctors in training and in practice. She believes that how physicians learn to speak with — and truly listen to — older patients is as important as any clinical skill.

  • Communication skills for physicians working with older adults
  • Professionalism and ethics in geriatric care
  • Workshops and seminars for medical trainees and practitioners
  • Curriculum development in medicine education

For medical schools, residency programs, and healthcare institutions

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Group Counseling

Wise Aging - Group Counseling

Wise Aging groups developed out of the powerful book, Wise Aging: Living with Joy, Resilience and Spirit, by Rabbi Rachel Cowen and Dr. Linda Thal. Using the book as a guide, Dr. Berger leads participants through a process of self-discovery and appreciation of older age. Over a series of 6-8 sessions, participants learn to appreciate the opportunities that come with aging, learn skills to manage stress, and build connection with others.

  • Group counseling sessions rooted in Jewish wisdom on aging
  • Spiritual guidance for individuals navigating later life
  • Service covered by OHIP
  • Text study and reflection on meaning, purpose, and legacy

For individuals, organizations, and Jewish community groups in Toronto

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Community Consulting

Age-Friendly Community Consulting

Dr. Berger led the research team consulting for UJA Federation of Greater Toronto to better understand the aging landscape for Jewish older adults in Toronto and to develop their first comprehensive aging strategy.  Dr. Berger is well positioned to consult with synagogues, healthcare organizations, and community groups to help them become genuinely age-friendly — not just in their physical spaces, but in their culture, programming, and sense of who belongs.

  • Assessment of organizational culture and age-friendliness
  • Program development for older adult engagement
  • Staff and volunteer training on aging and spiritual wellbeing
  • Strategic consulting for synagogues and Jewish community organizations

For synagogues, community centres, and healthcare organizations

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Interested in working together?

Whether you're a healthcare institution, a community organization, or a professional looking to collaborate — I'd welcome the conversation.