Noriko Watson is a fellowship-trained geriatric and palliative care physician with extensive experience across diverse clinical settings. Her passion for geriatrics is deeply personal, inspired by her mother’s roots in Okinawa, one of the world's "Blue Zones." As a proud UC Santa Cruz "banana slug", she am a dedicated advocate for diversity and inclusion. Outside of work, she loves spending time with her husband, their four wonderful children, and two dogs. Her busy home life has beautifully taught her to embrace patience and find joy in the messiness of family!