Podcasts about geriatric psychiatrist

This week's episode discusses depression in long-term care, including the importance of preventing major depression in post-acute and long-term care (PALTC) populations. The presentation will:Describe the assessment processShare evidence-based pharmacological and non-pharmacological interventions for treatment of major depression in PALTC populationsShare two clinical cases to enhance the learning processWe're joined by Abhilash Desai, MD, Geriatric Psychiatrist and Adjunct Associate Professor at the University of Washington School of Medicine. Related links: Watch Video RecordingDownload Presentation SlidesCJ Suicide Prevention CaseCornell Scale for Depression in DementiaColumbia-Suicide Severity Rating ScaleStanley-Brown Safety PlanSuicide PreventionCheck out our other interviews by visiting https://www.qualityinsights.org/ qin/multimedia This material was prepared by Quality Insights, a Quality Innovation Network - Quality Improvement Organization under contract with the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), an agency of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). Views expressed in this material do not necessarily reflect the official views or policy of CMS or HHS, and any reference to a specific product or entity herein does not constitute endorsement of that product or entity by CMS or HHS. Publication number 12SOW-QI-GEN-101724-CC-A

Welcome to Season 4 of Minding Memory, where we are welcoming a new co-host, Lauren Gerlach to the Minding Memory team. Lauren is a Geriatric Psychiatrist at the University of Michigan and a member of the CAPRA leadership team. In this episode, Lauren shares a little background on her research interests, what it's like to be a geriatric psychiatrist, and some lessons learned about using “uncool” emoticons or emojis when texting. The transcript for this episode can be found here.You can subscribe to Minding Memory on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Dr. Amita Patel, MD, CMD, MHA, CPE, a Geriatric Psychiatrist at Joint Township Memorial Hospital in Dayton, Ohio, shares her insights into what tardive dyskinesia is, its risk factors, and its impact on older adults and caregivers, highlighting the importance of early recognition and management of this frequently underdiagnosed movement disorder in the long-term care setting.Dr. Amita Patel, MD, CMD, MHA, CPE, is a Geriatric Psychiatrist at Joint Township Memorial Hospital in Dayton, Ohio.This podcast is an educational program sponsored and co-developed by Neurocrine Biosciences.Neurocrine Biosciences is a pioneering company with over 30 years of experience dedicated to discovering and developing life-changing treatments for neurological, neuroendocrine, and neuropsychiatric disorders. Learn more: https://www.neurocrine.com/Discover GAPNA: https://www.gapna.org/Production management by Anthony J. Jannetti, Inc., for the Gerontological Advanced Practice Nurses Association.Opening Music by:Optimistic / Inspirational by Mixaund | https://mixaund.bandcamp.com
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In this captivating episode of Taking Healthcare by Storm, delve into the world of expert insights as Quality Insights Medical Director Dr. Jean Storm engages in a thought-provoking and informative discussion with Abhilash Desai MD, Geriatric Psychiatrist.Ageism: Combating Common Myths Surrounding Aging podcast episode. If you have any topics or guests you'd like to see on future episodes, reach out to us on our website. This material was prepared by Quality Insights, a Quality Innovation Network-Quality Improvement Organization under contract with the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), an agency of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). Views expressed in this material do not necessarily reflect the official views or policy of CMS or HHS, and any reference to a specific product or entity herein does not constitute endorsement of that product or entity by CMS or HHS. Publication number 12SOW-QI-GEN-072624-GK

Dr. Pallavi Joshi, Geriatric Psychiatrist at Banner Alzheimer's Institute helps us better understand the connection between substance use and dementia in older adults. Sometimes considered a taboo topic, she breaks down the different types of substances that can increase one's chance of cognitive decline, gives us updated terms to better understand the topic, and how intervening early can change the trajectory of the outcome of substance use disorders.

Welcome to PsychEd, the psychiatry podcast for medical learners, by medical learners. In this episode, we'll explore a topic that we're sure many listeners are eager to learn about: The Assessment of Major Neurocognitive Disorder, also known as dementia with Dr. Lesley Wiesenfeld who is a Geriatric Psychiatrist and Psychiatrist-in-Chief at Mount Sinai Hospital in Toronto, where she leads the Geriatric Consult Liaison Psychiatry Service. She is also an Associate Professor in the Department of Psychiatry at the University of Toronto.   The learning objectives for this episode are as follows:   Define Major Neurocognitive Disorder (aka Dementia) as per DSM-5 diagnostic criteria Identify differential diagnoses for cognitive decline and list differentiating clinical features  Outline an approach to the assessment of a patient presenting with cognitive decline, including the role of a comprehensive history, psychometric tools and other investigations [ Relevant PMH/risk factors, ADLs/IADLs to cover on history, psychometric tools such as MMSE, MoCA and tie this back into major cognitive domains when to consider imaging, bloodwork including specialized testing such as ApoE genetic tests]  Classify the major subtypes of Neurocognitive Disorders, their epidemiology, and clinical presentations [ Vascular dementia, Alzheimer's, Frontotemporal, Lewy Body, Parkinson's,    Mixed dementia - Early onset dementia]   Guest: Dr. Lesley Wiesenfeld ( Lesley.Wiesenfeld@sinaihealthsystem.ca )   Hosts: Dr. Luke Fraccaro (PGY-3), Dr. Mark Fraccaro (PGY-4), Sena Gok (international medical graduate)   Audio editing by: Sena Gok   Show notes by: Sena Gok   Interview Content: Introduction: 0:13 Learning Objectives: 02:35 Diagnostic criteria of Major Neurocognitive Disorder: 03:20 Difference between Major and Mild Neurocognitive Disorder: 05:20 Red Flags of Cognitive Declines: 06:50 Normal Aging vs Major Neurocognitive Disorder: 10:00 Clinical Vignette – introduction: 11:35 Patient Assessment: 16:50 Past medical/family / Psychosocial history: 21:55 Clinical Vignette - Assessment: 37:45 Physical examination: 43:50 Investigations: 45:53 Role of genetic testing: 53:24 Clinical Vignette – Diagnosis: 57:50   References:   American Psychiatric Association. (2022). Neurocognitive Disorders. In Diagnostic and statistical manual of mental disorders (5th ed., text rev.).   Sadock, B. J., Sadock, V. A., Ruiz, P., & Kaplan, H. I. (2015). Neurocognitive Disorders. Kaplan and Sadock's Synopsis of Psychiatry (11th ed.). Wolters Kluwer   DSM-5-TR Fact Sheets (https://psychiatry.org/psychiatrists/practice/dsm/educational-resources/dsm-5-tr-fact-sheets )   Gauthier S, Patterson C, Chertkow H, Gordon M, Herrmann N, Rockwood K, Rosa-Neto P, Soucy JP. Recommendations of the 4th Canadian Consensus Conference on the Diagnosis and Treatment of Dementia (CCCDTD4). Can Geriatr J. 2012 Dec;15(4):120-6. doi: 10.5770/cgj.15.49. Epub 2012 Dec 4. PMID: 23259025; PMCID: PMC3516356.   Gauthier S, Chertkow H, Theriault J, Chayer C, Ménard MC, Lacombe G, Rosa-Neto P, Ismail Z. CCCDTD5: research diagnostic criteria for Alzheimer's Disease. Alzheimers Dement (N Y). 2020 Aug 25;6(1):e12036. doi: 10.1002/trc2.12036. Erratum in: Alzheimers Dement (N Y). 2022 Feb 03;6(1):e12088. PMID: 32864413; PMCID: PMC7446944. CPA Note: The views expressed in this podcast do not necessarily reflect those of the Canadian Psychiatric Association.   For more PsychEd, follow us on Twitter (@psychedpodcast), Facebook (PsychEd Podcast), and Instagram (@psyched.podcast). You can provide feedback by email at psychedpodcast@gmail.com. For more information, visit our website at psychedpodcast.org.

REPLAY FROM 8-21-2022 Our thorough discussion on Alzheimer's begins with Dr. Heather Whitson, Professor of Medicine and Opthamology and Director for the Duke Center for the Study of Aging and Human Development. Dr. Kim Johnson, Geriatric Psychiatrist at Duke and Division Chief of Memory Disorders in the Department of Neurology shares about the clinical side of the collaborative. And Dr. Gwenn Garden, Chair of Neurology at UNC gives the UNC perspective of the collaborative.

     Slam the Gavel welcomes Dr. Susan Ilkov-Moor to the show. She is a Geriatric Psychiatrist and also an alienated mother living in Kingston, Ontario, Canada.      Dr. Susan Ilkov-Moor graduated from medical school, residency and subspecialty training from Queens University and has been in practice since 2006. She is seen here in a picture with a yoga-instructor who recently passed at the age of 101 and had practiced 93 years of her life practicing yoga.     Primarily working with dementia she is also working with patients with Psychotic Depression. She has seen families witness a death of the soul when their loved one begins the stages of dementia. Early onset is at the age of 60, which is rare and the youngest case of dementia was the age of 29.      Dr. Susan looks at the patient's childhood trauma, PTSD and how they re-experience this as they go through cognitive impairment as well as family dynamics. Dr. Susan explained that patient's could only see their loved ones through the glass at the nursing home when the pandemic began and what the patients really need is hugs, the feeling of love.      Parental Alienation has touched her own life as well as the legal system and its failure. Family Court perpetuates the Mental Health industry, the Prison industry and the Self Help industry, a "cash cow Family Court Circus." We discussed how the trauma of alienation and PTSD and how this affects the hippocampus in the brain. Excellent discussion with Dr. Ilkov-Moor.To Reach Dr. Susan Ilkov-Moor:  Facebook     http://beentheregotout.com/https://monicaszymonik.mykajabi.com/Masterclass  USE CODE SLAM THE GAVEL PODCAST FOR 10% OFF THE COURSEFor 2022 PA Retreat: https://markdavidroseman.com/retreat-registration-form/     For more information, contact co-organizers:Maryann Petri at maryannpetri3@gmail.com Ann O'Keeffe Rodgers at okeefferodgers@gmail.com http://www.dismantlingfamilycourtcorruption.com/Music by: mictechmusic@yahoo.comSupport the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/maryannpetri)Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/maryannpetri)

Slam the Gavel welcomes Dr. Susan Ilk-Moor to the show. She is a Geriatric Psychiatrist and also an alienated mother living in Kingston (Napanee) Canada. Dr. Susan Ilkov-Moor graduated from medical school from Queens University and has been in practice since 2006. She is seen here in a picture with a yoga-instructor who recently passed at the age of 101 and had practiced 93 years of her life practicing yoga. Primarily working with dementia she is also working with patients with Psychotic Depression. She has seen families witness a death of the soul when their loved one begins an early onset of dementia. Early onset is at the age of 60, which is rare and the youngest case of dementia was the age of 29. Dr. Susan looks at the patient's childhood trauma, PTSD and how they re-experience this as they go through cognitive impairment as well as family dynamics. Dr. Susan explained that patient's could only see their loved ones through the glass at the nursing home when the pandemic began and what the patients really need is hugs, the feeling of love. Parental Alienation has touched her own life as well as the legal system and its failure. Family Court perpetuates the Mental Health industry, the Prison industry and the Self Help industry, a "cash cow Family Court Circus." We discussed how the trauma of alienation and PTSD and how this affects the hippocampus in the brain. Excellent discussion with Dr. Ilkov-Moor. To Reach Dr. Susan Ilkov-Moor: Facebook http://beentheregotout.com/ https://monicaszymonik.mykajabi.com/Masterclass USE CODE SLAM THE GAVEL PODCAST FOR 10% OFF THE COURSE For 2022 PA Retreat: https://markdavidroseman.com/retreat-registration-form/ For more information, contact co-organizers: Maryann Petri at maryannpetri3@gmail.com Ann O'Keeffe Rodgers at okeefferodgers@gmail.com http://www.dismantlingfamilycourtcorruption.com/ Music by: mictechmusic@yahoo.com Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/maryannpetri) Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/maryannpetri)

In this episode, we go into the remarkable career journey of Dr. Gary Gottlieb, who went from his practice as a Geriatric Psychiatrist to become a national healthcare leader as the former CEO of the Partners Healthcare System, the former President of Brigham and Women's Hospital, the former CEO of Partners in Health, and now an Executive Partner at Flare Capital serving on the boards of prominent healthcare startups. Join for an inspiring story of a journey through healthcare leadership, leading change in psychiatric care, a discussion on where academic health systems should watch out for disruption from the startup sector, and key lessons for trainees reflecting on a storied career in leadership. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/tdio/message

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Duke-UNC Alzheimer's Disease Research Collaborative. Our thorough discussion on Alzheimer's begins with Dr. Heather Whitson, Professor of Medicine and Opthamology and Director for the Duke Center for the Study of Aging and Human Development. Dr. Kim Johnson, Geriatric Psychiatrist at Duke and Division Chief of Memory Disorders in the Department of Neurology shares about the clinical side of the collaborative. And Dr. Gwenn Garden, Chair of Neurology at UNC gives the UNC perspective of the collaborative.

Since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, discrimination, verbal assaults, and physical violence against members of the AAPI community have skyrocketed, disproportionately harming vulnerable members of the community, including women, youth and elders. This racism takes its toll. Please join us to learn what you can do to help combat anti-Asian racism in everyday living and support the AAPI community. Topics will include: understanding the problem of racism; practical, actionable steps to disrupt racism and overcome unconscious biases; and ways to create a safe space to speak up against racism. NOTES MLF: Psychology SPEAKERS Dr. Tam Nguyen Ph.D., Clinical Psychologist; Director of Ambulatory and Addiction Care, Sutter Health Dr. Sarah Nguyen M.D., Assistant Clinical Professor of Psychiatry and Biobehavioral Sciences, University of California, Los Angeles; Associate Director, Integrative Psychiatry Clinic Dr. Jennifer Tran D.O., Family Medicine Doctor, Palo Alto Medical Foundation Dr. Uyen-Khanh Quang-Dang M.D., Geriatric Psychiatrist, Palo Alto Medical Foundation; Member, APA Foundation Board of Directors Dr. Patrick O'Reilly Ph.D., Clinical Psychologist; Chair, Psychology Member-Led Forum, The Commonwealth Club of California—Moderator In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, we are currently hosting all of our live programming via YouTube live stream. This program was recorded via video conference on August 5th, 2021 by the Commonwealth Club of California. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, discrimination, verbal assaults, and physical violence against members of the AAPI community have skyrocketed, disproportionately harming vulnerable members of the community, including women, youth and elders. This racism takes its toll. Please join us to learn what you can do to help combat anti-Asian racism in everyday living and support the AAPI community. Topics will include: understanding the problem of racism; practical, actionable steps to disrupt racism and overcome unconscious biases; and ways to create a safe space to speak up against racism. NOTES MLF: Psychology SPEAKERS Dr. Tam Nguyen Ph.D., Clinical Psychologist; Director of Ambulatory and Addiction Care, Sutter Health Dr. Sarah Nguyen M.D., Assistant Clinical Professor of Psychiatry and Biobehavioral Sciences, University of California, Los Angeles; Associate Director, Integrative Psychiatry Clinic Dr. Jennifer Tran D.O., Family Medicine Doctor, Palo Alto Medical Foundation Dr. Uyen-Khanh Quang-Dang M.D., Geriatric Psychiatrist, Palo Alto Medical Foundation; Member, APA Foundation Board of Directors Dr. Patrick O'Reilly Ph.D., Clinical Psychologist; Chair, Psychology Member-Led Forum, The Commonwealth Club of California—Moderator In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, we are currently hosting all of our live programming via YouTube live stream. This program was recorded via video conference on August 5th, 2021 by the Commonwealth Club of California. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duke-UNC Alzheimer's Disease Research Collaborative. Our thorough discussion on Alzheimer's begins with Dr. Heather Whitson, Professor of Medicine and Opthamology and Director for the Duke Center for the Study of Aging and Human Development. Dr. Kim Johnson, Geriatric Psychiatrist at Duke and Division Chief of Memory Disorders in the Department of Neurology shares about the clinical side of the collaborative. And Dr. Gwenn Garden, Chair of Neurology at UNC gives the UNC perspective of the collaborative.

Our panelists are experts in elder care and specialists in cannabinoid medicine with first hand experience on the frontlines in California's North Bay Area. We love that they're always sharing their knowledge at medical symposia, events, webinars and podcasts Zoom. Joining us on the panel to talk about anxiety and depression are Dr. Phillip Grob, Geriatric Psychiatrist with 28 years experience. He's a member of the Society of Cannabis Clinicians with an extensive practice in the Santa Rosa/Sacramento Area. Geriatric NP & Pres. of the ACNA, Eloise Theisen, who founded Radicle Health in California's North Bay Area, and is the Chief Nursing Officer at Leaf411, the first free national cannabis-trained nurse hotline. AND Health & Wellness Director for The Lodge at Fountaingrove and The Terraces memory care, frontliner in the trenches, Marissa Goldman, LVN We're thrilled to have you all here today, let's get into it: DC: Anxiety and depression are among the most common mental health complaints in the US. According to the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI), more than 6.5 million older Americans are dealing with depression on some level. In the United States alone, the average rate of depression or anxiety since the start of COVID-19 is over 32%. Isolation depression remains a serious concern for seniors; particularly those living with dementia in care facilities, which are being hit hard by COVID. The Alzheimer's Association reports excess deaths in PLWD not related to the virus itself, but from the changes designed to protect them, that are increasing loneliness, depression, anxiety, isolation and unprecedented stress. Going through the coronavirus pandemic has been a really challenging time for everyone in the world, but it's fair to say, especially hard for our isolated elderly and their care partners. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/cannabishelpsdementia/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/cannabishelpsdementia/support

About The Episode The Mavericks sit down with Dr. Evan Plys, Geriatric Psychologist and Researcher, and Dr. Karina Drake , Geriatric Psychiatrist, both of UC Health Anschutz to discuss the importance of mental health for older adults. The Mavericks dive deep into the importance of supporting our older adults mental health. Dr. Plys and Dr. Drake will provide excellent information around the benefits of a specialty provider trained in geriatric psychiatry/psychology. Sponsored By Serenity Engage is a HIPAA-compliant conversation platform that increases move-ins, streamlines communications, and reduces risk for senior care providers. And because better communication means less litigation, ask us how to get a 10% insurance premium discount for using Serenity. Learn more at www.serenityengage.com. Ready to get your Mvericks coffee mug? Share with us what your favorite idea from either this conversation or your own ideas and experience about how we can support our older population right now. Email or post the answer on our social media and your Mavericks coffee mug will be in the mail. If you like this episode, please subscribe! Tell us what you think, and what you'd like to see changed in senior care.

Episode 74 of the #MindVine Podcast features Dr. Amer Burhan, Geriatric Psychiatrist and Physician in Chief at Ontario Shores discussing Alzheimer's Awareness Month as well as other issues related to the treatment of #dementia. This #MindVine podcast is hosted by Darryl Mathers (@DarrylMathers) and Chris Bovie (@chrisbovie1).

Drs Joanne Ho and Sophiya Benjamin — Co-Executive Directors of GeriMedRisk, an online consultation platform for healthcare providers to access timely and specialized information that supports their patients’ needs — join the show today to talk about their platform, the way it has been working to promote quality, evidence-based, unbiased information on prescribing for older adults and enabling better access to specialists.   Tune in for this discussion on the new and exciting developments in clinical pharmacology and geriatric psychiatry. We’re all aging, and everyone’s talking about it!   Key Takeaways [:40] Jenna introduces today’s guests, Drs. Joanne Ho and Sophiya Benjamin. Dr. Ho talks about what brought her to the Geriatrics field and how she and Dr. Benjamin met as well as how and why they started with GeriMedRisk. [7:50] Because of the interdisciplinary nature of GeriMedRisk, a typical week will look different depending on your specialty. Dr. Benjamin shares what the consultation process looks like. [11:31] Dr. Ho shares her clinical-pharmacologist perspective on the type of day GeriMedRisk implies. She also touches on their weekly practice of a pharmacological review of a medication as it applies to older adults, which enables the teams to stay at the forefront of pharmacological learning. [14:23] The educational initiatives put forth by GeriMedRisk began with a needs assessment which highlighted a pressing demand for high-quality, evidence-based, bias-free information about how to prescribe safely to older adults. Dr. Ho also speaks to the other initiatives, including training graduate physicians. [20:40] Medications can be quite complex and Dr. Jennifer Tung — co-founder and team member at GeriMedRisk — came up with the idea of infographics! [23:03] How has COVID-19 impacted online platforms? Dr. Benjamin talks about how the pandemic has underscored the existing inequities in terms of access to specialists and the way GeriMedRisk was already trying to palliate this issue from the onset. [27:44] Dr. Ho touches on the greater risks of complications from COVID-19 in older adults and the information gathering work GeriMedRisks has been doing to minimize the adverse effects of certain medications in the context of pandemic prescribing. [33:01] Dr. Benjamin talks about how the pandemic has impacted the GeriMedRisks team and processes as well as their thoughts on expansion, especially in long-term care where the need is pressing. [38:04] Drs. Ho and Benjamin share their hope for GeriMedRisks for the future. [41:32] Jenna thanks Dr. Joanne Ho and Dr. Sophiya Benjamin for coming on the podcast. Until next time, subscribe, rate, and share! If you enjoyed today’s episode, make sure to subscribe, rate us, and visit our website at agewell-nih-appta.ca/mileage-podcast for more information.   Mentioned in this episode The MileAGE Podcast GeriMedRisk — for clinicians IGeriCare — for caregivers and patients   More about your hosts Jenna Roddick at APPTA Jenna Roddick on Twitter Jenna Roddick on LinkedIn   More about today’s guests Dr. Joanne Ho is a Geriatric Clinical Pharmacologist and Assistant Professor in the Department of Medicine DIvisions of Geriatric Medicine and Clinical Pharmacology of McMaster University. She is also a Schlegel Clinical research scientist with the Research Institute for Aging in Kitchener Ontario. Find out more about Dr. Joanne Ho at McMaster University Dr. Sophiya Benjamin is a Geriatric Psychiatrist and Associate Clinical Professor in the Department of Clinical Psychiatry and Behavioral Neurosciences at McMaster University as well as co-medical Director at Provincial Geriatric Leadership Office. Find out more about Dr. Sophiya Benjamin at McMaster University

Olivia Zurek was a star for the Bobcats on the Alumni Gym court in both volleyball and basketball during her time in Lewiston. In volleyball, she helped lead the Bobcats to three 20-win seasons, including a 26-9 overall record in 2003, culminating in a run to the NESCAC tournament championship match. After earning second team All-NESCAC recognition in 2003, Zurek led the conference in kills per set as a senior, receiving first team All-NESCAC honors. On the basketball court, Zurek was even better, earning All-NESCAC honors three times, culminating in a senior season that saw Bates advance to the Sweet 16 of the NCAA tournament and Zurek earn first team All-American honors. The third-leading scorer and second-leading rebounder in Bates women's basketball history, Zurek is now a Geriatric Psychiatrist at Massachusetts General Hospital. Today, she joins the Bobcast to look back on her time as a Bobcat.

Geriatric psychiatry is critically important to the managed care of the elderly.  But, there is a serious shortage of specialized doctors who deliver this type of care, and that shortage is a big concern for the mental health of a large aging population.  Not a happy topic but a very important one - because everyone, G-d willing, gets old. 

On my mom's journey through dementia, we were forced to look outside-the-box for solutions to her extremely agitated behavior and crippling anxiety. We learned there was going to be a Medical Cannabis Symposium in Northern California called “Cannabis as Medicine, Changing the Face of Aging” produced by Home Instead Senior Services, Sonoma County and Hospice services of St. Joseph's Hospital. Two “traditional organizations” that are working within the U.S. allopathic medical system to amplify the message that cannabis helps dementia. Tricky business when the best medicine for many conditions near the end of life remains on the Controlled Substances Act Schedule I of Drugs, making cannabis inaccessible in any Federally funded institutions like Nursing Homes, VA Facilities, and hospitals. The designation of “Schedule I of Drugs” refers to “drugs with no currently accepted medical use and a high potential for abuse. Some examples of Schedule I drugs are: heroin, lysergic acid diethylamide (LSD), marijuana (cannabis), 3,4-methylenedioxymethamphetamine (ecstasy), methaqualone, and peyote.” Despite cannabis medicine being legal in more than 2/3rds of U.S. States, in order for people living with dementia to get some relief today, we need to get cannabis de-scheduled, and open up the Schedule I of Drugs for research. Contact your Senators, Representatives and the President to let them know that you want to de-schedule cannabis and open up the Schedule I for research at the very least. Do you want to tell your story of how Cannabis Helps Dementia? Leave a voice message at Anchor.FM/cannabishelpsdementia. Drop us a note or connect with us on the socials. Subscribe to get notifications when new episodes drop. Check out the Society of Cannabis Clinicians website and find real medical professionals familiar with cannabis medicine in your area like, Dr. Grob - cuz, you remember, we're not doctors...just family caregivers turned advocates. And, don't forget! Download, like and share what you learned. Cannabis Helps Dementia. We hope you're inspired by EP4 with Dr. Phillip Grob! In Solidarity, Chela & Dave www.cannabishelpsdementia.com THANK YOU! Dr. Phillip Grob Home Instead Senior LIving Sonoma County Hospice Services of St. Joseph's Hospital Anchor.fm Society of Cannabis Clinicians Original Music by Doug Goodwin “Try Something That's New” ...and thank you Mom , my greatest teacher. Cannabis, concussion, and chronic pain: An ongoing retrospective analysis at Dent Neurologic Institute in Buffalo, NY “$9 million donation earmarked for cannabis research” The Harvard Gazette "Antipsychotic use in dementia: a systematic review of benefits and risks from meta-analyses" --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/cannabishelpsdementia/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/cannabishelpsdementia/support

COVID-19 Special Series This episode continues our conversation with Art Walaszek, MD, focusing on the psychological and behavioral effects of the COVID-19 pandemic. Our guest helps us understand the fears and anxieties that are heightened during this time and recommendations to help best handle the increased stress. Guest: Art Walaszek, MD, Geriatric Psychiatrist, University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health Episode Topics: How do we handle our own fear during the pandemic? 6:00 What can you do to calm stress and anxiety before bed? 14:45 Do you have any specific recommendations for individuals with cognitive impairment or their caretakers facing increased anxiety? 23:51 Show Notes:  All of the important issues happening right now cannot be fully covered, so we strongly encourage you to go to trusted sources for specific information, such as the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, your state and local health department websites, and the Alzheimer's Association. You can also find resources on our website and that of the Wisconsin Alzheimer's Institute. For other interesting and important stories on the COVID-19 pandemic, I would recommend my colleague at UW Health Jonathan Kohler, MD, of the Surgery Sett podcast who has a special series called "The Frontlines of COVID."

COVID-19 Special Series This episode begins our pivot to addressing the important issues facing individuals during the current COVID-19 pandemic. We will speak to researchers and doctors discussing the present and future impact of the pandemic on those with cognitive impairment and those without. We are starting with a two-part series on the psychological and behavioral consequences of the pandemic. Our guest, Art Walaszek, MD, speaks on the effects of social distancing and how individuals or caregivers can stay healthy during this time. Guest: Art Walaszek, MD, Geriatric Psychiatrist, University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health Episode Topics: Does social distancing negatively affect you? 5:00 How does this affect individuals with cognitive impairment or their caregivers? 11:00 What can we all do to prevent any negative effects from social distancing? 15:30 Show Notes:  All of the important issues happening right now cannot be fully covered, so we strongly encourage you to go to trusted sources for specific information, such as the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, your state and local health department websites, and the Alzheimer's Association. You can also find resources on our website and that of the Wisconsin Alzheimer's Institute. For other interesting and important stories on the COVID-19 pandemic, I would recommend my colleague at UW Health Jonathan Kohler, MD, of the Surgery Sett podcast who has a special series called "The Frontlines of COVID."

Teruki Nakano works as a Geriatric Psychiatrist and Yoko Nakano is an anesthesiologist. They are both yoga teachers and the founders of Medcare Yoga. They translated Jivana Heyman's Accessible Yoga course into Japanese, and it is their mission to bring accessible yoga to Japan. 25% of Japan's population is over the age of 60, and that figure is growing, so bringing a form of yoga to an increasingly aging population is very important in my opinion! In this episode we learn about Teruki and Yoko's backgrounds and how though skeptical at first, Teruki noticed that yoga was helping with Yoko's health issues. After doing his own research, Teruki realised the many benefits of yoga, and encouraged Yoko to become a Yoga teacher before doing so himself! We hear how Teruki was becoming burnt out in his career as a surgeon, and how a life-changing event - the Fukushima earthquake made him realise that medicine was his calling. Finally, we learn Teruki and Yoko's mission to bring Accessible Yoga to Japan, and some of the unique challenges that yoga teachers face in Japan. Links Medcare Yoga: https://medcareyoga.com/en/ Accessible Yoga: http://accessibleyoga.org/ Accessible Yoga Book Giveaway: https://www.facebook.com/flowartistspodcast/photos/a.1599824873441010/2589033167853504/ Fire Yoga Workshops with Tim Seutter: https://www.gardenofyoga.com.au/workshops/yoga-fire-workshops/ Buy the book Accessible Yoga! Book Depository (free shipping): https://www.bookdepository.com/Accessible-Yoga/9781611807127 Waterstones (UK): https://www.waterstones.com/book/accessible-yoga/jivana-heyman/9781611807127 Amazon Australia: https://www.amazon.com.au/Accessible-Yoga-Poses-Practices-Every/dp/1611807123/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=accessible+yoga&qid=1571080722&s=books&sr=1-1

Dr. Helen Lavretsky, a Geriatric Psychiatrist and researcher at UCLA shares the how caregivers & elders can reduce stress, anxiety & depression using tai chi, yoga and meditation. Visit www.homestretch101.com for more.

Excerpted from a May 2019 webinar, these podcasts discuss common substance use disorders (SUD)among dually eligible older adults, identify promising practices for screening, treatment, and care coordination, and demonstrate practical strategies for meeting the needs of older adults with SUDs. Speakers, including a consumer with lived experience, will share lessons learned and strategies to provide effective care for dually eligible older adults with SUDs.

Excerpted from a May 2019 webinar, these podcasts discuss common substance use disorders (SUD)among dually eligible older adults, identify promising practices for screening, treatment, and care coordination, and demonstrate practical strategies for meeting the needs of older adults with SUDs. Speakers, including a consumer with lived experience, will share lessons learned and strategies to provide effective care for dually eligible older adults with SUDs.

Lori La Bey talks with Karen Severson a Geriatric Psychiatrist with over 20 years experience working in hospitals and nursing homes. Karen will share what she has learned from working in those settings and how to improve the end of life care for those dealing with all forms of neuro-cognitive illnesses. Karen will also talk to us about her book, “Look I Shrunk Grandma – A Psychiatrist guide to Nursing Homes, Dementia and End of Life.”  Contact Karen Severson at: Phone at:  Clarity Health Solutions 561-781-3333 Email:  karenseversonmd@comcast.net Additional Resources atAlzheimer's Speaks Dementia Chats Keynotes/Training     

Naila Azhar - A Geriatric Psychiatrist Perspective by Resources For Integrated Care

This week, we continue our conversation with Dr. Art Walaszek discussing the behavioral and psychological symptoms of dementia (BPSD). In this episode, he speaks about hallucinations and delusions and what caregivers can do to help. Guest: Dr. Art Walaszek, Geriatric Psychiatrist, University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health

Dr. Art Walaszek joins us for a two-part series discussing the mental health and behavioral changes family members and caregivers may see in people with dementia. In this first part, he delves into the relationship between depression and dementia, as well as tips and advice for caregivers. Guest: Dr. Art Walaszek, Geriatric Psychiatrist, University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health

Episode 49 of the #MindVine Podcast features news, views and interviews related to #mental health, #mental illness and #recovery. In this episode, we have two special guests from Ontario Shores in Andra Duff-Woskosky, Director of the Geriatric Program, and Dr. Robyn Waxman, Geriatric Psychiatrist. The two discuss Health Quality Ontario's Quality Standards for the Behavioural Symptoms of Dementia and how it was implemented at Ontario Shores. This episode of the #MindVine Podcast is hosted by Communications team members Darryl Mathers (@DarrylMathers) and Chris Bovie (@ChrisBovie1).

These podcasts, excerpted from an August 2018 webinar, discuss common behavioral health conditions and related challenges among dually eligible older adults, identify best practices for treatment options and care coordination, and demonstrate practical strategies for meeting beneficiary needs. Speakers, including a family caregiver, discuss firsthand experiences, lessons learned, and strategies to coordinate care for dually eligible older adults across diverse settings.

Karen Severson, M.D., has spent the last twenty years as a Geriatric Psychiatrist wandering the halls of those dreaded destinations called nursing homes. She became mentally exhausted from watching people with Alzheimer's disease decline and suffer. She wrote about the unnecessary suffering caused by doctors, nurses, and families who are on totally different pages regarding end-of-life issues. She realized doctors tend to avoid these conversations and families can remain in extended denial of dementia. This book is intended to help families understand dementia and its associated behaviors in a down to earth manner. Dr. Severson uses a great deal of humor as not to scare people from the subject. She also discusses several other important issues, but mainly how we can better allow families to learn to let go of those with end-stage illness. Dr. Severson hopes to prevent unnecessary and potentially harmful medical interventions as well as allow more geriatric patients to die in peace.

Summary Geriatric depression got you down? Boost your spirits with tips and tactics from Geriatric Psychiatrist, Dennis Popeo MD, Clinical Associate Professor of Psychiatry at NYU Langone Medical Center. Topics include: suicide in the older adults; how to diagnosis depression in older adults; how to counsel patients about antidepressants, how to choose an antidepressant, how to monitor and titrate medications, and how long to continue therapy. Stay tuned for part two of our discussion with Dr Popeo on managing sleep and behavioral problems in older adult patients with dementia. Full show notes available at http://thecurbsiders.com/podcast. Join our mailing list and receive a PDF copy of our show notes every Monday. Rate us on iTunes, recommend a guest or topic and give feedback at thecurbsiders@gmail.com. Credits Written & Produced by: Jordana Kozupsky NP, Matthew Watto MD Artwork by: Kate Grant MD Hosts: Jordana Kozupsky NP, Matthew Watto MD Editor: Matthew Watto MD Guest: Dennis Popeo, MD Time Stamps 00:00 A question for you, the listeners 01:12 Disclaimer, intro and guest bio 05:00 Getting to know our guest, recommendations for reading, and career advice 14:13 Case of geriatric depression; effective history taking; recognizing associated symptoms; depression scales 19:03 Suicide in older adults; firearm safety 24:26 Choice of therapy; Pharmacologic agents; Counseling patients and managing expectations; Dose titration and tracking symptoms 34:41 Augmenting therapy versus cross-titration to another agent; When is it okay to stop an antidepressant 40:50 Take home points 44:40 Outro Tags: psychiatry, psych, geri, geriatrics, depression, mdd, sleep, insomnia, appetite, agitation, suicide, SSRIs, side, effects, therapy, diagnosis, serotonin, mirtazapine, bupropion, assistant, care, doctor, education, family, FOAM, FOAMim, FOAMed, health, hospitalist, hospital, internal, internist, meded, medical, medicine, nurse, practitioner, professional, primary, physician, resident, student

There is a lot of discussion about the right to die. Although most of these have to do with Physician Assisted Death (PAD). What about in those who are not dying but express a dire to end their lives in the absence of a diagnosable mental illness? Do they have the same right? Well, on today's podcast we are going to step into this tricky topic with our guest, Dr. Meera Balasubramaniam, a Geriatric Psychiatrist from NYU. Meera wrote a paper for JAGS titled "Rational Suicide in Elderly Adults: A Clinician's Perspective". We talk with Meera about her article, including how she would define rational suicide, how can we help best explore these thoughts that patients consider rational, and how society and baby boomers are changing the way we think about this. We also dive into some other interesting topics include agism. I really love this quote from Meera, so I'll post it here, but for the full transcript read below or listen to the podcast: Ageism is a very interesting and distinct concept. It's fear of growing old or fear of being in that state. It's so distinct from something like racism or sexism. If a person is racist about a certain other race, it's less likely that they are going to be part of the other race that they are having negative connotations about. Similarly, if you are sexist, it's less likely less likely that you are going to belong to the other gender. When it comes to age, it's quite fascinating that most of us are actually going to get to that stage that we're being ageist about. What it is about growing old and about being down in the future that scares most of us has been sort of the crux of part of my work from a society perspective.

Lama Bazzi, MD

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Is your loved one feeling gloomy or sad?Is it happening more often? Are you worried that it could lead to depression?More and more, caregivers are reporting that their loved ones are falling into a state of depression. What can we do?Talk to an expert!An expert like Doctor Michael Solloway, a Geriatric Psychiatrist with Baptist Behavioral Health and AgeWell Center for Senior Health. He is my special guest on this Podcast of Toula’s Tips For Caregivers.No. Depression is not normal in seniors, but it is more common than you would expect. There are signs that you, as the caregiver, should know. Dr. Solloway will explain. He even has some “Toula’s Tips” to offer to you and other caregivers.Blessings,Toula

Is your loved one feeling gloomy or sad?Is it happening more often? Are you worried that it could lead to depression?More and more, caregivers are reporting that their loved ones are falling into a state of depression. What can we do?Talk to an expert!An expert like Doctor Michael Solloway, a Geriatric Psychiatrist with Baptist Behavioral Health and AgeWell Center for Senior Health. He is my special guest on this Podcast of Toula’s Tips For Caregivers.No. Depression is not normal in seniors, but it is more common than you would expect. There are signs that you, as the caregiver, should know. Dr. Solloway will explain. He even has some “Toula’s Tips” to offer to you and other caregivers.Blessings,Toula

Dr. Doug Wornell, Geriatric Psychiatrist is the Author of "Wandering Explorers - A Practical Dementia for Families and Caregivers" This show will offer you a great opportunity to call in and ask Dr. Wornell a question. Below is a peak at Dr. Wornell's philosophy- “Wandering Explorers” is a term Dr.Wornell, uses for those with moderate to severe dementia. It suggests a cognitive limitation and yet notes a purpose in behavior and activity. As with children, we have a responsibility to see that these “Explorers” are as content and healthy as possible. Dementia care requires no less sensitivity or sophistication of care than that in the management of children. After acceptance, we can find other important ways to manage patients with dementia. Some of these are minimizing medication, maximizing appropriate social stimulation, and continuously being prepared for change.Support this Show: https://alzheimersspeaks.com/donate-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr. Doug Wornell, Geriatric Psychiatrist is the Author of "Wandering Explorers - A Practical Dementia for Families and Caregivers" This show will offer you a great opportunity to call in and ask Dr. Wornell a question. Below is a peak at Dr. Wornell's philosophy- “Wandering Explorers” is a term Dr.Wornell, uses for those with moderate to severe dementia. It suggests a cognitive limitation and yet notes a purpose in behavior and activity. As with children, we have a responsibility to see that these “Explorers” are as content and healthy as possible. Dementia care requires no less sensitivity or sophistication of care than that in the management of children. After acceptance, we can find other important ways to manage patients with dementia. Some of  these are minimizing medication, maximizing appropriate social stimulation, and continuously being prepared for change.Support this Show: https://alzheimersspeaks.com/donate-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.