VeriGeri

🌟 Celebrate with us! We're marking our 20th episode with a special reintroduction. Join us as we reflect on our journey to geriatrics, share personal stories, and ask each other deep questions we never asked for. We'll talk about our inspiration and quick takes in geriatrics, review fave VeriGeri episodes and share what it's like to be a new attending in geriatrics. Discover our aspirations, from...

Ope, we're back! Sorry for our lil hiatus as Patty was getting used to her new job. Well guess what? We did NOT hold back this episode. We talked with Geriatrician Dr. Emily Morgan on when to assess and communication tips, Occupational Therapist/certified driving rehab specialist Marisa Palandri for a backseat look on how driving rehab sessions work, and Social Worker Tessa Garcia McEwen on more c...

In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Ellie Fishbein, AKA @Geriatricsinreallife / Survivor extraodinaire / Improv extraodinaire / TikTok/Insta famous geriatrician to talk about loneliness and what to practically do about it. Oh, and we toss in a teensy Mad Lib.  Guest Bio: Dr. Ellie Fishbein is an Assistant Professor of Medicine in Geriatrics at Washington University School of Medicine. She earned...

While our episodes are usually clinician-facing, our series of "Dear Patients and Families" are also patient-facing! This is the second episode in this series. Our first episode was #11: Dear Patients and Families: How to Navigate Dementia During the Holidays. This episode looks at how to proactively take steps to plan and save money when a diagnosis of dementia is given. No matter what age we are...

WAIT! This is part 2 of non-cancer inpatient pain management in older adults (Part 1 is episode #15 with Dr. Thomas Chen, who talks about the pharmacology/theory of pain medications in older adults - check it out first!). In this episode, we jump into it - GeriPal physician Dr. James Brehany will focus on APPLICATION of foundational concepts. Spoiler alert - we will delve into a case of gabapentin...

Tramadol, cyclobenzaprine, gabapentin, NSAIDs, oh my!  This episode of focuses on pain management in older adults, specifically  pharmacological management of non-cancer related   acute inpatient pain. This is part 1 of a two-part series. Part 2 will focus on application of pain management with opioids such as buprenorphine, oxycodone, and dilaudid in older adults.  We're joined by Dr. Thomas Chen...

We hauled a big sign around to capture willing victims. Listen in to see what we got!

WHOOOOA! This is a SERIOUSLY SERIOUS EPISODE with powerhouses! In this episode of the VeriGeri podcast, we dive into the framework and nuances of serious illness conversations. Dr. Paige Barker, Dr. Karen Bullock, and Dr. Carine Davila cover the bread and butter of essentials in serious illness conversations but also take us through how to center on the patient with their individual experiences. W...

Just because people are aging doesn't mean they stop wanting or needing intimacy. In this episode, we dive into the often-overlooked topic of sexuality in older adults. Many healthcare providers hesitate to discuss sexual health with aging patients, often assuming they are no longer interested in sex. However, intimacy remains a crucial aspect of overall well-being. Our guests, Dr. Darlene Moyer a...

In this special holiday episode, hosts Patty, Sam, and Megan, along with guest Tessa Garcia McEwen, discuss the challenges and strategies for caregivers and families of older adults with dementia during the holiday season. Tessa, a licensed clinical social worker with extensive experience in dementia care, shares valuable advice on modifications to holiday traditions, travel tips, and effective co...

In this episode, we're lucky to have Josh Sevier, an audiologist who delves into his personal journey from being a trauma medic to an audiologist and shares valuable insights on hearing loss, its diagnosis, treatment options, and its broader health impacts. He shares about the evaluation process, recommendations for hearing aids, cochlear implants, and tips for communication strategies. We're prou...

WELCOME TO SEASON 2!!!! This episode we're going a little bit back and going over the diagnosis and prognosis of dementia (see episode 7 for  management of dementia). Does it take just a test score? A hunch? Probably not, but we'll go through the details. Our superstar guest is Dr. Sing Palat, MD (bio below), and our guest host is Andrew Dang, MD, a primary care physician. Don't forget to follow u...

Elder abuse...who you gonna call???????? ADULT PROTECTIVE SERVICES IN YOUR STATE! Think you know what to do, how to report, and when to report? Think again! For no specific reason, we have tea time with Annie Vernon-Cwik, LCSW, ASW-G, to discuss.  State specific reporting contacts Show Notes: https://verigeripodcast.com/show-notes   Reference to episode 2 on dispo, safety, and independence in the...

Gurus: Erin Zahradnik, MD, Carrie Jackson Hosts: Patty Lee, MD, Sam Ing, MD Guest Host: Marissa Korte, MD A patient and family member come in stressed because of wandering/paranoia at home, and they need help! Time is ticking. What do you say? What are nonpharmacological interventions anyway? Does it live up to its character count? When and how do you use antipsychotics? What about THC? Also, some...

What is hospice? What is inpatient hospice? What happens when you press "discharge to hospice"? What are some pearls and pitfalls of communicating about hospice? Find out in this episode as Dr. Khan addresses misconceptions, myths, pearls and pitfalls, settings, a case of anoxic brain injury, and concepts on end of life management. 1:39 Introduction to the Guru 4:23 Origins of hospice 7:19 Taboos...

Ever toss and turn after a goals of care meeting? Wondered when to consult ethics and palliative care? Had moral distress before, during, or after a family meeting in the dead of night after missing a meal and back-to-back pages? Have we got an episode for you! Join us as Dr. Mark Watson, a palliative care, hospice, and ethics expert, goes through the differences between a surrogate and a healthca...

In this episode, we delve into the complexities of managing feeding difficulties in patients with advanced dementia. Dr. Kostas, a seasoned clinician in geriatric medicine, shares insights and strategies for counseling patients and families facing these challenging situations. Then, we'll turn to Dr. Kochar, a gastroenterologist with extensive experience in procedural medicine with a unique geriat...

Diarrhea. Abdominal pain. Weight loss. Patient might not be able to tolerate colonoscopy. What do you do?! Join us and Dr. Kochar as we go through the bread and butter of diarrhea and IBD and the "beyond" of an intersection between Geriatrics and GI.  Check out the show notes for more nuggets of wisdom and quick links & references: https://verigeripodcast.com/show-notes/f/diarrhea-and-inflammatory...

"They can't live alone at home." "What's the discharge plan???" Ever meet the conundrum of providing the "right" support of an older adult at home trying to balance independence and safety? We speak with one of our star social workers, Annie Cwik-Vernon, LCSW, Advanced Social Worker in Gerontology (ASW-G), as she walks us through a difficult clinical situation, navigates different levels of care,...

Which medications should I stop to prevent my patient' falls? What's the deal with Vitamin D and falls? And what matters most to Geriatricians? On this, the FIRST episode of VeriGeri, we speak with Dr. Lisa Miura, Geriatrician, Associate Professor of Medicine, and fall expert at Oregon Health and Science University to answer these questions and more. Hear Dr. Miura carefully walk us through a new...