Health Futures with Host Bob Roth

In this insightful episode of  Health Futures , host Bob Roth welcomes Rebecca Duffy, Clinical Director at evolvedMD, for her third appearance. Together, they explore how embedding behavioral health in primary care is transforming access to mental health services—especially for older adults facing loneliness, depression, and substance misuse. Rebecca shares powerful insights on the stigma around t...

On this episode of  Health Futures , host Bob Roth sits down with Kristen Duell, founder and CEO of Momentum Healthcare and Technology Consulting, for a powerful conversation on the rapidly aging population and the urgent need to innovate in the home care space. They explore the challenges of workforce development, policy reform, integrated care models, and the vital role women play in transformin...

Join host Bob Roth of Cypress Homecare Solutions and guest David Monheit, CPA and financial advisor with Landmark Financial Wealth Management, as they discuss comprehensive financial planning with a focus on aging needs. This episode explores David's journey from CPA to financial advisor, the importance of early long-term care insurance planning, and strategies for protecting assets while ensuring...

 Foundation for Senior Living (FSL) celebrates 51 years of supporting Arizona's aging population with comprehensive services across health, housing, and connection. Chief Program Officer Dr. Charnice Moore highlights their medical adult day centers, affordable housing solutions, and innovative transitional care program that achieves a remarkable 3% hospital readmission rate compared to the nationa...

Health Futures with Host Bob Roth 3/21/25

In this enlightening episode, Dr. Alyx Porter Umphrey, the first Black female neuro-oncologist in the U.S., shares her journey founding Elevate Med. This non-profit tackles the medical education crisis by providing scholarships, mentorship, and financial literacy to underrepresented medical students. Having personally overcome $500,000 in combined medical school debt with her husband, Dr. Porter U...

Dr. Michael Breus, "The Sleep Doctor," emphasizes sleep's critical role in senior health. While adults generally need 7-9 hours, individual needs vary. Poor sleep can exacerbate anxiety and depression in older adults. His recommendations include maintaining consistent wake times, understanding how sleep patterns shift with age, and promptly addressing sleep disorders like apnea. Dr. Breus advocate...

Discover how technology is revolutionizing home care in this recap of Health Futures Radio's interview with Steven Vaccaro of HHA Exchange. Learn about the "connected home care ecosystem" linking Medicaid programs, providers, and caregivers through innovative software solutions. Explore how electronic visit verification has created digital infrastructure in homes, elevating professional caregivers...

When caring for someone with dementia, you experience what Dr. Pauline Boss calls "ambiguous loss" – the painful paradox of having someone physically present but psychologically absent. This creates "frozen grief," often unrecognized by others, leading to isolation for caregivers. Dr. Boss recommends joining support groups, maintaining social connections, accepting help, finding controllable activ...

 Dr. Marc Lato, founder of “The Doctor Is In,” joined Bob Roth on Health Futures – Taking Stock in You to discuss his innovative patient advocacy service. With 60 years of healthcare experience, Dr. Lato helps individuals and families navigate the complexities of modern healthcare, bridging gaps in communication and ensuring patients receive the right care. His work is especially vital for Arizona...

On this past Valentine’s Day episode of Health Futures, host Bob Roth spoke with Dr. Raul Doshi of HonorHealth Heart Care about recent innovations in cardiac care. They discussed the importance of regular screenings, the impact of sleep apnea, and how women experienced heart disease differently. Dr. Doshi highlighted advancements like leadless pacemakers, AI-powered diagnostics, and wearable monit...

Dr. Michael Gordon, Chief Medical Officer at HonorHealth Research Institute, joins  Health Futures Taking Stock in You to share his inspiring journey from oncologist to cancer patient and back. His personal battle with pancreatic cancer transformed his approach to patient care, emphasizing urgency, compassion, and innovation. Dr. Gordon discusses the future of oncology, the role of AI in diagnosti...

Health equity is crucial as our population ages. In a recent  Health Futures episode, Dr. Alan Roga of True Light Health discussed the staggering $1 trillion annual cost of healthcare disparities and their disproportionate impact on minority and elderly populations. Systemic biases in medical tools, lack of diverse clinical trials, and rising long-term care costs exacerbate the issue. True Light H...

On Health Futures - Taking Stock in You, host Bob Roth interviews Tony Siebers, founder of Parent Projects, about his innovative digital platform revolutionizing senior care coordination. Parent Projects Connect serves as a centralized hub for families navigating caregiving responsibilities, offering document organization, care scheduling, and access to verified service providers. The platform add...

Pocket RN revolutionizes healthcare for aging adults by providing virtual nursing support that combines technology, compassion, and expert medical care. Founded during the COVID-19 pandemic, the company offers a "nurse for life" model, connecting patients with dedicated nurses who provide proactive and reactive support. Through innovative telehealth solutions, Pocket RN addresses social isolation,...

 In a compelling interview on Health Futures radio show, Nicole Smith, known as "The Dementia Daughter," shared her journey of simultaneously caring for multiple family members with dementia while raising five children. Her experience led her to write "Diagnosis Dementia," a practical guide for families facing similar challenges. Smith emphasizes the importance of early planning, working with elde...

Dr. David Podkameni, MD, FACS, FASMBS, explains that bariatric surgery is more than just stomach reduction—it's part of a comprehensive health approach. Procedures like sleeve gastrectomy, gastric bypass, and duodenal switch not only limit food intake but also alter gut hormones to promote weight loss. Arizona offers good insurance coverage for these surgeries, making them more accessible. New tre...

Cox Communications' Phoenix Market VP Susan Anable joined Health Futures host Bob Roth to discuss senior digital safety and connectivity. The conversation highlighted Cox's $3 billion investment in Arizona's network infrastructure and initiatives to bridge the digital divide for seniors. Key programs include partnerships with Foundation For Senior Living and City of Peoria, connecting 717 househol...

Healthcare entrepreneur Justin Bayless shared insights on Health Futures Taking Stock in You about the evolving landscape of integrated healthcare and entrepreneurship. Drawing from his experience building and selling Bayless Integrated Healthcare to Magellan Health, Bayless discussed the importance of combining mental and physical health services while embracing technological innovation. Through...

The Foundation for Senior Living (FSL) has been transforming aging services in Arizona for 50 years, supporting older adults with innovative solutions that foster independence and dignity. From Adult Day Health Centers and affordable housing to groundbreaking initiatives like "Vision 2050," FSL is addressing critical issues such as social isolation, caregiver burnout, and home safety. Under the le...

The latest episode of  Health Futures – Taking Stock in You  features Dr. Thomas Beach from the Banner Sun Health Research Institute, highlighting Arizona's strides in senior healthcare. Dr. Beach discusses the critical heart-brain connection and how heart health impacts cognitive function. The institute’s unique body donation program enables rapid tissue analysis, advancing research on Alzheimer’...

The Foundation for Senior Living (FSL) has been transforming aging services in Arizona for 50 years, supporting older adults with innovative solutions that foster independence and dignity. From Adult Day Health Centers and affordable housing to groundbreaking initiatives like "Vision 2050," FSL is addressing critical issues such as social isolation, caregiver burnout, and home safety. Under the le...

Bob Roth, host of  Health Futures – Taking Stock in You  and managing partner of Cypress HomeCare Solutions, recently interviewed Laura Cohen and Amy McIlroy, owners of Scottsdale-based assisted living care homes. They discussed how these intimate, 10-resident maximum homes provide personalized care in a warm, family-like environment, especially for seniors with dementia, Parkinson’s, or other spe...

Caring for the Future: Wisdom and Innovation in Caregiving Bob Roth of Cypress HomeCare Solutions recently hosted Ben Lytle, author of  The Potentialist  series, on  Health Futures, Taking Stock in You . They explored how caregiving in Phoenix and Scottsdale is evolving amid workforce shortages and an aging population. Lytle emphasized the power of technology, like AI, to support caregivers while...

On the latest episode of  Health Futures: Taking Stock in You , Bob Roth interviews Sara Wilson, President and CEO of Home Assist Health, to explore essential senior care topics, including holiday health preparedness. They discuss how family gatherings can reveal subtle health changes in elderly loved ones, the importance of fall prevention, and the value of advanced care planning. With a focus on...