Episodes

Dr. Mia describes the domains of memory/cognition: short-term memory executive function visuospatial memory language attention speed of processing Memory mimickers that can confound memory evals: anticholinergic meds obstructive sleep apnea hearing loss: hearing amplifier PockeTalker on Amazon alcohol use: 2 or more drinks/day for men, 1 or more drinks/day for women head injury low thyroid, low B12 Transcripts & sign up for podcast alerts on www.miayangmd.com Music & disclaimer Tran...

Dr. Mia talks about two composite patients: Barbara and Steve who demonstrate two very different tales of Alzheimer's disease, what's sexy vs not in Alzheimer's research, and disease-modifying therapy that is NOT aducanumab. Dr. Mia's prior NPR Morning Edition interview about aducanumab: https://www.npr.org/sections/health-shots/2021/11/08/1052833252/cost-and-controversy-are-limiting-use-of-new-alzheimers-drug National Institute of Aging clinical trial search tool: https://www.alzheimers.gov/c...

Dr. Mia uses a composite patient Ms. Smith's story to demonstrate her journey through different levels of care, from home to hospital, to skilled nursing facility (SNF), and then back to home. She discusses assisted living vs nursing home vs memory care unit and insurance payment options for them. Additional resources: Eldercare Locator (acl.gov) Nursing home facility ratings per Medicare: enter your zip code below Find Healthcare Providers: Compare Care Near You | Medicare Transitioning into...

This episode I tell you the story of how I became a geriatrician and a couple who inspired me during my training. I use their example to talk about the 5M's of geriatrics: Mind, Mobility, Medications, Multi-complexity, and Matters Most. I also touch upon a reason why I think there are too few geriatricians. More info about 5M's: https://www.healthinaging.org/tools-and-tips/tip-sheet-5ms-geriatrics. Where to find age-friendly health systems that put the 5M's into practice: http://www.ihi.org/En...

Welcome to Ask Dr. Mia podcast: conversations on aging well. Dr. Mia introduces herself, why she started this podcast, and explores 4 different ways from her own grandparents on "aging well." Transcript & more info at www.miayangmd.com. Transcripts on www.miayangmd.com. Email: ask@miayangmd.com Opinions expressed are exclusive of Dr. Mia Yang and not reflective of her or guest speaker's employers or funders.