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Episodes

Sibling Caregivers with Tamra Stokes
Aug. 26, 2025

Sibling Caregivers with Tamra Stokes

Send us a text In this heartfelt episode of the Ask Dr. Mia podcast, Dr. Mia sits down with Tamra Stokes, a transformational life coach, author, speaker, and founder of Reimagining Life Coaching. Known as The Authentic Caregiver Coach, Tamra empowers overwhelmed family caregivers to heal emotionall…

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New Research On Alzheimer’s & Dementia with Dr. Christina Hugenschmidt
Sept. 23, 2025

New Research On Alzheimer’s & Dementia with Dr. Christina Hugenschmidt

Send us a text In this episode, Dr. Mia and Dr. Christina Hugenschmidt discuss their insights from the Alzheimer's Association International Conference (AAIC 2025) this summer, and the importance of early diagnosis and lifestyle interventions. They explore the gut-brain connection, innovative drug …

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Top 5 Misconceptions About Dementia
Oct. 7, 2025

Top 5 Misconceptions About Dementia

Send us a text In this episode, Dr. Mia discusses the top misconceptions surrounding dementia and Alzheimer's disease, emphasizing the importance of understanding the differences between the two, the complexities of diagnosing dementia, and the implications of early diagnosis. She also addresses th…

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How to Prevent Caregiver Burnout
Oct. 21, 2025

How to Prevent Caregiver Burnout

Send us a text In this conversation, Dr. Mia discusses her personal experiences with caregiving and grief, emphasizing the importance of understanding one's role as a caregiver, the challenges of caregiver burnout, and the necessity of seeking support. She reflects on her relationship with her moth…

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Keeping Active At Home with Jodi Kolada
Nov. 4, 2025

Keeping Active At Home with Jodi Kolada

Send us a text In this episode of the Ask Dr. Mia podcast, Dr. Mia speaks with Jodi Colada, a director of caregiver outreach, about engaging activities for family caregivers of loved ones living with dementia. They discuss the challenges caregivers face in getting their loved ones to participate in…

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Crossover: dementia support paid by Medicare’s GUIDE
Nov. 18, 2025

Crossover: dementia support paid by Medicare’s GUIDE

Send us a text The "Mom, You're Grounded Podcast" hosts Allison and Jennifer discuss the GUIDE program with Dr. Mia, an innovative Medicare initiative designed to support caregivers and patients through comprehensive services and respite care. Mia Yang, a geriatrician, shares her expertise and insi…

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Dementia Basics
Dec. 2, 2025

Dementia Basics

Send us a text In this episode, Dr. Mia talks about the common questions that come up in memory clinic such as: Chapters 00:00 Understanding Dementia and Alzheimer's Basics 02:54 Differentiating Between Mild Cognitive Impairm...

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