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Alex Bardakh, MPP, CAE, PALTmed's Senior Director of Advocacy and Strategic Partnerships, and Timothy Holahan, DO, CMD, Chair of the Public Policy Steering Committee, explore how new federal policy developments could shape the future of post-acute and long-term care. From physician payment updates and budget negotiations to CMS’s “Make America Healthy Again” plan, they discuss both the challenges and the opportunities ahead. While pointing out where nursing home care deserves greater focus, they also emphasize the field’s potential to engage and lead. Dr. Leslie Eber joins to share her passion for advocacy and how her mother’s remarkable career in the U.S. Senate continues to inspire her work today. Hosts: Alex Bardakh, MPP, CAE; Timothy Holahan, DO, CMD Guest: Leslie Eber, MD, CMD Date Recorded: May 14, 2025 Available Credit: CMD credit for select PALTtalk podcast episodes are issued as follows: Coming May 2025: PALTmed is introducing a convenient new form to submit CMD credits for PALTtalk podcast episodes

In this episode, host Dr. Karl Steinberg, MD, CMD, and editor-in-chief Dr. Elizabeth Galik, PhD, CRNP, discuss our May issue of Caring for the Ages. Special Guest Ameera Chakravarthy, PhD, RN, ACNP-BC, FNP-BC, CNE, joins to discuss her cover story on managing sarcopenia in long-term care. Drs. Steinberg and Galik also discuss our cover story on how immigrant staff can ease the workforce crisis, Dr. Galik's article on compassion in healthcare, and the new emphasis on psychotropic medications and informed consent in the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services State Operations Manual. Host: Karl Steinberg, MD, CMD, HMDC Guest(s): Ameera Chakravarthy, PhD, RN, ACNP-BC, FNP-BC, CNE; Elizabeth Galik, PhD, CRNP (Editor-in-Chief) Featured Articles: Immigrant Staff in Long-Term Care Help Ease the Workforce Shortage Getting a Grip on Sarcopenia: A Practical Guide for Post-Acute and Long-Term Care Teams The Power of Providing Compassionate Care New Emphasis: Medications and Informed Consent Date Recorded: April 21,

Join Dr. Karl Steinberg and Dr. Barbara Resnick as they highlight four articles from the April 2025 issue of JAMDA. In this episode, Victoria Winogora discusses her systematic review on live hospice discharges in individuals with cognitive disabilities. Plus, they explore the latest research on fall-risk medications, the impact of social engagement in dementia care, and how exercise is proving to be an effective treatment for depression in older adults. Host: Karl Steinberg, MD, CMD, HMDC (Associate Editor) Guest(s): Victoria M. Winogora, MSN, NP, BS, RN, BA; Barbara Resnick, PhD, RN, CRNP, FAAN, FAANP (Co-Editor-in-Chief) Featured Articles: Live Hospice Discharge of Individuals with Cognitive Disabilities: A Systematic Review Fall Risk–Increasing Drugs and Fall-Related Injuries among Older Adults in Ontario: A Population-Based Matched Case-Control Study Social Engagement is Associated with Location-based Digital Markers on a Dementia Care Unit Effectiveness of Exercise-Based Interventions on Depressive Sympt

In this episode, host Dr. Paul Katz, MD, CMD, and co-editor-in-chief Dr. Barbara Resnick, PhD, RN, CRNP, FAAN, FAANP, explore the latest research in post-acute and long-term care. Dr. Madeline Sterling, MD, discusses how unions affect direct care workers’ employment conditions, economic outcomes, and well-being. Dr. Lillian Hung, RN, PhD, shares insights on the joy of caregiving and its impact on workforce well-being. Dr. Katz rounds out the discussion with a review of a study on dementia specialty care units in U.S. nursing homes, examining their availability and impact on care quality. Host: Paul Katz, MD, CMD (Co-Editor-in-Chief) Guest(s): Lillian Hung, RN, PhD; Madeline Sterling, MD; Barbara Resnick, PhD, RN, CRNP, FAAN, FAANP (Co-Editor-in-Chief) Featured Articles: What Do Unions Do for Direct Care Workers? Assessing Employment and Economic Outcomes Exploring the Sources and Experiences of Joy in Caregiving: Insights From Formal Caregivers in Long-Term Care Describing Dementia Specialty Care Units in US

Alex Bardakh, MPP, CAE, PALTmed's Senior Director of Advocacy and Strategic Partnerships, and Timothy Holahan, DO, CMD, Chair of the Public Policy Steering Committee, share the latest news from the nation’s capital. This month, they are joined by special guest William Mercer, MD, CMD, PALTmed's 2025 Medical Director of the Year, who shares his inspiring journey from practicing medicine in rural West Virginia to becoming a dedicated advocate for long-term care policy in his home state. Hosts: Alex Bardakh, MPP, CAE; Timothy Holahan, DO, CMD Guest: William Mercer, MD, CMD Date Recorded: April 2, 2025 Available Credit: CMD credit for select PALTtalk podcast episodes are issued as follows: Coming May 2025: PALTmed is introducing a convenient new form to submit CMD credits for PALTtalk podcast episodes. Stay tuned!

Host Dr. Diane Sanders-Cepeda, DO, CMD, is joined by Dr. Victoria Walker, MD, CMD, FAAFP, Carolyn Kazdan, MHSA, NHA, BCPA, and Dr. David Siskind, MD, CMD, to discuss the latest CMS surveyor guidance and what it means for medical directors in post-acute and long-term care. They break down key changes, including increased expectations around QAPI, facility assessments, and psychotropic medication oversight, and share practical strategies to stay prepared and support quality resident care. Note: At the time of this recording, the revised CMS long-term care surveyor guidance was set to take effect on March 24, 2025. However, CMS has since revised the implementation date to April 28, 2025, to allow additional time for training. Be sure to check CMS for the latest updates. Host: Diane Sanders-Cepeda, DO, CMD Guest(s): Carolyn A. Kazdan, MHSA, NHA, BCPA; David H. Siskind, MD, CMD; Victoria Walker, MD, CMD, FAAFP Resources: Your Role as Medical Director in the Survey Process: Tips for Leading the Team (PALTmed) Date

In this episode, host Dr. Diane Sanders-Cepeda is joined by Dr. Steven Buslovich, MD, CMD, MS, for an engaging discussion on value-based care. They explore topics such as aligning care teams, improving patient outcomes, and the challenges of transitioning to value-driven models. With expert insights and practical strategies, they offer actionable steps for navigating the evolving landscape of value-based care, focusing on optimizing care delivery and achieving meaningful outcomes. Host: Diane Sanders-Cepeda, DO, CMD Guest: Steven Buslovich, MD, CMD, MS Date Recorded: March 3, 2025 Available Credit: CMD credit for select PALTtalk podcast episodes are issued as follows: Coming March 2025: PALTmed is introducing a convenient new form to submit CMD credits for PALTtalk podcast episodes. Stay tuned!

In this episode, host Dr. Karl Steinberg, MD, CMD, and editor-in-chief Dr. Elizabeth Galik, PhD, CRNP, discuss the special section on artificial intelligence (AI) in our March/April issue of Caring for the Ages. Special Guest Lisa Lind, PhD, ABPP joins to discuss the potential for AI to alleviate loneliness amongst residents in long-term care settings, cautioning that AI should augment and not replace real human interaction. Drs. Steinberg and Galik also discuss our cover story on the basics of AI in post-acute and long-term care, as well as Karl's personal experience with AI.  And finally, congratulations to the winners of our Caring essay competition, whose essays appear in this issue! Host: Karl Steinberg, MD, HMDC, CMD Guest(s): Lisa Lind, PhD, ABPP; Elizabeth Galik, PhD, CRNP (Editor-in-Chief) Featured Articles: An Introduction to Artificial Intelligence in Post-Acute and Long-Term Care Combating Loneliness With Innovation: The Potential of AI for Alleviating Loneliness Among Residents in Long-Term Care

Alex Bardakh, MPP, CAE, PALTmed's Senior Director of Advocacy and Strategic Partnerships, and Timothy Holahan, DO, CMD, Chair of the Public Policy Steering Committee, share the latest news from the nation’s capital. This month, they are joined by special guest Sue Emmer, founder of I Street Advocates, to explore the power of building relationships in lobbying, the role of advocacy in shaping healthcare policy, and the latest legislative developments affecting PALTC. Questions? Email Alex at abardakh@paltmed.org. Hosts: Alex Bardakh, MPP, CAE; Timothy Holahan, DO, CMD Guest: Sue Emmer, JD Date Recorded: February 26, 2025 Available Credit: CMD credit for select PALTtalk podcast episodes are issued as follows: Coming March 2025: PALTmed is introducing a convenient new form to submit CMD credits for PALTtalk podcast episodes. Stay tuned!

In this episode, host Dr. Karl Steinberg, MD, HMDC, CMD, and co-editor-in-chief Dr. Barbara Resnick, PhD, RN, CRNP, FAAN, FAANP, are joined by Dr. Nasir Wabe, PhD, MScEpid, PGDMLAI, MScClinPharm, BPharm, to explore the latest research in post-acute and long-term care. Topics include the over and underuse of proton pump inhibitors in nursing homes, the impact of physical therapy staffing on resident health outcomes, early findings on the experiences of care aides supporting residents with psychological trauma, and the development of a meaningful engagement assessment for residents with dementia in assisted living. Don’t miss this insightful discussion on advancing care quality and outcomes. Host: Karl Steinberg, MD, HMDC, CMD Guest(s): Nasir Wabe, PhD, MScEpid, PGDMLAI, MScClinPharm, BPharm; Barbara Resnick, PhD, RN, CRNP, FAAN, FAANP (Co-Editor-in-Chief, JAMDA) Featured Articles: Over- and Underuse of Proton Pump Inhibitors in Nursing Homes: A Multisite Longitudinal Cohort Study Nursing Home Staffing Levels a

Dr. Diane Sanders-Cepeda is joined by Patricia L. Bach, PsyD, RN, and Fatima Sheikh, MD, CMD, MPH, for an insightful discussion on finding joy and fulfillment in clinical practice. Building on insights from their presentation at PALTmed’s PALTC24 Annual Meeting, they explore clinician burnout, the importance of self-care, and strategies to build resilience in healthcare. Through practical insights, personal stories, and research-backed approaches, they offer actionable steps to cultivate joy, gratitude, and fulfillment in daily practice. Host: Diane Sanders-Cepeda, DO, CMD Guests: Patricia L. Bach, PsyD, RN; Fatima Sheikh, MD, CMD, MPH Journal Articles: A Tale of Two Countries: How I Saw More Patients With More Joy in Internal Medicine Practice (Annals of Internal Medicine) Finding Joy in Medicine: A Remedy for Challenging Times (NEJM Catalyst) Designing and Regulating Wisely: Removing Barriers to Joy in Practice (Annals of Internal Medicine) Trends in Clinician Burnout With Associated Mitigating and Aggravat

Alex Bardakh, MPP, CAE, PALTmed's Senior Director of Advocacy and Strategic Partnerships, and Timothy Holahan, DO, CMD, Chair of the Public Policy Steering Committee, share the latest news from the nation’s capital. Gregory L. Alexander, PhD, RN, FAAN, FACMI, FIAHSI, joins the discussion to offer his perspective on the expanding role of technology in PALTC. Questions? Email Alex at abardakh@paltmed.org. Hosts: Alex Bardakh, MPP, CAE; Timothy Holahan, DO, CMD Guest: Gregory L. Alexander, PhD, RN, FAAN, FACMI, FIAHSI Resources: Health IT Resources (Moving Forward Nursing Home Quality Coalition) LTPAC Health IT Collaborative Date Recorded: January 22, 2025 Available Credit: CMD credit for select PALTtalk podcast episodes are issued as follows: Coming March 2025: PALTmed is introducing a convenient new form to submit CMD credits for PALTtalk podcast episodes. Stay tuned!

In this episode, host Dr. Karl Steinberg, MD, HMDC, CMD, is joined by co-editors-in-chief Dr. Barbara Resnick, PhD, RN, CRNP, FAAN, FAANP, and Dr. Paul Katz, MD, CMD, to explore the latest research in post-acute and long-term care. Matthew P. Maughan, MBA, MS, shares his research on how nursing home staffing levels and resident characteristics differ between larger and smaller chains, highlighting disparities in staffing ratios and patient complexity. Dr. Tetyana P. Shippee, PhD, discusses her work on evaluating quality in assisted living communities in the United States, highlighting nine unique domains of quality measurement and the importance of including residents' voices in developing standardized metrics for person-centered care. Rounding out the discussion, Dr. Katz explores a study on the use of gabapentin in nursing home residents, offering his expert analysis and perspectives on its implications for clinical practice. Host: Karl Steinberg, MD, HMDC, CMD Guest(s): Matthew P. Maughan, MBA, MS; Tetyana

In this episode, host Dr. Karl Steinberg, MD, CMD, and editor-in-chief Dr. Elizabeth Galik, PhD, CRNP, discuss our January/February issue of Caring for the Ages. Special Guest Daniel Butler, MD, joins to discuss chronic pruritus and what practitioners can do to help patients afflicted with this common condition. Drs. Steinberg and Galik also discuss our cover story on value-based care and what it means for practitioners in post-acute and long-term care. Dr. Galik shares insights from her own timely article on violence in the workplace and discusses an article on palliative wound care from Dr. Vycki Nalls.  Host: Karl Steinberg, MD, HMDC, CMD Guest(s): Daniel C. Butler, MD; Elizabeth Galik, PhD, CRNP (Editor-in-Chief) Featured Articles: The New ABCs of Value-Based Care What Can We Do About Chronic Itch in Older Adults? Workplace Violence in Post-Acute and Long-Term Care Settings Non-Healable Wounds and Palliative Wound Care: Conversations Are Key Date Recorded: December 6, 2024 Available Credit: CMD credit for

In this episode, host Dr. Karl Steinberg, MD, HMDC, CMD, and co-editor-in-chief Dr. Barbara Resnick, PhD, RN, CRNP, FAAN, FAANP, are joined by Dr. Jiska Cohen-Mansfield, PhD, and Dr. Caleb Alexander, MD, MS, to explore the latest research in post-acute and long-term care. Topics include improving well-being in dementia care with Enhanced Group Activity Kits (EGAKs), comparing the safety and effectiveness of anticoagulants in nursing home residents with atrial fibrillation, and insights from two additional studies: Skilled Nursing Facility Rehabilitation Intensity and Successful Discharge in Persons with Dementia and Navigating Dilemmas on Advance Euthanasia Directives of Patients with Advanced Dementia. Don’t miss this insightful discussion on advancing care quality and outcomes. Host: Karl Steinberg, MD, HMDC, CMD Guest(s): G. Caleb Alexander, MD, MS; Jiska Cohen-Mansfield, PhD; Barbara Resnick, PhD, RN, CRNP, FAAN, FAANP (Co-Editor-in-Chief, JAMDA) Featured Articles: The Impact of Enhanced Group Activity Ki

Dr. Diane Sanders-Cepeda is joined by Calvin Groeneweg, Vice President of Risk Management at Sequoia Living and President of the American Assisted Living Nurses Association (AALNA), to discuss emergency and disaster preparedness in post-acute and long-term care (PALTC). The conversation covers strategies for conducting routine safety evaluations, managing major emergencies, and fostering a safer environment for residents and staff. They also explore practical insights and actionable steps for strengthening preparedness in PALTC facilities. Host: Diane Sanders-Cepeda, DO, CMD Guest: Calvin Groeneweg, RN, C-AL, CPASRM Training Materials and Resources: Assisted Living Incident Command System (AALNA) Emergency Preparedness (AHCA/NCAL) Hazard Vulnerability Assessment Tool (Kaiser Permanente) Nursing Home Incident Command System (California Association of Health Facilities) Date Recorded: November 11, 2024 Available Credit: The American Board of Post-Acute and Long-Term Care Medicine (ABPLM) issues CMD credits fo

Alex Bardakh, MPP, CAE, PALTmed's Senior Director of Advocacy and Strategic Partnerships, and Timothy Holahan, DO, CMD, Chair of the Public Policy Steering Committee, discuss the latest news from the nation’s capital. They are joined by Dr. Dallas Nelson, MD, CMD, who shares her insights on leveraging local advocacy to influence policy decisions in post-acute and long-term care (PALTC). The conversation also explores telehealth's growing role and its potential impact on the future of care, as well as the exciting opportunities presented by the election results to create meaningful change in the PALTC landscape. Questions? Email Alex at abardakh@paltmed.org. Hosts: Alex Bardakh, MPP, CAE; Timothy Holahan, DO, CMD Guest: Dallas Nelson, MD, CMD Resources: Covid-19 Resources (NYMDA) Date Recorded: November 20, 2024 Available Credit: The American Board of Post-Acute and Long-Term Care Medicine (ABPLM) issues CMD credits for select PALTtalk podcasts as follows: Claim CMD Credit

Episode: November 2024 Host: Karl Steinberg, MD, HMDC, CMD Guest(s): John R. Bowblis, PhD; Michelle M. Hilgeman, PhD; Barbara Resnick, PhD, RN, CRNP, FAAN, FAANP (Co-Editor-in-Chief, JAMDA); Paul Katz, MD, CMD (Co-Editor-in-Chief, JAMDA) In This Episode: In this episode, host Dr. Karl Steinberg, MD, HMDC, CMD, is joined by co-editors-in-chief Dr. Barbara Resnick, PhD, RN, CRNP, FAAN, FAANP, and Dr. Paul Katz, MD, CMD, to explore the latest research in post-acute and long-term care. Dr. John Bowblis, PhD, shares his research and its implications on staffing patterns across nursing homes, assisted living communities, and memory care units. Dr. Michelle Hilgeman, PhD, discusses her work on promoting equity and inclusion for LGBTQ+ residents in PALTC settings. Rounding out the discussion, Dr. Katz reviews a study examining the impact of quality improvement interventions on hospital admissions from nursing homes, offering his expert analysis and perspectives. Featured Articles: Staffing Patterns in Nursing Homes,

Episode: November/December Issue on Controversies in PALTC with Special Guest Joanne Kaldy Host: Karl Steinberg, MD, HMDC, CMD (Editor Emeritus) Guest(s): Joanne Kaldy (Senior Contributing Writer); Elizabeth Galik, PhD, CRNP (Editor-in-Chief) In This Episode: In this episode, host Dr. Karl Steinberg, MD, CMD, and editor-in-chief Dr. Elizabeth Galik, PhD, CRNP, discuss our November-December issue of Caring for the Ages with our senior contributing writer Joanne Kaldy. Not only does this podcast cover our Special Section on Controversies in post-acute and long-term care, it is also our 25th anniversary! Ms. Kaldy has been with Caring since the beginning, and joins to reminisce with Dr. Steinberg (Caring's editor emeritus) about Caring's journey from 1999 to today. Additionally, Ms. Kaldy wrote this month's cover story on direct-to-consumer marketing, and what to do when a patient asks for a drug by name. Dr. Galik also discusses an article about when it’s appropriate to prescribe anticonvulsants, and her own ar

Episode: Leading the Way Through Respiratory Virus Season Host: Ghinwa Dumyati, MD, Professor of Medicine, Director of the Communicable Diseases Surveillance and Prevention Program, University of Rochester Guest(s): Kelly Langford, Online Communications Director for the Risk Less. Do More. Campaign, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services In This Episode: In this episode of PALTtalk, Dr. Ghinwa Dumyati and Kelly Langford discuss the importance of immunizations during respiratory virus season, focusing on flu, COVID-19, and RSV. They highlight the new Risk Less. Do More. campaign, which aims to reduce infection risks, especially among vulnerable populations, including older adults in long-term care facilities. Since the recording of this episode, the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) released updated COVID-19 vaccination guidance for 2024-2025. In addition to the previously recommended 2024-2025 COVID-19 vaccination, ACIP now recommends a second dose of the 2024-2025 COVID-19 vaccine for