Amda On-the-go

Episode: December 2023 Host: Karl Steinberg, MD, HMDC, CMD Guest(s): Barbara Resnick, PhD, CRNP (co-editor-in-chief); Jonathan L. Temte, MD, PhD In This Episode: In this episode, host Karl Steinberg, MD, CMD, and co-editor-in-chief Barbara Resnick, PhD, CRNP, will talk with Jonathan L. Temte, MD, PhD, about his work testing whether the use of rapid influenza diagnostic tests (RIDT) with long-term care facility residents with acute respiratory infection was associated increased treatment with antivirals and decreased health care utilization.  Articles Referenced: Rapid Detection of Influenza Outbreaks in Long-Term Care Facilities Reduces Emergency Room Visits and Hospitalization: A Randomized Trial Balance Confidence Modulates the Association of Gait Speed with Falls in Older Fallers: A Prospective Cohort Study Evaluation of Montreal Cognitive Assessment (MoCA) administered via videoconference Association between Dental Diseases and Oral Hygiene Care and the Risk of Dementia: A Retrospective Cohort Study Date

Episode: BPSD Bootcamp: Practical Guidance to Non-pharmacological Interventions (Part 1 of 2) Host: Diane Sanders-Cepeda, DO, CMD Guest(s): Tana Whitt, MSN, PMHNP-BC; Charissa Duffy, DNP, MSN, APRN, PMHNP-BC; Anthony Nedelman, PhD In This Episode: In this episode, host Diane Sanders-Cepeda, DO, CMD, and special guests Tana Whitt, MSN, PMHNP-MC, Charissa Duffy DNP, MSN, APRN, PMHNP-BC, and Anthony Nedelman, PhD, discuss behavioral and psychological symptoms of dementia (BPSD) to provide listeners with a crash course into nonpharmacological interventions and strategies to support patients with BPSD. Date Recorded: November 9, 2023 Available Credit: The American Board of Post-Acute and Long-Term Care Medicine (ABPLM) issues CMD credits for AMDA On-The-Go and affiliate podcast episodes as follows: Claim CMD Credit

Episode: November 2023 Host: Karl Steinberg, MD, HMDC, CMD Guest(s): Joseph Mylotte, MD; Steven Posar, MD (author); Paul Katz, MD, CMD (co-editor-in-chief)  In This Episode: In this episode, Host Dr. Karl Steinberg, MD, HMCD, CMD, and his guests spotlighted three articles published in the November issue of JAMDA. First, Joseph Mylotte, MD, will discuss current challenges in determining the appropriateness of initiating antibiotic therapy in nursing homes. Then, Steven Posar, MD, will discuss a novel antipsychotic drug reduction program. Finally, co-editor-in-chief Paul Katz, MD, CMD, discusses the results of systematic review and meta-analysis of deprescribing interventions. Articles Referenced: Determining the Appropriateness of Initiating Antibiotic Therapy in Nursing Home Residents Anti-psychotic Drug Reduction Through the Implementation of a Neurologically Oriented, Interdisciplinary Psycho-Diagnostic and Anti-Psychotic Stewardship Program Deprescribing Interventions for Older Patients: A Systematic Revie

Episode: November-December 2023 Host: Karl Steinberg, MD, HMDC, CMD Guest(s): Elizabeth Galik, PhD, CRNP In This Episode: In this episode, host Dr. Karl Steinberg, MD, HMDC, CMD, and editor-in-chief Dr. Elizabeth Galik, PhD, CRNP, discuss our November-December special issue on diabetes and the older adult. The articles they discuss include our feature story on how diabetes management is different in older adults and what this means for long-term care, diabetes care transitions, geographic health disparities, and what Dr. Galik learned from putting the issue together. There's many other great articles in this issue so be sure to check it out! Featured Articles: Diabetes Management Is Different in Older Adults, Especially Those in Long-Term Care  Demystifying Diabetes Care Transitions How I Implemented What I Learned About Diabetes in This Issue of Caring for the Ages Geographic Health Disparities Date Recorded: November 7, 2023 Available Credit: The American Board of Post-Acute and Long-Term Care Medicine (ABP

Episode: October 2023 Host: Karl Steinberg, MD, HMDC, CMD Guest(s): Barbara Resnick, PhD, CRNP (editor); Daniel KY Chan, MBBS, MD, MHA In This Episode: In this episode, host Dr. Karl Steinberg, MD, CMD, and co-editor-in-chief Dr. Barb Resnick, PhD, CRNP, spotlight an article on telemedicine published in the JAMDA October issue. The author, Dr. Chan, MBBS, MD, MHA, will join the conversation. A non-inferiority study was conducted in 17 nursing homes, including 438 residents.  Face-to-face interventions involved on-site assessment by a geriatrician and aged care clinical nurse specialist (CNS). Telemedicine interventions involved on-site assessment by an aged care CNS with telemedicine input by a geriatrician. The study identified some pros and cons related to use of telemedicine in nursing home communities. Further, the findings provide interesting and useful conclusions to guide further work in this area.  In addition to Dr. Chan’s paper, the following articles will be highlighted and reviewed: Challenges and

Episode: October 2023 Host: Karl Steinberg, MD, HMDC, CMD Guest(s): Elizabeth Galik, PhD, CRNP; Hugh Tilson, MD, MPH, DrPH; Phil Sloane, MD, MPH In This Episode: In this episode, host Karl Steinberg, MD, CMD, editor-in-chief Elizabeth Galik, PhD, CRNP, and special guests Hugh Tilson, MD, MPH, DrPH, and Phil Sloane, MD, MPH, discuss a musical on aging performed at the Carolina Meadows Continuing Care Retirement Community in Chapel Hill, NC. Dr. Galik also discusses her own article on how to handle recurrent falls, our cover story on suicide in long-term care, and an article addressing the critical shortage of nursing home medical directors. Featured Articles: Unveiling the Shadows: Understanding and Addressing Suicide in Long-Term Care Critical Shortage of Nursing Home Medical Directors: What Can Be Done to Solve the Staffing Crisis?  Recurrent Falls in Post-Acute and Long-Term Care: When the Usual Fall Prevention Strategies Are Not Enough What If We Wrote a Musical?” Senior Community Residents Keep Their Crea

Episode: September 2023 Host: Karl Steinberg, MD, HMDC, CMD Guest(s): Monique A. Martin-Parent, MN, BN, RN, GNC; Marie-Lee Yous, PhD; Paul Katz, MD, CMD  In This Episode: In this episode, Host Dr. Karl Steinberg, MD, HMCD, CMD, and his guests spotlighted three articles published in the September issue of JAMDA. First, Monique A. Martin-Parent, MN, BN, RN, GNC, discussed the ethical challenges that arose during COVID-19, specifically focusing on the balance between safety and resident autonomy. Then Marie-Lee Yous, PhD, discussed reports on the feasibility and effects of the Namaste Care intervention for persons with advanced dementia. Finally, Co-Editor-in-Chief Paul Katz, MD, CMD, provided a synopsis for author Raele Donetha Robinson, PhD, and colleagues that reviewed a study examining the link between antipsychotic exposure and dysphagia in hospitalized patients with heart failure.   Articles Referenced: Promoting Resident Autonomy to Maintain Quality of Life Feasibility and Effects of Namaste Care for Pers

The August 2023 episode of the JAMDA-on-the-Go podcast, hosted by Dr. Karl Steinberg, features discussions with Dr. Kira Riskina, facilitated by JAMDA co-editor-in-chief,  Barbara Resnick. Dr. Riskina delved into her research on the implications of physician specialization in nursing homes, particularly concerning the prescription of potentially harmful medications. She highlighted the unexpected findings and their potential ramifications on patient care. Host: Dr. Karl Steinberg Guests: Barbara Resnick (editor), Dr. Kira Riskina Resources: jamda.com Recorded: August 18, 2023 Available Credit: The American Board of Post-Acute and Long-Term Care Medicine (ABPLM) issues CMD credits for AMDA On-The-Go and affiliate podcast episodes as follows: Claim CMD Credit

In this episode of Caring on the Go, Dr. Karl Steinberg dives deep into discussions about sexual expression in Post-Acute and Long-Term Care (PALTC). Joining him are Dr. Elizabeth Galik, Editor-in-Chief of Caring for the Ages, who provides insights from the latest issue, and Tess Bird, Caring’s Managing Editor, who delves into her thought-provoking column on love at every age. Beyond these enlightening talks, the episode touches on pivotal articles such as Joanne Kaldy’s piece on sexuality in nursing homes and Dr. Diane Sanders-Cepeda’s reflections on gender identity in PALTC. The Pandora’s Box of Addressing Sexual Expression in Nursing Homes Sex and Dementia in the Nursing Home: Balancing Resident Rights with Resident Safety Host: Karl Steinberg, MD, HMDC, CMD Guest(s): Elizabeth Galik, Ph.D., Tess Bird Resources: Caring for the Ages Recorded: August 15, 2023 Available Credit: The American Board of Post-Acute and Long-Term Care Medicine (ABPLM) issues CMD credits for AMDA On-The-Go and affiliate podcast epi

In this episode of AMDA On The Go, guest host Sabine von Preyss-Friedman welcomes Dr. Jennifer Azen, an expert in Addiction Medicine, to discuss the critical topic of buprenorphine and the treatment of substance use disorder (SUD) in post-acute and long-term care (PALTC). With alarming statistics on drug overdose deaths and the changing landscape of SUD treatment regulations, Dr. Azen shares insights on buprenorphine's effectiveness, its role in pain management, and best practices for practitioners. Host: Sabine von Preyss-Friedman, MD, FACP, CMD Guests: Jenn Azen Recorded: August 4, 2023 Learn more at paltcfoundation.org Available Credit: The American Board of Post-Acute and Long-Term Care Medicine (ABPLM) issues CMD credits for AMDA On-The-Go and affiliate podcast episodes as follows: Claim CMD Credit

The July 2023 edition of the JAMDA-on-the-Go podcast, hosted by Dr. Karl Steinberg, featured interviews with Dr. Jennifer Reckrey and researcher Darly Dash, conducted by JAMDA co-editors in chief, Drs Paul Katz and Barbara Resnick.  Dr. Reckrey discussed her work on home-based clinical care and long-term services for older adults, exploring the challenges faced during the study and its potential impact on clinical practice.  Darly Dash's study focused on changes in Ontario's long-term care physician workforce during the pandemic.  Lastly, Dr. Katz reviewed a study by Victoire Leroy and her team on identifying risk factors for falls among older patients with mild cognitive impairment.  Host: Dr. Karl Steinberg Guests: Barbara Resnick (editor),  Naushira Pandya Resources: jamda.com Recorded: July 12, 2023 Available Credit: The American Board of Post-Acute and Long-Term Care Medicine (ABPLM) issues CMD credits for AMDA On-The-Go and affiliate podcast episodes as follows: Claim CMD Credit

Host: Jennifer Pruskowski, PharmD, MS, BCPS, BCGP, CPE Guests: Michael Steinman, MD Recorded: June 1, 2023 Resources: US Deprescribing Research Network (link to:) Learn More About AMDA’s Drive to Deprescribe Initiative Available Credit: The American Board of Post-Acute and Long-Term Care Medicine (ABPLM) issues CMD credits for AMDA On-The-Go and affiliate podcast episodes as follows: Claim CMD Credit

Host: Dr. Karl Steinberg Guests: Barbara Resnick (editor),  Naushira Pandya Resources: jamda.com Recorded: Friday, June 16, 2023 Available Credit: The American Board of Post-Acute and Long-Term Care Medicine (ABPLM) issues CMD credits for AMDA On-The-Go and affiliate podcast episodes as follows: Claim CMD Credit

In this episode, Dr. Karl Steinberg and Dr. Elizabeth Galik discuss our May and June Issue of Caring for the Ages. Whose Life is It Anyway? Medical Aid in Dying and its Legal, Medical, and Ethical Conundrums Thromboembolic Events, Anticoagulation, and COVID-19: Preemptive Treatments and Risks After Vaccination What Matters Most? How to Find Joy at Work in Post-Acute and Long-Term Care Encouraging Improvements to Opioid and Substance Use Disorder Care Quality in Nursing Homes Host: Karl Steinberg, MD, HMDC, CMD Guest(s): Elizabeth Galik, Ph.D., CRNP, Alexandria Hill MSN, GERO RN-BC, RAC-CT, QCP, CMDP Resources: Caring for the Ages Recorded: May 30, 2023 Available Credit: The American Board of Post-Acute and Long-Term Care Medicine (ABPLM) issues CMD credits for AMDA On-The-Go and affiliate podcast episodes as follows: Claim CMD Credit

Topics: In this episode of JAMDA On-The-Go, we explore three captivating articles from the May issue. We discuss an innovative fracture care pathway for nursing home residents, examine the impact of physician practice characteristics on nurse practitioners and physician assistants in nursing homes, and explore exercise guidelines for combating physical deconditioning in long-term care settings. Join us as we delve into these topics, providing expert analysis and practical applications in long-term care. Host: Dr. Karl Steinberg Guests: Karl Steinberg (host); Barbara Resnick (editor), Paul Katz (editor), Amanda Mayo (author), and Benjamin Smith (author) Resources: jamda.com Recorded: Monday, May 15, 2023 Available Credit: The American Board of Post-Acute and Long-Term Care Medicine (ABPLM) issues CMD credits for AMDA On-The-Go and affiliate podcast episodes as follows: Claim CMD Credit

Alex Bardakh, the Society’s Director of Public Policy and Advocacy, shares the latest news from the nation’s capital. Questions? Email Alex at abardakh@paltc.org No credit is available for this program.

Dr. Karl Steinberg and Dr. Elizabeth Galik discuss our May 2023 Issue of Caring for the Ages in this episode. Practical Actions, Reducing Stigma: What Providers Should Know About Obesity Three Strategies to Improve Training and Education in Post-Acute and Long-Term Care Protein Requirements for Older Adults: What Are the Current Recommendations for Intake? Leaving a Dying Resident: A Case of Moral Distress   Host: Karl Steinberg, MD, HMDC, CMD Guest(s): Elizabeth Galik, Ph.D., CRNP, Alexandria Hill MSN, GERO RN-BC, RAC-CT, QCP, CMDP Resources: Caring for the Ages Recorded: May 1, 2023 Available Credit: The American Board of Post-Acute and Long-Term Care Medicine (ABPLM) issues CMD credits for AMDA On-The-Go and affiliate podcast episodes as follows: Claim CMD Credit

Dr. Karl Steinberg and Dr. Elizabeth Galik discuss our April 2023 Issue of Caring for the Ages in this episode. The Future of Independent Living: Health and Wellness Take Center Stage Discussing Cannabis With Your Patients What Do We Know About the Treatment of Pain for Individuals Living With Dementia? Could Senior Home Sharing Be an Alternative to Long-Term Care? Host: Karl Steinberg, MD, HMDC, CMD Guest(s): Elizabeth Galik, Ph.D., CRNP, Alexandria Hill MSN, GERO RN-BC, RAC-CT, QCP, CMDP Resources: Caring for the Ages Recorded: April 7, 2023 Available Credit: The American Board of Post-Acute and Long-Term Care Medicine (ABPLM) issues CMD credits for AMDA On-The-Go and affiliate podcast episodes as follows: Claim CMD Credit

Topics: In the podcast, four articles from the April issue will be discussed. These articles cover topics related to infection control coaching programs for nursing centers, oral health and frailty in older adults, variation in antipsychotic use for dementia patients across states in assisted living facilities, and the benefits of virtual reality on the well-being of older adults. The podcast aims to provide valuable insights into these research studies. Host: Dr. Karl Steinberg Guests: Karl Steinberg (host); Barbara Resnick (editor),  Ann Reddy (co-author) Resources: jamda.com Recorded: Friday, April 14, 2023 Available Credit: The American Board of Post-Acute and Long-Term Care Medicine (ABPLM) issues CMD credits for AMDA On-The-Go and affiliate podcast episodes as follows: Claim CMD Credit

Title: Christopher Laxton Interview at  PALTC23 (Special Edition) Host: Diane Sanders-Cepeda Guests: Christopher Laxton, CAE (AMDA's Executive Director) Recorded (in front of a live audience): March 10, 2023 Honor Chris Laxton's 10 years of stellar leadership with a donation to the Foundation's Chris Laxton Excellence in PALTC Leadership Fund. Learn more at paltcfoundation.org Available Credit: The American Board of Post-Acute and Long-Term Care Medicine (ABPLM) issues CMD credits for AMDA On-The-Go and affiliate podcast episodes as follows: Claim CMD Credit