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VeriGeri

Patricia Lee, MD, and Samantha Ing, MD

We cover the bread and butter and beyond of Geriatrics with willing gurus. Geared for the med student, resident, geri fellow, a fellow fellow who takes care of older adults, or PCP or internist who, like us, just want to sharpen our care for the older adult. Disclaimer! Views and thoughts expressed are our own & are not associated with any institutions. Please always consult your physician for medical advice.

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32:13

#18: CALL YOUR GRANDMA! Why loneliness in older...

VeriGeri ·

2025/10/14

In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Ellie Fishbein, AKA @Geriatricsinreallife / Survivor extraodinaire / Improv extraodinaire / TikTok/Insta famous geriatrician to talk about loneliness and what to practically do about it. Oh, and we toss in a teensy Mad Lib. Guest Bio: Dr. Ellie Fishbein is an Assistant Professor of Medicine in Geriatrics at Washington University School of Medicine. She earned her MD from Rush Medical College and completed her Family Medicine Residency and Geriatrics Fellowship

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33:13

#17: Dear Patients & Families: Stretching the Dollars...

VeriGeri ·

2025/09/09

While our episodes are usually clinician-facing, our series of "Dear Patients and Families" are also patient-facing! This is the second episode in this series. Our first episode was #11: Dear Patients and Families: How to Navigate Dementia During the Holidays. This episode looks at how to proactively take steps to plan and save money when a diagnosis of dementia is given. No matter what age we are, it can be intimidating to navigate finances of the healthcare system. Tessa tells us how to plan

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35:17

#16: Acute Inpatient Pain in Older Adults Part 2:...

VeriGeri ·

2025/08/22

WAIT! This is part 2 of non-cancer inpatient pain management in older adults (Part 1 is episode #15 with Dr. Thomas Chen, who talks about the pharmacology/theory of pain medications in older adults - check it out first!). In this episode, we jump into it - GeriPal physician Dr. James Brehany will focus on APPLICATION of foundational concepts. Spoiler alert - we will delve into a case of gabapentin, tramadol, SNRI, buprenorphine, common opioids, and then end with lightning rounds. And before all you

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26:37

#15: Acute Inpatient Pain Management in Older Adults...

VeriGeri ·

2025/07/01

Tramadol, cyclobenzaprine, gabapentin, NSAIDs, oh my! This episode of focuses on pain management in older adults, specifically pharmacological management of non-cancer related acute inpatient pain. This is part 1 of a two-part series. Part 2 will focus on application of pain management with opioids such as buprenorphine, oxycodone, and dilaudid in older adults. We're joined by Dr. Thomas Chen, MD, PharmD, an assistant professor of medicine and hospitalist at the University of Chicago, with

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08:00

Live from #AGS25: VeriGeri Podcast on the Street!

VeriGeri ·

2025/05/26

We hauled a big sign around to capture willing victims. Listen in to see what we got!

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31:34

S2EP5: Refining serious illness conversations: a...

VeriGeri ·

2025/04/07

WHOOOOA! This is a SERIOUSLY SERIOUS EPISODE with powerhouses! In this episode of the VeriGeri podcast, we dive into the framework and nuances of serious illness conversations. Dr. Paige Barker, Dr. Karen Bullock, and Dr. Carine Davila cover the bread and butter of essentials in serious illness conversations but also take us through how to center on the patient with their individual experiences. We apply their foundation through a case in the middle and listen to tips about working with interpreters

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26:14

S2EP4: Sexuality in Aging with Dr. Darlene Moyer and...

VeriGeri ·

2025/02/07

Just because people are aging doesn't mean they stop wanting or needing intimacy. In this episode, we dive into the often-overlooked topic of sexuality in older adults. Many healthcare providers hesitate to discuss sexual health with aging patients, often assuming they are no longer interested in sex. However, intimacy remains a crucial aspect of overall well-being. Our guests, Dr. Darlene Moyer and Dr. Travis Glenn, help us explore how to better support older patients in maintaining a fulfilling

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24:42

S2EP3: Navigating dementia during the holidays with...

VeriGeri ·

2024/12/13

In this special holiday episode, hosts Patty, Sam, and Megan, along with guest Tessa Garcia McEwen, discuss the challenges and strategies for caregivers and families of older adults with dementia during the holiday season. Tessa, a licensed clinical social worker with extensive experience in dementia care, shares valuable advice on modifications to holiday traditions, travel tips, and effective communication about dementia within families. This episode also covers coping techniques for grief and

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31:48

S2EP2: Hearing Loss with Joshua Sevier, AuD, LLM

VeriGeri ·

2024/11/29

In this episode, we're lucky to have Josh Sevier, an audiologist who delves into his personal journey from being a trauma medic to an audiologist and shares valuable insights on hearing loss, its diagnosis, treatment options, and its broader health impacts. He shares about the evaluation process, recommendations for hearing aids, cochlear implants, and tips for communication strategies. We're proud that this episode was written by Nihar Rama, a current medical student at University of Chicago, with

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28:56

EP9: Communicating about dementia: Diagnosis and...

VeriGeri ·

2024/11/01

WELCOME TO SEASON 2!!!! This episode we're going a little bit backwards and going over the diagnosis and prognosis of dementia. Does it take just a test score? A hunch? Probably not, but we'll go through the details. Our superstar guest is Dr. Sing Palat, MD (bio below), and our guest host is Andrew Dang, MD, a primary care physician. Don't forget to follow up on Instagram at @verigeripodcast! Show notes pending for this episode. Guest bio: Sing Palat MD, from Golden Colorado, completed her

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30:14

EP8: Elder Abuse: When to Report, How to Report, and...

VeriGeri ·

2024/08/26

Elder abuse...who you gonna call???????? ADULT PROTECTIVE SERVICES IN YOUR STATE! Think you know what to do, how to report, and when to report? Think again! For no specific reason, we have tea time with Annie Vernon-Cwik, LCSW, ASW-G, to discuss. State specific reporting contacts Show Notes: https://verigeripodcast.com/show-notes Reference to episode 2 on dispo, safety, and independence in the older adult: Apple EP2 Spotify EP2 Timestamps 1:30 Annie’s background in Adult Protective Services

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38:48

EP7: "Yes, and" - Management of behavioral symptoms...

VeriGeri ·

2024/07/26

Gurus: Erin Zahradnik, MD, Carrie Jackson Hosts: Patty Lee, MD, Sam Ing, MD Guest Host: Marissa Korte, MD A patient and family member come in stressed because of wandering/paranoia at home, and they need help! Time is ticking. What do you say? What are nonpharmacological interventions anyway? Does it live up to its character count? When and how do you use antipsychotics? What about THC? Also, some other things to add to the potpourri - what about THC and benzos? AHHHH!!!! In this episode, we talk

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39:11

Introduction to Hospice with Dr. Mohammed Ilyas Ahmed...

VeriGeri ·

2024/06/21

What is hospice? What is inpatient hospice? What happens when you press "discharge to hospice"? What are some pearls and pitfalls of communicating about hospice? Find out in this episode as Dr. Khan addresses misconceptions, myths, pearls and pitfalls, settings, a case of anoxic brain injury, and concepts on end of life management. 1:39 Introduction to the Guru 4:23 Origins of hospice 7:19 Taboos of hospice 8:39 What does comfort mean to you? 10:44 A Case of anoxic brain injury 15:22 Guiding

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44:14

Spicy (& Difficult) Situations with Dr. Mark Watson

VeriGeri ·

2024/06/04

Ever toss and turn after a goals of care meeting? Wondered when to consult ethics and palliative care? Had moral distress before, during, or after a family meeting in the dead of night after missing a meal and back-to-back pages? Have we got an episode for you! Join us as Dr. Mark Watson, a palliative care, hospice, and ethics expert, goes through the differences between a surrogate and a healthcare power of attorney (POA), and then we throw him into the deep end of increasingly difficult situations

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37:22

Goals Before Holes: Feeding in patients with and...

VeriGeri ·

2024/05/16

In this episode, we delve into the complexities of managing feeding difficulties in patients with advanced dementia. Dr. Kostas, a seasoned clinician in geriatric medicine, shares insights and strategies for counseling patients and families facing these challenging situations. Then, we’ll turn to Dr. Kochar, a gastroenterologist with extensive experience in procedural medicine with a unique geriatric lens. She shares insights into the complexities of assessing patients for percutaneous endoscopic

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28:49

Diarrhea and Inflammatory Bowel Disease in the Older...

VeriGeri ·

2024/04/11

Diarrhea. Abdominal pain. Weight loss. Patient might not be able to tolerate colonoscopy. What do you do?! Join us and Dr. Kochar as we go through the bread and butter of diarrhea and IBD and the "beyond" of an intersection between Geriatrics and GI. Check out the show notes for more nuggets of wisdom and quick links & references: https://verigeripodcast.com/show-notes/f/diarrhea-and-inflammatory-bowel-disease-in-the-older-adult 02:08 Introduction of Dr. Bharati Kochar 05:57 The Case 06:46 The

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44:13

Balancing Independence and Safety in an Older Adult...

VeriGeri ·

2024/03/19

"They can't live alone at home." "What's the discharge plan???" Ever meet the conundrum of providing the "right" support of an older adult at home trying to balance independence and safety? We speak with one of our star social workers, Annie Cwik-Vernon, LCSW, Advanced Social Worker in Gerontology (ASW-G), as she walks us through a difficult clinical situation, navigates different levels of care, and clarifies the selection of a decision maker. Check out the show notes for more info or the

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34:08

Falls

VeriGeri ·

2024/02/24

Which medications should I stop to prevent my patient' falls? What's the deal with Vitamin D and falls? And what matters most to Geriatricians? On this, the FIRST episode of VeriGeri, we speak with Dr. Lisa Miura, Geriatrician, Associate Professor of Medicine, and fall expert at Oregon Health and Science University to answer these questions and more. Hear Dr. Miura carefully walk us through a new patient fall assessment- including what physical exam maneuvers, labs, and imaging she utilizes to

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