Latest Episodes
065 – Reconsidering “Successful Aging”
In This Episode: For Older Americans Month, Dr. K reflects on what it means to “successfully age,” and how we might help older adults...
064 – What to Know About Constipation & Laxatives
In This Episode: Dr. K explains how older adults and families can prevent and manage constipation, including how to safely and effectively use over-the-counter...
063 – Giving Yourself (And Your Family) a Gift on National Healthcare Decisions Day
In This Episode: Dr. K shares a personal story and explains why it’s so important to take the time to talk with others and...
062 – Interview: Preventing Hospital Delirium & Maintaining Brain Health
In This Episode: Dr. K talks with geriatrician Sharon Inouye, MD MPH, a nationally-known expert on delirium who is Professor of Medicine at Harvard...
061 – Interview: Using Technology to Balance Safety & Autonomy in Dementia
In This Episode: Dr. K talks with Mary Hulme, geriatric social worker specialized in dementia and the co-author of “Caring from Afar: A Guide...
060 – Interview: Negotiating Family Caregiving Expectations After Hospitalization
In This Episode: Dr. K talks with caregiving expert Carol Levine, Director of the Families and Health Care Project at the United Hospital Fund...