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Ask Dr. Mia: Navigating Dementia Caregiving

Dr. Mia
Caregiving
Memory Care
Alzheimer's Disease
Aging
Ovarian Cancer
Grief
Palliative Care
Hospice Care
Financial Management
Senior Move Management
Exercise
Grief Counseling
Dementia
Hospital Navigation
Cognitive Decline
Healthy Aging
Downsizing
Right-Sizing
Emotional Challenges In Caregiving
Alzheimer's

Ever wonder how to help your love one through memory changes? Want to find a geriatrician or memory specialist, but they are few and far in between? Dr. Mia is a board-certified geriatrician, former sandwich generation caregiver, memory specialist, on a mission to help you navigate the healthcare system and memory care. She interviews experts and real-life caregivers to help you navigate dementia ... more

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Recent Guests

Amanda Gengler, Ph.D.
Medical sociologist and associate professor in sociology at Wake Forest University.
Wake Forest University
Episode: Caregiver Advocacy with Medical Sociologist Amanda Gengler, Ph.D
Molly Hinely
Pharmacist Manager for HM Health Week Forest Baptist Health Pharmacy Population Team in North Carolina
HM Health Week Forest Baptist Health
Episode: Forget to take meds? Pharmacist's tips with Molly Hinely, PharmD
Dr. Kristen Beavers
Professor in the Geriatrics Department of Internal Medicine
Wake Forest School of Medicine
Episode: Bone loss with weight loss? with Dr. Kristen Beavers
Josh Marquess
Family member sharing his experience with his grandmother's Alzheimer's journey.
Episode: Memory Care move with Josh Marquess - Real Talk series
Jeannine Bryant
Right sizing expert from easywritesizing.com
Easy Rightsizing
Episode: RightSizing with Jeannine Bryant
Dr. Mariana Wingood
Physical therapist and board certified geriatric specialist
Wake Forest University School of Medicine
Episode: Fall Prevention with Dr. Mariana Wingood
Bill Cohen
An encore career expert, elder mediator, and caregiver consultant who was a primary caregiver for his mother for almost 10 years.
Episode: Tips For Caregiving Family Conflicts with Bill Cohen CSA
Jenny Kim
Caregiver managing her parents' affairs
Episode: Financial Safety in Aging Parents with Jenny Kim- Real Talk series
David McLawhorn, MSW LCSW
Counselor specializing in grief and loss for the aging population.
Atrium Health, Wake Forest Baptist
Episode: Grief is the other side of love with David McLawhorn LCSW

Host

Dr. Mia Yang
A board-certified geriatrician and memory specialist, Dr. Mia Yang specializes in caring for aging adults and addresses key topics in the realm of dementia caregiving.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 22 ratings
  • A Fabulous Resource from a True Expert

    What a great resource to learn more about what we can do to improve our health as well as car for our loved ones developing dementia. I love Dr. Mia’s approach, citing the research but also relating it to how you can implement the recommendations in your everyday life. Her discussions are thoughtful and she gives great information.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Elisa Chiang
    United States4 months ago
  • Great resource to learn more about what we can do to improve our health. I love Dr. Mia's approach, cutting the research but also relating to how you can implement the recommendations in your everyday life. She shares what she does in her life as well and gives examples of what has helped her shift to better health habits.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    ElisaC
    4 months ago
  • Thank you!

    This is such an important resource to have. Really appreciate it.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    EMMamaDoc
    United States5 months ago
  • Sandwich generation? This is for you!!!!

    Smart, informed, actionable strategies for helping loved ones with dementia. Thank you!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dr VC3
    United States5 months ago
  • Dementia Man

    Awesome podcast. THANK YOU. I am a geriatric psychiatrist and one of your fans.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Abhilash Desai
    United States5 months ago

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The podcast is recognized as a valuable resource for both laypersons and professionals, often enhancing understanding of aging and dementia topics.
There are frequent mentions of the relatable nature of the stories shared, resonating deeply with those who are caregivers themselves.
Listeners appreciate the compassionate and informative approach of the host, often highlighting the practical insights provided in each episode.

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Fall Prevention with Dr. Mariana Wingood
Q: What resources can help older adults continue exercising after physical therapy?
Resources like Go for Life, YouTube exercise classes, and community activities can help keep older adults active.
Fall Prevention with Dr. Mariana Wingood
Q: What can older adults do if they want to minimize injuries?
They should be active and build muscle, starting with seated exercises and progressing gradually for safety.
Fall Prevention with Dr. Mariana Wingood
Q: How did you get interested in physical therapy, and especially in geriatric physical therapy?
Dr. Wingood has always wanted to work with older adults, influenced by her grandmother, and chose physical therapy due to her love for exercise and its health benefits.
Bone loss with weight loss? with Dr. Kristen Beavers
Q: What are the implications of new diabetes medications on bone health?
New diabetes medications may lead to significant weight loss, but they also carry the potential risk of bone loss, necessitating further research and monitoring.
Bone loss with weight loss? with Dr. Kristen Beavers
Q: What do we know about weight loss and bone loss in general?
Generally, weight loss often results in bone loss, especially with caloric restriction. Losing 10% of body weight could result in the loss of 1% to 4% of bone, depending on the site.

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This podcast focuses on the challenges and strategies related to dementia caregiving and aging, providing insights not only from medical experts but also from real-life caregivers. The discussions range across various topics, including memory loss, emotional labor in caregiving, medication management, and healthy aging strategies. Unique to this podcast is the combination of expert interviews with personal stories from caregivers, making the content relatable for listeners who may be navigating similar experiences with their elderly loved ones. The host, a qualified geriatrician and former caregiver, seeks to equip listeners with practical knowledge and empathy, delivering valuable resources around the complexities of aging and dementia.

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2. Molly Hinely
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5. Jeannine Bryant
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7. Bill Cohen
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