Latest Episodes
090 More on Avoiding Risky Medications and the 2019 AGS Beers Criteria
In This Episode: Dr. K provides more information on what's included in the 2019 update of the American Geriatrics Society AGS Beers Criteria® for...
089 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...
088 Avoiding Inappropriate Prescribing in Aging and What to Know About the Beers Criteria
In This Episode: Dr. K talks with geriatrician Dr. Michael Steinman, Professor of Medicine at UCSF and an expert on medication safety in older...
087 Coping with Difficult Older Parents
In This Episode: Dr. K talks with family caregiving expert Barbara Kane, LCSW, co-author of “Coping With Your Difficult Older Parent: A Guide for...
086 Creating Age-Friendly Health Systems at UCSF
In This Episode: Dr. K talks with Dr. Stephanie Rogers, MD MPH, about creating Age-Friendly Health Systems at UCSF, and the specific programs they've...
085 4 Blood Tests Often Ordered for Older Adults
In This Episode: Dr. K explains four “panels” of blood tests ordered for older adults, and what to keep in mind when blood tests...