#386: CONTRIBUTOR SERIES - Why Ageism is Sabotaging Your Patient Care

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This episode explores the unique challenges of treating older adults, as Dr. Amna Shabbir and Dr. Collin Burks discuss the importance of avoiding ageism, recognizing cognitive changes early, and addressing delirium as a medical emergency. They also delve into the complexities of polypharmacy and stress the importance of personalized care that focuses on what matters most to each patient. Dr. Burks introduces the five M's of geriatrics—mentation, mobility, medications, multi-complexity, and what matters most—as a framework for comprehensive care.

Resources

https://www.geriguides.com/ - A resource for managing delirium and antipsychotics in older adults.

The Five M’s of Geriatrics - Mentation, Mobility, Medications, Multi-complexity, and Matters.

“The Geriatric Patient: A Systematic Approach” - Reference book for geriatric care.

“Preventing Delirium in Hospitalized Older Adults” - Article on best practices for delirium prevention.

“Recognizing and Addressing Ageism in Healthcare” - Research on the impact of ageism in medical practice.

Bios

Dr. Amna Shabbir

Dr. Amna Shabbir is a dedicated physician and guest host on the Physician's Guide to Doctoring podcast. With a strong background in primary care, she is passionate about improving healthcare for older adults. Dr. Shabbir brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to her discussions, emphasizing the importance of holistic care, addressing ageism, and enhancing the quality of life for her patients. She is committed to educating fellow physicians on the nuances of geriatric care and advocating for better practices in treating the elderly.

Dr. Collin Burks

Dr. Collin Burks completed an Advanced Fellowship in Geriatric Medicine at Duke University and is now Assistant Professor Medicine, Geriatrician and Clinician educator. She spends most of her time working in an outpatient geriatrics speciality clinic, focused on caring for people with dementia and their families. Dr. Burks has particular interests in telemedicine, ageism, and care transitions for patients.

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