Long-term care communities have become the site to address some of the most compelling ethical questions of our day, and resolving these dilemmas may be especially challenging when the individual involved has lost the capacity to participate in the...
It is well known that physical exercise has numerous benefits for all people, and it’s arguably of even greater benefit to our older population. Among the well-established positive effects of exercise are increases in strength, balance, energy level...
Dear Dr. Jeff: Recent events have reinforced the need for a reexamination of the role of discrimination and racism in every aspect of American society, not just the police and the criminal justice system. The health care system is not exempt. While...
A variety of leadership and ethical challenges have emerged because of the COVID-19 pandemic, adding to practitioners’ already overfull plates. To help practitioners successfully and efficiently address the challenges they face, AMDA – The Society...
“I’m a Mom. What’s your Superpower?” reads the front of my wife’s coffee cup. It was gifted to her by her son and was given straight from his heart. It represents the tireless, selfless efforts and deep commitment of a dedicated mom resulting in a...
Finding a career where they can thrive, make a difference, and be part of a professional community is an aim that most young professionals share. This is a goal that draws many people to AMDA – The Society for Post-Acute and Long-Term Care Medicine...
“Change is afoot,” said Colin Milner, founder and CEO of the International Council on Active Aging (ICAA), talking about “Aging Well: The Great Disruptor” at the Annual Conference of AMDA – The Society for Post-Acute and Long-Term Care Medicine in...
Daniel Haimowitz, MD, FACP, CMD, talks about how you can safely enjoy visits with your loved ones in a nursing home and help prevent the spread of COVID-19 or other infections.
