Source: American Academy of Family Physicians
The CME on the Go series of the Inside Family Medicine podcast lets you earn up to 0.5 CME credits per episode — join the hosts dive into the modern challenges and opportunities in geriatric care, framed by the question: Is 80 the new 40? They discuss how shifting demographics and evolving patient priorities are redefining healthcare for older adults. From United States Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) recommendations and deprescribing strategies to lifestyle modifications and the lessons of Blue Zones, the conversation offers practical tools and insights for enhancing patient care. The episode also highlights the importance of aligning medical interventions with patient goals to ensure quality of life at every stage of aging.
Your hosts for this episode are Lauren Brown-Berchtold, MD, FAAFP, program director for the San Joaquin General Family Medicine Residency in French Camp, CA.; Jason Marker, MD, MPA, FAAFP, associate director of the Memorial Hospital Family Medicine Residency program in South Bend, IN.; and Tamaan Osbourne-Roberts, MD, MBA, FAAFP, chief medical officer and vice president of health strategy at the public sector health plan Colorado Access.
Whether you’re navigating patient queries or seeking to enhance your clinical knowledge, this episode offers valuable insights and practical advice for family physicians. Tune in now and earn CME credit.
Learning Objectives
- Explain how the baby boomer generation is changing the demographic and clinical profiles of older patients.
- Apply USPSTF recommendations to the screening and management of common geriatric condition.
- Evaluate the benefits and harms of various interventions for older patients.
- Recommend lifestyle modifications for older patients that can improve quality of life and prevent or delay chronic diseases.
Claiming Credit
After listening to the podcast episode, claim 0.5 American Academy of Family Physicians continuing medical education credit.
