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Sept. 16, 2025

Medicare & Medicaid Cuts: This Will Harm You #healthcare #medicare #medicaid #dementiacare

In this episode, Dr. Mia provides a comprehensive overview of Medicare and Medicaid, explaining their differences, coverage options, and the implications of recent legislative changes. She emphasizes the importance of understanding these programs, especially for vulnerable populations, including the elderly and immigrants. The discussion also highlights the challenges faced by…

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Sept. 9, 2025

Medicare & Medicaid Cuts: Healthcare Needs Immigrants #healthcare #immigrants #dementiacare

n this episode, Dr. Mia provides a comprehensive overview of Medicare and Medicaid, explaining their differences, coverage options, and the implications of recent legislative changes. She emphasizes the importance of understanding these programs, especially for vulnerable populations, including the elderly and immigrants. The discussion also highlights the challenges faced by…

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Sept. 9, 2025

How Recent Law Changes To Medicaid Will Affect You - Ask Dr. Mia Navigating Dementia Caregiving

n this episode, Dr. Mia provides a comprehensive overview of Medicare and Medicaid, explaining their differences, coverage options, and the implications of recent legislative changes. She emphasizes the importance of understanding these programs, especially for vulnerable populations, including the elderly and immigrants. The discussion also highlights the challenges faced by…

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Aug. 26, 2025

Sibling Caregivers with Tamra Stokes Ask. Dr. Mia #podcast #siblingsupport #caregiving #dementia

In this heartfelt episode of the Ask Dr. Mia podcast, Dr. Mia sits down with Tamra Stokes, a transformational life coach, author, speaker, and founder of Reimagining Life Coaching. Known as The Authentic Caregiver Coach, Tamra empowers overwhelmed family caregivers to heal emotionally, rediscover themselves, and find fulfillment amid the…

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Aug. 26, 2025

Difficult Conversations w Tamra Stokes Ask. Dr. Mia #podcast #siblingsupport #caregiving #dementia

In this heartfelt episode of the Ask Dr. Mia podcast, Dr. Mia sits down with Tamra Stokes, a transformational life coach, author, speaker, and founder of Reimagining Life Coaching. Known as The Authentic Caregiver Coach, Tamra empowers overwhelmed family caregivers to heal emotionally, rediscover themselves, and find fulfillment amid the…

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Aug. 25, 2025

Difficult Conversations w Tamra Stokes Ask. Dr. Mia #podcast #siblingsupport #caregiving #dementia

In this heartfelt episode of the Ask Dr. Mia podcast, Dr. Mia sits down with Tamra Stokes, a transformational life coach, author, speaker, and founder of Reimagining Life Coaching. Known as The Authentic Caregiver Coach, Tamra empowers overwhelmed family caregivers to heal emotionally, rediscover themselves, and find fulfillment amid the…

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June 3, 2025

Best Couple at a Cocktail Party! #askdrmia #podcast #death #caregiving #podcast

In this episode of the Ask Dr. Mia podcast, Dr. Mia invites her husband, Dr. Alex Fertman, to discuss the nuances of palliative care and hospice, particularly in the context of dementia. They explore the differences between these two forms of care, the challenges families face when dealing with dementia,…

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June 3, 2025

The Most Fun Couple at a Cocktail Party with Dr. Alex Fertman #palliativecare #dementia #caregiving

In this episode of the Ask Dr. Mia podcast, Dr. Mia invites her husband, Dr. Alex Fertman, to discuss the nuances of palliative care and hospice, particularly in the context of dementia. They explore the differences between these two forms of care, the challenges families face when dealing with dementia,…

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May 20, 2025

The New Tiktok of Dementia Caregiving??? #askdrmia #roon #dementia #caregiving

In this episode of Ask Dr. Mia, Rohan Ramakrishna, co-founder of Roon, discusses the innovative healthcare technology platform designed to provide patients with reliable medical information. Roon aims to bridge the gap between patients and healthcare experts, offering personalized guidance and support. Rohan shares insights into the journey of building…

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May 20, 2025

TikTok of Dementia Caregiving - #askdrmia #roon #healthcaretechnology #caregiversupport #dementia

In this episode of Ask Dr. Mia, Rohan Ramakrishna, co-founder of Roon, discusses the innovative healthcare technology platform designed to provide patients with reliable medical information. Roon aims to bridge the gap between patients and healthcare experts, offering personalized guidance and support. Rohan shares insights into the journey of building…

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May 5, 2025

Caregiver Advocacy with Medical Sociologist Amanda Gengler, Ph.D #caregiving #healthcareadvocacy

In this episode of the Ask Dr. Mia podcast, Dr. Mia interviews Amanda Gengler, a sociology professor and author, about her personal experiences as a caregiver for her mother with Alzheimer's and her young son. They discuss the complexities of navigating the healthcare system, the emotional labor involved in caregiving,…

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May 5, 2025

Caregiver Advocacy with Medical Sociologist Amanda Gengler, Ph.D #caregiving #healthcareadvocacy

In this episode of the Ask Dr. Mia podcast, Dr. Mia interviews Amanda Gengler, a sociology professor and author, about her personal experiences as a caregiver for her mother with Alzheimer's and her young son. They discuss the complexities of navigating the healthcare system, the emotional labor involved in caregiving,…

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April 29, 2025

DEMENTIA MAN: A Conversation with Sam Simon #alzheimers #dementia #caregiving #advocacy #askdrmia

In this episode of the Ask Dr. Mia podcast, host Dr. Mia speaks with Sam Simon, a lawyer and playwright diagnosed with early-stage Alzheimer's disease. Sam shares his journey, including the impact of his diagnosis on his family, the importance of communication, and the challenges of navigating legal and financial…

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April 22, 2025

DEMENTIA MAN: A Conversation with Sam Simon #alzheimers #dementia #caregiving #advocacy #askdrmia

In this episode of the Ask Dr. Mia podcast, host Dr. Mia speaks with Sam Simon, a lawyer and playwright diagnosed with early-stage Alzheimer's disease. Sam shares his journey, including the impact of his diagnosis on his family, the importance of communication, and the challenges of navigating legal and financial…

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April 22, 2025

DEMENTIA MAN: A Conversation with Sam Simon #alzheimers #dementia #caregiving #advocacy #askdrmia

In this episode of the Ask Dr. Mia podcast, host Dr. Mia speaks with Sam Simon, a lawyer and playwright diagnosed with early-stage Alzheimer's disease. Sam shares his journey, including the impact of his diagnosis on his family, the importance of communication, and the challenges of navigating legal and financial…

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April 8, 2025

REAL TALK: Good Cop, Bad Cop & the In-Law #askdrmia #dementia #caregiversupport

In this episode of Ask Dr. Mia, Jane Smith shares her experiences as a caregiver for her mother-in-law, who is facing dementia. The conversation explores the dynamics of caregiving, the challenges of setting boundaries, and the emotional complexities involved in caring for aging family members. Jane discusses her close relationship…

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April 8, 2025

REAL TALK: Good Cop, Bad Cop & the In-Law #askdrmia #dementia #caregiver

In this episode of Ask Dr. Mia, Jane Smith shares her experiences as a caregiver for her mother-in-law, who is facing dementia. The conversation explores the dynamics of caregiving, the challenges of setting boundaries, and the emotional complexities involved in caring for aging family members. Jane discusses her close relationship…

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March 25, 2025

Top Medication Tips with Molly Hinely, ParmaD #askdrmia #pharmacist #caregiver #dementia

In this episode of Ask Dr. Mia, pharmacist Molly Hinely discusses the importance of medication management, especially for those with memory issues. She emphasizes the role of community pharmacists in simplifying medication regimens and providing support to caregivers. The conversation also covers the impact of certain medications on memory, the…

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March 25, 2025

How Do I Get My Loved Ones To Take Their Medications?!? #caregiver #dementia #pharmacist #askdrmia

In this episode of Ask Dr. Mia, pharmacist Molly Hinely discusses the importance of medication management, especially for those with memory issues. She emphasizes the role of community pharmacists in simplifying medication regimens and providing support to caregivers. The conversation also covers the impact of certain medications on memory, the…

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March 11, 2025

Weight Loss and Bone Loss w/ Dr. Kristen Beavers #weightloss #boneloss #askdrmia #ozempic #wegovy

In this episode, Dr. Mia and Dr. Kristin Beavers discuss the relationship between weight loss and bone health, emphasizing the importance of exercise, nutrition, and monitoring bone density through DEXA scans. They explore the impact of new diabetes medications on bone health and provide practical tips for maintaining bone density,…

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March 11, 2025

Weight Loss and Bone Loss w/ Dr. Kristen Beavers #weightloss #boneloss #askdrmia #ozempic #wegovy

In this episode, Dr. Mia and Dr. Kristin Beavers discuss the relationship between weight loss and bone health, emphasizing the importance of exercise, nutrition, and monitoring bone density through DEXA scans. They explore the impact of new diabetes medications on bone health and provide practical tips for maintaining bone density,…

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Feb. 25, 2025

Real Talk: A Care Transitions Story #caregiving #memorycare #assistedliving #elderlycare #dementia

In this episode of Ask Dr. Mia, host Dr. Mia Yang speaks with Josh Marquess about his family's journey in transitioning his grandmother with Alzheimer's into a memory care facility. They discuss the special bond Josh has with his grandparents, the early signs of Alzheimer's, the emotional challenges of witnessing…

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Feb. 25, 2025

Real Talk: A Care Transitions Story #caregiving #memorycare #assistedliving #elderlycare #dementia

In this episode of Ask Dr. Mia, host Dr. Mia Yang speaks with Josh Marquess about his family's journey in transitioning his grandmother with Alzheimer's into a memory care facility. They discuss the special bond Josh has with his grandparents, the early signs of Alzheimer's, the emotional challenges of witnessing…

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Feb. 11, 2025

Rightsizing with Jeannine Bryant - Ask Dr. Mia #caregiver #rightsizing #caregiving #askdrmia

In this episode of the Ask Dr. Mia podcast, Dr. Mia speaks with Jeannine Bryant, a right sizing expert, about the challenges and emotional aspects of helping seniors transition to smaller living spaces. They discuss the concept of right sizing, the importance of planning, and when to seek professional help.…

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