In this episode of Better Edge, Northwestern Medicine geriatricians explore how emerging technologies are transforming the care of older adults. Moderated by Lee A. Lindquist, MD, and featuring Jennifer Woodward, MD, Alexandra Petrakos, MD, and Alaine Murawski, this expert panel shares how they are integrating gerontechnology into clinical practice, research and education.

What you’ll hear:
• Improving access to care: Virtual memory clinic expanding dementia evaluation and management
• Real-time clinical insights at home: Point-of-care ultrasound enabling faster diagnosis and decision-making for homebound patients
• Supporting caregivers: NIH-funded AI training (NegotiAge) helping families navigate conflict and complex care decisions
• Enabling aging in place: Practical use of telehealth, remote monitoring, and assistive technologies to enhance safety and independence
• Exploring emerging tools: Early experience with VR and other innovations to support engagement, well-being and care delivery

Nirmala Gonsalves, MD, discusses findings from the landmark DEGAS trial evaluating dupilumab in eosinophilic gastritis (EOG). She explores the evolving understanding of Type 2 inflammation, transcriptomic remodeling and the clinical implications of the trial results for gastroenterologists.

In this episode of Better Edge, Eric Ruderman, MD, sits down with Anisha Dua, MD, and Brian Jaros, MD, co-directors of Northwestern Medicine’s Vasculitis Center to walk through practical approaches to vasculitis care.

They discuss:
• Early recognition and diagnostic workup
• Treatment decisions and evolving therapies
• When to refer to a specialized center
• How guideline updates and clinical trials are shaping practice

In this episode of Better Edge, Melanie A. Stearns, MD, shares her approach to managing patients with functional neurological disorder in the inpatient rehabilitation setting. Through a compelling case study, she discusses patient selection, interdisciplinary care, the important role of psychology, what referring physicians should know, and the strategies that can help patients achieve meaningful functional recovery.

In this episode of Better Edge podcast, Rajesh N. Keswani, MD, explores major advances within the Northwestern Medicine Pancreas Program, including standardized pancreatitis care and findings from key trials. He also highlights progress in high‑risk pancreatic cancer surveillance and the expanding use of AI to enhance early detection and diagnostic accuracy.

How can clinicians make age-friendly care a seamless part of practice? Join moderator Lee A. Lindquist, MD, and experts Alexandra Petrakos, MD, Jennifer Woodward, MD, and Alaine Murawski, LSW, as they explore integrating age-friendly principles into care delivery to improve outcomes for older adults.

Learn more: breakthroughsforphysicians.nm.org/geriatrics.html

Grazia Aleppo, MD, discusses the evolving role of continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) in non-insulin-treated Type 2 diabetes, drawing from her recent review published in Diabetes Technology and Therapeutics that examines evolving evidence and real world implications.
Practical considerations for integrating CGM into routine care are also reviewed, with an emphasis on early intervention and data-driven decision-making.
Key Topics
• Evidence supporting CGM use in non-insulin-treated type 2 diabetes
• Limitations of A1C and the role of time in range
• Impact of CGM on patient engagement and self-management
• Clinical and real-world outcomes associated with CGM adoption
• Practical applications for endocrinology and primary care

Learn more about Northwestern Medicine Endocrinology 

As new data reshape treatment discussions for high-risk localized prostate cancer, understanding the nuances behind the evidence is critical. Ashley E. Ross, MD, PhD, a member of the PROTEUS (Perioperative Treatment with Erleada United with Surgery) steering committee, offers an insider's perspective on the landmark trial, including how it’s adding options for standard of care.