In this enlightening episode, Dr. Alyx Porter Umphrey, the first Black female neuro-oncologist in the U.S., shares her journey founding Elevate Med. This non-profit tackles the medical education crisis by providing scholarships, mentorship, and financial literacy to underrepresented medical students. Having personally overcome $500,000 in combined medical school debt with her husband, Dr. Porter Umphrey has helped award $1.2 million to 70 students nationwide. Her work addresses healthcare disparities by supporting future physicians from Black, Latino, and Native American backgrounds who will serve their communities with cultural understanding and trust. #ElevateMed #MedicalEducation #HealthcareEquity #DiversityInMedicine #MedicalScholarships #HealthFutures #MayoClinic #MedicalMentorship #HealthcareDisparity #FutureOfMedicine #BlackDoctors #IndigenousDoctors #LatinoPhysicians #MedicalSchoolDebt #FinancialLiteracy

Dr. Michael Breus, "The Sleep Doctor," emphasizes sleep's critical role in senior health. While adults generally need 7-9 hours, individual needs vary. Poor sleep can exacerbate anxiety and depression in older adults. His recommendations include maintaining consistent wake times, understanding how sleep patterns shift with age, and promptly addressing sleep disorders like apnea. Dr. Breus advocates a holistic approach through his "Sleep, Drink, Breathe" philosophy, highlighting controlled breathing techniques, proper hydration timing, and adapting to changing sleep preferences. For caregivers, supporting consistent schedules and discussing concerns with healthcare providers can significantly improve seniors' overall wellness. #SeniorHealth #SleepQuality #AgingWell #CaregiverTips #SleepDoctor #HealthyAging #SeniorWellness #SleepHygiene

Discover how technology is revolutionizing home care in this recap of Health Futures Radio's interview with Steven Vaccaro of HHA Exchange. Learn about the "connected home care ecosystem" linking Medicaid programs, providers, and caregivers through innovative software solutions. Explore how electronic visit verification has created digital infrastructure in homes, elevating professional caregivers as critical members of healthcare teams. With 3.5 million caregivers using their platform nationwide, HHA Exchange demonstrates how data-driven insights and real-time observations can prevent hospitalizations and improve outcomes for aging adults.   #HomeCare #HealthTech #AgingInPlace #Caregivers #HealthcareInnovation #MedicaidServices #ElderCare #HomeHealthcare #SeniorCare #HealthFutures

When caring for someone with dementia, you experience what Dr. Pauline Boss calls "ambiguous loss" – the painful paradox of having someone physically present but psychologically absent. This creates "frozen grief," often unrecognized by others, leading to isolation for caregivers. Dr. Boss recommends joining support groups, maintaining social connections, accepting help, finding controllable activities, and educating family members. Even as an expert who's written eight books on the topic, she found caregiving for her husband humbling, noting "it was easier to write about it than to do it." Community support remains essential alongside medical research.   #AmbiguousLoss #DementiaCare #CaregiverSupport #FrozenGrief #PaulineBoss #MeaningAndHope #CaregiverHealth #ElderCare #AlzheimersAwareness #SupportGroups

Dr. Marc Lato, founder of “The Doctor Is In,” joined Bob Roth on Health Futures – Taking Stock in You to discuss his innovative patient advocacy service. With 60 years of healthcare experience, Dr. Lato helps individuals and families navigate the complexities of modern healthcare, bridging gaps in communication and ensuring patients receive the right care. His work is especially vital for Arizona’s aging population, addressing provider shortages, “solo aging,” and healthcare system challenges. Learn how his expertise can support your healthcare journey.     #PatientAdvocacy #HealthcareNavigation #AgingWell #SeniorCare #HealthFutures #DoctorIsIn

On this past Valentine’s Day episode of Health Futures, host Bob Roth spoke with Dr. Raul Doshi of HonorHealth Heart Care about recent innovations in cardiac care. They discussed the importance of regular screenings, the impact of sleep apnea, and how women experienced heart disease differently. Dr. Doshi highlighted advancements like leadless pacemakers, AI-powered diagnostics, and wearable monitoring devices. The episode also explored the future of heart health, including genetic therapy and personalized medicine. Listeners were encouraged to stay proactive with screenings and stay informed on new treatments.     #HeartHealth #CardiacCare #HeartDiseasePrevention #ArizonaHealth #WearableTech #AIinMedicine #HealthyHeart

Dr. Michael Gordon, Chief Medical Officer at HonorHealth Research Institute, joins Health Futures Taking Stock in You to share his inspiring journey from oncologist to cancer patient and back. His personal battle with pancreatic cancer transformed his approach to patient care, emphasizing urgency, compassion, and innovation. Dr. Gordon discusses the future of oncology, the role of AI in diagnostics, and Arizona’s growing medical landscape. With HonorHealth’s expanding research and its partnership with ASU’s new medical school, the future of cancer treatment looks promising. #HonorHealth #CancerCare #Oncology #MedicalResearch #PatientCare #ClinicalTrials #ArizonaHealthcare #HealthFutures #CancerAwareness #MedicalInnovation

Health equity is crucial as our population ages. In a recent Health Futures episode, Dr. Alan Roga of True Light Health discussed the staggering $1 trillion annual cost of healthcare disparities and their disproportionate impact on minority and elderly populations. Systemic biases in medical tools, lack of diverse clinical trials, and rising long-term care costs exacerbate the issue. True Light Health is developing innovative technology to integrate equity-focused healthcare solutions. Advocacy, policy change, and medical literacy are essential for a sustainable, inclusive future.#HealthEquity #AgingPopulation #HealthcareInnovation #HealthDisparities #InclusiveHealthcare #MedicalAdvocacy #TrueLightHealth

On Health Futures - Taking Stock in You, host Bob Roth interviews Tony Siebers, founder of Parent Projects, about his innovative digital platform revolutionizing senior care coordination. Parent Projects Connect serves as a centralized hub for families navigating caregiving responsibilities, offering document organization, care scheduling, and access to verified service providers. The platform addresses four key areas: family caregiving, aging in place, senior relocation, and end-of-life planning. With a human-centered approach and AI capabilities, Parent Projects aims to simplify the complex journey of caring for aging loved ones while maintaining dignity and autonomy.   #SeniorCare #Caregiving #AgingInPlace #FamilyCaregivers #ElderCare #SeniorLiving #CaregiversSupport #HealthTech #SeniorServices #AgingParents #Healthcare #DigitalHealth #ParentProjects #FamilyPlanning #RetirementPlanning

Pocket RN revolutionizes healthcare for aging adults by providing virtual nursing support that combines technology, compassion, and expert medical care. Founded during the COVID-19 pandemic, the company offers a "nurse for life" model, connecting patients with dedicated nurses who provide proactive and reactive support. Through innovative telehealth solutions, Pocket RN addresses social isolation, manages complex health conditions, and empowers patients to age gracefully at home. Their partnership with CMS's GUIDE program highlights their commitment to supporting dementia patients and their caregivers, transforming healthcare delivery for older adults. #AgingInPlace #HealthTech #SeniorCare #VirtualNursing #HealthcareInnovation #AgingWell #RemoteHealthcare