MisUnderstanding Dementia Podcast

MisUnderstanding Dementia Podcast

By Michael ChuaHealth & Fitness
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MisUnderstanding Dementia Podcast episodes

  • Interview with Pamala Hansen, LCSW of Wild Clarity Counseling

    Interview with Pamala Hansen, LCSW of Wild Clarity Counseling

    For this episode, Dr. Mike Chua is with Pamala Hansen. She is a licensed social worker, (LCSW) from Wild Clarity Counseling. Together they talk about who is Pam and the people she caters to. Pam also shares the things she loves about her work.

    In this episode:

    01:30 – Who is Pamala Hansen and what does she do?
    02:15 - What is Pamala’s specialty?
    03:30 – How can people qualify to get Pamala’s services?
    05:15 – Pamala shares her favorite things about her job.

    Mobile: 731-624-1624

    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wildclaritycounseling/

    Website: https://www.wildclaritycounseling.com/?fbclid=IwAR2X38jCBbVMjga6tjE0t0HF735-Ui9d4-ky8eZTNxR1MU_JUK12UOxM8Hc

    11 min
  • Interview with Ms. Amanda Leitch of Alzheimer's Tennessee

    Interview with Ms. Amanda Leitch of Alzheimer's Tennessee

    For today’s episode, Dr. Mike Chua is with Ms. Amanda Leitch. She is the director of Alzheimer's Tennessee. Together they talk about the difference between Alzheimer’s and Dementia and the importance of finding support for you and your loved one.

    In this episode:

    01:30 – Who is Ms. Amanda and what does she do?
    02:40 – What is the difference between Alzheimer's and Dementia?
    04:25 – What are the signs of Alzheimer’s?
    10:15 – What are the areas that Amanda goes to?
    11:05 – Amanda talks about her upcoming events.
    13:00 – Amanda shares her parting wisdom for the audience.

    Mobile: 731-694-8065

    Website: https://www.alztennessee.org/home

    15 min
  • Interview with Ms. Carrie Brawley Administrator of Unity Psych Hospital

    Interview with Ms. Carrie Brawley Administrator of Unity Psych Hospital

    For this episode, Dr. Mike Chua is with Ms. Carrie Brawley. She is the administrator of Unity Psych Hospital. They talk about the qualifications to be admitted in a psych hospital and the step by step process that patients had to go through. Carrie also shares the different services and activities that they offer.

    In this episode:

    01:25 – Who is Ms. Carrie and what does she do?
    02:00 – Carrie shares the services that they offer.
    03:15 – Carrie talks about the whole process of their patients, from qualification to admission.
    06:10 – What are the activities that they offer?
    9:20 – Carrie gives her parting wisdom for the audience.

    Address: Unity Psychiatric Care - Martin

    458 Hannings Lane, Martin, TN 38237

    Mobile: 731-588-2830

    Website: https://www.unitypsych.com/


    13 min
  • Interview with Ms. Sarah Scott of Jackson Meadows

    Interview with Ms. Sarah Scott of Jackson Meadows

    For today’s episode, Dr. Mike Chua is with Ms. Sarah Scott. She is the community sales manager at Jackson Meadows. Together they talk about who is Sarah and what Jackson Meadows is. Sarah shares the services that they offer and what are the lives in the community like.

    In this episode:

    01:30 – Who is Sarah Scott and what does she do?
    02:25 – What are the services that Jackson Meadows offer?
    06:05 – Sarah talks about what a community really is and that it’s not everything.
    7:45 – Sarah shares her parting wisdom to the audience.

    Mobile: 731-661-0095

    Address: 25 Max Lane Dr, Jackson, TN 38305

    Website: https://www.seniorhousingnet.com/seniorliving-detail/jackson-meadow_25-max-lane-dr_jackson_tn_38305-633948

    12 min
  • Interview with Director of Operations Mr. Frank Burns, Jr. of West TN Medical Group

    Interview with Director of Operations Mr. Frank Burns, Jr. of West TN Medical Group

    For today’s episode, Dr. Mike Chua is with Frank Burns, Jr. He is the director of operations of West TN Medical Group. They talk about what is West Tn Medical Group, the specialties that they have and the areas that they handle.

    In this episode:

    01:40 – Who is Frank Burns, Jr.?
    02:15 – What brought Frank to west TN?
    02:40 – Frank discuss what he does and the areas that they handle.
    04:45 – What are the different specialties that West TN Medical Group has?

    Website: https://www.wth.org/

    8 min
  • Interview with Charter Senior Living with Ms. Peggy and Ms. Tina

    Interview with Charter Senior Living with Ms. Peggy and Ms. Tina

    For today’s episode, Dr. Mike Chua is with Ms. Peggy and Ms. Tina from Charter Senior Living. They discuss the many services and fun activities that they offer. They also talk about the importance of planning for your elderly loved one’s future care and how medication management is a must.

    In this episode:

    01:05 – Who is Ms. Peggy?
    01:35 – What are the activities that they have?
    02:35 – Who is Ms. Tina and what does she do?
    04:15 – The importance of medication management.
    05:00 – What are the common causes of falls?
    10:00 – Ms. Tina’s parting wisdom for the audience.

    Ms. Peggy’s email: marketingcharterjackson.com

    Mobile: 731-616-1600

    Alternative mobile: 731-423-1004

    Ms. Tina’s Email: [email protected]

    Website: https://www.charterjackson.com/


    12 min
  • Interview with Mr. Bryson McQuiston Owner of Home Instead, Jackson, TN

    Interview with Mr. Bryson McQuiston Owner of Home Instead, Jackson, TN

    Aging is something all of us cannot avoid and to do it wonderfully should be a must. For this episode, Dr. Mike Chua is with Bryson McQuiston. He is the owner of Home Instead in Jackson TN. They discuss the importance of preparing for your place of aging and the whole process. Bryson also talks about why he got into the business and the services that they offer.

    In this episode:

    01:40 – Who is Mr. Bryson McQuiston and what does he do?
    03:20 – Why did Mr. Bryson start Home Instead?
    05:25 – The importance of preparation.
    09:45 – Mr. Bryson explains the whole process that their clients had to experience.
    12:15 – Mr. Bryson shares his parting wisdom with the audience.

    Mobile number: 731-984-7062

    Website: https://www.homeinstead.com/

    Facebook: https://web.facebook.com/homeinsteadinc

    14 min
  • How to lose weight safely and effectively with Dr. Ruth Ann Slayton

    How to lose weight safely and effectively with Dr. Ruth Ann Slayton

    Obesity is a serious health issue but not everyone knows how to handle it properly. So, for today’s episode, Dr. Mike Chua is with Dr. Ruth Ann Slayton. She is a Doctor of Nursing practitioner, (DNP) and owner of Corner Clinic. Dr. Ruth and Dr. Mike discuss what is BMI and how it can determine if you need to lose weight or not. Dr. Ruth shares her programs, the medicine that she uses and how changing your lifestyle can help you reach your weight loss goals.

    In this episode:

    01:35 – Who is Dr. Ruth Slayton and what does she do?
    02:10 – What is obesity and body mass index or BMI?
    03:10 – Dr. Ruth discusses how to safely but effectively lose weight.
    04:15 – Dr. Ruth shares her weight loss program.
    06:45 – Dr. Ruth talks about some of the ways she helps her patients lose weight.
    09:05 – What is an inhibitor medicine?
    10:30 – Dr. Ruth gives her parting wisdom to the audience.

    Mobile: 731-238-2338

    Address: 1104 W VanHook, Milan, Tennessee

    Website: https://www.cornerclinic2021.com/

    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cornerclinic2021

    14 min
  • How to Manage Your Diabetes with Ms. Deborah Leggett, FNP of Family Medical Clinic

    How to Manage Your Diabetes with Ms. Deborah Leggett, FNP of Family Medical Clinic

    Diabetes is a common yet dangerous disease. For today’s episode, Dr. Mike Chua is joined by Ms. Deborah Leggett. She is a family nurse practitioner, (FNP) at the Family Medical Clinic in Jackson TN. Together, they talk about what is Diabetes and its types. What are the different symptoms to watch out for, the medications available, and how to Manage Your Diabetes.

    In this episode:

    02:10 – Who is Deborah Leggett and what does she do?
    03:50 – Deborah discusses what is Diabetes and how to deal with a diabetic.
    06:10 – What are the two types of Diabetes?
    07:20 – Deborah explains the different ways to check her patients’ sugar levels.
    08:40 – What is the normal sugar level for healthy people?
    09:50 – Deborah talks about A1C process and how it helps monitor her patients.
    11:20 – What are the signs and symptoms of Diabetes?
    15:10 – Deborah shares the common ways to manage Diabetes.
    17:15 – The benefits of monitoring your blood sugar.
    21:21 – Deborah discusses some medication she usually recommends to her diabetic patients.
    23:10 – Deborah shares what she learned over the years and how treating Diabetes improved greatly.

    Address:

    45 Hurt St, Trezevant, TN 38258-2505

    Deborah’s mobile numbers: (731) 300-2001 / (731) 669-3864

    Website: https://fmcjackson.com/

    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/fmcofjackson

    29 min
  • The Benefits of IV Hydration with Nurse Practitioner Deseray Melton, FNP

    The Benefits of IV Hydration with Nurse Practitioner Deseray Melton, FNP

    Hydrating your body is really important. And drinking water is not the only way to do it. For today’s episode, Dr. Mike Chua is with Deseray Melton. She is a nurse practitioner, FNP and the owner of Infused IV Hydration and Wellness spa. They discuss the benefits of IV hydration and the services that they offer.

    In this episode:

    01:40 – Who is Deseray Milton and what does she do?
    03:35 – Who are the ideal clients that Deseray serves?
    06:45 – Deseray talks about the services that they offer.
    07:55 – How does Deseray get her products?
    09:00 – Deseray shares what to expect when clients come in.

    Address: 429 Walker Rd, Ste B, Jackson, TN, United States, Tennessee 

    Mobile: 731-426-4848

    Website: Www.infusedIVhydration.com

    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100083481453651


    14 min

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