Episode: Getting Started in State Advocacy

Host: Carl J. "Christian" Bergman, MD, CMD, FACP

Guest(s): Daniel Haimowitz, MD, CMD, from Pennsylvania

PALTtalk with Dr. Christian Bergman focuses on state-based grassroots advocacy and policy stories. It offers an in-depth conversation with PALTmed members who are active in their respective states and trying to improve the lives of older adults living in PALTC facilities.

In This Episode:

In this episode, host Christian Bergman, MD, CMD, FACP, will talk with Daniel Haimowitz, MD, CMD, about the crucial role of advocacy in shaping policies for PALTC residents and staff. Dr. Haimowitz shares insights on the importance of grassroots advocacy, distinguishing it from lobbying, and how health care professionals can take proactive steps to influence legislation and regulation. The conversation highlights practical steps for getting started in advocacy, the significance of forming relationships with legislators, and the power of an organized voice.

Date Recorded: August 16, 2024

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