The MDTea Podcast

This episode explores the evidence around treatment of high blood pressure in older adults. We focus on principles rather than the specifics of medications.

Show notes are available to view and download at www.thehearingaidpodcasts.org.uk for more detail and curriculum mapping against Foundation, CMT, GPVTS, Geriatric Registrar, ANP and NHS Knowledge Skills Framework (KSF) programmes.

Presented by: Dr Iain Wilkinson and Dr Jo Preston, Consultant Geriatricians

Contributing Faculty Mike Okorie and Pam Trangmar

In this episode we explore postural hypotension, what causes it and what you and your patient can do about it. Starting with a brief recap of physiology to help, we guide you through conservative measures and lastly medications.

CPD log and show notes are available to view and download at www.thehearingaidpodcasts.org.uk for more detail and curriculum mapping against Foundation, CMT, GPVTS, Geriatric Registrar, ANP and NHS Knowledge Skills Framework (KSF) programmes.

Presented by: Dr Iain Wilkinson and Dr Jo Preston, Consultant Geriatricians

In this episode we look at what advanced care plans are and when and how you might want to complete one.

Show notes are available to view and download at www.thehearingaidpodcasts.org.uk for more detail and curriculum mapping against Foundation, CMT, GPVTS, Geriatric Registrar, ANP and NHS Knowledge Skills Framework (KSF) programmes.

Presented by: Dr Iain Wilkinson and Dr Jo Preston, Consultant Geriatricians

Contributing Faculty: Tracy Szekely, Wendy Grovesnor, Pam Trangmar

This episode will explore the specific issues faced by those in unpaid carer roles, including the male perspective. We will outline the importance of taking opportunities to sign post for carers assessments of their own needs.

Show notes are available at www.thehearingaidpodcasts.org.uk for more detail alongside CPD reflection log and curriculum mapping against Foundation, CMT, GPVTS, ANP and NHS Knowledge Skills Framework (KSF) programmes.

Presented by: Jackie Lelkes, Social Worker, Chris O'Connor, Consultant Admiral Nurse, Dr Jo Preston and Dr Iain Wilkinson, Consultant Geriatricians

Epilepsy can be underdiagnosed in older adults but also incorrect diagnosis have consequences for driving and potential medication side effects so it is essential to get it right.

Show notes are available at www.thehearingaidpodcasts.org.uk for more detail alongside CPD reflection log and curriculum mapping against Foundation, CMT, GPVTS, ANP and NHS Knowledge Skills Framework (KSF) programmes.

Presented by: Dr Gaggan Singh Alg, Geriatric Medicine Trainee, Dr Jo Preston and Dr Iain Wilkinson, Consultant Geriatricians.

In this episode we will look at hearing loss and how it is associated with older age. We will explore red flags for hearing loss being more serious, some anatomy, practical tips for communicating and aids that are available.

Show notes are available at www.thehearingaidpodcasts.org.uk for more detail alongside CPD reflection log and curriculum mapping against Foundation, CMT, GPVTS, ANP and NHS Knowledge Skills Framework (KSF) programmes.

Presented by: Kerry Downes, Audiologist, Dr Jo Preston and Dr Iain Wilkinson, Consultant Geriatricians.

In this episode we explore the underpinning principles of Deprivision of Liberty Safeguards, how deprivation of liberty differs from restraint and how to apply 'the acid test'.

Show notes are available at www.thehearingaidpodcasts.org.uk for more detail alongside CPD reflection log and curriculum mapping against Foundation, CMT, GPVTS, ANP and NHS Knowledge Skills Framework (KSF) programmes.

Presented by: Jackie Lelkes, Social Worker, Chris O'Connor, Consultant Admiral Nurse, Dr Jo Preston and Dr Iain Wilkinson, Consultant Geriatricians

In this episode we outline management of this common condition this in older adults including medications, how decide what targets to aim for.

Show notes are available at thehearingaidpodcasts.org.uk for more detail alongside CPD reflection log and curriculum mapping against Foundation, CMT, GPVTS, ANP and NHS Knowledge Skills Framework (KSF) programmes.

Presented by: Dr Jo Preston and Dr Iain Wilkinson, Consultant Geriatricians

Contributing Faculty: Wendy Grosvenor, Nurse and Dr Gabor Szekely, GP.

Following on from an episode last series (4.10), we look at how to approach managing someone with BPSD, both pharmacological and non-pharmacological.

Show notes are available at www.thehearingaidpodcasts.org.uk for more detail alongside CPD reflection log and curriculum mapping against Foundation, CMT, GPVTS, ANP and NHS Knowledge Skills Framework (KSF) programmes.

Presented by: Dr Cate Bailey, Old Age and General Adult Trainee in Psychiatry, Dr Victoria Osman-Hicks, Consultant in Older Adult Liaison Psychiatry, Chris O'Connor, Consultant Admiral Nurse, Dr Jo Preston and Dr Iain Wilkinson, Consultant Geriatricians.

In this episode we explore the cycle of fear of falling and its relationship with falls and gait disturbance. Fear of falling is a common syndrome which is an independent risk factor for falls. Addressing it can help reduce falls risk and confidence and maintain independence.