Episode: Aug/Sept 2025, with Special Guest Swati Gaur, MD, MBA, CMD, on Infection Prevention and Control and Scabies Host: Karl Steinberg, MD, CMD Guest(s): Swati Gaur, MD, MBA, CMD; Elizabeth Galik, PhD, CRNP (editor-in-chief) In This Episode: In this episode, host Dr. Karl Steinberg, MD, CMD, and editor-in-chief Dr. Elizabeth Galik, PhD, CRNP, discuss our August/September issue of Caring for the Ages . Special Guest Swati Gaur, MD, MBA, CMD, joins to discuss infection prevention and control, l...
Aug 11, 2025•48 min•Ep. 332
Episode: PALTtalk with JAMDA | July 2025 Host: Karl Steinberg, MD, CMD, HMDC Guest(s): Bonaventure A. Egbujie, PhD; John P. Hirdes, PhD; Katherine M. Abbott, PhD; Paul Katz, MD, CMD (Co-Editor-in-Chief); Barbara Resnick, PhD, RN, CRNP (Co-Editor-in-Chief) In This Episode: In this episode, host Karl Steinberg, MD, CMD, and co-editors-in-chief Paul Katz, MD, CMD, and Barbara Resnick, PhD, RN, CRNP, discuss three articles from the July JAMDA issue. First, they talk with Bonaventure (Bon) Egbujie, P...
Jul 21, 2025•46 min•Ep. 330
In this episode of PALTtalk: Advocacy in Action , hosts Alex Bardakh and Dr. Timothy Holahan share the latest developments in PALTC advocacy. Topics this month include the passage of H.R. 1, the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBA); the recent dissolution of the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) and what it means for vaccination guidance moving forward; and a new Florida law requiring all medical directors to be certified or in the process of becoming certified by January 1, 2026....
Jul 15, 2025•28 min•Ep. 329
Episode: PALTtalk with JAMDA | June 2025, with Special Guest Shawn Doss, BA, on Transitional Care and Early Hospital Discharge through the Care at Home Program Host: Karl Steinberg, MD, CMD, HMDC Guest(s): Shawn M. Doss, BA; Barbara Resnick, PhD, RN, CRNP (Co-Editor-in-Chief) In This Episode: In this episode, host Dr. Karl Steinberg, MD, CMD, HMDC, and co-editor-in-chief Dr. Barbara Resnick, PhD, RN, CRNP, are joined by Shawn Doss, BA, to explore the latest research in post-acute and long-term c...
Jul 03, 2025•40 min•Ep. 328
In this episode, host Dr. Karl Steinberg, MD, CMD, and editor-in-chief Dr. Elizabeth Galik, PhD, CRNP, discuss our June/July issue of Caring for the Ages . Special guests Susan Mullaney, DNP, CNP, GNP-BC, GS-C, FAAN, FAANP, and Marianne Shaughnessy, PhD, AGPCNP-BC, GS-C, FAAN, join to discuss advanced practice nursing roles in gerontology, including the new Gerontological Specialist Certification supported by the Gerontological Advanced Practice Nurses Association (GAPNA). Drs. Steinberg and Gal...
Jun 02, 2025•34 min•Ep. 327
Join Dr. Karl Steinberg and Dr. Paul Katz as they highlight three articles from the May 2025 issue of JAMDA . In this episode, they speak with Dr. Richard Stefanacci about a new paradigm in fall management that emphasizes injury mitigation over fall prevention alone. They also chat with Zain Pasat, MSc, about a study conducted by his research team examining the alignment between home care needs assessments and actual changes in older adults' health. Lastly, they explore a systematic review of dy...
May 23, 2025•37 min•Ep. 325
Alex Bardakh, MPP, CAE, PALTmed's Senior Director of Advocacy and Strategic Partnerships, and Timothy Holahan, DO, CMD, Chair of the Public Policy Steering Committee, explore how new federal policy developments could shape the future of post-acute and long-term care. From physician payment updates and budget negotiations to CMS’s “Make America Healthy Again” plan, they discuss both the challenges and the opportunities ahead. While pointing out where nursing home care deserves greater focus, they...
May 21, 2025•32 min•Ep. 326
In this episode, host Dr. Karl Steinberg, MD, CMD, and editor-in-chief Dr. Elizabeth Galik, PhD, CRNP, discuss our May issue of Caring for the Ages . Special Guest Ameera Chakravarthy, PhD, RN, ACNP-BC, FNP-BC, CNE, joins to discuss her cover story on managing sarcopenia in long-term care. Drs. Steinberg and Galik also discuss our cover story on how immigrant staff can ease the workforce crisis, Dr. Galik's article on compassion in healthcare, and the new emphasis on psychotropic medications and...
May 01, 2025•34 min•Ep. 324
Join Dr. Karl Steinberg and Dr. Barbara Resnick as they highlight four articles from the April 2025 issue of JAMDA . In this episode, Victoria Winogora discusses her systematic review on live hospice discharges in individuals with cognitive disabilities. Plus, they explore the latest research on fall-risk medications, the impact of social engagement in dementia care, and how exercise is proving to be an effective treatment for depression in older adults. Host: Karl Steinberg, MD, CMD, HMDC (Asso...
Apr 24, 2025•35 min•Ep. 323
In this episode, host Dr. Paul Katz, MD, CMD, and co-editor-in-chief Dr. Barbara Resnick, PhD, RN, CRNP, FAAN, FAANP, explore the latest research in post-acute and long-term care. Dr. Madeline Sterling, MD, discusses how unions affect direct care workers’ employment conditions, economic outcomes, and well-being. Dr. Lillian Hung, RN, PhD, shares insights on the joy of caregiving and its impact on workforce well-being. Dr. Katz rounds out the discussion with a review of a study on dementia specia...
Apr 09, 2025•36 min•Ep. 321
Alex Bardakh, MPP, CAE, PALTmed's Senior Director of Advocacy and Strategic Partnerships, and Timothy Holahan, DO, CMD, Chair of the Public Policy Steering Committee, share the latest news from the nation’s capital. This month, they are joined by special guest William Mercer, MD, CMD, PALTmed's 2025 Medical Director of the Year, who shares his inspiring journey from practicing medicine in rural West Virginia to becoming a dedicated advocate for long-term care policy in his home state. Hosts: Ale...
Apr 07, 2025•36 min•Ep. 322
Host Dr. Diane Sanders-Cepeda, DO, CMD, is joined by Dr. Victoria Walker, MD, CMD, FAAFP, Carolyn Kazdan, MHSA, NHA, BCPA, and Dr. David Siskind, MD, CMD, to discuss the latest CMS surveyor guidance and what it means for medical directors in post-acute and long-term care. They break down key changes, including increased expectations around QAPI, facility assessments, and psychotropic medication oversight, and share practical strategies to stay prepared and support quality resident care. Note: At...
Mar 26, 2025•40 min•Ep. 320
In this episode, host Dr. Diane Sanders-Cepeda is joined by Dr. Steven Buslovich, MD, CMD, MS, for an engaging discussion on value-based care. They explore topics such as aligning care teams, improving patient outcomes, and the challenges of transitioning to value-driven models. With expert insights and practical strategies, they offer actionable steps for navigating the evolving landscape of value-based care, focusing on optimizing care delivery and achieving meaningful outcomes. Host: Diane Sa...
Mar 11, 2025•40 min•Ep. 319
In this episode, host Dr. Karl Steinberg, MD, CMD, and editor-in-chief Dr. Elizabeth Galik, PhD, CRNP, discuss the special section on artificial intelligence (AI) in our March/April issue of Caring for the Ages . Special Guest Lisa Lind, PhD, ABPP joins to discuss the potential for AI to alleviate loneliness amongst residents in long-term care settings, cautioning that AI should augment and not replace real human interaction. Drs. Steinberg and Galik also discuss our cover story on the basics of...
Mar 05, 2025•33 min•Ep. 318
Alex Bardakh, MPP, CAE, PALTmed's Senior Director of Advocacy and Strategic Partnerships, and Timothy Holahan, DO, CMD, Chair of the Public Policy Steering Committee, share the latest news from the nation’s capital. This month, they are joined by special guest Sue Emmer, founder of I Street Advocates, to explore the power of building relationships in lobbying, the role of advocacy in shaping healthcare policy, and the latest legislative developments affecting PALTC. Questions? Email Alex at abar...
Mar 01, 2025•42 min•Ep. 317
In this episode, host Dr. Karl Steinberg, MD, HMDC, CMD, and co-editor-in-chief Dr. Barbara Resnick, PhD, RN, CRNP, FAAN, FAANP, are joined by Dr. Nasir Wabe, PhD, MScEpid, PGDMLAI, MScClinPharm, BPharm, to explore the latest research in post-acute and long-term care. Topics include the over and underuse of proton pump inhibitors in nursing homes, the impact of physical therapy staffing on resident health outcomes, early findings on the experiences of care aides supporting residents with psychol...
Feb 27, 2025•28 min•Ep. 316
Dr. Diane Sanders-Cepeda is joined by Patricia L. Bach, PsyD, RN, and Fatima Sheikh, MD, CMD, MPH, for an insightful discussion on finding joy and fulfillment in clinical practice. Building on insights from their presentation at PALTmed’s PALTC24 Annual Meeting, they explore clinician burnout, the importance of self-care, and strategies to build resilience in healthcare. Through practical insights, personal stories, and research-backed approaches, they offer actionable steps to cultivate joy, gr...
Feb 14, 2025•36 min•Ep. 311
Alex Bardakh, MPP, CAE, PALTmed's Senior Director of Advocacy and Strategic Partnerships, and Timothy Holahan, DO, CMD, Chair of the Public Policy Steering Committee, share the latest news from the nation’s capital. Gregory L. Alexander, PhD, RN, FAAN, FACMI, FIAHSI, joins the discussion to offer his perspective on the expanding role of technology in PALTC. Questions? Email Alex at abardakh@paltmed.org . Hosts: Alex Bardakh, MPP, CAE; Timothy Holahan, DO, CMD Guest: Gregory L. Alexander, PhD, RN...
Jan 31, 2025•37 min•Ep. 315
In this episode, host Dr. Karl Steinberg, MD, HMDC, CMD, is joined by co-editors-in-chief Dr. Barbara Resnick, PhD, RN, CRNP, FAAN, FAANP, and Dr. Paul Katz, MD, CMD, to explore the latest research in post-acute and long-term care. Matthew P. Maughan, MBA, MS, shares his research on how nursing home staffing levels and resident characteristics differ between larger and smaller chains, highlighting disparities in staffing ratios and patient complexity. Dr. Tetyana P. Shippee, PhD, discusses her w...
Jan 27, 2025•49 min•Ep. 314
In this episode, host Dr. Karl Steinberg, MD, CMD, and editor-in-chief Dr. Elizabeth Galik, PhD, CRNP, discuss our January/February issue of Caring for the Ages . Special Guest Daniel Butler, MD, joins to discuss chronic pruritus and what practitioners can do to help patients afflicted with this common condition. Drs. Steinberg and Galik also discuss our cover story on value-based care and what it means for practitioners in post-acute and long-term care. Dr. Galik shares insights from her own ti...
Jan 03, 2025•38 min•Ep. 309
In this episode, host Dr. Karl Steinberg, MD, HMDC, CMD, and co-editor-in-chief Dr. Barbara Resnick, PhD, RN, CRNP, FAAN, FAANP, are joined by Dr. Jiska Cohen-Mansfield, PhD, and Dr. Caleb Alexander, MD, MS, to explore the latest research in post-acute and long-term care. Topics include improving well-being in dementia care with Enhanced Group Activity Kits (EGAKs), comparing the safety and effectiveness of anticoagulants in nursing home residents with atrial fibrillation, and insights from two ...
Dec 19, 2024•46 min•Ep. 313
Dr. Diane Sanders-Cepeda is joined by Calvin Groeneweg, Vice President of Risk Management at Sequoia Living and President of the American Assisted Living Nurses Association (AALNA), to discuss emergency and disaster preparedness in post-acute and long-term care (PALTC). The conversation covers strategies for conducting routine safety evaluations, managing major emergencies, and fostering a safer environment for residents and staff. They also explore practical insights and actionable steps for st...
Dec 05, 2024•34 min•Ep. 307
Alex Bardakh, MPP, CAE, PALTmed's Senior Director of Advocacy and Strategic Partnerships, and Timothy Holahan, DO, CMD, Chair of the Public Policy Steering Committee, discuss the latest news from the nation’s capital. They are joined by Dr. Dallas Nelson, MD, CMD, who shares her insights on leveraging local advocacy to influence policy decisions in post-acute and long-term care (PALTC). The conversation also explores telehealth's growing role and its potential impact on the future of care, as we...
Nov 25, 2024•25 min•Ep. 308
Episode: November 2024 Host: Karl Steinberg, MD, HMDC, CMD Guest(s): John R. Bowblis, PhD; Michelle M. Hilgeman, PhD; Barbara Resnick, PhD, RN, CRNP, FAAN, FAANP (Co-Editor-in-Chief, JAMDA ); Paul Katz, MD, CMD (Co-Editor-in-Chief, JAMDA ) In This Episode: In this episode, host Dr. Karl Steinberg, MD, HMDC, CMD, is joined by co-editors-in-chief Dr. Barbara Resnick, PhD, RN, CRNP, FAAN, FAANP, and Dr. Paul Katz, MD, CMD, to explore the latest research in post-acute and long-term care. Dr. John Bo...
Nov 22, 2024•39 min•Ep. 306
Episode: November/December Issue on Controversies in PALTC with Special Guest Joanne Kaldy Host: Karl Steinberg, MD, HMDC, CMD (Editor Emeritus) Guest(s): Joanne Kaldy (Senior Contributing Writer); Elizabeth Galik, PhD, CRNP (Editor-in-Chief) In This Episode: In this episode, host Dr. Karl Steinberg, MD, CMD, and editor-in-chief Dr. Elizabeth Galik, PhD, CRNP, discuss our November-December issue of Caring for the Ages with our senior contributing writer Joanne Kaldy. Not only does this podcast c...
Nov 07, 2024•36 min•Ep. 305
Episode: Leading the Way Through Respiratory Virus Season Host: Ghinwa Dumyati, MD, Professor of Medicine, Director of the Communicable Diseases Surveillance and Prevention Program, University of Rochester Guest(s): Kelly Langford, Online Communications Director for the Risk Less. Do More. Campaign, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services In This Episode: In this episode of PALTtalk, Dr. Ghinwa Dumyati and Kelly Langford discuss the importance of immunizations during respiratory virus seaso...
Oct 30, 2024•42 min•Ep. 301
Episode: October 2024, with Special Guest Dr. Kate Galluzzi on Utilization of Telemedicine to Supervise Medical Students in the PALTC Setting Host: Karl Steinberg, MD, HMDC, CMD Guest(s): Katherine E. Galluzzi, DO, CMD, FACOFP *dist.*; Barbara Resnick, PhD, CRNP (Co-Editor-in-Chief, JAMDA ) In This Episode: In this episode, host Dr. Karl Steinberg, MD, CMD, and co-editor-in-chief Dr. Barb Resnick, PhD, CRNP, will talk with Dr. Galluzzi about her focus on utilization of telemedicine to supervise ...
Oct 25, 2024•43 min•Ep. 304
Episode: Value-Based Care, with Special Guest Dr. Walter Lin Host: Diane Sanders-Cepeda, DO, CMD Guest(s): Walter Lin, MD, MBA In This Episode: In this episode, host Diane Sanders-Cepeda, DO, CMD, and special guest Walter Lin, MD, MBA, discuss how value-based care is transforming post-acute and long-term care, sharing insights on implementing patient-centered models to improve outcomes while reducing costs. Date Recorded: August 8, 2024 Available Credit: The American Board of Post-Acute and Long...
Oct 21, 2024•35 min•Ep. 303
Episode: October 2024 Host: Alex Bardakh, MPP, CAE Guest: Timothy Holahan, DO, CMD In This Episode: In this episode, Alex Bardakh, MPP, CAE, PALTmed's Senior Director of Advocacy and Strategic Partnerships, and Dr. Timothy Holahan, DO, CMD, Chair of the Public Policy Steering Committee, discuss how PALTC providers can manage work-life balance while staying up to date on key legislative issues. They cover topics such as the CMS staffing mandate, telehealth extensions, and how member input is driv...
Oct 16, 2024•23 min•Ep. 302
Episode: October Issue with Special Guest Melissa McClean on a Geriatric Workforce Enhancement Program Host: Karl Steinberg, MD, HMDC, CMD Guest(s): Elizabeth Galik, PhD, CRNP (editor-in-chief); Melissa McClean, MSN, CRNP, ANP-BC, ACHPN In This Episode: In this episode, host Dr. Karl Steinberg, MD, CMD, and editor-in-chief Dr. Elizabeth Galik, PhD, CRNP, discuss our October issue of Caring for the Ages with guest Melissa McClean, MSN, CRNP, ANP-BC, ACHPN. Ms. McClean talks about a geriatric work...
Oct 11, 2024•34 min•Ep. 300
