{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"The Memories Podcast","title":"Episode 6: Are Pills Always the Best Solution: Insights from Dr. Allen Power, Geriatrician and International Educator in Dementia Care","html":"","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":4033,"description":"Recently, I had the delightful opportunity to sit down and chat with the renowned Dr. Allen Power, a geriatrician, published author, and clinical associate professor of medicine at the University of Rochester.Our conversation challenged the status quo regarding the current culture of care and how pills, such as antipsychotics, are currently used as a bandage approach to manage symptoms associated with dementia. Dr. Power shared his 40+ years of experience in geriatric care and dementia, advocating for an experiential approach that prioritizes well-being of individuals. We discussed how a systemic change is needed to truly transform our existing institutionalized model of care to ensure all patients receive the dignity, respect, and positive quality of life they deserve.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Dr. Allen Power02:17 Journey into Geriatrics and Dementia Advocacy04:28 The Medication-Driven Approach in Dementia Care09:00 The Impact of Antipsychotics on Patients15:07 Case Study: Charlie's Experience in Two Nursing Homes17:11 Balancing Pharmaceutical and Non-Pharmaceutical Interventions18:39 The Role of Non-Pharmacological Approaches22:27 Understanding Well-Being in Dementia Care27:31 Systemic Changes for Better Care32:03 Unmet Needs and Communication in Dementia35:20 Unlocking Memory Care: A New Perspective37:01 The Institutional Model of Care: Challenges and Characteristics40:59 Transforming Nursing Homes: The Greenhouse Project45:48 Accessibility in Care: Bridging the Gap49:06 Rethinking Aging: Community and Inclusivity50:43 The Experiential Model of Care: A Shift in Perspective01:01:02 Overcoming Obstacles: Changing the Narrative01:04:03 Finding Hope: Transforming the Culture of Care","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/Z5LsP6LrXDFK3em8puwMfxA3mb24jsjyVH83PrlB04o/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS9mYTIx/ZjdmYTg0OGM2YjVk/MmIzMGZlNzg4ZTNh/MmQwNS5wbmc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}