Dr. Leslie Kernisan

In a health crisis, it’s difficult to know how to honor someone’s wishes. A doctor shares a true story about someone with advanced illness and her wishes.

The Power of Offering Alternatives: A True End-Of-Life Story

Not every health crisis can be planned for and, in the moment, it’s often difficult to know how to honor...

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Medical Conditions

8 Things to Have the Doctor Check After an Aging Person Falls

Falls are a serious matter for older adults. Even if there are no injuries, it’s a warning sign of underlying...

Are all your older adult’s medications still needed? Find out about the benefits of deprescribing for older patients.

Deprescribing: How to Take Less Medication for Healthier Aging

If your older adult is taking 5 or more medications, are you sure all of them are still needed? Dr....

5 top things family caregivers should know to get better medical care for seniors with dementia

Alzheimer's & Dementia

5 Things to Know for Better Healthcare in Dementia

When someone has dementia, their existing health conditions and overall health shouldn’t be overlooked by doctors with tunnel vision. Dr....

3 tips on how to decide on moving someone with dementia and 3 ways to find a better assisted living community

Alzheimer's & Dementia Memory Care / Assisted Living Facility

Problems in Assisted Living: Should You Move Someone with Alzheimer’s?

What to do when there are problems in assisted living When an older adult with Alzheimer’s disease or dementia gets...