Ask Dr. Mia: Navigating Dementia Caregiving
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Ever wonder how to help your love one through memory changes? Want to find a geriatrician or memory specialist, but they are few and far in between? Dr. Mia is a board-certified geriatrician, former sandwich generation caregiver, memory specialist, on a mission to help you navigate the healthcare system and memory care. She interviews experts and real-life caregivers to help you navigate dementia care and memory changes with confidence and grace. www.miayangmd.com
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S7E9 Navigating Hospital Stays with Dr. Monique Nugent
Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Dr. Mia welcomes Dr. Monique Nugent to discuss how caregivers can effectively advocate for loved ones in hospital settings. Dr. Nugent is also the author of…
S7E8 Navigating Retirement Communities Featuring Care Patrol
Send us Fan MailThis episode features Gina and Allie from Care Patrol discussing the complexities of transitioning seniors into retirement communities. They share insights on planning, choosing the…
S7E7 Design For Your Mind: A Tool For Healing
Send us Fan MailIn this insightful interview, Annie Guest shares her journey through caregiving, the importance of radical acceptance, and how interior design can support mental health during…
S7E6 Breaking News in Dementia with Dr. Mia Yang
Send us Fan MailThis episode covers recent advances in Alzheimer's research, including the potential link between shingles vaccination and dementia prevention, the biological shifts in aging, and…
S7E5 How to Talk to Kids About Dementia: Pinkie's Turnabout with Sue Lloyd-Davies
Send us Fan MailIn this insightful interview, Sue Lloyd-Davies discusses her book Pinkie’s Turnabout (Fitzroy, February 2026), inspired by her own experiences caring for a loved one with dementia and…
S7E4 The Power of Presence: How End-of-Life Doulas Support Families with Karon Keller McGovern
Send us Fan MailIn this heartfelt interview, Karen McGovern shares her personal and professional journey caring for loved ones at the end of life, highlighting the importance of compassion,…
S7E3 Unlocking Brain Resilience: Insights from the POINTER Study
Send us Fan MailDr. Mia explores the groundbreaking Finger Study, a global research project on brain health and Alzheimer's prevention, and the US version, called POINTER study. Discover why…
S7E2 Advice For the Sandwich Generation
Send us Fan MailIn this conversation, Dr. Mia and Dr. Catherine Madison discuss the complexities of caregiving for individuals with dementia, drawing from personal experiences and professional…
S7E1 The Changing Definition of Alzheimer's
Send us Fan MailEver wonder why the news reports on Alzheimer's causes are so confusing and what's the fuss about these amyloid plaques?This conversation delves into the evolving understanding of…
Surviving the Holidays with Archangels' Alex Drane
Send us Fan MailIn this conversation, Alex Drane and Dr. Mia discuss the challenges and realities of unpaid caregiving, emphasizing the importance of self-identification, data, and community support.…
S6E8 Dementia Basics
Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Dr. Mia talks about the common questions that come up in memory clinic such as: Chapters00:00 Understanding Dementia and Alzheimer's Basics02:54 Differentiating…
S6E7 Crossover: dementia support paid by Medicare’s GUIDE
Send us Fan MailThe "Mom, You're Grounded Podcast" hosts Allison and Jennifer discuss the GUIDE program with Dr. Mia, an innovative Medicare initiative designed to support caregivers and patients…
S6E6 Keeping Active At Home with Jodi Kolada
Send us Fan MailIn this episode of the Ask Dr. Mia podcast, Dr. Mia speaks with Jodi Colada, a director of caregiver outreach, about engaging activities for family caregivers of loved ones living…
S6E5 How to Prevent Caregiver Burnout
Send us Fan MailIn this conversation, Dr. Mia discusses her personal experiences with caregiving and grief, emphasizing the importance of understanding one's role as a caregiver, the challenges of…
S6E4 Top 5 Misconceptions About Dementia
Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Dr. Mia discusses the top misconceptions surrounding dementia and Alzheimer's disease, emphasizing the importance of understanding the differences between the two,…
S6E3 New Research On Alzheimer’s & Dementia with Dr. Christina Hugenschmidt
Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Dr. Mia and Dr. Christina Hugenschmidt discuss their insights from the Alzheimer's Association International Conference (AAIC 2025) this summer, and the importance of…
How Recent Law Changes To Medicare & Medicaid Will Affect You
Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Dr. Mia provides a comprehensive overview of Medicare and Medicaid, explaining their differences, coverage options, and the implications of recent legislative…
S6E1 Sibling Caregivers with Tamra Stokes
Send us Fan MailIn this heartfelt episode of the Ask Dr. Mia podcast, Dr. Mia sits down with Tamra Stokes, a transformational life coach, author, speaker, and founder of Reimagining Life Coaching.…
S5E10 The Most Fun Couple at a Cocktail Party with Dr. Alex Fertman; Palliative Care Physician
Send us Fan MailIn this episode of the Ask Dr. Mia podcast, Dr. Mia invites her husband, Dr. Alex Fertman, to discuss the nuances of palliative care and hospice, particularly in the context of…
S5E9 Roon: The TikTok Of Dementia Caregiving
Send us Fan MailIn this episode of Ask Dr. Mia, Rohan Ramakrishna, co-founder of Roon, discusses the innovative healthcare technology platform designed to provide patients with reliable medical…
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