58 I The Future of Geriatric Healthcare — Ageism and Equity with Dr. Maria Carney

We dive into the significance of health equity and systemic ageism in healthcare with Dr. Maria Carney from Northwell Health, a leading geriatrician and palliative medicine physician. Dr. Carney shares her expertise on the challenges and solutions in caring for our aging population, highlighting the importance of social health and addressing multigenerational caregiving dynamics. We also discuss the groundbreaking changes needed in healthcare systems to better serve older adults, emphasizing the role of compassionate communication and the evolving landscape of Medicare. With insights from Dr. Carney's co-authored book, "The Aging Revolution," we explore the future of aging and healthcare, making a compelling case for systemic reform to ensure dignity and quality care for all.

Overview:

• 00:00 hlth conference explores healthcare innovation and equity.
• 04:49 Over 65s will outnumber under 18s soon.
• Leadership focus on personalized, impactful healthcare plans.
• The Aging Revolution: Workforce, healthcare, future directions.
• Book explains healthcare systems and aging progress.

Resources:

• The Aging Revolution (Book)

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