In this episode, I had the pleasure and an honor to speak with Debby Deutsch, BCPA. Debby holds a Graduate Certificate in Consumer Health Advocacy – UW Madison, and Board Certification from the Patient Advocate Certification Board. She is the Founder/CEO of Patient Care Partners, LLC, a private patient advocacy firm since 2016, serving southcentral WI and beyond.  Debby and her team work exclusively on behalf of their patients and families. They are not part of any healthcare system, health insurer or care facility. As an independent third party, they help patients and families navigate complicated healthcare and insurance networks. They help with medical billing issues, care coordination and patient navigation from a nursing, case management and medical billing advocacy perspective. They bring a collective wealth of experience to our clients in solving complex problems. Tune in for this amazing learning opportunity. 

In this episode, I had the honor to speak with Therese Morrissey. Therese has been working as an Advance Care Planning Social Worker at Dean Health Plan since March 2019. Her prior health care experience, over 18 years, includes working as a Complex Case Manager at UW Health, an in-home and inpatient Social Worker at Agrace Hospice and a Medical Social Worker at Good Samaritan Regional Medical Center in Corvallis, Oregon. She received her master’s degree in Social Work at Loyola University-Chicago and her bachelor’s degree from Eastern Illinois University. Therese has a special interest in helping people to begin planning for unforeseen medical events and end of life. This lessens burden to loved ones and better ensures that they receive health care that matches their values and preferences.   Tune in for this great learning opportunity for everyone. Please note that two physicians or a physician and a psychologist, nurse practitioner or physician assistant can activate the form.   

In this episode, I had the absolute delight to speak with Dr. Ozioma Okonkwo. Dr. Okonkwo is a faculty member in the Division of Geriatrics and Gerontology within the Department of Medicine at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health. He is dedicated to the scientific study of promising approaches to preventing the onset of Alzheimer’s disease or slowing its progression after disease onset. Tune in for a treat to very rich conversation between my dear brother and I on all things BRAIN HEALTH and Dementia! #ABAM

In this episode, I had the honor and pleasure of speaking with Mr. and Mrs. Brian and Anne Marie Reece. Brian W. Reece, Sr spent 4 years serving our country in the United States Marine Corp in machine maintenance and repair. At the age of 56, Brian was given the diagnosis of younger onset Alzheimer’s Disease. Brian and his wife Anne, a special education teacher, merged their two families together almost 30 years ago with 4 grown sons and now 14 grandchildren! Anne retired after 27 years of teaching as a special education teacher, and now uses her teaching skills to help Brian to learn new things and to help Brian with strategies for his short term memory. Together, Anne and Brian are a formidable team, helping Brian to prepare for the challenges that Alzheimer’s Disease brings. I am excited to share their story with you as we honor Families Impacted by Dementia during Brain Health Awareness Month

In this episode, I had the honor and pleasure of speaking with Mr. and Mrs. Brian and Anne Marie Reece. Brian W. Reece, Sr spent 4 years serving our country in the United States Marine Corp in machine maintenance and repair. At the age of 56, Brian was given the diagnosis of younger onset Alzheimer’s Disease. Brian and his wife Anne, a special education teacher, merged their two families together almost 30 years ago with 4 grown sons and now 14 grandchildren! Anne retired after 27 years of teaching as a special education teacher, and now uses her teaching skills to help Brian to learn new things and to help Brian with strategies for his short term memory. Together, Anne and Brian are a formidable team, helping Brian to prepare for the challenges that Alzheimer’s Disease brings. I am excited to share their story with you as we honor Families Impacted by Dementia during Brain Health Awareness Month

In this episode, I had the pleasure of speaking with doctor, businesswoman, educator, and author Dr. Cheryl Woodson. Dr. Woodson spent more than 30 years teaching and practicing Geriatric Medicine at The University of Chicago and Northwestern University medical schools. She founded the only subspecialty-level, community-based, privately-owned geriatrics program in the nation that offers primary care services to empower all adults to AGE EXCELLENTLY! By focusing on heart health, preventing illness, managing weight and stress, and learning about the miracles of maturity, she helps family caregivers meet their seniors’ needs without destroying their own health, finances or relationships. Tune in for a treat to our conversation.

In this episode, I had the honor to speak with Dr. Shenikqua Bouges. Dr. Bouges is a faculty member in the Division of Geriatrics and Gerontology within the Department of Medicine at the University of Wisconsin. Dr. Bouges is a member of the American Geriatric Society, the Alzheimer’s Association International Society to Advance Alzheimer’s Research and Treatment, and the American College of Physicians. Dr. Bouges was also a recipient of the 2020-2021 UW-Madison Outstanding Woman of Color Award. Tune in for a learning session on Alzheimer’s disease.  

In this episode, I had a pleasure to speak with Carey Gleason, PhD. She  is a scientist and clinician whose research interests stem from her desire to improve diagnosis and treatment of Alzheimer’s disease (AD) and dementia for all individuals including women, African Americans and other groups traditionally under-represented in research. Our discussion was centered around hormone therapy at menopause, cognitive symptoms of menopause, the role of estrogen on cognition and much, much more. Tune in for this special educational piece.

In this episode, I had a pleasure to interview Ms. Jean Ketcham, the CEO and founder of ‘Aging But DANGEROUS!’, an internationally-acclaimed movement of women 50-plus, living life to the fullest, redefining aging, having fun and looking good. Since 2008, Aging But Dangerous has provided women a community for positivity, education, and adventure: from colonoscopy parties, to fashion shows with older adults in mind, to skydiving outings! Known for her style and encouragement, Ms. Ketcham’s Aging But Dangerous movement has garnered an international fanbase of more than 125,000 people from 50 countries. Tune in for a treat to our conservation

In this episode, I had a great pleasure to interview my friend Barbara Boustead and discuss her newly published book, “From 50 to Fabulous, Pivoting to Life of Joy and Purpose. Barbara discussed her forty plus years career in social work, her daily money management business at Mary’s Daughter and her life’s journey as a whole. She has an impressive list of experiences and achievements. We touched on a variety of topics such as the Midlife Crisis, life's triumphs, challenges and a reflection on black history month and what it means to celebrate as a community and continue to live in the light of social justice. Tune in to enjoy details.   Thank you.