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Talking Dementia
Hosted by Remo Health · EN
"Talking Dementia with Remo Health" features experts in dementia leading the charge across medicine, research, policy, and caregiving. Together, we explore the latest advancements, guidance, and science to help people with dementia and their families navigate this complex disease.
Remo Health is a virtual dementia care company. To learn more, visit www.remo.health.
Better dementia care. Delivered virtually.
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The information in this podcast series is for general informational purposes only and is not the practice of medicine or any profession. It is not intended to be medical advice and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
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A Whole-Person Approach to Dementia Care with GUIDE
Aug 2900:48:08Tap to summarizeIn this episode, Dr. Cheryl Phillips, a nationally recognized expert in geriatrics and health policy, speaks about her lifelong mission to improve elder care. She shares her powerful childhood story of witnessing the lack of dignity in a nursing home, which inspired her to become a geriatrician and systems-level leader. Cheryl explores how new payment models like CMS’s GUIDE program are finally aligning incentives to support a whole-person approach to care, emphasizing that a dementia diagnosis is not just a medical problem, but one that requires a full support system. About this episode’s featured guestDr. Cheryl Phillips is a nationally recognized expert in geriatrics and health policy. She's the former CEO of the Special Needs Plan Alliance and now serves as a senior consultant with the John A. Hartford Foundation's Age-Friendly Health Systems Initiative. A fellowship-trained geriatrician, Dr. Phillips has led major efforts in Medicare Advantage, special needs plans, and long-term care. She's a past president of both the American Geriatric Society and the American Medical Directors Association and regularly advises federal agencies on elder care policy. Learn more about Dr. Phillips here.About Remo’s host Dr. Emily SilvermanDr. Emily Silverman is an internal-medicine physician, Assistant Volunteer Professor of Medicine at UCSF. She is the creator and host of The Nocturnists, an award-winning medical storytelling program that has uplifted the voices of more than 450 clinicians since 2016 through its podcast and live performances. Her work has been supported by a MacDowell fellowship and widely published in numerous publications including JAMA, The New York Times, and NPR. Learn more about Emily by visiting her website.Connect with usLearn more about Remo Health and how we’re delivering better dementia care to patients and those who care for them. Subscribe to the Remo Health newsletter.Follow us on LinkedIn and Facebook for the latest information, news, and guidance on all things #dementia and #brainhealth. Have a question or a topic you’d like to hear more about? Email us at hello@remo.health.The information in this podcast is for general informational purposes only and is not the practice of medicine or any profession. It is not intended to be medical advice and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
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An Occupational Therapist’s Guide to Understanding (& Managing) Challenging Dementia Behaviors
Jul 29, 202500:37:07Tap to summarizeIn this episode, occupational therapist and founder of Your Dementia Therapist Mary Osborne explains how OTs act as "detectives," uncovering the root causes of challenging behaviors like refusal of care, which often stem from memory issues, anosognosia (lack of insight), or trouble initiating tasks. She highlights how occupational therapy helps people maximize their quality of life by adapting daily activities and addresses common caregiver struggles, like refusal of care and the necessity of adapting to dementia’s constant changes. Mary also introduces her "Calm Caregiver Toolkit," a practical resource that blends neuroscience, spirituality, and mindfulness.About this episode’s featured guestMary Osborne is a licensed occupational therapist with over a decade of experience specializing in dementia care. She holds a Master of Occupational Therapy from Louisiana State University (LSU) and has worked in a variety of settings, including skilled nursing facilities and home health. Founder of the platform Your Dementia Therapist, Mary also contributes regularly as an educator, speaker, and content creator focused on practical evidence-based strategies for dementia caregivers.Learn more about Mary here.About Remo’s host Dr. Emily SilvermanDr. Emily Silverman is an internal-medicine physician, Assistant Volunteer Professor of Medicine at UCSF. She is the creator and host of The Nocturnists, an award-winning medical storytelling program that has uplifted the voices of more than 450 clinicians since 2016 through its podcast and live performances. Her work has been supported by a MacDowell fellowship and widely published in numerous publications including JAMA, The New York Times, and NPR. Learn more about Emily by visiting her website.Connect with usLearn more about Remo Health and how we’re delivering better dementia care to patients and those who care for them. Subscribe to the Remo Health newsletter.Follow us on LinkedIn and Facebook for the latest information, news, and guidance on all things #dementia and #brainhealth.Have a question or a topic you’d like to hear more about? Email us at hello@remo.health.The information in this podcast is for general informational purposes only and is not the practice of medicine or any profession. It is not intended to be medical advice and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
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The 5Ms Framework, Virtual Dementia Care, and Reimagining How We Care for Seniors
Jul 14, 202500:49:21Tap to summarizeRemo Health's Medical Director Dr. Chris Vercammen-Grandjean joins the podcast to discuss his unique philosophy on caring for older adults. He highlights the "5Ms" framework (What Matters, Medications, Mentation, Multi-morbidity, Mobility) and how this holistic empowers families navigating dementia to advocate for better care. As a geriatrician and palliative care specialist, Dr. Vercammen works to close significant gaps in traditional healthcare for older adults, particularly those with dementia. He shares powerful stories of how Remo Health's interdisciplinary, virtual care model bridges these gaps – keeping patients comfortable at home, reducing hospital visits, and ensuring comprehensive support for both the patient and their family.About this episode’s featured guestDr. Chris Vercammen-Grandjean is the medical director at Remo Health and a general internist specializing in geriatrics and palliative care. He earned his medical degree from UCSF, where he also completed his internal medicine residency and served as chief resident at the San Francisco VA Medical Center. Chris has worked across hospitals, long-term care facilities, and clinics with a consistent focus on compassionate, high-quality care. Prior to Remo, he was the medical director of the Providence 65 Plus Age-Friendly Clinic in Tustin, California, and provided primary care at St. Jude Heritage Medical Group in Yorba Linda, California. Learn more about Dr. Vercammen here.About Remo’s host Dr. Emily SilvermanDr. Emily Silverman is an internal-medicine physician, Assistant Volunteer Professor of Medicine at UCSF. She is the creator and host of The Nocturnists, an award-winning medical storytelling program that has uplifted the voices of more than 450 clinicians since 2016 through its podcast and live performances. Her work has been supported by a MacDowell fellowship and widely published in numerous publications including JAMA, The New York Times, and NPR. Learn more about Emily by visiting her website.Connect with usLearn more about Remo Health and how we’re delivering better dementia care to patients and those who care for them. Subscribe to the Remo Health newsletter.Follow us on LinkedIn and Facebook for the latest information, news, and guidance on all things #dementia and #brainhealth. Have a question or a topic you’d like to hear more about? Email us at hello@remo.health.The information in this podcast is for general informational purposes only and is not the practice of medicine or any profession. It is not intended to be medical advice and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
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Creating Purpose and Meaning Out of a Tragic Diagnosis
Apr 7, 202501:03:15Tap to summarizeEpisode descriptionIn this episode of Talking Dementia with Remo Health, Dr. Emily Silverman interviews Matt LeKrey, Remo co-founder and chief product officer, whose father lives with semantic variant primary progressive aphasia, a subtype of frontotemporal dementia (FTD). Matt shares his deeply personal journey, from the complex process of diagnosis to the shock of realizing the extent of the disease, and the subsequent work to understand and manage the situation. He discusses the lack of support and resources available to caregivers, emphasizing the need for care that addresses both clinical and non-clinical aspects of dementia. Matt's story underscores the transformative power of purpose and the opportunity for personal growth in the face of adversity, ultimately driving his mission to create Remo Health.About this episode’s featured guestMatt LeKrey founded Remo Health following his deeply personal experience as a caregiver for his father. In his role as Chief Product Officer, he leads the development of Remo’s innovative and transformative approach to dementia healthcare. Prior to Remo, Matt served as a founding member and software engineer at Gliimpse, Inc. (acquired by Apple), a health product designer at Apple, Inc., and Entrepreneur-in-Residence at Anthem Digital Care Delivery. At Apple, he contributed to the development of Clinical Health Records on iOS and Provider Tools at AC Wellness. His tenure at Anthem welcomed the successful launch of the Asthma Digital Study in collaboration with Apple Health and UC Irvine.Learn more about Matt by visiting his LinkedIn and the Remo Health website.About Remo’s host Dr. Emily SilvermanDr. Emily Silverman is an internal-medicine physician, Assistant Volunteer Professor of Medicine at UCSF. She is the creator and host of The Nocturnists, an award-winning medical storytelling program that has uplifted the voices of more than 450 clinicians since 2016 through its podcast and live performances. Her work has been supported by a MacDowell fellowship and widely published in numerous publications including JAMA, The New York Times, and NPR. Learn more about Emily by visiting her website.Connect with usLearn more about Remo Health and how we’re delivering better dementia care to patients and those who care for them. Subscribe to the Remo Health newsletter.Follow us on LinkedIn, Facebook and Bluesky for the latest information, news, and guidance on all things #dementia and #brainhealth.Have a question or a topic you’d like to hear more about? Email us at hello@remo.health.
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SXSW Panel: The Economics of a Dementia Diagnosis with Remo Health’s Dr. Will Poe
Mar 25, 202501:06:49Tap to summarizeToday’s episode is recorded live from the SXSW 2025 conference in Austin, TX where we discuss The Economics of a Dementia Diagnosis. By 2060, the number of US adults who will develop dementia each year is projected to double, putting a massive economic burden on taxpayers, families, and the healthcare system.The financial strain on Medicare and Medicaid is expected to skyrocket and by 2050, costs are projected to reach $1.5 trillion.1Warning signs can appear years before a formal diagnosis, underscoring the need for earlier detection and proactive intervention. Innovative federal programs like CMS’s GUIDE model, combined with emerging diagnostic technologies and virtual care delivery companies (like Remo Health) offer a great deal of hope for families that have been underserved for far too long.About this episode’s featured panel members Dr. Will Poe is co-founder and CEO of Remo Health – a virtual dementia care company reinventing how to deliver high-quality, accessible dementia care to people living with dementia and their caregivers. He's a board-certified internal medicine physician who trained at the University of California, San Francisco.Dr. Daniel Benjamin is Professor of Behavioral Economics and Genoeconomics at UCLA, where his work includes addressing how economic behavior relates to cognitive ability and social identity (ethnicity, race, gender, and religion).Dr. Lauren Hersch Nicholas is an Associate Professor at University of Colorado, Anschutz School of Medicine where her research focuses on improving the health and economic wellbeing of older Americans.About Remo’s host Dr. Emily Silverman Dr. Emily Silverman is an internal-medicine physician, Assistant Volunteer Professor of Medicine at UCSF. She's the creator and host of The Nocturnists, and her work has been supported by a MacDowell fellowship and widely published in numerous publications including JAMA, The New York Times, and NPR. Learn more about Emily here.Connect with us Learn more about Remo Health and how we’re delivering better dementia care to patients and those who care for them.Follow us on LinkedIn, Facebook and Bluesky for the latest on all things #dementia & #brainhealth.Have a question or a topic you’d like to hear more about? Email us at hello@remo.health.
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Shedding the Stigma of a Dementia Diagnosis
Mar 5, 202500:32:44Tap to summarizeAlzheimer’s disease is the most common cause of dementia in the US, accounting for about 60-80% of all dementia diagnoses. But many people don’t want to talk about their diagnosis publicly – or even amongst family and friends.In today’s episode, Dr. Armen Moughamian and Dr. Emily Silverman continue their discussion about the complexities of Alzheimer's disease, exploring the stigma associated with a diagnosis, and how helping people understand the disease can break down the experience of shame – which in turn can increase the likelihood of people being diagnosed earlier.About this episode’s featured guestDr. Armen Moughamian is a neurologist and Medical Director of the Ray Dolby Brain Health Center at the California Pacific Medical Center (CPMC) in San Francisco. He leads a multidisciplinary team of doctors, nurse practitioners, neuropsychologists and social workers in the treatment of patients with cognitive impairment. He also heads the clinical trials program at Dolby with a specific focus on Alzheimer's. Armen went to undergrad at UC Berkeley, got an MD PhD at Penn and did neurology residency and fellowship at University of California San Francisco (UCSF).Learn more about Armen by visiting his LinkedIn.About Remo’s host Dr. Emily SilvermanDr. Emily Silverman is an internal-medicine physician, Assistant Volunteer Professor of Medicine at UCSF. She is the creator and host of The Nocturnists, an award-winning medical storytelling program that has uplifted the voices of more than 450 clinicians since 2016 through its podcast and live performances. Her work has been supported by a MacDowell fellowship and widely published in numerous publications including JAMA, The New York Times, and NPR. Learn more about Emily by visiting her website.Connect with usLearn more about Remo Health and how we’re delivering better dementia care to patients and those who care for them.Subscribe to the Remo Health newsletter.Follow us on LinkedIn, Facebook and Bluesky for the latest information, news, and guidance on all things #dementia and #brainhealth.Have a question or a topic you’d like to hear more about? Email us at hello@remo.health.The information in this podcast is for general informational purposes only and is not the practice of medicine or any profession. It is not intended to be medical advice and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
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Dementia and the Power of Empathy
Feb 19, 202500:46:39Tap to summarizeThis episode features Dr. Anna Chodos, a geriatrician at UCSF, in conversation with Dr. Emily Silverman. They discuss the crucial role primary care physicians play in the early detection of dementia. Dr. Chodos also addresses the challenges patients and families face, outlining various care options such as home care, assisted living, and nursing homes. Emphasizing a dyad-centered approach, she offers practical advice for families, including how adequate support can enable individuals with dementia to remain in their homes.About this episode’s featured guestDr. Anna Chodos is an associate professor at University of California San Francisco (UCSF) in the Division of Geriatrics and the Division of General Internal Medicine at Zuckerberg San Francisco General. She's the medical director of outpatient geriatrics at Zuckerberg General, which includes the geriatrics neurology cognitive clinic, where an interdisciplinary team evaluates patients for cognitive symptoms.Learn more about Dr. Chodos here. Visit Dementia Care Aware for more information about Dr. Chodos’ work as Principal Investigator.Here are links for more information on topics referenced by Dr. Chodos during this episode:National Institute on AgingOlder Americans ActAbout Remo’s host Dr. Emily SilvermanDr. Emily Silverman is an internal-medicine physician, Assistant Volunteer Professor of Medicine at UCSF. She is the creator and host of The Nocturnists, an award-winning medical storytelling program that has uplifted the voices of more than 450 clinicians since 2016 through its podcast and live performances. Her work has been supported by a MacDowell fellowship and widely published in numerous publications including JAMA, The New York Times, and NPR. Learn more about Emily by visiting her website.Connect with usLearn more about Remo Health and how we’re delivering better dementia care to patients and those who care for them.Subscribe to the Remo Health newsletter.Follow us on LinkedIn, Facebook and Bluesky for the latest information, news, and guidance on all things #dementia and #brainhealth.Have a question or a topic you’d like to hear more about? Email us at hello@remo.health.The information in this podcast is for general informational purposes only and is not the practice of medicine or any profession. It is not intended to be medical advice and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
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Virtual Communities for Dementia Caregivers
Jan 31, 202500:30:50Tap to summarizeSocial support for caregivers is strongly correlated with improved health outcomes, reduced caregiver burden, increased psychological resilience, and the remediation of stigma. Online support groups have emerged as a vital lifeline for caregivers who are unable to attend in-person meetings due to time constraints, geographical limitations, or the all-consuming nature of caregiving.We talk with Remo Health’s Head of Engagement, Jess Corona-Irwin, about Remo’s online Community forum where caregivers and people living with dementia have a space to show up as they are, share their experiences with a community of others who understand, and get the care and support they need.About this episode’s featured guestJess Corona-Irwin is a registered nurse and the Head of Member Engagement at Remo Health, where she specializes in dementia care and support as a certified dementia practitioner and certified dementia support group facilitator. Jess is passionate about creating meaningful connections and support for people living with dementia and their caregivers.About Remo’s host Dr. Emily SilvermanDr. Emily Silverman is an internal-medicine physician, Assistant Volunteer Professor of Medicine at UCSF. She is the creator and host of The Nocturnists, an award-winning medical storytelling program that has uplifted the voices of more than 450 clinicians since 2016 through its podcast and live performances. Her work has been supported by a MacDowell fellowship and widely published in numerous publications including JAMA, The New York Times, and NPR. Learn more about Emily by visiting her website.Connect with usLearn more about Remo Health and how we’re delivering better dementia care to patients and those who care for them.Subscribe to the Remo Health newsletter.Follow us on LinkedIn, Facebook and Bluesky for the latest information, news, and guidance on all things #dementia and #brainhealth.Have a question or a topic you’d like to hear more about? Email us at hello@remo.health.The information in this podcast is for general informational purposes only and is not the practice of medicine or any profession. It is not intended to be medical advice and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
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Beyond the Hospital Walls
Jan 16, 202500:38:01Tap to summarizeJoin us for a discussion with neurohospitalist and researcher Dr. Elan Guterman about the challenges faced by people living with dementia in the hospital, the significant impact of delirium short-and-long-term, and how she views virtual care delivery for dementia as the future. She shares her vision for how a more comprehensive, dyad-centered approach to dementia care addresses dyad's medical, emotional and practical needs. Elan talks about her work from UCSF's Care Ecosystem, which is credited with shepherding new comprehensive dementia care programs like CMS’ GUIDE model.***Dr. Elan Guterman is a neurohospitalist at University of California, San Francisco (UCSF). She is a neurohospitalist and clinical researcher who specializes in the care of patients who are in the hospital. She also has a master's degree in clinical research and studies gaps in care for patients with dementia and other neurological disorders.Read an excerpt from Elan and Emily's conversation here.About our hostDr. Emily Silverman is an internal-medicine physician, Assistant Volunteer Professor of Medicine at UCSF. She is the creator and host of The Nocturnists, an award-winning medical storytelling program that has uplifted the voices of more than 450 clinicians since 2016 through its podcast and live performances. Her work has been supported by a MacDowell fellowship and widely published in numerous publications including JAMA, The New York Times, and NPR. Learn more about Emily by visiting her website.Connect with usLearn more about Remo Health and how we’re delivering better dementia care to patients and those who care for them.Subscribe to the Remo Health newsletter.Follow us on LinkedIn, Facebook and Bluesky for the latest information, news, and guidance on all things #dementia and #brainhealth.Have a question or a topic you’d like to hear more about? Email us at hello@remo.health.The information in this podcast is for general informational purposes only and is not the practice of medicine or any profession. It is not intended to be medical advice and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
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The Emotional Reality of Caregiving
Dec 12, 202400:38:34Tap to summarizeThe very first episode of “Talking Dementia with Remo Health” features Anne Tumlinson, CEO of ATI Advisory and Founder of Daughterhood.org. As an expert in aging and healthcare policy with personal experience caring for her father who had dementia, Anne shares her deeply personal perspective on the complexities of and loneliness and isolation that go hand-in-hand with the caregiving journey. She speaks with our host Dr. Emily Silverman about the urgent need for policy change and why CMS' new GUIDE model is a beacon of hope for dementia caregivers.***Anne Tumlinson has spent her career working to improve how we care for frail older adults, including people experiencing dementia. She is the founder of nonprofit Daughterhood – a community providing support and connection to family caregivers, and she heads up DC-based ATI Advisory, which helps clients navigate the complexities of the healthcare system. One of Anne's passions is developing policy that supports families and caregivers, including CMS’ new GUIDE model.Learn more about Anne by visiting her LinkedIn.About our hostDr. Emily Silverman is an internal-medicine physician, Assistant Volunteer Professor of Medicine at UCSF. She is creator and host of The Nocturnists, an award-winning medical storytelling program that uplifts the voices of clinicians through its podcast and live performances. Her work has been supported by a MacDowell fellowship and widely published in numerous publications. Learn more about Emily by visiting her website.Connect with usLearn more about Remo Health and how we’re delivering better dementia care to patients and those who care for them.Subscribe to the Remo Health newsletter.Follow us on LinkedIn, Facebook and Bluesky for the latest on all things #dementia and #brainhealth.Have a question or a topic you’d like to hear more about? Email us at hello@remo.health.The information in this podcast is for general informational purposes only and is not the practice of medicine or any profession. It is not intended to be medical advice and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
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