Age-Friendly Health Systems

“Becoming an Age-Friendly Health System entails reliably providing a set of four evidence-based elements of high-quality care, known as the “4Ms,” to all older adults in your system: What Matters, Medication, Mentation, and Mobility”
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Course Content

Introduction to Age-Friendly Health Systems – The 4 M’s

Understanding the Importance of Age-Friendly Care

Key Aspects of Age-Friendly Health Systems

Assessing Your Current Health System’s Age-Friendliness

Identifying Opportunities for Improvement in Age-Friendly Care

Implementing Person-Centered Care for Older Adults

Enhancing Communication and Shared Decision-Making with Older Patients

Addressing Medication Safety and Polypharmacy in Older Adults

Building a Culture of Respect and Dignity in Age-Friendly Health Systems

Sustaining and Spreading Age-Friendly Practices in Health Systems

Age-Friendly Health Systems in NYS

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About Instructor

Robert Stall, MD

Dr. Stall is a fellowship trained geriatrician and MIT engineering graduate who is dedicated to the care of older adults and helping their loved ones. He has over 35 years experience working in the geriatric continuum of care. Now in his 60's, he has more things to do before just golfing off into the sunset.

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About Instructor

Robert Stall, MD

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