#522: Healthy Aging with Dr. Elizabeth Eckstrom

About this episode

The episode discusses practical strategies for healthy aging with Dr. Elizabeth Eckstrom.

Join us as we explore practical, evidence-based strategies to help patients age with strength and confidence, and navigate the transition into retirement. We’re joined by Dr. Elizabeth Eckstrom ( Oregon Health & Science University )! Claim CME for this episode at curbsiders.vcuhealth.org ! Patreon | Episodes | Subscribe | Spotify | YouTube | Newsletter | Contact | Swag! | CME Show Segments Intro Case Navigating Retirement Staying Physically Active Benefits of Tai Chi Nutrition Mobility limitations/chronic pain Osteoporosis Anti-aging/memory supplements Community Resources Outro Credits Written and Produced by: Ashlee Randolph DO, Rachel Miller MD Show Notes, infographic, cover art: Ashlee Randolph DO, Rachel Miller MD Hosts: Matthew Watto MD, FACP; Paul Williams MD, FACP Reviewer: Leah Witt, MD Showrunners: Matthew Watto MD, FACP; Paul Williams MD, FACP Technical Production: PodPaste Guest: Elizabeth Eckstrom MD, MPH Disclosures Dr. Elizabeth Eckstrom reports no relevant financial disclosures. The Curbsiders report no relevant financial disclosures. The production of this episode was supported by the Penn Geriatrics AGE-SMART Geriatric Workforce Enhancement Grant. This…

People in this episode

Hosts: Matthew Watto MD, FACP, Paul Williams MD, FACP

Guest: Dr. Elizabeth Eckstrom

Topics covered

• healthy aging
• retirement
• physical activity
• nutrition
• chronic pain
• osteoporosis
• anti-aging

Keywords

• aging
• strength
• confidence
• Tai Chi
• mobility
• supplements
• community resources

Sponsors

Babbel

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Oregon Health & Science University, The Curbsiders, Penn Geriatrics AGE-SMART Geriatric Workforce Enhancement Grant, Health Resources and Services Administration, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services

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