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In this video presentation recorded at the 2015 CHQ Health Care Forum, Dr. Danielle Hanson of LECOM discusses accessing care for complex issues. Topics addressed:

1) Aging demographics
2) Limitations of clinical practice guideline
3) Approach to the older adult with multimorbidity
4) Challenges to caring for older adults with multimorbidity
5) Coverage of health care expenses for older Americans

New initiatives and innovations in the last couple of years are also mentioned.

The Lake Erie Integrated Geriatrics Health Team (LIGHT) ia a multifaceted group of providers, educators, and community-based organizations committed to promoting excellence in geriatrics education, training, and service provision. The LIGHT Project is made possible by LECOM’s receipt of a $2.2 million Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) Geriatrics Workforce Enhancement Program (GWEP) grant.

Source: Lake Erie Integrated Geriatrics Health Team (LIGHT), 2015
https://light.lecomhealth.com/