Dementia and Multiple Chronic Conditions

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Submitted by Minnesota North... on Oct 25, 2020 - 3:05pm CDT

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This presentation (1:17:12) given by Dr. Amy Thomas from the VA Puget Sound Health Care System and University of Washington. Dr. Thomas discusses the prevalence of comorbidities commonly seen in patients living with dementia. She also describes the unique challenges of caring for patients with dementia and multiple chronic conditions. Finally, she identifies approaches to preventing complications and hospitalizations for patients living with dementia and multiple chronic conditions. Presentation slides are available to be downloaded through the link.

Source: Northwest Geriatrics Workforce Enhancement Center, 2020.
https://www.nwgwec.org/

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Amy Thomas
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