Leslie Kernisan, MD

Practicing doc ISO health tech tools that really work 4 older people & those who serve. Founder

[Leslie Kernisan, MD @drkernisan]

Excited that @IOASFBAY has invited me to talk next Monday about better ways to talk to your #agingparents if you're concerned about #memoryloss, falls, driving, or other signs of decline! I'll be joined by @PSpencerScott. Join us! https://t.co/7kQCAWIQrC #aging #geriatrics

[Leslie Kernisan, MD @GeriTechBlog]

Have finally gotten to try a smartwatch for fall detection. But, so far @SamsungMobileUS Galaxy active 2 watch is not detecting my falls (& I'm almost getting hurt here!). Can't say I'd recommend for #aging or emergencies.

[Leslie Kernisan, MD @drkernisan]

Have you -- or someone you know -- been worried for declining #agingparents? If so, I wrote my new book, "When Your Aging Parent Needs Help: A Geriatrician's step-by-step guide" for YOU, and I'm celebrating its release TODAY! #aging #geriatrics #caregiving https://t.co/ThFrec0lWf

[Leslie Kernisan, MD @drkernisan]

This week on BHWA, geriatrician Dr. Didyk @TheWrinkle2 explains Urinary #Incontinence in #Aging. Great article covering the #geriatrics approach, including imp causes to check for, what to know about meds, managing incontinence in #dementia, & more! https://t.co/2vi8O1G6Aq

[Leslie Kernisan, MD @drkernisan]

Am VERY disappointed by this story. Pppl are out walking & exercising bc it's VITAL TO MENTAL & PHYSICAL HEALTH, & esp imp in stressful times. Gyms are closed,few commutes. Instead of complaining, @drsanjaygupta shd lead an effort to promote safer outdoor movement during #covid19

[Leslie Kernisan, MD @drkernisan]

Yikes. Ok it is time (past time, probably) to really think about implications of #covid19 pandemic for our frail #aging adults. Everyone knows basics: social distancing, minimize travel, etc. My specific Qs: how will #hospice treat frail elders at home w #covid? #Geriatrics

[Leslie Kernisan, MD @drkernisan]

Sexuality is important at all ages, but certain issues are common w #aging, esp if you are #caregiving for yr partner. So excited to share this new post by Dr. Didyk of @TheWrinkle2 on Sex & Caregiving (even if #alzheimers or other #dementia https://t.co/4LX2Q7N8pb #geriatrics

[Leslie Kernisan, MD @drkernisan]

Happy Valentine's day all! This week on the podcast we're covering Better Sex in Later Life, w Dr. Nicole Didyk of the #aging health site @TheWrinkle2 https://t.co/YTuOFMRown I learned lots & you will too :)
#geriatrics

[Leslie Kernisan, MD @drkernisan]

This week for episode 100 (!) of the podcast: @drbillthomas returns to talk about what better #aging can be like, countering #Ageism & age segration, updates on Minka houses & inclusive communities, & much more. Don't miss it!
https://t.co/MSJRoJqn1V #geriatrics

[Leslie Kernisan, MD @GeriTechBlog]

So...can anyone recommend a good personal health record program? I am now running a Helping Older Parents membership & families need a place to keep the #health info of #agingparents...Must have web+iOs+android options. #healthtech

[Leslie Kernisan, MD @GeriTechBlog]

Geriatrician Roles & Value of #Geriatrics; report by @ucsfhwrc https://t.co/ObvUFQ6y6N We are too few & so shd focus on teaching & leveraging our expertise (which is why I have https://t.co/x9OXHUNN4y) #Aging

[Leslie Kernisan, MD @drkernisan]

This week on podcast: @UCSFNurse #geriatrics Prof Meg Wallhagen explains why addressing #hearingloss is so important in #aging https://t.co/KSUZnRRAUt See show notes for her amazing informative brochure to help reluctant ppl address this!

[Leslie Kernisan, MD @drkernisan]

This week: learn how @UCSFHospitals is being an Age-Friendly Health System! @SERogersMD explains #Delirium Reduction, #Hipfracture co-management, helping #aging adults maintain mobility & independence, & more! https://t.co/g2yY34szXj @UCSFGeriatrics @johnahartford #geriatrics

[Leslie Kernisan, MD @drkernisan]

This week: Dr. Fanny Elahi of @UCSFmac explains white matter changes in the brain, cerebral small vessel disease, relation to vascular #dementia & more! https://t.co/bHiSN2ynIL #aging #geriatrics #brainhealth

[FamCaregiverAlliance @CaregiverAlly]

From @GeriTechBlog ► Smartwatches as Medical Alert Devices, a podcast with @drkernisan and @Morequalys' Richard Caro ► https://t.co/JCM6ZU8f8o

[Leslie Kernisan, MD @GeriTechBlog]

@chasedave I can't, it's the main medical center close to the assisted living facility where the patient lives. Sometimes the biggest players are the worst offenders!

[Leslie Kernisan, MD @GeriTechBlog]

Argh. Ordered a CT for a pt this week. No results faxed to me. Called radiology: they were faxed to my old practice fax of 6 years ago. This is nuts. My NPI has been assoc w my current fax since 2012, plus it's on the requisition. #healthit dysfunction! #healthcare

[Leslie Kernisan, MD @drkernisan]

Wondering how your #agingparents might get help in the event of a fall? Richard Caro of @Morequalys talks w me about the #AppleWatch & other newer smartwatch-based medical alerts https://t.co/5emWyoM7NY I learned a lot from his review! #aging #geriatrics

[Leslie Kernisan, MD @drkernisan]

This week on the podcast: @GeriSciDoc explains biology of #aging, his research on ketogenic diets & #memory, what extends healthspan, & much more! https://t.co/zpfsAhn90y Super interesting & amazing possibilities for #Geriatrics! @UCSFGeriatrics @BuckInstitute

[UCSF Geriatrics @UCSFGeriatrics]

Dr. Rebecca Sudore (@prepareforcare) spoke this week with Dr. Leslie Kernisan (@drkernisan) about how to make advance care planning easier with PREPARE for Your Care. Check out their Better Health While Aging Podcast here! https://t.co/cdsIvw4xEZ … #geriatrics