This episode of the Living to 100 Club radio program invites a respected and noted authority on geriatric medicine and long term care, Dr. Michael Wasserman. Patient-centered care recognizes the uniqueness of each patient receiving care, including not only their age, gender, and socio-economic status, but also their place of birth, cultural backgrounds, and individual life experiences. We will discuss why the COVID-19 virus is so lethal to frail older adults, and the devastating impact it is having in nursing homes around the country. Then, Dr. Wasserman will explore how this public health cri
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