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Who
Dr. Jason Falvey is a physical therapist and scientist, with years of experience in geriatrics, especially home health. He studies high-quality aging in place— the art and science of keeping people at home and doing the things they love after a traumatic hospitalization.
Episode Takeaways
- Using risk assessment is key to determining patient discharge
- Communication along the continuum of care is crucial for keeping patients out of the hospital
- Outcomes often depend on neighborhood context
- The power of function cannot be overlooked in determining post-hospitalization outcomes
“Staying at home, instead of a nursing home, is a highly relevant patient-centered goal for most of our patients.”
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