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Articles by David B. Troxel
An invitation to decode dementia
The famed British dementia researcher Dr. Tom Kitwood once said that caregivers are “physicians of the human spirit.” I would argue that life enrichment and activity professionals in senior living and long-term care communities who are providing meaningful engagement to residents deserve equal accolades. Music, art, exercise and movement, life-long learning, civic-engagement projects, communication, and fun help the person living with dementia (and all residents) feel safe, valued and productive.
"Learn How To Understand Dementia" A Virtual Presentation By Renowned Author David Troxel,MPH
< Does someone you love suffer from memory loss? The Jewish Home of Freehold presents a virtual presentation by David Troxel. "Learn To Understand Dementia" Join the event this Tuesday, July 13th at 7:30 PM Feel free to submit any questions to: Sarak@mhslp.com David Troxel has become nationally known for his writing and teaching in the fields of Alzheimer’s disease & long-term care. He has co-authored six influential books including his new book, The Best Friends Approach to Dementia Care.
Top US Commander In Afghanistan Relinquishes Post
U.S. Army Gen. Scott Miller, the top U.S. commander in Afghanistan, speaks at a ceremony where he relinquished his command, at Resolute Support headquarters, in Kabul, Afghanistan, Monday, July 12, 2021. The United States is a step closer to ending a 20-year military presence that became known as its "forever war," as Taliban insurgents continue to gain territory across the country.
Israel Freezes NIS 600M. From PA Funds Over "Pay For Slay" Payments
Relatives of Palestinians held in Israeli jails hold their portraits during a protest to mark "Prisoners Day" in the West Bank city of Ramallah, Wednesday, April 7, 2019.(AP Photo/Majdi Mohammed) Israel’s security cabinet voted on Sunday to withhold almost NIS 600 million ($184 million) from the tax money it transfers to the Palestinian Authority for exports from Gaza due to its “indirect support for terrorism.” The decision was made following the presentation of a report by Defense Minister...
How Doctors and Patients Communicate
Published on December 2, 2019December 2, 2019 • 0 Likes • 0 Comments Pat Salber, MD, MBAFollow Editor-in-Chief at The Doctor Weighs In - LinkedIn Top Voices in Healthcare 2017 & 2018 Much has been written about the doctor-patient relationship and how important good communication is in healing relationships. Yet there are so many things in today's practice of medicine that make it hard for doctors and patients to talk to each other.
4 Ways You Can Improve Your Patients' Engagement
Photo source: Adobe Stock Photo Case study: Failure to communicate A 42-year-old patient arrived for her annual gynecologist appointment complaining of a self-detected breast lump. She had several questions about her condition and wanted to tell her doctor about a family history of breast cancer. The doctor was in a hurry, therefore, he advised her to talk to the staff. However, the staff was busy with other patients. They told her to call them later. However, the patient did not call.
David Troxel: Alzheimer’s and dementia - what’s the difference?
David Troxel, MPH January 18, 2019 David Troxel, MPH January 18, 2019 According to the Alzheimer's Association, there are 5.7 million Americans living with Alzheimer's disease. By 2050, these numbers are projected to increase to nearly 14 million. You might have heard the terms Alzheimer's disease and dementia used interchangeably. Alzheimer's disease and dementia are, in fact, different terms with different meanings.
David Troxel: 5 tips to help your loved one with dementia enjoy the holidays
David Troxel, MPH December 21, 2018 David Troxel, MPH December 21, 2018 The holiday season can be a time of joy for many families, filled with reunions, gift giving and parties. This can also be a challenging time for families involved in dementia care. Prestige Senior Living's dementia care consultant David Troxel, MPH, shares five tips for caregivers who are navigating the holiday season with a person living with Alzheimer's disease or other dementia. 1.
In Primary Care, Who Gets Sued and Why?
The Doctors Company recently analyzed 67 malpractice claims* against nurse practitioners (NPs) that closed over a six-year period from January 2011 through December 2016. These claims arose in family medicine (FM) and internal medicine (IM) practices. To provide context, we compared the NP claims with 1,358 FM and IM claims that closed during the same time period. If a claim was against both the FM or IM physician and the NP, we eliminated it from this study to avoid counting the same claim twice.
EHRs Can Advance Good Medicine If Doctors Are Aware of the Risks
Historically, the doctor-patient relationship has been at the heart of medical practice, with administrative tasks and record-keeping at the border. Today, that critical balance is at risk. Nearly all hospitals and 80% of medical practices use electronic health records (EHRs), presumably to help improve access to health information and increase productivity. The problem is that none of these digital tools were designed specifically to advance the practice of good medicine.
EHRs can advance good medicine: if doctors are aware of the risks
Historically, the doctor-patient relationship has been at the heart of medical practice, with administrative tasks and record-keeping at the border. Today, that critical balance is at risk. Nearly all hospitals and 80 percent of medical practices use electronic health records (EHRs), presumably to help improve access to health information and increase productivity. The problem is that none of these digital tools were designed specifically to advance the practice of good medicine.
Cosmetic Surgery Patient's Leaked Identity Leads to Malpractice Claim
Following an augmentation mammoplasty, the patient, “Mary Smith”, signed an authorization granting her physician permission to use her “before and after” photographs, with assurances that her identity would not be revealed. The physician contracted with a medical website development company, which created a website with a photo gallery for “before and after” pictures.
Malpractice Claims Study is Helping Plastic Surgeons Get Better
An analysis of plastic surgery malpractice claims is leading plastic surgeons to adopt policies and procedures that help them focus on caring for patients instead of defending their practices in court. A recent study by The Doctors Company using data from nearly 1,500 plastic surgery closed claims revealed that communication failures and unrealistic expectations are common causes of malpractice claims.
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