Physician specializing in Geriatric Medicine and Palliative Medicine.
Charlotte, NC
Joined June 2009
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Anthony Caprio, MD retweeted
Best Day Ever!
@sharon_inouye is visiting @AtriumHealthWFB (remotely), and I had the amazing opportunity speak with her and soak in her wisdom on #delirium. It was so insightful, and my favorite quote— “Don’t forget about the basics of geriatrics.” ❤️
Anthony Caprio, MD retweeted
Check out the new GeriKit app developed by @NinaBlachmanMD and colleagues focused on #geriatrics assessments, geared for teaching learners and practicing clinicians (free on the iTunes app store) apps.apple.com/us/app/geriki… – at Larkspur, CA
Anthony Caprio, MD retweeted
New guidance from @CDCgov that is focused on what #OlderAdults should know about #COVID19 #geriatrics #aging #publichealth #coronavirus acl.gov/COVID-19 @AmerGeriatrics
Anthony Caprio, MD retweeted
#Medicare has changed how it pays for services. In response, agencies across the country are firing therapists, limiting physical, occupational and speech therapy, and terminating services for some longtime, severely ill patients. via @judith_graham khn.org/MTA0NTQwNA
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New @AGSJournal report explores sample of #geriatrics views on physician-assisted suicide, including ethical discussions shaping professional perspectives on this issue:
onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/…
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Addressing the challenge of how to phrase things when advising older patients that cancer screening is no longer indicated. Finding the Right Words to Stop Cancer Screening in Older Adults ja.ma/2LCYzqd #hpm #aafp
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Looks like the MOCA test is following the path of the MMSE where it is a pay to play scenario (see pic). I guess we need to move to the SLUMS? #geriatrics #dementia #Alzheimer
Anthony Caprio, MD retweeted
So I plead with @ABIMcert to do the same great work that they did in #geriatrics, including a new blueprint that includes input from front line #hpm clinicians, to make the #HPM board exams aligned with clinical practice
Anthony Caprio, MD retweeted
2019 proposed Medicare Fee Schedule underplays for complex older adults and will decrease access. @CMSGov @SeemaCMS #MPFS2019 #geriatrics #OlderAmericans #Medicare.
Anthony Caprio, MD retweeted
Honored to share my #AlzKid #caregiving story with your physicians at CMC-Mercy yesterday! @doc4aged Thank you for the opportunity, @AlzAssocWNC
Anthony Caprio, MD retweeted
Stop using "elderly" and "seniors" to describe people over 65! The preferred term is "older adult" -- by those in the groups #geriatrics xitter.gq/AGSJournal/status/8710…
Includes: 1) @AGSJournal will require that authors use the term “older adult” when describing individuals aged 65 and older. #geratrics
Anthony Caprio, MD retweeted
It's Amazing what can be accomplished with Person-Centered Care - Dr. Sudore shares PREPARE for your care prepareforyourcare.org #AGS17
Anthony Caprio, MD retweeted
Primary palliative care training for PCPs essential. Family Physicians Fill Gap in Palliative Care. aafp.org/news/practice-profe… #hpm #aafp
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#RochesterProud Congrats to Annie Medina-Walpole!!! xitter.gq/amergeriatrics/status/… – at Long Beach, CA
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Congratulations the geriatrics rockstar @AnnaChangUCSF the Outstanding Mid Career Clinician Educator of Year #AGS16 – at Long Beach, CA
Anthony Caprio, MD retweeted
At #NAPCRG2015 @doc4aged with A Call to Action on Advance Care Planning and #EOL Care in the United States cmajblogs.com/a-call-to-acti… #phc
Anthony Caprio, MD retweeted
A Giant Thank You to CMS: Advance Care Planning Has Value | GeriPal - Geriatrics and Palliative Care Blog geripal.org/2015/07/cms-adva… #hpm
Anthony Caprio, MD retweeted
Great talk Dr Sudore! @prepareforcare Looking forward to exploring the tools for #EOL care #AGS15 prepareforyourcare.org/
Anthony Caprio, MD retweeted
#AGS15 Thank you @chinhansen! You have been a role model for all in #geriatrics. You have served the clinical,educational,research,& policy – at Fort Washington, MD