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04/24/2026

I need your help. Which part of the book moved you? Here is a link to check it out Life, Love, and the In-Between; A Geriatricians Journey through Aging and the meaning of life. https://a.co/d/01g9soe9

04/23/2026

The Cochrane Review is WRONG About Alzheimer’s 🛑

04/19/2026

NEW POST - Getting older is certain, but losing your ability to move through the world doesn’t have to be.

We’ve normalized the “slow down” for too long. We expect to get weaker, but your muscles are incredibly adaptable—even in your 70s, 80s, and beyond.

If you’ve been feeling “nonspecifically weak” or tired, don’t ignore it. It’s time to stop looking at muscle loss as an inevitability and start looking at it as a modifiable clinical sign.

Check out the latest post and learn more: https://www.geriacademy.com/post/sarcopenia-the-muscle-loss-we-call-aging-but-shouldn-t

04/19/2026

NEW POST - Getting older is certain, but losing your ability to move through the world doesn't have to be.

We’ve normalized the "slow down" for too long. We expect to get weaker, but your muscles are incredibly adaptable—even in your 70s, 80s, and beyond.

If you’ve been feeling "nonspecifically weak" or tired, don't ignore it. It’s time to stop looking at muscle loss as an inevitability and start looking at it as a modifiable clinical sign.

Check out the latest post and learn more: https://www.geriacademy.com/post/sarcopenia-the-muscle-loss-we-call-aging-but-shouldn-t

Sarcopenia is often dismissed as a normal part of aging, but clinically, it represents a critical loss of physiological reserve. This post introduces the HEALTH framework—a structured approach to understanding how aging, energy, and habits impact muscle mass and longevity. Learn to recognize early...

04/06/2026

New blog post is live.

I developed the Reset Technique, a simple framework for what to do when life feels off track.

If you’ve been feeling “off,” this will resonate.

Read more and download the worksheet:
https://www.geriacademy.com/post/the-reset-technique-what-to-do-when-life-feels-off-track

Sometimes life shifts and everything drifts. If you're feeling lost, burnt out, or off-track, discipline isn't the answer—stability is. Discover The Reset Technique, a clinical framework from geriatrics and lifestyle medicine designed to help you return to yourself when life gets overwhelming.

04/01/2026

Redefine what it means to age well.

Aging isn’t about a number on a birthday card—it’s about the energy you bring to your days and the strength you maintain over time.
Our new blog post explores the Invisible Framework of Healthspan Habits. These are the subtle routines and shifts that determine whether you'll just live longer, or live better.
If you’re ready to take control of your aging journey and boost your daily energy, this is for you.

Read more on the Geri Academy blog:

www.geriacademy.com/post/healthspan-habits-the-invisible-framework-that-shapes-aging-energy-and-longevity

Shift your trajectory with the HEALTH framework. Longevity isn't a destination; it’s a direction shaped by "repeated defaults." In this guide, we move beyond discipline to explore the biological signals of habits. Learn how to conduct a clinical Energy Audit, navigate the "drift" when life gets lo...

03/22/2026

Stop Chasing Longevity. Start Mastering Transformation.

Are we so obsessed with "bio-hacking" our way to a longer life that we’ve forgotten how to actually live one?

As a triple board-certified physician, I’ve spent my career mastering the body’s biology. But I’ve realized that medicine has its limits. We spend our 30s, 40s, and 50s obsessed with biomarkers and supplements—treating aging like a disease to be cured rather than a masterpiece to be completed.

In my latest blog post, I’m pulling back the curtain on The Longevity Trap.

I’m introducing the final, most critical piece of my HEALTH Framework: Transformation (T). Transformation isn’t about "anti-aging." It’s about the mental fortitude to stay the CEO of your life, even as your biology changes. It’s the shift from being a "declining adult" to becoming a Master Elder.

Whether you are building your health reserves in your 40s or navigating the "Third Half" of life right now, this is for you.

Read the full post and explore the HEALTH Framework here: https://www.geriacademy.com/so/d8PqLwvjF?languageTag=en

T- The Longevity Trap: Why We Must Move from Prevention to Transformation

03/17/2026

I have a question for you: When did "aging" become a bad word? 🤔

We spend so much energy trying to look younger, but we often neglect the things that actually help us feel better as the years go by.

Longevity isn't about how many candles are on your cake—it’s about the quality of the life you’re living between those birthdays.

I just published a new piece on why I'm moving away from the "Anti-Aging" label and why "Better Aging" is a much more powerful (and realistic) goal for all of us.

Read the full post here: https://www.geriacademy.com/post/longevity-it-s-not-about-anti-aging-it-s-about-better-aging

I’d love to know: What does "aging well" look like to you? Let’s talk in the comments!

Is longevity a race against time or a battle for independence? As a Geriatrician, I’m sharing why I don’t believe in “living forever.” Discover the HEALTH framework: a clinical strategy to build the biological reserve you need to stay sharp, active, and independent—matching your healthspan...

03/01/2026

Want to understand how Alzheimer’s dementia is diagnosed? Read this blog post, written by MarissaMoffitt, fourth year medical student. https://www.geriacademy.com/post/amyloid-plaques-and-tau-tangles-explained-understanding-alzheimer-s-disease-and-modern-diagnosis

03/01/2026

I had the honor of working with Marissa Moffitt, a fourth-year medical student at Campbell University School of Osteopathic Medicine, who will begin her pathology residency this July. She wrote a clear, easy-to-understand blog post explaining how we now diagnose Alzheimer’s dementia, a question I’m asked often. I hope you find it helpful. Please share with anyone who may benefit.

In 1906, Dr. Alois Alzheimer examined the brain of a woman who had experienced early memory loss and confusion. After her death, he found two abnormal protein patterns under the microscope—now known as amyloid plaques and tau tangles.These two changes are now considered the main physical signs of ...

02/22/2026

NEW BLOG POST- Stop confusing exercise with activity. In the HEALTH framework, your "functional status" is the real report card. Whether you’re 30 or 70, your ability to climb stairs, carry groceries, and move without fear predicts your future health more than any lab result. Learn why gait speed is the "sixth vital sign," how to build biological reserve, and why strength is the ultimate organ of independence. Protect your healthspan by reclaiming movement today.

The A in HEALTH, Activity, The Ability to Move Through Life.

02/20/2026

Hello friends, for those of you who have taken the time to read Life, Love, and the In-Between, thank you. It means more to me than you know.

If the book resonated with you, I would truly appreciate you taking a moment to leave a brief review on Amazon or Barnes & Noble. Reviews help more readers discover the book and keep the conversation going.

Grateful for your support. 💛

Life, Love, and the In Between