Patina is a medical practice that’s here to support adults 65+ by providing personalized care, navigation and coordination. We can be your main primary care provider (PCP), or if you prefer, you can keep your current PCP and still get extra help from your Patina care team. Whether we’re your PCP or just delivering additional...
How balance, mobility, and a safe home can help you stay independent By Alexandra Ristow, MD, Lead Primary Care Practitioner (PCP) at Patina
As people across the United States grow older, many are expressing a strong desire to remain in their homes and live independently. In fact, a U.S. News survey found that 95% of adults aged 55 and up view aging in place as an important goal. At Patina, we couldn’t agree more. And thanks to some incredible advancements in...
By Katie Maceyko, Nurse Practitioner, and Monika Downey, PhD, Senior Director of Behavioral Health With fall and winter approaching, no one wants to miss out on holiday gatherings with family and friends because they’re sick! The colder months bring an increased risk of respiratory illness from viruses such as the flu and...
By Kathy Hill, Nurse Practitioner Did you know that type 2 diabetes is the most common form of disease to develop in older adults? In fact, more than 38 million Americans have diabetes (about 1 in 10) and about 90-to-95 percent of them have type 2 diabetes, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
By Katie Maceyko, Nurse Practitioner Learn how to protect yourself and others from the harmful rays of the sun
This June marks the 55th anniversary of the Stonewall Riots and the 25th anniversary of the first Pride Month. The 20-year-olds who participated in the nation’s first Pride parades – marches held in New York, Los Angeles and Chicago to fight against unfair laws and treatment – are now over 65 years old today. While Pride...
Loretta Green-Williams, age 70, has always had a high tolerance for pain. But when she began experiencing excruciating pain in her legs along with indigestion, she grew worried and scheduled an appointment with her primary care practitioner (PCP). Hoping for a full medical evaluation to get to the root cause of her health...
By Alexandra Ristow, MD May is more than just a time to enjoy the blooming flowers and warmer weather. It’s a month packed with appreciations and observances to raise awareness about a number of health conditions, including stroke – the fifth leading cause of death in the United States.
By Neil Patel, MD, Chief Health Officer May is Older Americans Month, a time to honor and celebrate the accomplishments of this very special group of people.At Patina, we honor and celebrate older adults every day. It’s in our DNA and underpins our mission: To profoundly improve the healthcare and aging experience for people...
