Lauren B. Gerlach, D.O., M.S.

This presentation addresses the unique challenges of prescribing psychiatric medications to older adults, pharmacokinetic and pharmacodynamic changes, and specific considerations across medication classes.

In this interview, Dr. Lauren Gerlach reviews essential clinical principles in the assessment and management of older adults with psychiatric conditions. She presents dosing strategies and additional therapeutic options, particularly for patients who may have specific concerns, such as sexual dysfunction, postural hypotension, gastrointestinal adverse effects, and renal impairment.

In this interview, Dr. Lauren Gerlach addresses common clinical concerns regarding the management of behavioral and psychological symptoms of dementia. She also discusses psychopharmacologic considerations when treating patients with Parkinson’s disease or Lewy body dementia with concomitant psychosis, management of apathy and mood swings, and the potential role of ECT for this population.

In this video lecture, Dr. Lauren Gerlach addresses important concepts regarding behavioral and psychological symptoms of dementia, including a thorough description of the underlying factors that contribute to the development of these behaviors. In addition, she gives a complete explanation about the DICE approach and guides clinicians on pharmacologic measures. Finally, she presents a case vignette to illustrate an application of treatment strategies in a clinical setting.