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The Dr. Raj Podcast

The Dr. Raj Podcast

Everyday Rheum - Traveling with a Loved One Who Has Disability: Meet Tom and Nancy

The Dr. Raj Podcast · Apr 8, 2026 · 36:45

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Today's Episode
Tom shares his experience traveling to Hawaii with his wife Nancy, who
has Alzheimer's disease, and their caregivers. They faced challenges
including managing Nancy's stress, medication schedule, and mobility
needs, but still had enjoyable moments. Tom provides advice for
caregivers considering travel, such as contacting TSA Cares in advance
and pacing activities appropriately.

About Dr. Koolaee
Dr. Michelle Koolaee did her training for internal medicine residency at
St. Luke's Roosevelt Hospital and went on to do her fellowship at
University of Pennsylvania for rheumatology, where she was named Fellow
of the Year. She then became an assistant professor at the University of
Southern California before working at organizations such as Healthcare
Partners and Presbyterian Intercommunity Hospital. She currently
practices at Huntington Health, an affiliate of Cedars-Sinai, and is now starting her own direct care practice.



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