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2026 HA DPG Virtual Symposium – Looking Ahead: Research and Innovation in Healthy Aging (Day 1)

Looking Ahead: Research & Innovation in Healthy Aging. Healthy Aging DPG 2026 Virtual Symposium

2026 HA DPG Virtual Symposium – Looking Ahead: Research and Innovation in Healthy Aging (Day 1)

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The 2026 Virtual Symposium 6 sessions:

  • Older Adults and Bariatric Information
  • UTIs and Delirium: Preventing Neuroinflammation in Aging Populations
  • Nourishing the Brain: Cognitive Health an Sleep

This session is scheduled for March 26, 2026. We anticipate that the session will be approved for 2.5 hours CPEU.

Product Publish Details

Release Date: March 25, 2026

SKU: LOHAVSP10326

CPE Level: 2

CPEU: 2.50 (Valid Until March 25, 2029)

Learning Objectives

  • Session 1 - Older Adults and Bariatric Info
    • Identify potential stigma around obesity and metabolic and bariatric surgery (MBS).
    • Describe (MBS) procedures, eligibility, and mechanism of action.
    • Examine surgical outcomes for older adults.
    • List key areas of opportunity within a nutrition assessment.
  • Session 2 - UTIs and Delirium: Preventing Neuroinflammation in Aging Populations
    • Identify the clinical and nutritional risk factors that contribute to UTIs and delirium in aging populations.
    • Explain the role of neuroinflammation in the development of delirium associated with UTIs in older adults.
    • Plan evidence-based nutritional and lifestyle interventions to reduce UTI incidence and support cognitive health in geriatric care.
  • Session 3 - Nourishing the Brain: Cognitive Health and Sleep
    • Identify the 6 Pillars of Brain Health and essential nutrients for brain health and sleep.
    • Explore the relationship between diet and sleep quality, recognizing foods that promote sleep and those that may disrupt sleep patterns.
    • Learn practical strategies for incorporating brain-boosting and sleep-supporting foods into daily meals and other lifestyle tips for improved sleep.

Performance Indicators

  • Session 1 - Older Adults and Bariatric Info
    • 8.1.6, 11.1.2, 11.1.3
  • Session 2 - UTIs and Delirium: Preventing Neuroinflammation in Aging Populations
    • 1.4.2, 8.1.6, 11.3.4, 11.3.5
  • Session 3 - Nourishing the Brain: Cognitive Health and Sleep
    • 8.4.6, 9.1.5, 9.5.1

Headshot. Melissa Majumdar

Melissa Majumdar, MS, RDN, CSOWM, LDN

Speaker - Older Adults and Bariatric Info

Melissa is a registered dietitian and Board-Certified Specialist in Obesity and Weight Management. She is the Metabolic & Bariatric Program Manager at Emory University Hospital Midtown, where she leads initiatives that reduce complications, standardize care, and improve outcomes across hospitals. A recognized leader in the field, Melissa has held leadership roles with the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery and the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. She is a frequent national speaker on bariatric nutrition and quality improvement.
Chelsea Danna, MEd, RD, LDN

Chelsea Danna, Med, RD, LDN

Speaker - UTIs and Delirium: Preventing Neuroinflammation in Aging Populations

Chelsea is a Clinical and Nutrition Manager in long-term care, specializing in the prevention of delirium and cognitive decline through integrative nutrition strategies. She leads interdisciplinary initiatives focused on optimizing hydration, immune support, and gut-brain health to improve outcomes for aging adults. Her approach emphasizes non-pharmacological methods to reduce infection risk and support cognitive resilience. She advocates for person-centered, preventive models that enhance quality of life, preserve independence, and foster collaboration among healthcare teams to promote healthier aging across care settings.
Headshot. Karman Meyer

Karman Meyer, RDN, LDN, RYT

Speaker - Nourishing the Brain: Cognitive Health and Sleep

Karman is a registered dietitian and nationally recognized expert in her field, specializing in culinary nutrition and nutrition for better sleep. She is the author of "Eat To Sleep: What To Eat & When To Eat It for a Good Night's Sleep" and host of her own PBS special program based on the book. She is the founder of NourishWell Network, a consulting company providing wellness programs and culinary events to businesses and residential communities.

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