Episodes

  • Talking Aged Care with Dr. Harsh
    Jun 9 2026

    What separates the best aged care homes from the rest?

    In this episode of Talking Aged Care, Mark Silva sits down with GP Dr Harsh Wardhan to discuss what great aged care looks like in practice and why the strongest providers often identify problems before they become crises.

    Drawing on his experience working across multiple residential aged care homes, Dr Harsh shares insights into:

    * The characteristics of high-performing aged care homes
    * Clinical leadership and resident outcomes
    * Medication safety and reducing risk
    * The evolving role of GPs and nurse practitioners
    * Dementia care and non-pharmacological approaches
    * Workforce challenges facing the sector
    * Innovation and the future of aged care
    * What providers can do today to improve care outcomes

    Whether you’re an aged care executive, facility manager, clinical leader, nurse, GP or simply interested in the future of aged care, this conversation provides practical insights from the frontline of care.

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    ABOUT TALKING AGED CARE

    Talking Aged Care explores the leadership, workforce, operational and strategic issues shaping the future of aged care in Australia.

    Hosted by Mark Silva, the podcast features honest conversations with sector leaders, clinicians, operators, innovators and subject matter experts.

    Connect with Mark Silva:
    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marksilva
    Website: https://www.fidemholdings.com.au

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