In today's episode, hosts Dr. Raj Shah and Dr. Eukesh Ranjit revisit foundational lessons on Alzheimer's diagnosis, stressing the importance of practical techniques and understanding the critical role of office staff and caregivers in recognizing early signs. Primary Care physicians gain insights into evaluating cognitive issues, medication lists, mood, and essential diagnostic tests. Hosts: Raj Shah, MD. Professor, Family & Preventive Medicine and the Rush Alzheimer’s Disease Cente...
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In today's episode, hosts Dr. Raj Shah and Dr. Eukesh Ranjit revisit foundational lessons on Alzheimer's diagnosis, stressing the importance of practical techniques and understanding the critical role of office staff and caregivers in recognizing early signs. Primary Care physicians gain insights into evaluating cognitive issues, medication lists, mood, and essential diagnostic tests. Hosts: Raj Shah, MD. Professor, Family & Preventive Medicine and the Rush Alzheimer’s Disease Cente...
The Brain Trust - Episode 18: Alzheimer's Disease and Related Dementias in African American Communities
The Brain Trust
28 minutes
1 year ago
The Brain Trust - Episode 18: Alzheimer's Disease and Related Dementias in African American Communities
In our latest Brain Trust podcast episode, Dr. Raj Shah chats with Dr. Tonja Austin, family physician and assistant professor from Rush University. Dr. Austin shares her valuable insights, stemming from her extensive, frontline experience within the African-American community in an area commonly referred to as Illinois Southland. They delve into this community's unique characteristics, barriers they face, and most importantly, the necessity of fostering trust and providing education as key to...
The Brain Trust
In today's episode, hosts Dr. Raj Shah and Dr. Eukesh Ranjit revisit foundational lessons on Alzheimer's diagnosis, stressing the importance of practical techniques and understanding the critical role of office staff and caregivers in recognizing early signs. Primary Care physicians gain insights into evaluating cognitive issues, medication lists, mood, and essential diagnostic tests. Hosts: Raj Shah, MD. Professor, Family & Preventive Medicine and the Rush Alzheimer’s Disease Cente...
