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1:25 – 1:30

Introduction & Overview

Recognizing Early Signs and Symptoms

Case Study: Courtesy of Roxie Schell, MD, Saginaw

Office staff detect early signs and alert physician. Physician includes cognitive and depression screen in office visit.

Audience Questions and Panel Discussion

Assessing Patients: Beginning the Evaluation Process

Case Study: Courtesy of William Kerr, MD, Gaylord

Office visit with patient and daughter where dementia is already suspected and evaluation process begins.

Audience Questions and Panel Discussion


Disclosing a Diagnosis

Case Study: Courtesy of Chris Hough, MD, Midland

Office visit with patient and adult child when diagnosis is disclosed and referral to community resources made.


Audience Questions and Panel Discussion



Wrap-Up: For Further Information . . .