Alzheimer's Disease

Compassionate Care for Alzheimer's Disease

Alzheimer’s disease begins with mild changes that seem like typical aging. As the condition progresses, memory lapses become more noticeable. You may realize you can’t remember a new fact you just learned.

You may feel overwhelmed and worried about what comes next. But you don’t have to face it alone.

Turn to the comforting Emory cognitive neurology team. Our Alzheimer’s experts provide exceptional support and treatments tailored to your unique needs.

Why Choose Emory Healthcare?

Emory Healthcare created a community to support people with Alzheimer’s disease and their families. Your journey is easier as you partner with a team of nationally recognized Alzheimer’s experts in one convenient location.

Our cognitive neurology team combines personalized attention with today’s most innovative Alzheimer’s treatments. Emory Healthcare participates in clinical trials and studies at Emory University Goizueta Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center. This means you have access to the latest treatments.

What is Alzheimer's Disease?

Alzheimer’s disease causes memory loss and changes in your ability to think, talk and act. This brain illness is the most common type of dementia.

Alzheimer’s develops when clusters of proteins accumulate in and around the nerves in your brain. Over time, the disease progresses as the clusters enlarge and cause more nerve damage.

No one can predict how fast Alzheimer’s will progress in each person. However, today’s advanced medications help slow the brain changes.

To learn more about Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias, please visit the Alzheimer’s Association or alzheimers.gov.

Our state partner, Georgia Memory Net, also sponsors several educational and support programs. You can learn more about these programs at https://gamemorynet.org/resource_category/training-programs/.

Symptoms of Alzheimer's Disease

The earliest Alzheimer’s symptom is forgetting information you recently learned (short-term memory loss). Other symptoms in each stage include:

Family-Centered Patient Resources

Emory Healthcare offers a network of support and education to help you and your family navigate this journey.

Diagnosing Alzheimer's Disease

An Alzheimer’s diagnosis begins with a discussion. Your doctor will talk to you about your symptoms, when they started and how they impact your daily life.

 

Because Alzheimer’s disease affects your memory, your doctor will also talk with someone who knows you well. You may bring a partner, family member or friend with you. They often notice changes you’re unaware of, or they can add helpful details.

 

The next step is a physical and neurological exam. Your doctor also does a quick memory test. Depending on your results, we may order additional testing, such as:

Alzheimer's Disease Treatments

We offer forward-thinking treatment options for Alzheimer’s disease and memory loss.

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