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Strategies for Early Detection in Alzheimer Disease
Panelists discuss how proactive screening and education empower APPs to detect Alzheimer disease earlier and initiate timely intervention.
EP: 1.Burden of Alzheimer Disease and Key Stakeholders Involved in Care
EP: 2.Role of APPs in Alzheimer Disease Care in Community and Academic Settings
EP: 3.Strategies for Early Detection in Alzheimer Disease
EP: 4.Impact of Timely Alzheimer Diagnosis on Treatment Selection and Disease Progression
Panelists discuss how earlier identification of cognitive impairment is essential to effective Alzheimer management. They stress the value of integrating screening tools in primary care visits, especially for aging populations, and of training advanced practice providers (APPs) to recognize subtle behavioral or cognitive changes that may indicate early disease.
Panelists discuss how systematic approaches—such as annual wellness assessments and standardized cognitive testing—can streamline referrals and prevent diagnostic delays. Collaboration between APPs and physicians is highlighted as a way to close gaps in patient awareness and follow-through, ensuring that early symptoms trigger timely evaluation.
Panelists discuss how public and professional education play a crucial role in overcoming stigma and encouraging earlier medical attention. By fostering proactive screening within community networks, APPs contribute to reducing the number of patients who present at advanced stages when fewer treatment options are available.
