The Penn Memory Center is committed to supporting clinicians with educational tools and resources designed to improve patient care and understanding of cognitive health. Below, you’ll find a selection of training series and expert discussions designed to strengthen your expertise in evaluating, diagnosing, and managing cognitive impairment.
Cognition in Primary Care Series
This series was created by internists at the University of Washington to help primary care providers diagnose and set a plan for patients with cognitive impairment.
Part 1: Evaluating Cognition
Description:
This session outlines the essential components of a cognitive assessment and provides guidance on diagnosing cognitive impairment in primary care settings.
Part 2: Set a Plan for a Newly Diagnosed Patient
Description:
Explore common neurodegenerative causes of cognitive impairment and learn effective strategies for discussing a new diagnosis with patients and their families.
Part 3: Tips for Managing Mild Cognitive Impairment and Dementia
Description:
This session focuses on managing cognitive and behavioral symptoms and provides insights into decision-making and care planning for patients with cognitive impairment or dementia.
Didactics
Didactic sessions are tailored to the broader Penn Memory Center and Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center (ADRC) audience. These presentations cover a variety of topics, including research updates and overviews of ADRC cores.
Available Recordings:
- PMC Psychometric Testing
Dawn Mechanic-Hamilton, PhD, ABPP/CN
Neurodegenerative Disease Grand Rounds
A collaborative initiative between the Penn Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center, Penn Frontotemporal Degeneration Center, Penn Memory Center, and the Penn Institute on Aging, these Grand Rounds provide in-depth presentations by leading experts in neurodegenerative diseases.
What to Expect:
- Cutting-edge research findings in Alzheimer’s disease, frontotemporal degeneration, and other neurodegenerative conditions
- Expert insights on translating research into clinical practice
- Advanced discussions for those with a foundational understanding or beyond in the field