New Hope For Alzheimer’s

In “New Hope for Alzheimer’s,” you will meet Gayatri Devi, MD, a neurologist and author of The Spectrum of Hope: An Optimistic and New Approach to Alzheimer’s Disease. Through his work with Alzheimer’s patients for nearly a quarter-century, Dr. Devi has witnessed the great changes in how the disease is perceived and treated. Dr. Devi sits down with Bottom Line President Sarah Hiner to discuss how we are now able to diagnose the disease even when symptoms are very mild and promising new medications that can slow its progression. What is needed, Dr. Devi suggests, is a shift in public perception away from Alzheimer’s as a death sentence and toward one of hope.

Caregivers

Caregivers

Gayatri Devi | June 5, 2018

Caregivers are critical to the continued well-being of Alzheimer’s patients. In this video, Dr. Gayatri Devi, board-certified neurologist and author of The Spectrum of Hope: An Optimistic and New Approach to Alzheimer’s Disease, explains the difficulties caregivers face and why it is crucial for them to take care of themselves first and not feel guilty about it.

Medication Strategies for Dementia

Medication Strategies for Dementia

Gayatri Devi | June 1, 2018

There are different strategies as to when and how often patients should take their dementia medications. In this video, Dr. Gayatri Devi, board-certified neurologist, discusses her own dosing recommendations.

Preventing Alzheimer’s Disease

Preventing Alzheimer’s Disease

Gayatri Devi | May 30, 2018

In this video, Dr. Gayatri Devi details the steps you can take to reduce your chances of ever developing this form of dementia.

Natural Supplements for Alzheimer’s Disease

Natural Supplements for Alzheimer’s Disease

Gayatri Devi | May 28, 2018

There are a number of natural supplements that can be used to prevent or slow the progression of Alzheimer’s disease. In this video, Dr. Gayatri Devi, board-certified neurologist and author of The Spectrum of Hope: An Optimistic and New Approach to Alzheimer’s Disease, lists some of these supplements and explains how they work.

Caring for Dementia Patients

Caring for Dementia Patients

Gayatri Devi | May 24, 2018

In some cases, dementia patients will keep repeating the same questions or actions over and over again. This can be distressing for family members and caregivers, leaving them wondering what to do. Dr. Gayatri Devi recommends that people not correct the dementia patient unless his/her actions are dangerous.

Alzheimer’s Medications

Alzheimer’s Medications

Gayatri Devi | May 22, 2018

In this video, Dr. Gayatri Devi, board-certified neurologist and author of The Spectrum of Hope: An Optimistic and New Approach to Alzheimer’s Disease, discusses the medications used to treat Alzheimer’s.

Genetics and Alzheimer’s Disease

Genetics and Alzheimer’s Disease

Gayatri Devi | May 18, 2018

In this video, Dr. Gayatri Devi, board-certified neurologist and author of The Spectrum of Hope: An Optimistic and New Approach to Alzheimer’s Disease, explains the role of genetics in Alzheimer’s disease.

Daily Brain Exercises

Daily Brain Exercises

Gayatri Devi | May 11, 2018

In this video, Dr. Gayatri Devi, board-certified neurologist and author of The Spectrum of Hope: An Optimistic and New Approach to Alzheimer’s Disease, discusses activities people can do on a regular basis to take care of their brains.

Treatment for Alzheimer’s Disease

Treatment for Alzheimer’s Disease

Gayatri Devi | May 8, 2018

Is there a standard treatment protocol for Alzheimer’s disease? Dr. Gayatri Devi, board-certified neurologist and author of The Spectrum of Hope: An Optimistic and New Approach to Alzheimer’s Disease, explains that while almost all Alzheimer’s patients are on medication, treatment plans are highly individualized and may include brain exercises and stimulation, as well as lifestyle interventions.

Baseline Cognitive Evaluation
Aging

Baseline Cognitive Evaluation

Gayatri Devi | May 1, 2018

Dr. Gayatri Devi, board-certified neurologist and author of The Spectrum of Hope: An Optimistic and New Approach to Alzheimer’s Disease, urges people to get a baseline cognitive evaluation to assess their memory and brain function and as a basis of comparison for future evaluations.

Alzheimer’s Disease vs. Dementia

Alzheimer’s Disease vs. Dementia

Gayatri Devi | April 25, 2018

What is the diference between Alzheimer’s disease and dementia? Dr. Gayatri Devi, board-certified neurologist and author of The Spectrum of Hope: An Optimistic and New Approach to Alzheimer’s Disease, explains that dementia is an umbrella term for the death of nerve cells and loss of brain function, while Alzheimer’s disease is a specific type of dementia.

Test for Alzheimer’s

Test for Alzheimer’s

Gayatri Devi | April 19, 2018

Until recently, it was not possible to confirm a diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease prior to death, but now there are medical tests that can confirm this condition while the patient is still alive. Dr. Gayatri Devi, board-certified neurologist and author of The Spectrum of Hope: An Optimistic and New Approach to Alzheimer’s Disease, suggests first getting a thorough physical examination to rule out other possible causes of the diagnosis. The next step is a cognitive exam to assess all aspects of memory, and then an MRI to see if there are any structural changes within the brain. Doctors are able to confirm an Alzheimer’s diagnosis by looking for deposits with a spinal tap or PET scan provided that there also are cognitive changes and impairment. If you are concerned about loss of memory or cognitive function, pursue your doctor’s recommended tests. Dr. Devi urges everyone over age 60 to have a cognitive evaluation to record the brain’s baseline level of function and as a comparison for future evaluations.

Brain Health: Getting a Second Opinion

Brain Health: Getting a Second Opinion

Gayatri Devi | April 16, 2018

In this video, Dr. Gayatri Devi, board-certified neurologist and author of The Spectrum of Hope: An Optimistic and New Approach to Alzheimer’s Disease, says if you are not happy with your doctor’s response to your brain health concerns, you should get a second opinion to confirm or refute the diagnosis.