Managing Dementia 2025

Managing Dementia 2025 is organized by University of Kansas Medical Center (KUMC) and will be held on Apr 18, 2025.

Objectives:

• Select tools for screening for early signs of cognitive impairment in a primary care practice.
• Explain the importance of early identification of cognitive decline and dementia.
• Identify appropriate interventions: non-pharmacological and pharmacological.
• Discuss the differential diagnosis of dementia and treatment options for the most common forms of Dementia.
• Discuss the currently available treatments for Alzheimer's disease and Lewy body disease and their impact on the disorder.
• Discuss major research advances that may lead to improved diagnostic, treatment, and prevention efforts.
• Describe the application of patient empowerment features to interdisciplinary Dementia support.