Alzheimer’s Disease with Dr. David Kheradyar
Today on MD-VOD, Dr. John Kennedy is joined by board certified neurologist, Dr. David Kheradyar to discuss Alzheimer’s disease. Together they examine the cause of Alzheimer’s, who is at risk, the symptoms, how it’s diagnosed and available medications, treatments and therapies. They further discuss the consequences and the realities of living with Alzheimer’s disease, including insurance coverage and related costs.
Today, as many as 5.1 million Americans may have Alzheimer’s disease. It is the most common form of dementia among the elderly. Alzheimer’s is caused by plaques and neurofibrillary tangles in the brain. This leads to a degeneration of certain centers of the brain, primarily the ones responsible for memory.
The most common symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease that you should look for are:
• Memory loss that disrupts daily life
• Challenges in planning or solving problems
• Difficulty completing familiar tasks at home, at work, or at leisure
• Confusion with time or place
• Trouble understanding visual images and spatial relationships
• New problems with words in speaking or writing
• Misplacing things and losing the ability to retrace steps
• Decreased or poor judgment
• Withdrawal from work or social activities
• Changes in mood and personality
Dr. Kheradyar points out that it is the patient’s family members and those that are closest to them that usually notice the symptoms of Alzheimer’s. There is currently no cure for Alzheimer’s disease, but with early detection you can get the maximum benefit of treatments that help delay the advancement of the condition.
So join us as we simplify this common and treatable disease and arm you with the tools and information you need to combat Alzheimer’s disease for yourself and those you love.
*****This video contains healthcare information only, not medical advice.*****
Host, Dr. John Kennedy, MD, FACC is the Director of Preventive Cardiology and Wellness, Marina Del Rey Hospital, Marina Del Rey, California. He is on the Board of Directors for the American Heart Association and is the Co-Author of The 15 Minute Heart Cure: The Natural Way to Release Stress and Heal Your Heart in Just Minutes a Day.
Guest expert, Dr. David Kheradyar is a board certified neurologist and president of Synapse Neurology. Dr Kheradyar has been in private practice in Neurology for over 8 years and cares for many patients with neurologic disorders in the Los Angeles area. He completed his Neurology training at UCLA Medical Center in Los Angeles. In his lectures, Dr. Kheradyar has educated both the professional medical community and patients regarding neurologic conditions such as multiple sclerosis, movement disorders, and epilepsy.
