Our department research focuses on connections between cardiovascular health and brain health, training primary care providers to screen for cognitive impairment, and connecting patients and families to treatment and support services particularly in rural and underserved communities.
African Americans have a higher risk of developing Mild Cognitive Impairment and Alzheimer's Disease compared with Whites. This study is assessing the feasibility and acceptability of a Cognitive Behavior Therapy Intervention among African American patients with MCI using a 3-arm randomized controlled trial.
The purpose of the GA Geriatric Workforce Enhancement Program (GA-GWEP) is to improve the health and well-being of older Georgians, their families, and their communities by:"
Georgia Memory Net is a statewide program dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of Alzheimer's disease and other dementias. Our faculty are leading the education and evaluation components of this program.
