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TOPIC: Alzheimers Disease Update
GUESTS: Paul Solomon, PhD Dr. Solomon is the Clinical Director of the Memory Disorders Clinic at Southwestern Vermont Medical Center in Bennington, Vermont. Dr. Solomon is Professor of Psychology and founding Chairman of the Neuroscience Program at Williams College. He is a licensed Psychologist specializing in neuropsychology and is particularly interested in the neuropsychology of memory disorders and their treatment. Dr. Solomon has written four books on the topic, contributed chapters to 15 edited volumes, and co-authored and presented more than 125 research papers. Dr. Solomon has been the recipient of research grants to study memory and memory disorders from the National Science Foundation, the National Institute of Mental Health, and the Environmental Protection Agency. He is a recipient of a National Research Service Award from the National Institutes of Health. Dr. Solomon is a Fellow of the American Psychological Association, The American Association for the Advancement of Science and a member of the National Academy of Neuropsychology. He is on the board of the Western Massachusetts Chapter of Alzheimers Association. Earl A. Zimmerman, MD Dr. Zimmerman is a professor and chairman of the Department of Neurology at Albany Medic al Center. He received his medical degree from the University of Pennsylvania and completed his residency training in neurology at the Neurological Institute of New York. He became professor of neurology at the Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons in New York City where he served on the faculty for l5 years. In 1985, he was named Chairman of the Department of Neurology, Professor of Cell Biology and Anatomy as well as Co-Director of the Center for Healthy Aging at the University of Oregon Health Sciences Center prior to coming to Albany in 2000. Dr. Zimmerman is the director of the Medical Center's Alzheimer's Research Center. Dr. Zimmerman's research interests include Alzheimer's Disease and other neurological disorders of aging, neuroendocrinology, brain peptides and neural plasticity. He is an active member of several societies including the American Academy of Neurology, American Neurological Association, Society for Neuroscience and The Endocrine Society. Dr. Zimmerman has published over 120 scientific articles. Michael Wolff, MD, FACP Dr. Wolff is a gerontologist in practice at Community Care Physicians located in Troy. He is also a Clinical Professor in the Dept. of Geriatrics at Albany Medical College. Web Resources
The Alzheimers Center
The Alzheimers Center is a division of the Neurosciences Institute located at Albany Medical Center. The Alzheimers center is set up to provide the highest quality of service in the Capital Region for people suffering from neurological disorders. The center is headed by Dr. Earl Zimmerman, who has expertise in aging dementia associated with neurodegenerative diseases. Go to their website for more info The Memory Clinic The Memory Clinic, located in Bennington, Vermont, specializes in the diagnosis, treatment, and management of memory disorders. The Memory Clinic is part of an exclusive, nationwide group of clinics, called the Alzheimers Disease Cooperative Study, sponsored by the National Institutes of Health. The Memory Clinic is involved in testing medications that treat both the behavioral and cognitive symptoms of Alzheimers and related diseases. Additionally, The Memory Clinic is participating in clinical research trials aimed at evaluating medications that are hoped to delay or even halt the progression of Alzheimers disease. The Memory Clinic is headed by Dr. Paul Solomon who is highly well known in the field. Go to their website for more info Alzheimers Association The Alzheimers Association, the world leader in Alzheimer research and support, is the first and largest voluntary health organization dedicated to finding prevention methods, treatments and an eventual cure for Alzheimers. For 25 years, the donor-supported, not-for-profit Alzheimers Association has provided reliable information and care consultation; created supportive services for families; increased funding for dementia research; and influenced public policy changes. 24 hour helpline: 1-800-272-3900. The Northeastern New York Chapter's website: http://www.alzneny.org/site/home.asp Go to their website for more info Alzheimers Disease Education and Referral Center The U.S. Congress created the Alzheimer's Disease Education and Referral (ADEAR) Center in 1990 to "compile, archive, and disseminate information concerning Alzheimers disease" for health professionals, people with AD and their families, and the public. Use this site to find current, comprehensive Alzheimers disease (AD) information and resources from the U.S. Government's National Institute on Aging (NIA). Go to their website for more info Alzinfo.org Alzinfo.org is a tool of the Fisher Center for Alzheimers Research Foundation to educate people about this devastating disease. The mission of the website is to educate, engage and create an online community with 24 hours a day, 7 days a week access to information and support via online chats, message boards and the most comprehensive resource databases available. Whether you are afflicted with Alzheimers, or a caregiver, or a loved one of an Alzheimers patient, you are sure to find answers to your questions. Our Resource Locater will help you find local support on a variety of topics. Go to their website for more info The New York State Office for hte Aging The New York State Office for the Aging serves as a focal point and advocate for older New Yorkers and their families seeking information to help them address the myriad of issues they face on a daily basis. From caregiving, to accessing home delivered meals or transportation services, youﾒll find help through the New York State Office for the Aging. NYS Senior Citizens' Hot Line: 1-800-342-9871 Go to their website for more info |
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