Memory Disorders Program

Conditions We Treat

Dementia

Dementia is a descriptive term for a collection of symptoms that can be caused by a number of disorders affecting the brain. By definition it is a severe decline in mental ability that interferes with daily life. Some memory loss can occur with the normal aging process, however dementia is more serious. It affects the ability to organize thoughts, use language and accurately see the visual world. Alzheimer’s disease is the most common form of dementia.

Alzheimer's Disease

Alzheimer's disease is a disorder that damages the brain. It causes a steady loss of memory and of your ability to speak, think, and do daily activities. Some people lose the ability to do daily activities in the first few years. Others may do fairly well until much later. Symptoms of this brain disease include:

• Forgetfulness
• Difficulty performing tasks
• Language problems
• Disorientation
• Changes in mood or behavior
• Loss of interest in normal, daily routines

 

Cognitive Rehabilitation

Cognitive Rehabilitation is a form of therapy that focuses on restoring, strengthening, and sharpening cognitive functions impaired due to brain degeneration, aging, or another medical incident. Dr. Jon Artz and Dr. Davor Zink have extensive experience and expertise in providing a specialized cognitive rehabilitation care plan—including cognitive exercises to perform, hands-on, bridging activities, and cognitive strategies to improve their everyday life.

Who We Treat

The Cognitive Rehab program is structured for a wide array of patients who have memory or cognitive impairment. Mild Cognitive Impairment (MCI) can occur in a person who notices that they are having memory or thinking problems, but it isn't enough to impair their day-to-day functioning.

• Early-stage Alzheimer’s
• Mild Cognitive Impairment (MCI) potential – over the age of 60
• Memory problems
• Those being referred to a Neurologist
• Aging
• Reducing risk (lifestyle)
• Memory issues but still high functioning