Accurate diagnosis and evaluation are critical in developing an effective treatment plan for dementia. We employ a variety of tests and evaluations to assess cognitive function, identify the type of dementia, and determine the most appropriate interventions.

Following are some of the tests, evaluations, and scans that may be carried out:

• Clinical Assessment – Gathering detailed medical, family, and psychosocial history to identify risk factors and rule out other conditions. Assessing overall health and identifying any physical conditions that could contribute to cognitive impairment.
• Cognitive and Neuropsychological Testing – Mini-Mental State Examination (MMSE) and Montreal Cognitive Assessment (MoCA)
• Psychiatric Evaluation – Mood and Behavior Assessments, Functional Assessments
• Laboratory Tests – Brain Imaging, Blood Tests, Cerebrospinal Fluid (CSF) Analysis
• Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) – Provides detailed images of brain structure to detect atrophy, vascular changes, or other abnormalities.
• Computed Tomography (CT) Scan – Useful for detecting strokes, tumors, or other structural abnormalities.
• Positron Emission Tomography (PET) Scan – Helps in identifying amyloid plaques and tau tangles, which are hallmarks of Alzheimer’s disease.