The 20 Best Alzheimer's Disease Doctors Near Me in Pikesville, MD

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 191 doctor with experience in Alzheimer's Disease near Pikesville, MD. Of these, 156 are Experienced, 24 are Advanced, 10 are Distinguished and 1 are Elite.

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    Elite in Alzheimer's Disease
    Psychiatry | Geriatrics
    Elite in Alzheimer's Disease
    Psychiatry | Geriatrics

    Johns Hopkins University

    4940 Eastern Ave, 
    Baltimore, MD 
     (11.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Greek
    Offers Telehealth

    A native of Athens, Greece, Professor Lyketsos graduated from Northwestern University with a BA in Psychology and from Washington University Medical School in St. Louis with a Medical Doctorate. He completed residency and Chief Residency in psychiatry at Johns Hopkins, as well as a fellowship in clinical epidemiology. An active clinician, teacher, and researcher, Dr. Lyketsos is a world expert in the care and treatment of patients with Alzheimer’s and related dementias (ADRD). He carried out pioneering work on the epidemiology and treatment of neuropsychiatric features of AD. His team is developing biomarkers to accelerate treatment development for AD while designing and implementing innovative clinical trials. He leads efforts to ensure the provision of state-of-the-art Dementia Care for people with dementia in the community. Dr. Lyketsos is the Elizabeth Plank Althouse Professor at Johns Hopkins University. He directs the Johns Hopkins Bayview Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences, as well as the Richman Family Precision Medicine Center of Excellence in Alzheimer’s Disease and the Memory and Alzheimer’s Treatment Center. He is the recipient of multiple awards including the 2022 Argo Award for Science from the President of the Hellenic Republic. He has authored/co-authored over 450 peer-reviewed articles, chapters, commentaries, as well as five books. His work has been cited over 76,000 times with an h-index of 149. A 2021 Stanford University publication reported that he ranked #13 out of 9,246 scientists worldwide (all-time) in the field of Geriatrics. Castle-Connolly has named Dr. Lyketsos as one of America’s Top Doctors every year since 2001. A listing of Dr. Lyketsos’ publications can be found at: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/myncbi/constantine.lyketsos.1/bibliography/public/. Dr. Lyketsos is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Alzheimer's Disease. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Dementia, Alzheimer's Disease, Lewy Body Dementia (LBD), Delirium, and Deep Brain Stimulation. Dr. Lyketsos is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology.

    Advanced in Alzheimer's Disease
    Psychiatry | Geriatrics
    Advanced in Alzheimer's Disease
    Psychiatry | Geriatrics

    Johns Hopkins University

    10755 Falls Rd, 
    Lutherville, MD 
     (4.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Cynthia Fields is a Psychiatrist and a Geriatrics provider practicing medicine in Lutherville, Maryland. Dr. Fields is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Alzheimer's Disease. She is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Major Depression, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Alzheimer's Disease, and Bipolar Disorder (BPD). Dr. Fields is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology.

    Experienced in Alzheimer's Disease
    Psychiatry | Geriatrics
    Experienced in Alzheimer's Disease
    Psychiatry | Geriatrics

    Johns Hopkins University

    10755 Falls Rd, 
    Lutherville, MD 
     (4.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Morrow is an assistant professor at the Johns Hopkins School of Medicine in the division of Geriatric Psychiatry and Neuropsychiatry. His clinical and research focus is on the management of neuropsychiatric symptoms (NPS) in neurodegenerative disorders including Alzheimer’s disease, Frontotemporal Dementia, and Parkinson’s disease. He sees patients at the Johns Hopkins Young-Onset Dementia Clinic and Movement Disorder Psychiatry Clinic as well as on the inpatient Geriatric Psychiatry Service. Dr. Morrow is involved in a variety of clinical trials testing novel agents for the treatment of cognition, depression, and psychosis in neurodegenerative diseases. Dr. Morrow is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Alzheimer's Disease. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Dementia, Alzheimer's Disease, and Bipolar Disorder (BPD). Dr. Morrow is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology.

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    Distinguished in Alzheimer's Disease
    Psychiatry | Geriatrics
    Distinguished in Alzheimer's Disease
    Psychiatry | Geriatrics

    Johns Hopkins University

    5300 Alpha Commons Dr, Fl 1, 
    Baltimore, MD 
     (10.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Milap Nowrangi, M.D., MS, is an assistant professor of psychiatry and behavioral sciences at The Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. Dr. Nowrangi specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of age-related cognitive disorders, including Alzheimer's Disease and related dementias. He also is interested in the treatment or management of behavioral and cognitive sequelae of neurological diseases, including those caused by traumatic brain injury, stroke, epilepsy or toxic exposures. Dr. Nowrangi is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Alzheimer's Disease. He is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Alzheimer's Disease, Dementia, Bipolar Disorder (BPD), and Neuronal Intranuclear Inclusion Disease (NIID). Dr. Nowrangi is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology.

    Distinguished in Alzheimer's Disease
    Neurology | Geriatrics
    Distinguished in Alzheimer's Disease
    Neurology | Geriatrics

    Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center

    Baltimore, MD 
     (11.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, German, Hungarian
    Offers Telehealth

    1988-1992, Assistant Professor, Department of Pharmacology, Semmelweis Medical University, Budapest, Hungary. 1992-1996, Instructor, Department of Anesthesiology and Critical Care Medicine, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Baltimore, MD. 2001-2014, Assistant Professor, Division of Geriatric Medicine and Gerontology, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Baltimore, MD. 2012-2014, Assistant Professor, Department of Neurology, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Baltimore, MD. 2014-present, Associate Professor, Division of Geriatric Medicine and Gerontology, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Baltimore, MD. 2014-present, Department of Neurology, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Baltimore, MD. Dr. Yasar is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Alzheimer's Disease. She is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus, Congenital Cardiovascular Shunt, Dementia, and Alzheimer's Disease. Dr. Yasar is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine.

    Distinguished in Alzheimer's Disease
    Psychiatry | Geriatrics
    Distinguished in Alzheimer's Disease
    Psychiatry | Geriatrics

    Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center

    5300 Alpha Commons Drive, Floor 4, Floor 4, 
    Baltimore, MD 
     (11.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Haroon Burhanullah, MD is an Assistant Professor at the Johns Hopkins University. He received fellowship training from Johns Hopkins University. He works at the Memory and Alzheimer’s Treatment Center and oversees the operations of novel disease-modifying treatment, Anti amyloid therapies like Lecanemab in Alzheimer’s disease. He is also Director of Consultation Liaison service in the ED. He is currently serving as a steering committee member of the Perioperative and Cognition PIA of Alzheimer’s Association. Dr. Burhanullah is recipient of the National Institute of Aging award on the use of artificial intelligence in the management of delirium and its association with cognition. He is the author of several peer-reviewed articles published at various American Journals and a reviewer of internationally renowned journals. Dr. Burhanullah is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Alzheimer's Disease. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Alzheimer's Disease, Dementia, Vascular Dementia, and Schizophrenia. Dr. Burhanullah is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology.

    Advanced in Alzheimer's Disease
    Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Alzheimer's Disease
    Internal Medicine

    Levindale Hebrew Geriatric Center And Hospital

    2434 W Belvedere Ave, 
    Baltimore, MD 
     (3.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Raymond Miller is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Baltimore, Maryland. Dr. Miller is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Alzheimer's Disease. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Vascular Dementia, Dementia, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Schizoaffective Disorder, and Aneurysm Repair.

    Advanced in Alzheimer's Disease
    Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Alzheimer's Disease
    Internal Medicine

    Levindale Hebrew Geriatric Center And Hospital

    2434 W Belvedere Ave, 
    Baltimore, MD 
     (3.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Sweeta Nagvenkar is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Baltimore, Maryland. Dr. Nagvenkar is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Alzheimer's Disease. She is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Dementia, Vascular Dementia, Alzheimer's Disease, and Lewy Body Dementia (LBD).

    Advanced in Alzheimer's Disease
    Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Alzheimer's Disease
    Internal Medicine

    Levindale Hebrew Geriatric Center And Hospital

    2434 W Belvedere Ave, 
    Baltimore, MD 
     (3.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Lijun Zhou is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Baltimore, Maryland. Dr. Zhou is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Alzheimer's Disease. He is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Vascular Dementia, Myelitis, Alzheimer's Disease, and AIDS Dementia Complex.

    Advanced in Alzheimer's Disease
    Advanced in Alzheimer's Disease

    Levindale Hebrew Geriatric Center And Hospital

    2434 W Belvedere Ave, 
    Baltimore, MD 
     (3.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Gizaw Woldehiwot is a primary care provider, practicing in Geriatrics in Baltimore, Maryland. Dr. Woldehiwot is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Alzheimer's Disease. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Vascular Dementia, Alzheimer's Disease, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), and Dementia.

    Advanced in Alzheimer's Disease
    Advanced in Alzheimer's Disease

    Brain Spine Institute Neurology-Sinai

    2401 W Belvedere Ave, 
    Baltimore, MD 
     (3.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Robin Wilson is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Baltimore, Maryland. Dr. Wilson is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Alzheimer's Disease. She is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus, Congenital Cardiovascular Shunt, Hydrocephalus, and Cerebellum Agenesis Hydrocephaly.

    Distinguished in Alzheimer's Disease
    Psychiatry
    Distinguished in Alzheimer's Disease
    Psychiatry

    Sheppard Pratt

    6501 N Charles St, 
    Towson, MD 
     (5.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Matthew Mee is a Psychiatrist practicing medicine in Towson, Maryland. Dr. Mee is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Alzheimer's Disease. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Alzheimer's Disease, Major Depression, Bipolar Disorder (BPD), and Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD).

    Experienced in Alzheimer's Disease
    Experienced in Alzheimer's Disease

    Johns Hopkins Health Care & Surgery Center - Green Spring Station, Lutherville

    Lutherville, MD 
     (6.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Liana Rosenthal, M.D. is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Neurology at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine in Baltimore, Maryland. Dr. Rosenthal completed medical school at Johns Hopkins with an internship at Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center. She completed her neurology residency and movement disorder fellowship at The Johns Hopkins Hospital. Dr. Rosenthal is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Alzheimer's Disease. She is also highly rated in 27 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Movement Disorders, Parkinson's Disease, Olivopontocerebellar Atrophy, and Spinocerebellar Ataxia. Dr. Rosenthal is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology.

    Experienced in Alzheimer's Disease
    Experienced in Alzheimer's Disease

    Johns Hopkins Health Care & Surgery Center - Green Spring Station, Lutherville

    10753 Falls Road, Pavilion II STE 115, Pavilion II STE 115, 
    Lutherville, MD 
     (6.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Mackenzie Cervenka focuses on the diagnosis and treatment of patients with seizures and epilepsy, including surgical treatment and dietary therapies. She is an attending physician in the Epilepsy Monitoring Unit. Her specific interests include evaluations for seizure surgery, continuous electroencephalography in the intensive care unit, epilepsy in women (including considerations during pregnancy), and dietary therapies for adults with epilepsy. Dr. Cervenka's research focuses the efficacy of Ketogenic diets in the treatment of adults with epilepsy. She also studies brain mapping in preparation for epilepsy surgery. Dr. Cervenka completed her undergraduate studies at the University of Virginia and received her medical degree from the University of Virginia School of Medicine. She then completed her internship in internal medicine and residency in neurology at the University of Maryland Medical Center. Dr. Cervenka completed a fellowship in epilepsy and clinical neurophysiology at Johns Hopkins. Dr. Cervenka currently sees patients in The Johns Hopkins Outpatient Center on Monday and Wednesday afternoons. She also sees patients in The Johns Hopkins Adult Epilepsy Diet Center on Friday mornings once a month. Dr. Cervenka is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Alzheimer's Disease. She is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Epilepsy, Seizures, Lennox-Gastaut Syndrome (LGS), and Status Epilepticus. Dr. Cervenka is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology.

    Distinguished in Alzheimer's Disease
    Psychiatry
    Distinguished in Alzheimer's Disease
    Psychiatry

    Office

    701 W Pratt St Rm 474, 
    Baltimore, MD 
     (7.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Julie Fields is a Psychiatrist practicing medicine in Baltimore, Maryland. Dr. Fields is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Alzheimer's Disease. She is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Dementia, Alzheimer's Disease, Menopause, Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT), and Deep Brain Stimulation.

    Advanced in Alzheimer's Disease
    Advanced in Alzheimer's Disease

    Johns Hopkins Outpatient Center

    Baltimore, MD 
     (8.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, German

    Dr. Scholz is a neurologist and geneticist specializing in neurodegenerative disorders such as Parkinson's disease, atypical parkinsonism and dementia syndromes. She received her medical degree from the Medical University Innsbruck, Austria. Following graduation, she was a postdoctoral fellow at the National Institutes of Health under the supervision of Drs. Andrew Singleton and John Hardy. She obtained a Ph.D. in neurogenomics from the University College London, UK in 2010. She then moved to Baltimore to complete her neurology residency training at Johns Hopkins. In 2015 Dr. Scholz received the McFarland Transition to Independence Award for Neurologist-Scientists. She is Lasker Clinical Research Scholar at the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke focusing on genetic causes of neurodegenerative syndromes, and an adjunct faculty member at Johns Hopkins' department of neurology. Dr. Scholz is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Alzheimer's Disease. She is also highly rated in 17 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Lewy Body Dementia (LBD), Multiple System Atrophy, Movement Disorders, and Parkinson's Disease.

    Experienced in Alzheimer's Disease
    Experienced in Alzheimer's Disease

    Johns Hopkins Outpatient Center

    Baltimore, MD 
     (8.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Russian, Spanish, Ukrainian

    Dr. Alexander Pantelyat cares for patients with movement disorders such as Parkinson's disease and related syndromes, essential tremor, dystonia, chorea and normal pressure hydrocephalus. He also provides botulinum toxin injections for movement disorders and is involved in deep brain stimulation programming and intraoperative neurophysiological monitoring.His research explores atypical parkinsonian disorders, such as dementia with Lewy bodies, progressive supranuclear palsy, corticobasal syndrome/degeneration and multiple system atrophy; cognitive aspects of movement disorders; and music-based rehabilitation of neurodegenerative diseases.Dr. Pantelyat earned his medical degree from Temple University School of Medicine in Philadelphia, where he was elected a member of the Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society and received the Matthew T. Moore Prize in Neurology. He completed his residency training in Neurology ​at the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia, and a fellowship in movement disorders at the University of Pennsylvania/Philadelphia VA Medical Center. As part of his fellowship, Dr. Pantelyat also completed the Clinical Research Certificate Program at the Center for Clinical Epidemiology and Biostatistics. He is a 2013 American Academy of Neurology Palatucci Advocacy Leader and grant recipient. Dr. Pantelyat is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Alzheimer's Disease. He is also highly rated in 39 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Progressive Supranuclear Palsy, Progressive Supranuclear Palsy Atypical, Supranuclear Ophthalmoplegia, and Movement Disorders.

    Experienced in Alzheimer's Disease
    Experienced in Alzheimer's Disease

    Johns Hopkins Outpatient Center

    601 North Caroline Street, Floor 5, Floor 5, 
    Baltimore, MD 
     (8.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Argye Hillis is a professor of Neurology, with joint faculty appointments in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation and in Cognitive Science. She is also the Sheikh Khalifa Stroke Institute Professor of Acute Stroke Diagnoses and Management. Prior to medical training and neurology residency, Dr. Hillis worked as a speech-language pathologist, and conducted clinical research focusing on understanding and treating aphasia and hemispatial neglect. She has brought these areas of experience to impact on her clinical research in neurology, which involves cognitive and neuroimaging studies of aphasia and hemispatial neglect due to acute stroke and focal dementias. She has published extensively on these topics in journals and textbooks. Dr. Hillis is Associate Editor of Stroke and has served as Associate editor of Brain, Annals of Neurology, Aphasiology, American Journal of Speech-Language Pathology, Neurocase, Cognitive Neuropsychology, and Language and Cognitive Processes and served as co-Editor and Chief of Behavioral Neurology. Dr. Hillis serves as the Executive Vice Chair of the Department of Neurology and the Director of the Cerebrovascular Division of Neurology at Johns Hopkins. Dr. Hillis is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Alzheimer's Disease. She is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Primary Progressive Aphasia, Stroke, Frontotemporal Dementia, Thrombectomy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Hillis is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology.

    Experienced in Alzheimer's Disease
    Experienced in Alzheimer's Disease

    Johns Hopkins Outpatient Center

    601 North Caroline Street, Floor 5, Floor 5, 
    Baltimore, MD 
     (8.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Ankur Butala specializes in the care of persons with complex neuropsychiatric conditions, including persons with advanced Parkinson Disease or other movement or neurodegenerative disorders. Upon graduating from a selective Physician-Scientist program at Albany Medical College, he joined the University of Massachusetts in an uncommon residency in both Neurology and Psychiatry. Dual-trained neuropsychiatrists such as Dr. Butala have experience with: Parkinson Disease and atypical Parkinsonism, Huntington Disease, Ataxia, Dystonia, early-onset dementia, traumatic brain injury and chronic traumatic encephalopathy, autism spectrum disorders, medication refractory mood and psychotic disorders, epilepsy and functional neurological disorders. In residency, he developed an interest in circuit models of brain function and how non-pharmacological approaches such as Neuromodulation and brain stimulation may be used to address treatment-resistant conditions. Consequently, he joined Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine as a Clinical and Research Fellow from 2015 to 2018, where he developed a skill set including deep brain stimulation, non-invasive brain stimulation (tDCS), and measurement of eye movements. Currently, Dr. Butala's clinical and research interests are in diagnosing and managing persons with advanced Parkinson's Disease, movement disorders, and neuropsychiatric conditions using neuromodulation, cannabinoids, and entheogens. He has ongoing multidisciplinary collaborations with colleagues at the Whiting School of Engineering - Center of Speech & Language Processing in using Machine-Learning Models and Artificial Intelligence to improve the detection and diagnosis of Movement and Neuropsychiatric disorders. LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/ankurbutalamd Videos Neurology: Junior Faculty Spotlight. Dr. Butala is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Alzheimer's Disease. He is also highly rated in 42 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Parkinson's Disease, Corticobasal Degeneration, Movement Disorders, Drug Induced Dyskinesia, and Deep Brain Stimulation. Dr. Butala is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology.

    Experienced in Alzheimer's Disease
    Neurology | Sleep Medicine
    Experienced in Alzheimer's Disease
    Neurology | Sleep Medicine

    Johns Hopkins Outpatient Center

    Baltimore, MD 
     (8.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Mark Wu specializes in sleep disorders and has a particular interest in narcolepsy, idiopathic hypersomnolence, circadian rhythm disorders, and familial sleepwalking. Dr. Mark Wu received his M.D. and Ph.D. degrees from Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas. After completing his internship at Baylor, he went to UCLA for residency training in Neurology. He then completed a Sleep Medicine fellowship at the University of Pennsylvania. Dr. Wu is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Alzheimer's Disease. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Restless Legs Syndrome, Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Excessive Daytime Sleepiness, and Narcolepsy. Dr. Wu is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    What is the definition of Alzheimer's Disease?

    Dementia is a loss of brain function that occurs with certain diseases. Alzheimer disease (AD) is the most common form of dementia. It affects memory, thinking, and behavior.

    Dementia may also be referred to as major neurocognitive disorder.

    When should I see an Alzheimer's Disease doctor near Pikesville, MD?

    There are various reasons why you may want to see a specialist, such as: 

    • Your primary care provider recommends it. 
    • Your condition requires expert knowledge and specialized care. 
    • Your symptoms persist or worsen despite treatment. 
    • You need specialized testing or procedures. 
    • You want a second opinion.  

    What should I consider when choosing an Alzheimer's Disease doctor near Pikesville, MD?

    It’s important to see a provider with expertise in your specific condition. Each provider profile in MediFind’s doctor database includes information on which conditions they treat, years of experience, research contributions, languages spoken, insurance plans accepted, and more.  

    How does MediFind rank Alzheimer's Disease doctors near Pikesville, MD?

    MediFind’s rankings are based on a variety of data sources, such as the number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials and industry conferences, as well as the number of patients that provider sees for a given condition. Note that MediFind’s provider database is not based on user reviews, and providers do not pay to be included in the database. 

    What types of insurance are accepted by Alzheimer's Disease doctors near Pikesville, MD?

    Most profiles in MediFind’s doctor database include a list of insurance plans accepted by that provider. However, it’s a good idea to contact the provider’s office to make sure they still accept your insurance, then doublecheck by contacting your insurance plan to confirm they’re in network. 

    How can I book an appointment online with an Alzheimer's Disease doctor near Pikesville, MD?

    MediFind offers direct scheduling for certain providers using the “Request Appointment” button on that provider’s profile. If the schedule option is not available for a provider, tap the red “Show Phone Number” button on their profile to get their contact information. If you prefer to find providers who offer online scheduling, select “Schedules online” under the “Availability” category of the filter feature on the left side of the Alzheimer's Disease doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Alzheimer's Disease doctor?

    Second opinions are an opportunity to confirm a diagnosis and its root cause, learn about alternative treatment options, or simply gain peace of mind. Many people, especially those with serious diagnoses, get second opinions so they can understand all their options and make informed decisions, so don’t hesitate to get one if you have any doubts or need more information or clarification regarding your care. Note that some insurance plans require second opinions, while others don’t cover second opinions, so be sure to confirm with your insurance provider first.   

    How can I prepare for my appointment with an Alzheimer's Disease doctor near Pikesville, MD?

    Prepare for your appointment by gathering the following items: 

    • Copies of medical records (dating back at least one year) 
    • Your medical history, including illnesses, medical conditions, surgeries, and other doctors you see 
    • Family history of disease 
    • List of current prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal remedies or supplements including names and doses 
    • Allergies to medications, food, latex, insects, etc.  
    • List of questions and concerns 
    • Your insurance card 

    You might also contact the provider’s office to see if they offer transportation or childcare services or if you’re allowed to bring a loved one for support or to take notes during your visit. 

    What questions should I ask my Alzheimer's Disease doctor?

    Here are some sample questions: 

    • Can you explain in simple terms what this condition is and how it’s treated? 
    • What symptoms or side effects should I watch for? 
    • What tests will be involved, and when can I expect results? 
    • Are there other specialists I need to see? 
    • What’s the best way to reach you if I have follow-up questions? 

    How can I learn about the latest clinical trials and research advances my Alzheimer's Disease doctor may know about?

    MediFind’s Clinical Trials tool asks you a series of questions to help you narrow down your search by health condition, age, gender, location, how far you’re willing to travel, and more. Each question you answer filters down the number of trials until you find the ones that are most relevant to you. 

    MediFind’s Latest Advances tool features summaries of recent articles published in medical journals. We use cutting-edge technology to scour medical publication databases for the latest research advancements on any given condition, then we simplify this information in a way that’s useful and easy to understand. 

    Can I filter my search to show male or female Alzheimer's Disease doctors near Pikesville, MD?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Alzheimer's Disease doctor search results page. Select “Female” or “Male” under the “Gender” category to search for female or male providers exclusively. If the “Any” option is selected, it will pull results for both male and female providers. 

    Can I filter my search to find an Alzheimer's Disease doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Alzheimer's Disease doctor search results page. Select “Offers telehealth visits” under the Availability category to search for providers who offer virtual appointments (video calls). 

    Reviewed on: 11/11/24  

    By: MediFind Medical Staff 

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