The 20 Best Dementia Doctors Near Me

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The 20 Best Dementia Doctors Near Me

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 72632 doctor with experience in Dementia. Of these, 62562 are Experienced, 8012 are Advanced, 1660 are Distinguished and 315 are Elite.

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    Reisa A. Sperling
    Elite in Dementia
    Elite in Dementia

    Brigham And Women's Hospital, Neurosciences Center

    60 Fenwood Road, 1st Floor Hale Building For Transformative Medicine, 
    Boston, MA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Reisa Sperling is a Neurologist in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Sperling is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. Her top areas of expertise are Alzheimer's Disease, Dementia, Memory Loss, Primary Amyloidosis, and Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT).

    Oscar L. Lopez
    Elite in Dementia
    Elite in Dementia

    UPMC Department Of Neurology

    3471 5th Avenue, Suite 810, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Oscar Lopez, MD, FAAN, is a neurologist and serves as chief of the Division of Cognitive and Behavioral Neurology and director of the Alzheimer's Disease Research Center. He is also a professor of Neurology, Psychiatry, and Clinical and Translational Sciences at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. He received his medical degree from the University of La Plata and completed his residency at Rivadavia Hospital, followed by his fellowship at UPMC.Dr. Lopez’s clinical interests include cognitive disorders of multiple etiologies, and his research interests include clinical symptoms and progression of Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias, biomarkers, and risk factors for Alzheimer’s disease in cognitively normal persons. He has published numerous articles in peer-reviewed journals and is a member of the American Academy of Neurology, the Royal Society of Medicine, the American Neurological Association, the American Society of Behavioral Neurology, and the International Psychogeriatric Association.View the full list of Dr. Lopez’s publications on PubMed. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/?term=Lopez%2C+OL. Dr. Lopez is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. His top areas of expertise are Dementia, Alzheimer's Disease, Vascular Dementia, Memory Loss, and Carotid Artery Surgery.

    Tharick Pascoal
    Elite in Dementia
    Elite in Dementia

    UPMC Department Of Neurology

    3471 5th Avenue, Suite 810, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Portuguese
    Accepting New Patients

    Tharick Pascoal, MD, Ph.D., is a neurologist and assistant professor of Neurology and Psychiatry at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. Dr. Pascoal’s clinical and research interests include cognitive disorders of multiple etiologies, including Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias. He has published several research papers in peer-reviewed journals which can be found here. Dr. Pascoal is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. His top areas of expertise are Alzheimer's Disease, Dementia, Primary Amyloidosis, and Movement Disorders.

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    Allan I. Levey
    Elite in Dementia
    Elite in Dementia

    Emory Brain Health Center

    12 Executive Park Drive Northeast, 
    Atlanta, GA 
    Experience:
    42+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, French
    Offers Telehealth

    Allan Levey is a Neurologist in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Levey has been practicing medicine for over 42 years and is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. His top areas of expertise are Alzheimer's Disease, Dementia, Movement Disorders, and Parkinson's Disease.

    James J. Lah
    Elite in Dementia
    Elite in Dementia

    Emory Brain Health Center

    12 Executive Park Drive Northeast, 
    Atlanta, GA 
    Experience:
    34+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    James Lah is a Neurologist in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Lah has been practicing medicine for over 34 years and is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. His top areas of expertise are Alzheimer's Disease, Dementia, Cerebellar Degeneration, and Neuronal Intranuclear Inclusion Disease (NIID).

    Kostas G. Lyketsos
    Elite in Dementia
    Psychiatry | Geriatrics
    Elite in Dementia
    Psychiatry | Geriatrics

    Johns Hopkins University

    4940 Eastern Ave, 
    Baltimore, MD 
    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 Dementia. His top areas of expertise are Dementia, Alzheimer's Disease, Lewy Body Dementia (LBD), Cerebellar Degeneration, and Deep Brain Stimulation.

    Richard B. Lipton
    Elite in Dementia
    Elite in Dementia

    Montefiore At AECOM

    1300 Morris Park Avenue, 
    Bronx, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Richard B. Lipton, M.D., is the Edwin S. Lowe Professor and Vice Chair of Neurology, Professor of Epidemiology and Population Health and Professor of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at the Albert Einstein College of Medicine. Dr. Lipton earned his medical degree at the University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine. After a medical internship at Northwestern Memorial Hospital, he completed his neurology residency and clinical neurophysiology fellowship at the Albert Einstein College of Medicine. He also completed a fellowship in neuroepidemiology at Columbia University. He is a diplomate of the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology and a fellow of the American Academy of Neurology. Dr. Lipton is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. His top areas of expertise are Migraine, Headache, Dementia, and Alzheimer's Disease.

    Gad A. Marshall
    Elite in Dementia
    Elite in Dementia

    Brigham And Women's Hospital, Neurosciences Center

    60 Fenwood Road, 1st Floor Hale Building For Transformative Medicine, 
    Boston, MA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Gad Marshall is a Neurologist in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Marshall is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. His top areas of expertise are Alzheimer's Disease, Agnosia, Dementia, and Developmental Dysphasia Familial.

    Dennis J. Selkoe
    Elite in Dementia
    Elite in Dementia

    Brigham And Women's Hospital, Neurosciences Center

    60 Fenwood Road, 1st Floor Hale Building For Transformative Medicine, 
    Boston, MA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dennis Selkoe is a Neurologist in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Selkoe is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. His top areas of expertise are Alzheimer's Disease, Dementia, Parkinson's Disease, and Movement Disorders.

    Darren Gitelman
    Distinguished in Dementia
    Distinguished in Dementia

    Advocate Memory Center

    1875 Dempster St, Ste 520, 
    Park Ridge, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Darren Gitelman is a Psychologist in Park Ridge, Illinois. Dr. Gitelman is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. His top areas of expertise are Alzheimer's Disease, Dementia, Cerebellar Degeneration, and Memory Loss.

    Elite in Dementia
    Elite in Dementia

    Barrow MAMDC And Barrow Cognitive

    240 W Thomas Rd, Ste 301, 
    Phoenix, AZ 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Marwan Sabbagh is a Neurologist in Phoenix, Arizona. Dr. Sabbagh is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. His top areas of expertise are Alzheimer's Disease, Dementia, Lewy Body Dementia (LBD), Movement Disorders, and Deep Brain Stimulation. Dr. Sabbagh is currently accepting new patients.

    Elite in Dementia
    Elite in Dementia

    Penn Neuroscience Center - Neurology

    3400 Civic Center Boulevard, South Pavilion, 2nd Floor, 
    Philadelphia, PA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    David Irwin is a Neurologist in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Irwin is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. His top areas of expertise are Frontotemporal Dementia, Lewy Body Dementia (LBD), Dementia, and Corticobasal Degeneration. Dr. Irwin is currently accepting new patients.

    Elite in Dementia
    Elite in Dementia

    Perelman Center For Advanced Medicine

    3400 Civic Center Boulevard, South Pavilion, 2nd Floor, 
    Philadelphia, PA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    David Wolk is a Neurologist in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Wolk is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. His top areas of expertise are Alzheimer's Disease, Dementia, Frontotemporal Dementia, Lewy Body Dementia (LBD), and Deep Brain Stimulation. Dr. Wolk is currently accepting new patients.

    Elite in Dementia
    Elite in Dementia

    Penn Memory Center

    3400 Civic Center Boulevard, South Pavilion, 2nd Floor, 
    Philadelphia, PA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jason Karlawish is a primary care provider, practicing in Geriatrics in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Karlawish is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. His top areas of expertise are Alzheimer's Disease, Dementia, Cerebellar Degeneration, Neuronal Intranuclear Inclusion Disease (NIID), and Kidney Transplant.

    Elite in Dementia
    Elite in Dementia

    Penn Psychiatry - Penn Center For Rehabilitation And Care

    3615 Chestnut Street, Ralston-Penn Center Building, 
    Philadelphia, PA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Daniel Weintraub is a Psychiatrist in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Weintraub is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. His top areas of expertise are Dementia, Alzheimer's Disease, Major Depression, and Deep Brain Stimulation.

    Kaj Blennow
    Elite in Dementia
    Elite in Dementia
    UCL Queen Square Institute Of Neurology, 
    London, ENG, GB 

    Kaj Blennow practices in London, United Kingdom. Mr. Blennow is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. His top areas of expertise are Alzheimer's Disease, Dementia, Movement Disorders, Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT), and Thrombectomy.

    Oskar Hansson
    Elite in Dementia
    Elite in Dementia
    Lund, M, SE 

    Oskar Hansson practices in Lund, Sweden. Mr. Hansson is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. His top areas of expertise are Alzheimer's Disease, Dementia, Parkinson's Disease, and Vascular Dementia.

    Victor L. Villemagne
    Elite in Dementia
    Elite in Dementia
    145 Studley Road, 
    Heidelberg, VIC, AU 

    Victor Villemagne practices in Heidelberg, Australia. Mr. Villemagne is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. His top areas of expertise are Alzheimer's Disease, Dementia, Progressive Supranuclear Palsy, and Progressive Supranuclear Palsy Atypical.

    Philip Scheltens
    Elite in Dementia
    Elite in Dementia
    1071, Dv, 
    Amsterdam, NH, NL 

    Philip Scheltens practices in Amsterdam, Netherlands. Mr. Scheltens is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. His top areas of expertise are Alzheimer's Disease, Dementia, Vascular Dementia, and Frontotemporal Dementia.

    Wiesje M. Van Der Flier
    Elite in Dementia
    Elite in Dementia
    Amsterdam, NH, NL 

    Wiesje Van Der Flier practices in Amsterdam, Netherlands. Van Der Flier is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. Their top areas of expertise are Dementia, Alzheimer's Disease, Vascular Dementia, Frontotemporal Dementia, and Cerebral Artery Bypass Surgery.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    What is the definition of Dementia?

    Dementia is a loss of brain function that occurs with certain diseases. It affects one or more brain functions such as memory, thinking, language, judgment, or behavior. Dementia may also be referred to as major neurocognitive disorder.

    When should I see a Dementia doctor near me?

    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 a Dementia doctor near me?

    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 Dementia doctors near me?

    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 Dementia doctors near me?

    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 a Dementia doctor near me?

    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 Dementia doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Dementia 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 a Dementia doctor near me?

    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 Dementia 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 Dementia 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 Dementia doctors near me?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Dementia 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 a Dementia doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Dementia 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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