The 20 Best Dementia Doctors Near Me in Santa Maria, RS

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Last Updated: 06/30/2026

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MediFind found 115 doctor with experience in Dementia near Santa Maria, RS. Of these, 95 are Experienced, 17 are Advanced, 2 are Distinguished and 1 are Elite.

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    Elite in Dementia

    Eduardo R. Zimmer
    Elite in Dementia

    Eduardo R. Zimmer
    Referral may be required
    2600 Ramiro Barcelos Street, 
    Porto Alegre, RS, BR 

    Eduardo Zimmer practices practicing medicine in Porto Alegre, Brazil. Mr. Zimmer is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Alzheimer's Disease, Dementia, Long Haul COVID, and Primary Amyloidosis.

    Distinguished in Dementia

    Wagner S. Brum
    Distinguished in Dementia

    Wagner S. Brum
    Referral may be required
    Porto Alegre, RS, BR 

    Wagner Brum practices practicing medicine in Porto Alegre, Brazil. Mr. Brum is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Alzheimer's Disease, Dementia, Movement Disorders, and Parkinson's Disease.

    Distinguished in Dementia

    Wyllians V. Borelli
    Distinguished in Dementia

    Wyllians V. Borelli
    Referral may be required
    Porto Alegre, RS, BR 

    Wyllians Borelli practices practicing medicine in Porto Alegre, Brazil. Borelli is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. They are also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Long Haul COVID, Dementia, Alzheimer's Disease, Gaucher Disease Type 1, and Thrombectomy.

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    Advanced in Dementia

    Marco A. De Bastiani
    Advanced in Dementia

    Marco A. De Bastiani
    Referral may be required
    2600 Ramiro Barcelos St, 
    Porto Alegre, RS, BR 

    Marco De Bastiani practices practicing medicine in Porto Alegre, Brazil. Mr. De Bastiani is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Long Haul COVID, Alzheimer's Disease, Dementia, and Bipolar Disorder (BPD).

    Advanced in Dementia

    Raphael M. Castilhos
    Advanced in Dementia

    Raphael M. Castilhos
    Referral may be required
    2350, Ramiro Barcelos Street, 
    Porto Alegre, RS, BR 

    Raphael Castilhos practices practicing medicine in Porto Alegre, Brazil. Mr. Castilhos is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Spinocerebellar Ataxia Type 10, Olivopontocerebellar Atrophy, Spinocerebellar Ataxia, and Spinocerebellar Ataxia Type 3.

    Advanced in Dementia

    Lucas P. Schilling
    Advanced in Dementia

    Lucas P. Schilling
    Referral may be required
    Porto Alegre, RS, BR 

    Lucas Schilling practices practicing medicine in Porto Alegre, Brazil. Mr. Schilling is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Dementia, Alzheimer's Disease, Frontotemporal Dementia, and CACH Syndrome.

    Advanced in Dementia

    Natan Feter
    Advanced in Dementia

    Natan Feter
    Referral may be required
    Porto Alegre, RS, BR 

    Natan Feter practices practicing medicine in Porto Alegre, Brazil. Mr. Feter is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Dementia, COVID-19, Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS), and Memory Loss.

    Advanced in Dementia

    Marcia F. Chaves
    Advanced in Dementia

    Marcia F. Chaves
    Referral may be required
    Ramiro Barcelos Street 2350, 
    Porto Alegre, RS, BR 

    Marcia Chaves practices practicing medicine in Porto Alegre, Brazil. Chaves is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. They are also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Dementia, Vascular Dementia, Alzheimer's Disease, CACH Syndrome, and Thrombectomy.

    Advanced in Dementia

    Cristiano S. Aguzzoli
    Advanced in Dementia

    Cristiano S. Aguzzoli
    Referral may be required
    Porto Alegre, RS, BR 

    Cristiano Aguzzoli practices practicing medicine in Porto Alegre, Brazil. Mr. Aguzzoli is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Dementia, Alzheimer's Disease, Movement Disorders, and Vascular Dementia.

    Advanced in Dementia

    Barbara C. Beber
    Advanced in Dementia

    Barbara C. Beber
    Referral may be required
    Porto Alegre, RS, BR 

    Barbara Beber practices practicing medicine in Porto Alegre, Brazil. Ms. Beber is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. She is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Primary Progressive Aphasia, Dementia, Alzheimer's Disease, Dysarthria, and Deep Brain Stimulation.

    Advanced in Dementia

    Diogo O. Souza
    Advanced in Dementia

    Diogo O. Souza
    Referral may be required
    2600 Ramiro Barcelos Street, 
    Porto Alegre, RS, BR 

    Diogo Souza practices practicing medicine in Porto Alegre, Brazil. Mr. Souza is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Long Haul COVID, Glutaric Acidemia Type 1, Alzheimer's Disease, Zika Virus Disease, and Hepatectomy.

    Advanced in Dementia

    Francieli Rohden
    Advanced in Dementia

    Francieli Rohden
    Referral may be required
    Porto Alegre, RS, BR 

    Francieli Rohden practices practicing medicine in Porto Alegre, Brazil. Rohden is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. They are also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Hypermethioninemia, Alzheimer's Disease, Dementia, and Parkinson's Disease.

    Advanced in Dementia

    Cristina I. Pavarini
    Advanced in Dementia

    Cristina I. Pavarini
    Referral may be required
    Sao Carlos, RS, BR 

    Cristina Pavarini practices practicing medicine in Sao Carlos, Brazil. Pavarini is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. They are also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Dementia, Chronic Pain, Malnutrition, and Developmental Dysphasia Familial.

    Advanced in Dementia

    Giovanna Collar-Carello
    Advanced in Dementia

    Giovanna Collar-Carello
    Referral may be required
    Porto Alegre, RS, BR 

    Giovanna Collar-Carello practices practicing medicine in Porto Alegre, Brazil. Ms. Collar-Carello is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. She is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Alzheimer's Disease, Dementia, Primary Amyloidosis, and Vascular Dementia.

    Advanced in Dementia

    Andrei Bieger
    Advanced in Dementia

    Andrei Bieger
    Referral may be required
    Porto Alegre, RS, BR 

    Andrei Bieger practices practicing medicine in Porto Alegre, Brazil. Mr. Bieger is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Alzheimer's Disease, Dementia, Primary Lateral Sclerosis, and Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease).

    Advanced in Dementia

    Liara Rizzi
    Advanced in Dementia

    Liara Rizzi
    Referral may be required
    Ramiro Barcelos Street 2.350, 
    Porto Alegre, RS, BR 

    Liara Rizzi practices practicing medicine in Porto Alegre, Brazil. Ms. Rizzi is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. She is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Alzheimer's Disease, Dementia, Vascular Dementia, and Developmental Dysphasia Familial.

    Advanced in Dementia

    Fernando Cendes
    Advanced in Dementia

    Fernando Cendes
    Referral may be required

    Campinas State Universtiy

    Campinas, RS, BR 

    Fernando Cendes practices practicing medicine in Campinas, Brazil. Mr. Cendes is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. He is also highly rated in 32 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Epilepsy, Partial Familial Epilepsy, Cortical Dysplasia, Stent Placement, and Carotid Artery Surgery.

    Advanced in Dementia

    Renata Kochhann
    Advanced in Dementia

    Renata Kochhann
    Referral may be required
    Medical Sciences Post Graduation Course, 
    Porto Alegre, RS, BR 

    Renata Kochhann practices practicing medicine in Porto Alegre, Brazil. Ms. Kochhann is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. She is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Dementia, Alzheimer's Disease, Delirium, and Vascular Dementia.

    Advanced in Dementia

    Benito P. Damasceno
    Advanced in Dementia

    Benito P. Damasceno
    Referral may be required
    Campinas, RS, BR 

    Benito Damasceno practices practicing medicine in Campinas, Brazil. Mr. Damasceno is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Multiple Sclerosis (MS), Frontotemporal Dementia, Alzheimer's Disease, and Dementia.

    Advanced in Dementia

    Luiza S. Machado
    Advanced in Dementia

    Luiza S. Machado
    Referral may be required
    2600 Ramiro Barcelos Street, 
    Porto Alegre, RS, BR 

    Luiza Machado practices practicing medicine in Porto Alegre, Brazil. Ms. Machado is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. She is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Long Haul COVID, Alzheimer's Disease, Dementia, and Parkinson's Disease.

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    Last Updated: 06/30/2026

    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 Santa Maria, RS?

    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 Santa Maria, RS?

    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 do I find the best Dementia doctor near Santa Maria, RS?

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    How does MediFind rank Dementia doctors near Santa Maria, RS?

    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 Santa Maria, RS?

    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 Santa Maria, RS?

    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 Santa Maria, RS?

    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 Santa Maria, RS?

    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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