Dr. Bridget S. Delong

Cynthia Carlsson, MD, is a UW Health geriatrician and professor in the Department of Medicine, Division of Geriatrics and Gerontology at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health. She provides care for hospitalized older adults with dementia and memory issues.Dr. Carlsson has a variety of clinical interests, including age-related dementia in older adults, medications used to treat and delay the onset of Alzheimer’s disease and vascular risk factors for cognitive decline. She is also interested in the training and education of health care providers working with dementia patients and their families.Using a patient-centered approach to care, Dr. Carlsson focuses on her patients’ needs and preferences when developing treatment plans. She also addresses their concerns and integrates their families’ input when determining the best approach to care.In addition to her clinical practice and teaching role, Dr. Carlsson leads clinical research on Alzheimer’s disease causes, prevention techniques and new treatment therapies.In her free time, Dr. Carlsson enjoys experimenting with new recipes, kayaking on Lake Wingra, walking her dog and spending time with family and friends.The experience of watching my grandmother develop dementia prompted my interest and eventual career in geriatrics and Alzheimer’s prevention. Dr. Carlsson is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Alzheimer's Disease and Dementia. Dr. Carlsson is board certified in Geriatric Medicine and Internal Medicine.

Mark Sager is a Geriatrics provider practicing medicine in Middleton, Wisconsin. Dr. Sager is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Alzheimer's Disease and Dementia.

Sanjay Asthana, MD, is a UW Health geriatrician (a doctor who cares for patients over the age of 65). He's also a professor in the Department of Medicine, Division of Geriatrics and Gerontology at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health, where he also serves as division chief.He's committed to helping improve the quality of life for people with memory problems, such as Alzheimer’s disease and dementia, and their families. After completing a comprehensive evaluation to determine the cause and the best management options, he educates families on what to expect as Alzheimer’s and other types of memory problems progress, offers the latest in treatment options, and helps patients remain as comfortable as possible.Dr. Asthana has published extensively in the fields of hormone therapy, Alzheimer's disease and gerontology (the study of aging) and has worked with the National Health Institute (NIH) for more than 20 years. He’s working to find out what causes Alzheimer’s, the best way to diagnose and treat the disease, and how to reduce the suffering for diagnosed patients. Dr. Asthana also oversees researchers working to translate their results into improved patient care and potential cures or prevention guidelines.Outside of work, Dr. Asthana enjoys traveling, hiking, bicycling and getting to know people from diverse backgrounds.Alzheimer’s is very devastating, and we do our best to help the patient and family throughout their journey with the disease. Dr. Asthana is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Alzheimer's Disease, Dementia, Menopause, Cerebellar Degeneration, and Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT). Dr. Asthana is board certified in Geriatric Medicine. Dr. Asthana is currently accepting new patients.