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Dr. Elizabeth Crocco is currently Clinical Professor and Chief of Geriatric Psychiatry in the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at the University of Miami (UM) Miller School of Medicine in Miami, Florida. She is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology in General Psychiatry with added qualifications in the subspecialty of Geriatric Psychiatry. As the Medical Director of the UM Memory Disorder Clinic (UM MDC), within the Center for Cognitive Neuroscience & Aging (CNSA), Dr. Crocco oversees the coordination of state-of-the-art clinical services, interdisciplinary teaching, and community outreach for Alzheimers disease and other related dementias in Miami and the Florida Keys. She also has a significant role in both developing and testing novel neuropsychological tests as well as biomarkers to detect Mild Cognitive Impairment (MCI) and preclinical MCI leading to Alzheimers Dementia (AD). She conducts clinical trials in Alzheimers Disease, and she currently receives funding by the Florida Department of Elder Affairs and the National Institute on Aging. She has served over 20 years as the Geriatric Psychiatry Training Director at Jackson Memorial Health System and facilitates the primary training and supervision of geriatric psychiatry fellows, psychiatry residents, medical students at UM and other physicians/health care professionals in the field.
Dr. Crocco is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Alzheimer's Disease, Dementia, Schizophrenia, and Major Depression.
She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 43 peer reviewed articles.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Elizabeth A. Crocco
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Elizabeth A. Crocco?
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Is Dr. Elizabeth A. Crocco a top-rated expert for Alzheimer's Disease?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Elizabeth A. Crocco is classified as an Distinguished expert for Alzheimer's Disease, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Elizabeth A. Crocco specialize in?
While Dr. Elizabeth A. Crocco is a Neurology, they have specific expertise in Alzheimer's Disease, Dementia, and Schizophrenia. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Neurology.
Does Dr. Elizabeth A. Crocco participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Elizabeth A. Crocco has published 43 articles and abstracts on conditions like Alzheimer's Disease. You can view a list of Dr. Elizabeth A. Crocco's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Elizabeth A. Crocco accept my insurance?
Dr. Elizabeth A. Crocco accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and AvMed. We recommend calling the office directly at 305-243-0214 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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- Alzheimer's DiseaseDr. Crocco isDistinguished. Learn about Alzheimer's Disease.
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- DementiaDr. Crocco isAdvanced. Learn about Dementia.
- SchizophreniaDr. Crocco isAdvanced. Learn about Schizophrenia.
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- Bipolar Disorder (BPD)Dr. Crocco isExperienced. Learn about Bipolar Disorder (BPD).
- Major DepressionDr. Crocco isExperienced. Learn about Major Depression.
- Schizoaffective DisorderDr. Crocco isExperienced. Learn about Schizoaffective Disorder.
- Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Dr. Crocco isExperienced. Learn about Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD).
- Vascular DementiaDr. Crocco isExperienced. Learn about Vascular Dementia.