Alzheimer in Bogotá, Colombia

Alzheimer’s Disease

What is Alzheimer’s disease?

Alzheimer’s disease is a progressive neurodegenerative disorder that primarily affects memory and other cognitive functions such as language, orientation, reasoning and the ability to perform everyday activities. Symptoms typically progress over time and require specialized medical evaluation.

When should I seek help for possible Alzheimer’s disease?

Professional evaluation is recommended when there are frequent and progressive memory problems, disorientation, difficulty finding words, problems performing familiar tasks, behavior changes or loss of independence. Early assessment can help identify the cause of symptoms and guide care.

What specialists diagnose and treat Alzheimer’s disease?

Neurologists and geriatricians play a key role in evaluating, diagnosing and monitoring Alzheimer’s disease. Neuropsychologists can provide detailed assessments of memory, attention, language and other cognitive functions. Psychiatrists can treat associated emotional or behavioral symptoms such as anxiety, depression, sleep problems or behavior changes. Rehabilitation professionals and other specialists may also be involved depending on the patient's needs.

Find specialists in Alzheimer’s disease

On MedicosDoc, you can find neurologists, geriatricians, neuropsychologists, psychiatrists and other specialists with experience in Alzheimer’s disease, dementia, memory problems and cognitive decline. Explore the profiles related to this search and learn about their experience and diagnostic, treatment and follow-up options.