Essential Strategies for Alzheimer’s Care
Amy M. Klingler, MS, PA-C, DFAAPA
This four-part video series equips physician associates (PAs) with the knowledge and tools to identify, assess, and support patients across the Alzheimer’s disease continuum. Led by PA Amy Klingler, the series addresses the full spectrum of cognitive impairment and dementia care—from early screening and patient communication to clinical staging, treatment planning, and long-term management.
Through practical strategies, evidence-based tools, and real-world insights, PAs will gain confidence in guiding both patients and care partners through a challenging diagnosis. Whether practicing in primary care or specialty settings, this series empowers PAs to improve outcomes and quality of life for individuals affected by Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia.
Video 1: Catching It Early: The Role of Screening in Dementia and Alzheimer’s Care
This video emphasizes the importance of early detection and screening for cognitive impairment and Alzheimer’s disease, highlighting underdiagnosis rates and actionable tools that PAs can use in primary care to identify at-risk patients.
Video 2: Navigating Uncertainty After an MCI Screening
Focused on post-screening conversations, this video offers communication strategies and emotional insights to help PAs support patients who need further assessment for cognitive decline.
Video 3: Stages of Alzheimer’s Disease: Understanding Functional Loss Over Time
This video walks through the clinical and biological stages of Alzheimer’s disease, equipping PAs with knowledge to tailor care, referrals, and support as patient needs evolve.
Video 4: PAs, Patients, and Care Partners: Tools and Resources for Alzheimer’s Care
The final video explores how PAs can coordinate ongoing care, empower patients and care partners, and address system-level challenges to deliver holistic management of Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias.
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