Ep 83: Doreen Monks – The Emotional Journey of Alzheimer’s and Dementia (part 2)

In this episode of BrainStorm, host Meryl Comer continues explore the challenges of dementia diagnosis in her interview with Doreen Monks, a former neuroscience nurse practitioner, who initially received an Alzheimer"s diagnosis that was revised eight years later. The conversation highlights issues in the dementia diagnosis process, the gap between scientific advances and clinical practice, and the emotional journey of living with a neurodegenerative condition. Doreen Monks" personal journey offers both practical advice and emotional support for others facing similar challenges, emphasizing hope, proactive health management, and the importance of scientific advances reaching clinical practice more efficiently. This episode provides valuable insights for patients and caregivers navigating dementia diagnoses while highlighting the rapidly evolving understanding of neurodegenerative diseases. Take a listen! BrainStorm by UsAgainstAlzheimer"s is sponsored by Genentech (gene.com) Produced by Susan Quirk and Amber Roniger Support the show