Private Dementia Treatment London
Bespoke, end-to-end support from our private dementia specialists
At Dementech Neurosciences, our highly experienced team of dementia specialists can diagnose, treat and offer tailored ongoing care to patients with a wide range of dementia-related conditions.
What is Dementia?
Dementia is not a single disease but a term used to describe various conditions affecting brain function. As experts in dementia treatment in London, we know how these conditions affect people.
Alzheimer’s, vascular dementia, Lewy body dementia, and frontotemporal dementia can cause memory loss. They also lead to trouble thinking and difficulty with daily tasks. Each type has its own causes and progression, but all share the common trait of cognitive decline.
Early diagnosis from a dementia specialist is essential for effective symptom management. Treatment options include medications, lifestyle changes, and support services to improve quality of life.
Understanding Dementia
- Alzheimer’s disease is the most common type of dementia. Researchers believe that an unusual build up of proteins around brain cells causes it.
- Doctors often connect vascular dementia to strokes. It happens when blood supply to the brain decreases. This lack of blood can slowly damage and destroy brain cells.
- Lewy body dementia happens when Lewy bodies form in brain cells. These are small clusters of protein. They disrupt how brain cells work and communicate.
- Frontotemporal dementia often affects younger people. This condition causes abnormal protein build up in the brain’s frontal and temporal lobes.
- Parkinson’s disease dementia leads to a gradual decline in thinking skills. This affects your focus and memory.
Most diseases that lead to dementia link to a build-up of proteins in the brain. Over time, this build-up can affect nerve cells. As these cells die, some areas of the brain may shrink.
That’s why our team at Dementech Neurosciences is well-trained to provide personalized support to patients. We offer everything from expert diagnostics to the latest medical treatments.
Identifying the Indicators and Symptoms of Dementia
Identifying dementia symptoms is crucial to ensure early detection. However, there are many subtypes of dementia. Each type can have different symptoms. This makes it hard to diagnose which type someone has.
Broadly, people with dementia manifest initial signs common to many types of dementia conditions encompass:
- Loss of memory
- Enhanced struggle with tasks requiring planning
- Disorientation in new surroundings
- Difficulty in finding appropriate words
- Problems with communication and language
- Diminished capacity to concentrate and stay attentive
- Trouble with numbers and managing finances
- Alterations in personality and mood
The Procedure for Dementia Diagnosis from London's Leading Dementia Specialists
Therapies may involve drugs to control symptoms. They may also include lifestyle changes and support services to improve quality of life. To diagnose the type of dementia, check the symptoms you or someone you know has.
The type and severity of the symptoms will help determine the condition. That’s why it’s important to work with a specialist. They can assess your condition using different tests and techniques.
At Dementech Neurosciences, our team of dementia specialists understand the complexities of living with dementia. We can tailor the diagnostic assessments we use around your specific needs and symptoms. This can include:
- Your consultant will review your personal and medical history during your first visit. They will ask about your education and job. They will also look at your medical history. This helps identify any risk factors or underlying conditions you may have.
- Cognitive function evaluation: this assessment helps us look at different parts of your mental skills and health. We will check your memory, focus, and communication abilities.
- Physicians will employ blood tests to inspect the performance of your liver, kidneys, and thyroid. These tests will help identify your haemoglobin A1c, vitamin B12, and folate levels. This will rule out other possible reasons.
- A doctor may suggest this urine test to check your overall health. It can help rule out urinary tract infections or other possible issues.
- In our memory clinic, we use diagnostic imaging like MRI, CT, and sometimes PET scans. These tests give us detailed information about your brain’s structure. These scans help identify any irregularities, blood vessel damage, or reductions in certain areas.
- They can also help diagnose conditions like stroke and brain tumors. This can help find the cause of your dementia.
- Once you complete the tests, your healthcare provider will review the results with you. They will explain what each test indicates and how it relates to your symptoms. If you notice any problems, you might need to do more tests. This will help you understand your condition better.
- Based on the findings, your doctor may recommend a treatment plan tailored to your specific needs. This may involve taking medicine to control symptoms. It could also mean making lifestyle changes to improve health. Additionally, it might include seeing specialists for better care.
- Maintaining open communication with your healthcare team throughout this process is important. Don’t hesitate to ask questions or express any concerns you may have. Knowing your condition and the steps you take can reduce anxiety. It can also help you take an active role in your health.
- In addition to medical treatment, support from family and friends can be invaluable. Consider joining support groups where you can connect with others facing similar challenges. Sharing experiences and coping strategies can provide comfort and insight.
- Remember, early diagnosis and intervention can significantly impact the management of your condition. Stay proactive about your health, and keep regular follow-up appointments to monitor your progress. With the right support and care, you can navigate this journey more effectively.
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Why choose Dementech Neuroscience for private dementia treatment?
Using the data and insights we obtain through our diagnostic techniques, our team can develop a personalised treatment plan around your condition, symptoms and personal circumstances.
We do this by adopting a comprehensive, multidisciplinary approach:
- Cognitive symptom management: our in-house speech and language therapist, occupational therapist, dietitian, psychologist and psychiatrist will all work with you to help you effectively manage any symptoms affecting your cognitive function.
- Caregiver support: our team can pass on our in-depth knowledge to offer caregivers expert-led guidance and support with managing your condition and associated symptoms.
- Targeted treatments: depending on your condition and symptoms, we can provide various treatments to help manage your key symptoms. This may involve treatments to enhance brain function and support memory retention.
- Personalised lifestyle recommendations: working around your personal needs, our team can provide occupational therapy and recommend certain lifestyle adjustments to help support your mental health and create a more streamlined routine. We can also support your caregiver in modifying your home environment to make it safer, easier and more comfortable for you to live in.
- Ongoing care and treatment: at Dementech Neurosciences, we can offer access to clinical trials testing new treatments before they become available to the public. We also provide ongoing risk assessments, prevention strategies and tools to keep on top of your condition and delay its progression.
Our team at Dementech Neurosciences is committed to providing unparalleled levels of care. By implementing a tailored approach to your dementia treatment, we can offer the support, educational tools and medical interventions you need to combat your symptoms.
Meet our team: world-class private dementia specialists
Home to some of the world’s leading specialists across a variety of dementia conditions, our London-based team are at the forefront of delivering pioneering diagnosis and treatment options to patients. Our support can help improve your outcomes and overall quality of life.
Prof. K. Ray Chaudhuri – Parkinson’s Specialist in London
Medical & Scientific Advisory Board
Neurologist
Parkinson's Disease
Dr Lucio D’Anna – Consultant Neurologist in London
Lead Specialist
Memory Clinic
Neurologist
Private Neurology
Stroke Treatment
Dr Nikolay Dimitrov – Consultant Neurologist in London
Movement Disorders
Neurologist
Parkinson's Disease
Private Neurology
Dietician
Dr Kish Mankad MRCP FRCR – Paediatric Neuroradiology Specialist
Neuro Radiologist
Dr Gayatri Vadlamani – Consultant Paediatric Neurologist
Paediatric Neurodisability
Dr Tahira Choudry – Consultant Neurologist
Epilepsy
Movement Disorders
Neurologist
Parkinson's Disease
Private Neurology
Aleksandra Podlewska – Neuropsychologist
Neuropsychologist
Dr. Maria Papachatzaki – Consultant Neurologist, MS Specialist
Epilepsy
Multiple Sclerosis
Neurologist
Private Neurology
Dr. Stylianos Arseniou – Consultant Clinical Neurophysiologist
Neuropsychologist
Dr Catherine Anosike – Consultant Psychiatrist
Psychologist
Psychiatrist
Dr Hossein Rostamipour – Consultant Psychiatrist
Psychiatrist
Schedule a private dementia assessment in London
If you notice your cognitive function starting to decline, or dementia-related symptoms starting to appear in someone you know, having a dementia assessment could help.
Visit our private London neurology clinic in Wimpole Street:
Lister House
11 Wimpole street
W1G 9ST London
United Kingdom
Hear what our patients have to say
At Dementech Neurosciences, we pride ourselves on our ability to deliver exceptional patient care. Here are just some of our patient testimonials.
P Allen
“My family and I experienced one of the hardest times of our lives having to deal with my wife’s deteriorating condition. I would like to personally thank the lovely young lady Zobiaa from Dementech, for showering us with compassion, empathy and genuine care and concern. Her professionalism, high-level customer service and communication, eye for detail, and willingness to go the extra mile to accommodate our needs and make not only my wife, but our whole family, feel as comfortable and supported as possible, is something we will always be grateful for. Thank you so much for your friendly and polite presence Zobiaa and taking the time and effort to build a relationship with us. You really made our visits to the clinic a positive, 5 star experience.”
Anonymous
“Dementech Neurosciences is a relatively new clinic specialising in the scientific assessment and treatment of Parkinson’s Disease. It represents a significant development in the treatment of Parkinson’s and has done a great job of establishing itself and its reputation in a short period of time. The premises are extremely well situated in central London, the consultant neurologists are all at the top of their field in their specialisation of the treatment of Parkinson’s Disease, and the clinical and administrative staff are of a similar standard. The atmosphere of the clinic is positive and the results, in the short period of time I have been able to assess, have been similarly positive.”
N Mohammed
“Have had nothing but kindness and professionalism from Dementech and all their staff. From their initial guidance by Shakeela, through to staff conducting the MRI tests and Dr. Lucio D’Anna for his expertise clarity of explanation, compassion and consideration. Special mention to Zobia, who saved the day with her quick thinking that helped my mother-in-law to obtain extended care. Overall a perfect experience. Cannot recommend them enough.”
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