Alzheimer's Disease Research Center |

Time 2020-09-08 14:06:12

Web Name: Alzheimer's Disease Research Center |

WebSite: http://www.adrc.pitt.edu

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Alzheimer s Disease Research CenterThe University of Pittsburgh Alzheimer s Disease Research Center (ADRC) is one of the nation s leading research centers specializing in the diagnosis of Alzheimer s disease and related disorders. Effect of COVID-19 on Alzheimer s Clinical Research the Needs of Patients Their Caregivers In this video Dr. Oscar Lopez provides an update on how patient care is being approached at UPMC during COVID-19 as well as the current state of clinical research at the Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center (ADRC). Read More Seeking individuals with Alzheimer s disease who experience agitation The Escitalopram for Agitation in Alzheimer's Disease (S-CitAD) study is a 12-week trial of escitalopram taking place at the University of Pittsburgh Alzheimer's Disease Research Center. The S-CitAD Study is looking for volunteers who: Have been diagnosed with... Read More BRiTE Wellness Program aims to help seniors with mild memory problems The BRiTE (Brain Training and Exercise) Center mission is to promote the overall health and wellness of older adults who want to optimize their level of cognitive, social, and physical functioning. Read More The University of Pittsburgh Alzheimer s Disease Research Center (ADRC) is one of the nation’s leading research centers specializing in the diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease and related disorders. Through outpatient evaluations, participants and their families receive state-of-the-art diagnostic assessments and contribute to the scientific study of Alzheimer’s disease. Learn MoreTalking to somebody about joining a study, they might think, ‘Hey, I don’t have Alzheimer’s,’ but the study doesn’t require that you do. read more from George other ADRC volunteers Click to Read More Our memory evaluation is an extensive diagnostic evaluation of individuals with suspected Alzheimer’s disease and other types of memory loss and/or cognitive impairment. The professionals at the ADRC understand that this is a stressful process for all and assure that individuals will be treated with sensitivity and respect. Learn More Dementia with Lewy Bodies ConsortiumDescription: The purpose of this study is to collect clinical information, brain imaging scans, and biological samples from people that have dementia with Lewy bodies. This information will help researchers improve the diagnosis, care, and treatment of patients with this disease.Study Length: 5 yearsStudy Requirements:Age 40-90Diagnosis of Lewy Body Dementia (DLB) or high likelihoodA study partner who will accompany you to all study visitsContact:Donna Simpson at 412-692-2717 or simpsondm@upmc.edu orMaryAnn Oakley at 412-692-2721 or oakleym@upmc.edu Alzheimer s Disease Neuroimaging Initiative 3 (ADNI3)Description: The overall goal is to determine the relationships among the clinical, cognitive, imaging, genetic and biochemical biomarker characteristics of the entire spectrum of Alzheimer s disease (AD) from its earliest stages. Subjects will undergo longitudinal clinical and cognitive assessments, computerized cognitive batteries, biomarker and genetic tests, PET (FDG, amyloid and tau) and MRI scans and cerebral spinal fluid (CSF) collection. For more information about the ADNI3 study visit http://www.adni-info.orgStudy Length: up to 5 yearsStudy Requirements:55-90 years of ageCognitively normal; or have Mild Cognitive Impairment (MCI); or have been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s diseaseA study partner who will accompany you to all study visitsContact:MaryAnn Oakley at 412-692-2721 or oakleym@upmc.edu Escitalopram for Agitation in Alzheimer’s Disease (S-CitAD)Description: The study is designed to examine the efficacy and safety of escitalopram in combination with a psychosocial intervention (PSI) as treatment for agitation in AD patients.Study Length: 6 monthsStudy Requirements:Diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease with significant agitation/aggressionA study partner who will accompany you to all study visitsContact:Patricia Henderson 412-692-2703 or hendersonpl@upmc.edu FORAging – Facilitating Optimal Routines in AgingDescription: This study is looking at ways to minimize problems with everyday tasks by using a new strategy.Study Length: 12 monthsStudy Requirements:60 years of age ANDHaving difficulty managing daily tasksContact:MaryAnn Oakley at 412-692-2721 or oakleym@upmc.edu Follow Doris to see what it is like for those who get involved at the University of Pittsburgh Alzheimer Disease Research Center.Alzheimer’s Disease Research CenterUPMC Montefiore, 4th floor, suite 421200 Lothrop StreetPittsburgh, PA 15213FAX: 412-692-2710 A message from the ADRC Director:The University of Pittsburgh Alzheimer’s Disease Research center will restart with in-person visits on July 21, 2020 for previously scheduled new participants, and we will continue accepting new applications. Virtual follow-up visits will continue for the established participants. The ADRC will follow strict guidelines to protect our participants from COVID-19 exposure. Please continue to visit this webpage for updates and call us at 412-692-2700 for additional questions.

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