Education and Research Conference

The 2010 Education and Research Conference: New Directions in Research and Care, one of the largest professional conferences in the tri-state area with a dedicated focus on the care and treatment of Alzheimer’s disease and related disorders, was hosted on Friday, April 16, at The Palace at Somerset Park, Somerset.

The conference was designed to provide healthcare professionals with the latest information on dementia research and care, the opportunity to earn continuing education credits and network with over 600 professionals who regularly attend this full-day of specialized presentations and workshops. The workshops were focused on dementia care practices that build capacity and enhance the care that healthcare professionals provide.

On Thursday evening, April 15, we once again offered our popular Physician Education Dinner Series to physicians from the fields of Neurology, Family Practice, Geriatrics, Geriatric Psychiatry, Internal Medicine, and Neuropsychology. This intensive program, planned especially for physicians, focused on the emerging trends in research and dementia care and the complex needs of the geriatric client. It also gave local physicians an opportunity to discuss the future of dementia research and care and receive CMEs.

Over 600 healthcare professionals attended the Education and Research Conference:
New Directions in Research and Care

Keynote speaker, Dr. Steven DeKosky, provides a scientific update on the research underway that has the potential to significantly impact and transform Alzheimer’s disease care and treatment.

Plenary speaker, Dr. Paul R. Katz delivers a presentation addressing the unique challenges in treating the individual with Alzheimer’s disease
and other co-morbidities.

Plenary speaker, Lisa P. Gwyther, MSW, signs copies of her book, The Alzheimer's Action Plan, for conference attendees.

Pictured (left to right): Philip Hunrath, Treasurer, Board of Directors ; William E. Reichman, MD, Chair, Medical and Scientific Committee; Gloria Zayanskosky, Vice Chair, Board of Directors; Laura Holly-Dierbach, Vice President, Programs and Services; Paul R. Katz, MD, Speaker, Professor of Medicine, Chief, Division of Geriatrics and Aging, University of Rochester; Patricia Lombreglia, President and CEO; and Steven T. DeKosky, MD, Speaker, Vice President, Dean, University of Virginia School of Medicine.

For more information about the conference, call 973.586.4300.