Proactive Neurology for Cognitive Vitality and Dementia Prevention
Dementia Prevention
Why Prevention Matters
Dementia Risk Begins Decades Before Symptoms
The projected lifetime risk of developing dementia after age 55 is 42%—yet research shows that up to half of cases may be preventable.* Even more compelling, the biological changes that lead to Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias begin 20–30 years before symptoms appear.
Because dementia develops decades before symptoms, early and midlife prevention offers the greatest opportunity to reduce risk. This is the time to act.
Why General Lifestyle Advice Isn’t Enough
Despite this, our healthcare system remains largely reactive—diagnosing dementia only after cognitive changes are often irreversible. In the meantime, people are often given vague advice to eat better, sleep more, and exercise, leaving even highly motivated individuals uncertain whether their efforts are truly making a meaningful difference in reducing dementia risk.
Healthspan Neurology was created to change that.
The Dementia Preventive Program at Healthspan Neurology
The Dementia Preventive Program is a precision-guided, personalized brain health program designed for adults who want to reduce dementia risk and protect cognitive function before problems arise. While it is never too late to support brain resilience, the greatest impact occurs when prevention begins in the 40s, 50s, and 60s—or earlier for those with genetic or family risk factors.
This program replaces uncertainty with clarity by combining advanced diagnostics, individualized risk stratification, and evidence-informed interventions—so you can take a proactive, data-driven approach to lifelong brain health.
Who the Dementia Preventive Program Is For
This program is ideal for individuals who:
Have a family history of dementia or Alzheimer’s
Are experiencing midlife or menopausal brain fog
Have risk factors such as head injury, sleep apnea, obesity, heavy alcohol or tobacco use
Have a personal or family history of high blood pressure, stroke, diabetes, or heart/vascular disease
Simply want to understand and optimize their brain health before problems arise
How the Dementia Preventive Program Works
The Dementia Preventive Program at Healthspan Neurology is a structured, personalized approach to dementia and Alzheimer’s prevention, designed to replace generic advice with clarity, data, and a measurable plan.
Rather than waiting for symptoms, this program focuses on early identification of risk factors and targeted strategies to reduce dementia risk over time.
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We begin with a comprehensive evaluation designed to understand your unique neurologic profile, risk factors, and goals for aging well.
This visit includes:
Neurologic exam and detailed medical, family, and lifestyle history
Cognitive assessment
Review of medications, supplement
Personalized recommendations for advanced testing, which may include
Genetic testing
Brain and vascular imaging
Cardiometabolic, inflammatory, and hormonal laboratory testing
Amyloid and tau biomarkers
Body composition analysis
Cardiac or vascular testing
Continuous glucose monitoring
Cardiopulmonary fitness testing
Purpose:
To identify both visible and hidden contributors to dementia risk—often decades before symptoms develop.
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Identify which risk factors matter most for your brain
Distinguish modifiable vs non-modifiable Alzheimer’s and dementia risks
Prioritize interventions that offer the greatest impact for the least burden
The ABCDE framework I use brings structure and clarity to what can otherwise feel overwhelming.
Ancestry & genetics
Biology (imaging, labwork, body composition, genetic testing)
Cognition and mental health
Daily habits (sleep, exercise, nutrition, medications, supplements, mind-body practices)
Environment (hearing, vaccines, microbiome, toxins)
Purpose:
To replace confusion with a clear, evidence-informed understanding of your dementia risk.
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Based on your stratified risk profile, we develop a personalized plan focused on Alzheimer’s and dementia prevention, cognitive resilience, and long-term brain health.
Your plan may include strategies to optimize:
Physical fitness, strength, and balance
Sleep quality and circadian rhythm
Cardiometabolic and vascular health
Stress resilience and mental well-being
Nutrition and inflammation
Hormonal health, including menopause-related brain changes
Safe, effective use of medications and supplements
Purpose:
To help you work smarter, not harder, by tracking progress over time and making adjustments based on objective data—so improvements in brain health are measurable, not guesswork.
How The Dementia Preventive Program Is Different
The Dementia Preventive Program goes far beyond routine neurology visits or one-time “memory screening.” It is a neurologist-led, data-driven, and deeply personalized approach that integrates precision diagnostics with whole-person, evidence-informed, lifestyle-based care.
Don’t just fear dementia. Take action early—and gain clarity and agency over your brain health.
Getting Started
Your first step in preventive neurology care in Rochester, New York is a complimentary introductory call—an opportunity to discuss your goals, review your concerns, and explore whether the Dementia Preventive Program, a Neurologic Consultation, or Mind Over Menopause™ is the right fit for you.