In this primary care summary snapshot episode, moderators, Dr. Eukesh Ranjit and Dr. Raj Shah, talk about what they learned through the conduct of the Brain Trust podcasts to date and share some potential avenues that diagnosis may take in the near future.

In today’s episode host Raj Shah, MD is joined by Susan Frick, MSW, LSW, Social Worker, Rush Alzheimer’s Disease Center, to talk with caregiver Jeanne as she shares her heartrending experience recognizing her husband John's early signs of Alzheimer's. Jeanne talks about profound changes to simple tasks, like dressing and driving, when faced with this disease. We walk through the emotions of detection and diagnosis, highlighting the indispensable role of primary care doctors and the essential support needed for care partners like Jeanne. This is the fifth episode in The Brain Trust Caregiver Miniseries which addresses issues faced by caregivers dealing with the cognitive decline of their loved ones.

In our heartfelt discussion with Leslie, Dr. Raj Shah and social worker Susan Frick, traverse the intricate realities of early signs of Alzheimer's. Leslie discusses the day-to-day changes and the uphill battle in convincing even those closest to her of the gravity of Phil's condition. This episode not only resonates with the experiences of countless families worldwide, but it also emphasizes the importance of support systems for caregivers and the urgent need for more empathetic healthcare support. This is the fourth episode in The Brain Trust Caregiver Perspective Mini-Series.