The need for early detection of cognitive impairment
Psychiatry
About The Speaker
Dr. Srivatsa
Dr Srivatsa V G is a leading Psychiatrist with 15+ years of experience. He
Dr Srivatsa V G is a leading Psychiatrist with 15+ years of experience. He has a special interest in Psychiatry, Geriatric Psychiatry, and Neuropsychiatry. He is professionally affiliated with the Indian Psychiatric Society, Indian Psychiatric Society–Karnataka Branch, Indian Psychiatric Society–South Zone, Indian Medical Association, Tambaram Branch, Chennai, Alzheimer’s And Related Diseases Society of India (ARDSI–Bangalore Chapter), Indian Academy of Geriatric Mental Health (IAGMH), and Indian Academy of Medical Specialties(Psychiatry). He has been honored with various awards and achievements and has several papers published in various journals.
The demographic transition seen in India has been linked with an increase in the prevalence of various non-communicable diseases. Mental disorders, particularly in the elderly, are often poorly understood by the general public and at times undiagnosed or midiagnosed by healthcare professionals. This talk focuses on cognitive impairment – manifestations, risk factors, management.