Our Institute in the Community
Community Presentation with Arlington County
The Institute was invited to deliver a community presentation on brain health as part of Arlington County's programming for older adults. On February 2, 2022, Institute member Antonio Puente, PhD, gave a presentation titled, "Brain Aging: What is Normal Aging & Healthy Brain Behaviors?". He explained the difference between normal memory loss, such as occasionally misplacing things, and memory loss that is cause for concern, like getting lost in familiar places. Dr. Puente also went over what happens during a memory loss exam, as well as the difference between the various types of dementia. The presentation concluded with actions that we can take to promote brain health, like getting enough physical activity, eating the right foods, and volunteering or learning new hobbies to stay socially and cognitively engaged.
Male Caregiver Webinar in Partnership with the Alzheimer’s Association and NFL Alumni Association
The Institute hosted a webinar titled "The Heart of His Story: Male Caregiver Perspective in the Dementia Journey" in collaboration with the Alzheimer's Association and the NFL Alumni Association on November 19, 2021. Institute members Robert Turner, PhD, Christina Prather, MD, and Tania Alchalabi, MD, participated in this webinar alongside male caregivers sharing their experiences caring for loved ones living with dementia.
A recording can be viewed here (password: mB0xVe!E).
Alzheimer's Association Disparities Series
The Institute hosted the series entitled "Cultural Competence in Dementia Care: Discussing Diversity, Inequity, and Compassionate Care" in collaboration with the Alzheimer’s Association National Capital Area Chapter. The series focused on cultural competence and education for clinicians and community members about racial, ethnic, and other disparities that contribute to disparities in health outcomes for individuals with dementia.
Leadership Team: Featuring Christina Prather, MD, Clinician at GW Geriatrics and Palliative Medicine; Tania Alchalabi, MD, Clinician at GW Geriatrics and Palliative Medicine; Emeobong Martin, MPH, Regional Health Systems Director, Alzheimer’s Association; and Carl Hill, PhD, MPH, Chief Diversity & Inclusion Officer, Alzheimer's Association.
Webinar 1: "Disparities in Dementia Care for African Americans", October 28, 2020.
Featuring Speakers: Karyne Joes, President and CEO, National Caucus and Center on Black Aging; Arthena Caton, Patient Advocate; Carl Hill, PhD, MPH, Chief Diversity & Inclusion Officer, Alzheimer's Association; and Clinicians Christina Prather, MD and Tania Alchalabi, MD.
A recording can be viewed here.
Webinar 2: "Disparities in Dementia Care for the LGBTQ+ Community," March 10, 2021.
Featuring Speakers: Imani Woody, President and CEO, Mary’s House; Tim Johnston, PhD; Phil Gutis, Patient Advocate; Carl Hill, PhD, MPH, Chief Diversity & Inclusion Officer, Alzheimer's Association; Emeobong Martin, MPH, Regional Health Systems Director, Alzheimer’s Association; and Clinicians Christina Prather, MD and Tania Alchalabi, MD.
A recording can be viewed here (password: PcE?z8D?).
Webinar 3: "Disparities in Dementia Care for the Latino Community," June 11, 2021.
Featuring Speakers: Elena Rios, President and CEO, National Hispanic Medical Association; Yanira Cruz, President and CEO, National Hispanic Council on Aging; Lupita Gutierrez-Parker, Patient Advocate; Carl Hill, PhD, MPH, Chief Diversity & Inclusion Officer, Alzheimer's Association; Emeobong Martin, MPH, Regional Health Systems Director, Alzheimer’s Association; and Clinicians Christina Prather, MD and Tania Alchalabi, MD.
Presentation at the Alzheimer's Association Southeastern Region Virtual Brain Summit
The webinar entitled "Demystifying the Diagnosis: A Discussion on the Challenges of Diagnosing Alzheimer's and Dementia with Health Care Professionals" was held on February 19, 2021.
Presenters: Dr. Linnea Pepper, Medstar Washington Hospital Center House Calls Program; Dr. Christina Prather, Clinical Director GW Institute for Brain Health and Dementia; and Ishan Williams, PhD, FGSA, Associate Professor of Nursing and Assistant Dean for Diversity and Inclusion, University of Virginia School of Nursing
Participation in the Rodham Impact Speaker Series
Dr. Christina Prather, MD presented on "Changes of the Aging Brain" in the GW Rodham Institute's Rodham Impact Speaker Series on December 8, 2020.
COVID-19 Webinar in Partnership with the Alzheimer’s Association National Capital Area Chapter
The webinar entitled "Discussion of Clinical Experiences Caring for Persons with ADRD during the COVID-19 Pandemic: A Health Equity Imperative" was held on June 24, 2020. A recording can be viewed here.
Leadership Team: Featuring Christina Prather, MD, Clinician at GW Geriatrics and Palliative Medicine; Tania Alchalabi, MD, Clinician at GW Geriatrics and Palliative Medicine; Emeobong Martin, MPH, Regional Health Systems Director, Alzheimer’s Association; Carl Hill, PhD, MPH Interim Chief Diversity & Inclusion Officer, Alzheimer's Association and Douglas Pace, NHA, Director, Mission Partnerships, Alzheimer's Association.
Featuring Speakers: Clinicians Christina Prather, MD and Tania Alchalabi, MD and Douglas Pace, NHA, Director, Mission Partnerships, Alzheimer's Association.