Source: American Academy of Family Physicians
You play a critical role in effectively assessing cognitive concerns, creating care plans for newly diagnosed patients, and supporting families navigating Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias (ADRD).
The American Academy of Family Medicine (AAFP) has created a learning solution to help you confidently apply the latest research in ADRD diagnosis, treatment, and management. The course includes evidence-based practice recommendations and video demonstrations of best practices for ADRD care strategies.
- Identify contributing and reversible causes of cognitive impairment and know how to address them
- Recognize the causes of dementia and determine when further evaluation is necessary
- Advise families on advance care planning for dementia
- List medications to treat mild cognitive impairment and dementia
- Enhance your practice with the latest clinical resources and support patients in preserving brain health.
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CME Accreditation
The AAFP has reviewed Cognitive Care in Family Medicine Settings and deemed it acceptable for up to 1.25 Enduring Materials, Self-Study AAFP Prescribed credits. Term of Approval is from January 31, 2025 to January 31, 2028. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
AAFP Prescribed credit is accepted by the American Medical Association (AMA) as equivalent to AMA Physician’s Recognition Award (PRA) Category 1 Credits™ toward the AMA PRA. When applying for the AMA PRA, Prescribed credit earned must be reported as Prescribed credit, not as Category 1.
CME activities approved for AAFP credit are recognized by the American Osteopathic Association (AOA) as equivalent to AOA Category 2 credit.