The Alzheimer's Encyclopedia

The Alzheimer's Encyclopedia presents the extraordinary opportunity to observe the progression of Alzheimer's disease and the associated cognitive and behavioral symptoms through clinical footage of twenty-two patients.

Combined with assessment and quality of life treatment commentary by Peter V. Rabins, MD, MPH, this new series provides the foundation for understanding Alzheimer's disease and is essential viewing for all students and health care providers working with dementia patients.

4 DVD series
series price $500

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Stage 1: Patient Assessment and Quality of Life Treatment Planning

Order# AD225
Presented by Peter V. Rabins, MD, MPH

15 minutes
vignettes and commentary
title price: $150; $75 rental

The seven patients documented in Stage 1 of Alzheimer's disease exhibit increasing memory and orientation impairment. Commentary by Dr. Rabins addresses both assessment and treatment planning.

Stage 2: Patient Assessment and Quality of Life Treatment Planning

Order# AD226
Presented by Peter V. Rabins, MD, MPH

24 minutes
vignettes and commentary
title price: $150; $75 rental

Eight patients present a progression in memory and communication impairment, comprehension deficits, perception problems and functional decline. Commentary by Dr. Rabins addresses both assessment and treatment planning.

Stage 3: Patient Assessment and Quality of Life Treatment Planning

Order# AD227
Presented by Peter V. Rabins, MD, MPH

23 minutes
vignettes and commentary
title price: $150; $75 rental

Seven patients in the final stage of Alzheimer's disease illustrate increased physical impairment and functional decline, severe speech problems and loss of speech. Commentary by Dr. Rabins addresses both assessment and treatment planning.

Stages 1-3: Patient Overview

Order# AD228

30 minutes
patient vignettes
title price: $150; $75 rental

This program presents a composite of all patient footage from stage one through stage three. There is no commentary in this program.