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1716 S. Marion Rd. Suite 1 Sioux Falls, SD 57106
(605) 636-8288
Emily Blegen, PsyD, ABN
Alzheimer's & Related Dementia Services
Whether you’re thinking ahead or have started to notice changes, early evaluation can provide clarity and direction. Our approach focuses on identifying risk, establishing a baseline, and intervening early when it matters most.
There are two pathways to evaluation:
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Proactive Brain Health & Alzheimer's Risk Assessment
If you’re not experiencing cognitive changes but want to be proactive, this pathway focuses on understanding your individual risk profile and establishing a baseline for future comparison. This evaluation typically includes:
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A comprehensive clinical interview (medical history, lifestyle, family history, risk factors, and more)
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Targeted cognitive testing to establish baseline functioning and measure risks
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Review of modifiable risk factors
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Personalized recommendations to reduce risk and support long-term brain health
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We can review your results together and work on them over one or a few sessions
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Cognitive Concerns & Early Detection
If you’ve begun to notice changes—such as memory lapses or word-finding difficulty—this pathway is designed to help identify what’s happening. This evaluation typically includes:
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A detailed clinical interview to understand symptom onset and progression
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Comprehensive neuropsychological testing to assess memory, attention, language, and other cognitive functions
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Differential diagnosis to distinguish between normal aging, early neurocognitive conditions, medical issues, and other causes
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Clear, actionable recommendations for treatment, risk reduction, and next steps
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We can review your results together over one or a few sessions