Vascular Dementia
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Vascular dementia is a decline in mental abilities —such as memory, reasoning, and attention— caused by reduced blood flow to the brain, often after strokes or from damage to the small vessels.
Common symptoms: difficulty planning or concentrating, slowed thinking, mood changes and, at times, gait disturbances.
Associated factors: it is linked to high blood pressure, diabetes, and other conditions that affect circulation.
Which specialist treats it? the neurologist and the geriatrician assess cognitive function and overall condition, with support from the internist or general practitioner. If a family member shows persistent changes in memory or behavior, it is advisable to raise it during a professional evaluation.
Data on 944 doctors who treat vascular dementia
Which specialist treats vascular dementia?
Vascular dementia should be evaluated by a geriatrician or a neurologist, and an internal medicine physician can help manage the underlying cardiovascular causes. You can book with the right specialist if you notice cognitive decline after a vascular event such as a stroke. Managing risk factors is part of the follow-up.
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Doctors specialized in vascular dementia
Dr. Rodrigo Armando Vigueras Santiago
Dr. Talina Mendivil Sánchez
Dr. Vicente de Jesus Flores Lopez
Dr. Jacqueline Montero Schwarz
Dr. Mayra Yadira Briseño Quintanares
Dr. Aldo Mauricio Cruz Hernández
Dr. Cristian Eduardo Flores Aceves
Dr. Silvia Caballero Delgado
Dr. Alan Osmar Alanís Cruz
Dr. Maria Fernanda Frausto Mendoza
Dr. Rubén López Muñoz
Dr. Karla Escobedo Vázquez
Dr. Nitza Pérez Martínez
Dr. Jazmin Rojas Romero
Dr. Norma Ilse Garcia González
Dr. Alma Delia Mejía Rendón
Dr. Karen Arlette Rivera Méndez
Dr. Alejandra Elizabeth Villagrán Guerrero
Dr. Héctor Garza Blizzard
Dr. Matilde Ruiz Rodríguez
Frequently asked questions
What is vascular dementia?
Vascular dementia is a decline in mental abilities —such as memory, reasoning, and attention— caused by reduced blood flow to the brain, often after strokes or from damage to the small vessels.
Which doctor treats vascular dementia?
Vascular dementia should be evaluated by a geriatrician or a neurologist, and an internal medicine physician can help manage the underlying cardiovascular causes. You can book with the right specialist if you notice cognitive decline after a vascular event such as a stroke. Managing risk factors is part of the follow-up.