If you or a loved one struggle with memory problems turn to Golden Oak Medicine in Asheville, North Carolina. Golnosh Sharafsaleh MD, Kate Blaney-Marshall MD, and their expert team can help you better manage memory issues and reduce the risk of disease progression. Call the office to learn more or book an appointment online today.
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Pioneering Dementia Care in Western North Carolina

Golden Oak Medicine is your trusted partner in comprehensive memory care, including Alzheimer’s disease. As the first medical practice in Asheville to offer cutting-edge amyloid-targeted therapy, we provide precision medicine for memory disorders with a compassionate, family-centered approach.

Our Specialized Dementia Care Expertise

We deliver comprehensive memory care through:

  • Innovative Alzheimer’s interventions
  • Personalized dementia management
  • Advanced cognitive health assessment
  • Holistic memory loss support
  • Specialized neurological primary care

Understanding Dementia: Expert Insights

Recognizing Memory Disorder Symptoms
Our cognitive health experts identify critical signs of dementia, including:

  • Progressive memory loss
  • Challenges in communication
  • Reduced problem-solving capabilities
  • Cognitive disorientation
  • Neurological function changes
  • Emotional and behavioral shifts

Comprehensive Dementia Care Approach
We specialize in:

  • Early-stage dementia diagnostic services
  • Precision treatment protocols
  • Comprehensive neurological evaluations
  • Advanced memory care interventions

Innovative Treatment Strategies

Cutting-Edge Medical Management

  • Amyloid-targeted treatment protocols (Including Kisunla and Leqembi treatment)
  • Pharmaceutical management of dementia
  • Advanced neurological intervention strategies
  • Personalized cognitive health plans

Holistic Support Framework

  • Specialized memory care therapies
  • Cognitive rehabilitation techniques
  • Family-centered treatment approaches
  • Emotional and psychological support

Diagnostic Excellence

Our memory disorder specialists utilize:

  • Advanced neurological screening
  • Comprehensive cognitive assessments
  • Imaging technologies (MRI and PET scans)
  • Precision diagnostic protocols

Why Choose Our Dementia Care?

  • Personalized, compassionate approach
  • Comprehensive cognitive care
  • Innovative treatment strategies
  • Supportive patient and family resources

Take the First Step! Contact our Asheville specialists for a comprehensive dementia evaluation and personalized treatment plan.
Delivering Compassionate, Innovative Memory Health Solutions in Western North Carolina

What are the symptoms of dementia?

Common dementia signs and symptoms include:

  • Memory loss
  • Getting lost while in familiar places
  • Difficulty communicating
  • Forgetting names of friends and family
  • Reduced problem-solving or reasoning skills
  • Problems completing everyday tasks
  • Confusion
  • Disorientation
  • Problems coordinating motor functions
  • Anxiety
  • Depression
  • Personality changes
  • Agitation
  • Inappropriate behaviors

Complications that can occur because of dementia include poor nutrition, difficulty swallowing, choking, poor personal hygiene, safety challenges, and a higher risk of pneumonia.

What causes dementia?

Common causes of dementia include:

  • Nerve damage
  • Alzheimer’s disease
  • Blood vessel damage
  • Huntington’s disease
  • Traumatic brain injuries
  • Parkinson’s disease
  • Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease
  • Infections
  • Immune disorders
  • Metabolic or endocrine disorders
  • Subdural hematomas
  • Nutritional deficiencies
  • Brain tumors
  • Some medications

Some causes of dementia are reversible, while others aren’t. See the team at Golden Oak Medicine at the first sign of memory issues.

What are the risk factors for dementia?

Many factors can increase your risk of developing dementia. Examples include:

  • Being over 65
  • Family history of dementia
  • Down syndrome
  • Poor dietary habits
  • Lack of exercise
  • Excessive alcohol use
  • High blood pressure
  • High cholesterol
  • High body mass index (BMI)
  • Diabetes
  • Depression
  • Air pollution
  • Smoking
  • Head trauma
  • Sleeping problems
  • Some medications

Your risk of developing dementia increases with low levels of vitamin B6, vitamin B12, folate, or vitamin D.

To get evaluated or treated for dementia, call the Golden Oak Medicine office or schedule an appointment online today.