# Getting the Most Out of Doctor’s Visits: Four Essential Tips / Alzheimer’s and Other Dementias

An episode of [The Caregiver's Journey](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/podcast/1756730471), 6 Oct 2026, 23 min.

Audio: https://downloads.pod.co/5f57e78c-c2ed-44fc-9d37-4eaff2da5b33/a7a258b7-6049-4040-b1c4-ea99c75f83a5.mp3

Do you leave your loved one’s doctor’s appointments feeling intimidated or confused instead of empowered? Do you wish you had a clearer role in shaping their care? Many caregivers feel this way, and there is a better way to approach these visits. We are Sue Ryan and Nancy Treaster. As caregivers for our loved ones with Alzheimer’s and other types of dementia, we know how much rides on every doctor’s visit and how easy it is to walk out feeling unheard. We’re sharing insights about how to rethink your role at medical appointments from Dr. Paul Nussbaum, a clinical neuropsychologist licensed in Florida and Pennsylvania and founder of the Brain Health Center. Dr. Nussbaum has spent decades caring for people living with dementia and their families. He has also been a family caregiver himself, so he understands both sides of the table. Connect with us and share your tips: • Website: https://thecaregiversjourney.org/ • Donate: https://give.cornerstone.cc/thecaregiversjourney • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecaregiversjourney/ • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thecaregiversjourneys/ • Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/suearmstrongryan/, https://www.linkedin.com/in/nancytreaster/ • Email: sue@thecaregiversjourney.org, nancy@thecaregiversjourney.org Full Show Notes https://thecaregiversjourney.org/72-getting-the-most-out-of-doctors-visits-four-essential-tips-alzheimers-and-other-dementias/ Additional Resources Mentioned • Paul D. Nussbaum, Ph.D, ABPP www.MDRyourbrainhealthmatters.org • Support the nonprofit The Caregiver's Journey: https://give.cornerstone.cc/thecaregiversjourney • The Caregiver’s Journey Navigating Dementia Caregiving Roadmap: https://roadmap.thecaregiversjourney.org/ Available as an interactive page on our website that walks you through the three stages of your dementia family caregiver journey. Includes the option to download the guide for free. Takeaways Tip 1: Check your state of mind Tip 2: Get prepared Tip 3: Communicate at the appointment Tip 4: Follow-up Read More in This Blog https://thecaregiversjourney.org/72-getting-the-most-out-of-doctors-visits-four-essential-tips-alzheimers-and-other-dementias-2/

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