Join us for an enlightening discussion on the realities of normal aging and brain health. You will hear insights from Dr. Roy Hamilton, from the McKnight Brain Research Foundation. Dr. Casciani and our guest explore what it truly means to age normally. How do we differentiate typical aging processes from early signs of non-normal conditions like dementia and Alzheimer’s. What is the role of lifestyle in maintaining optimal brain health. Our guest, a distinguished neurologist from the McKnight Brain Research Foundation, shares the latest findings on how factors like diabetes, depression, obesity, and hearing loss impact cognitive health. Tune in to discover actionable tips and lifestyle changes that can support a healthier brain as we age. Learn how to recognize the signs that might indicate a shift from normal aging. Perfect for seniors, caregivers, and anyone invested in aging well and preserving mental clarity.
Mini Bio
Roy Hamilton is professor in the departments of Neurology, Psychiatry, and Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at University of Pennsylvania. He is the Director of Penn’s Laboratory for Cognition and Neural Stimulation. Our guest launched the Brain Stimulation, Translation, Innovation, and Modulation Center (brainSTIM) at the University of Pennsylvania in 2020.
Hamilton obtained his bachelor’s degree in psychology from Harvard University in 1995, and obtained his MD and a master’s degree in Health Sciences Technology from Harvard Medical School and Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) in 2001. He completed residency training in Neurology at the University of Pennsylvania in 2005. Dr. Hamilton then pursued a fellowship in Cognitive and Behavioral Neurology at the same institution. He was appointed to the faculty of Penn’s Department of Neurology in 2009.
Hamilton is a board-certified neurologist and practicing clinician at the Penn Memory Center.
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