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David Roeltgen, MD
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Neurologist, Professor

A neurologist for over 20 years, Dr. Roeltgen's passions include...

David Roeltgen, MD

Thursday, July 24, 2008
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Since the first CT scanner was first used in the United States in 1976, there have been huge increases in our ability to asses normal and abnormal brain structure and function.   

However, although these tests have improved our insights into Alzheimer’s and associated diseases, they do not substitute for the evaluation and insight of a good clinician.  It is the clinician who will ultimately make the diagnosis of whether or not someone has Alzheimer’s disease.

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