Brent P. Forester, MD, MSc
About Brent
Brent P. Forester, MD, MSc, is the Dr. Frances S. Arkin Professor and Chair of Psychiatry at Tufts University School of Medicine, psychiatrist in chief and chair of the Department of Psychiatry at Tufts Medical Center, and director of Behavioral Health for Tufts Medicine.
He is an expert in geriatric psychiatry, specializing in the treatment of older adults with depression, bipolar disorder, and behavioral complications of Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias.
His research focuses on novel treatment approaches to manage the disabling behavioral complications of dementia, such as agitation and aggression.
Managing Alzheimer’s and Other Dementias
In this engaging session, Dr. Forester talks about what we should know about dementia and other cognitive disorders, shares tips for finding effective treatment, and answers questions about supporting someone living with these conditions.
